LeBron James chose to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers before the free agency frenzy began. That decision was calculated. For all the points throughout the summer when the conversations about his desire to still be wearing purple and gold have been loud, it is important to remember that.
Jared Greenberg made this point clear on an appearance with Yahoo! Sports. When speaking on the Good Word with Goodwill podcast, the show's guest wanted everyone to truly soak up what James returning to the Lakers meant.
Greenberg said, "LeBron had the opportunity this summer to be a free agent and sign wherever he wanted.