After a weird statement released by Rich Paul, several teams have reached out to the Lakers regarding LeBron James.

LeBron James reacted on social media to gossip concerning potential trade rumors that appeared after Rich Paul's statement on June 30.

Like sharks sensing a presence in the water, Rich Paul's cryptic statement that accompanied LeBron James' decision to opt in to his $52.6 million salary for next season led some teams to call the Los Angeles Lakers about the four-time NBA MVP's availability.