Ball Around Notes: LeBron Trade Chances, Magic Johnson WNBA Take, Barkley Bold Claim

Matt Levine | Dec 21, 2024

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The basketball world is full of surprises on a daily basis. Just when it all seems calm, something else happens to drive the news.

Recently, Carmelo Anthony weighed in on whether a trade of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was possible. Magic Johnson compared two WNBA stars to himself and Larry Bird.

Blake Griffin spoke about his iconic dunk and Anthony could end up becoming an analyst at some point.

Here are some stories around the basketball world that you may have missed:

Carmelo Anthony Weighs In on Whether a LeBron James Trade Is Possible

Magic Johnson Compares Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese to Himself and Larry Bird

Charles Barkley Makes Bold Statement on Who Best Team in Western Conference Is

Blake Griffin Has Hilarious Response When Asked If He Could Recreate Iconic Dunk

Future Hall of Famer Could Join NBC, Amazon as NBA Analyst

Former NBA Lottery Pick Lands in G League Ahead of Winter Showcase

Bronny James Shines Again in G League Showcase Despite Loss

Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard Headline Nominees For 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame