The LeBron James trade rumors have officially begun. The Los Angeles Lakers don't seem committed to him, nor he to them. That being said would they really trade him to one of their biggest rivals?

As detailed in a recent feature story by ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst, the news sent the Association into a "tizzy," with executives around the league doing their best to "decode" the message released by James's agent, Rich Paul.

LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers appears increasingly uncertain. The Cleveland Cavaliers have emerged as a team that is monitoring the situation closely.

The Mavericks have been thrown out as a destination because of James’ extensive relationships with several key figures, including Kyrie Irving, Anthony