This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/knicks as Stars Aligning For LeBron James to Knicks. The New York Knicks have long been linked to LeBron James ever since he was a free agent 15 years ago.

ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst said there is meaning behind James’ recent actions, including a trip home to Ohio, while trade rumors swirl during a passive-aggressive spat with the Lakers despite exercising the $53 million option on his contract with the team for next season.

Stephen Curry pokes fun at LeBron James by mimicking his golf swing at Lake Tahoe during the 36th Annual American Century Championship; he also has a personal message for the Lakers superstar.

Cedric Ceballos thinks LeBron's lack of creativity while dunking would prevent him from winning the dunk contest.

The decision from LeBron James earlier this summer to pick up his player option for next season from the Los Angeles Lakers came with an important caveat from agent Rich Paul — the four-time NBA MVP wants the chance to win another championship before his career comes to an end.

Kevin Durant recently joined LeBron James on his Mind The Game podcast. KD managed to bring up Michael Jordan in a subtle but effective way. Durant, James and Steve Nash were discussing how different players handle the pressure of the NBA. "Some say, 'I want to go play baseball,'" Durant threw out.

NBA analyst Skip Bayless unleashes a fury of criticism toward LeBron James after viral picture shows him at the Cavaliers facility.