Lakers’ LeBron James Ordeal Similar to Pacers’ Saga in 2024

The Indiana Pacers don't have the best LeBron James-related memories, as he has sent them packing from the playoffs in five different postseasons. The Pacers ended that saga with Siakam on their roster, and his behaviors before he was traded are similar to the way LeBron has been carrying himself ever since the Lakers refused to offer him a new contract. "Raptors fans will probably remember the fact that [Siakam] was absent from veteran practices and other team activities while his name was kind of bandied about in trade conversation all offseason," remembered NBA insider Jake Fisher.