LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers, 122-97, on Tuesday night. Luka Doncic was on the bench to watch as LeBron James scored 26 points and had nine assists and eight rebounds.

Those rumors have been put to bed following the blockbuster trade to welcome Luka Doncic to the city of angels. A new rumor has taken its place, which is that James may demand a trade as the Lakers are seemingly gearing up to make Doncic the next face of the franchise.

James says he spent two days in disbelief after his close friend was dealt to Dallas, but he is coming to grips with the idea of forming a new partnership with Doncic, who he calls “my favorite