As an analyst, Charles Barkley has always been the one to speak the truth without hesitation, never worrying about the backlash or whose feelings might get hurt. He showed that same unapologetic style while talking about the Los Angeles Lakers, pointing out how the team hasn't been successful in the past few years.

A fresh round of speculation linking LeBron James to the Golden State Warriors was quickly tempered by another league insider, underscoring the uncertainty surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers star’s future.

The Golden State Warriors have been linked to LeBron James on occasion over the last 18 months, but their interest in trying to trade for the Los Angeles