As an analyst, Charles Barkley has always been the one to speak the truth without hesitation, never worrying about the backlash or whose feelings might get hurt. He showed that same unapologetic style while talking about the Los Angeles Lakers, pointing out how the team hasn't been successful in the past few years.

Charles Barkley has never been one to mince words, and he didn’t hold back when asked about the Los Angeles Lakers’ current state. Speaking on the BetMGM Network with Kate Constable and Cam Smith, the Hall of Famer said what many have been whispering: the Lakers are no longer LeBron James’ team,

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Warriors have made multiple attempts to land the league's all-time leading career scorer over the last 18 months. "As long as LeBron James’ future in Los Angeles remains uncertain, Golden State will undoubtedly be mentioned as a potential James suitor," Fischer wrote.