LeBron’s decision to exercise his player option is a strategic move. It will give him control over his future while keeping his options open.

LeBron James has accepted his player option. This ensures his presence next season. Trade speculations link him to Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. He has control over any move. Lakers may focus on younger players.

As Mavericks insider Tim MacMahon has pointed out, it's mostly a "trade machine'' idea. And he's added, it "doesn't make sense" for the Lakers star to roll with it. An essence of the problem is about how Dallas would have to strip down its roster to make a match.