Since LeBron James made the move to pick up his $52.6 million player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, rumors have been swirling around about his future. Following his decision to pick up the option,

News broke on Sunday that LeBron James is opting into the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers (H/T Shams Charania of ESPN) at $52.6 million. While that was the expected outcome, several NBA executives and agents found it odd that he didn't appear to have his usual negotiating leverage.