NBA news: Surprise LeBron James and Lakers claim, Kawhi Leonard revelation, Kevin Durant
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LeBron James trains with Los Angeles Lakers for first time
DeMarcus Cousins makes LeBron James claim
DeMarcus Cousins says the Golden State Warriors could lose against the Los Angeles Lakers later this year - because they have LeBron James.
“They got the best player in the world,” Cousins said.
“They’ve got a chance [of beating the Warriors].
“We’ll see what happens when the ball goes up.”
Kawhi Leonard warning
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors have been put on red alert due to Jimmy Butler’s trade to the Philadelphia 76ers, Stephen A. Smith claims.
“This is why I love the NBA so much,” Smith said. “This is what it’s all about ladies and gentlemen.
“We’ve been talking about Toronto, we’ve been talking about Boston [Celtics], we’ve been talking about Milwaukee but now it’s about the 76ers, they’ve got a dog in the city of brotherly love.
“I love what I’m seeing, I love what’s going on right now.”
Kevin Durant revelation
Kevin Durant has hinted he sees his long-term future with the Golden State Warriors.
When doing a guided tour of the Chase Center, which will be their new home stadium from next season, Durant said: "My imagination is going wild right now with possibilities.”
Durant, who can become a free agent next summer, added: ”I’m thinking about a lot of points being scored.
"The fans are going to love it."
NBA schedule:
Detroit Pistons vs Charlotte Hornets
Houston Rockets vs Indiana Pacers
New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic
Denver Nuggets vs Milwaukee Bucks
Portland Trail Blazers vs Boston Celtics
LA Lakers vs Atlanta Hawks