Watching the last 2 games, it is clear that Lebron wants to hand the reigns over the AD. He is almost 39 and is still very much the engine that runs the team. He has been waiting years for AD to start demanding the ball, hold teammates accountable, and become a vocal leader. It hasnt happened yet.
Lebron is a smart guy. He must realize by now that it isnt going to happen. He has looked more passive over the last 2 games, which I assume is because he is old and wants someone else to do the heavy lifting. AD just hasnt been that guy. AD should be considered up there with guys like Embiid and Jokic as far as talented bigs go, but he isnt. He has the skills, but he doesnt know how to use them unless if shot is falling.
So here is what I suggest.
The Lakers should trader AD to the Hawks for a Jaylen Johnson. JJ has proven to be an up-and-coming star. He will probably end the season with the MIP award and be an All Star next season. He is the future. The Hawks can send him and picks to the Lakers for AD. The Lakers get a talented player who got that dawg in him, while the Hawks get the size that they desperately need, while also not having to worry about paying their young players as the emerge in to stars.
Win win right? Who says no?
Goddamn, the season just started! You're basing some crazy ass narrative off no data.