Lakers Proposed to Trade Bronny James in 4-Team Deal for $95 Million Star Wing - heavy.com

What the report says

Heavy.com reported that a proposed four-team NBA trade would move Bronny James from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers while sending Denver Nuggets wing Cameron Johnson to Los Angeles. The article, updated July 25, 2026, frames the idea as a proposal rather than a completed or formally reported transaction.

Under the scenario described by Heavy, the Milwaukee Bucks would receive Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht from the Lakers, the 76ers would acquire Bronny James, the Nuggets would get Kevin Porter Jr. from Philadelphia, and the Lakers would add Johnson. Heavy noted that such a structure could give Los Angeles a more meaningful return than a direct Bronny trade might provide.

The context, according to Heavy, is LeBron James’ reported move to Philadelphia for the 2026-27 season, which has increased speculation about Bronny’s future in Los Angeles. The article said there is no current plan or request for Bronny to join his father with the 76ers, while adding that circumstances could change. It also noted Bronny remains under contract with the Lakers on a guaranteed deal for next season.

For Los Angeles, the proposed basketball logic centers on Johnson, described as a floor-spacing wing who could fit alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Heavy reported Johnson is owed about $23 million next season and can become an unrestricted free agent afterward. The piece also pointed to his career 39.6% three-point shooting and injury history, including that he has not played more than 60 games in a season since 2021-22.