“Philadelphia wanted him, they had Embiid, other better rosters wanted him” - Colin Cowherd believes LeBron James is exactly where he should be, claims he joined the Lakers for business reasons

LeBron James joined the LA Lakers in 2018, after four consecutive NBA Finals appearances with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Colin Cowherd believes the four-time champion joined the Lakers so he could stay in LA and promote his businesses.

Players rarely pass up an opportunity to play for one of the most storied franchises in league history. While getting closer to the heart of show business might have played a role in his move, the Lakers captain did live up to his end of the bargain and delivered a championship.

In 2020, James helped the Lakers end a six-season playoff drought and guided them to their first title in a decade. Before that, the Lakers had missed the playoffs for six consecutive seasons.

On The Herd with Colin Cowherd, Cowherd said:

"LeBron James decided, 'I'm gonna move to Los Angeles,' not for quality of basketball. We gotta rebuild the roster, for business. So, shocking. LeBron's business is crushing and the basketball part is less than perfect.

"There were other better rosters. Philadelphia wanted him. They had Embiid. Other better rosters wanted him. So, LeBron is exactly, based on his choices, where he should be now. Still really talented, but a bit of a mess upstairs, a log jam, not a lot of cap space, crossing your fingers with Anthony Davis' health, and not really a realistic viable championship contender. His choices have led him here."

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LeBron James is hoping to lead the LA Lakers to another championship in what could be his last year with the team

LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates with teammates

James is heading into the final year of his contract with the Lakers. It's uncertain whether James will remain with the franchise beyond the 2022-23 season.

The 18-time All-Star has expressed a desire to play with his son Bronny, who will be eligible to enter the draft in 2023. James has said that he will join any team that signs his son.

For now, James is plotting and trying to figure out how to lead the squad he has to a title next year. The team has been heavily linked to Kyrie Irving but has failed to reach an agreement with the Brooklyn Nets.

The Lakers have a new coach and have maintained their core of James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook. However, the key to a successful campaign lies with Davis.

If the big man stays healthy, the Lakers will be legitimate contenders.