Every time LeBron James so much as looks at a moving van, a second chart starts moving with him.
The 41-year-old will play his 24th NBA season with the 76ers, so Kalshi traders are now focused on another important question: his son’s immediate future. Bronny James' next team is a popular market, so let's look at the latest Kalshi predictions.
Where Will Bronny James Play Next?
In the last week, the Los Angeles Lakers have experienced a massive surge in the market. Traders now believe that a high-profile transfer is unlikely, as the L.A. team sets a high bar for a potential trade.
While there are still several rumors going around, the Lakers haven't let go. Bronny's salary for next season is fully guaranteed, and the roster moves L.A. has made this offseason, around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, suggest a team building for the long term, not clearing space for an exit.
The LeBron Catalyst
His father’s transfer to 76ers had a massive impact on this contract. There was a belief by some that LeBron would want to continue playing with his son wherever he ultimately landed, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. It in fact seems to be the opposite in that there are no current plans for Bronny to be dealt to the 76ers.
According to three-time NBA champion Devean George, following LeBron would be an unwise move for Bronny, insisting instead that staying in L.A. would be highly beneficial. "I think it's a good situation for him," George remarked, adding, "I think he needs to space away from his dad, in my opinion".
The current market trends appear to align closely with this perspective from the former player.
The Case for Philadelphia
While LeBron and Bronny became the NBA's first active father-son duo while with the Los Angeles Lakers, their long-term NBA destinations do not necessarily have to remain linked.
According to Rich Paul, the representative for both players, LeBron and Bronny "are not a package deal". He emphasized that LeBron made an independent choice to sign with Philadelphia, and there has been no immediate push or official request to have Bronny traded to the 76ers to join him.
Acquiring Bronny would be relatively simple for Philadelphia if both franchises chose to pursue a deal.
Bronny is set to earn ~$2.3 million for the 2026–27 season on a guaranteed contract. Philadelphia holds trade exceptions and second-round assets that would allow them to absorb his low salary without having to send significant player talent back to Los Angeles.
Establishing an Identity Outside LeBron’s Shadow
Staying in Los Angeles presents a compelling opportunity for the young athlete. It offers Bronny a chance to establish an identity based on his own achievements, moving past the narrative that he is merely a piece in a transaction centered around his father.
Furthermore, Bronny took a noticeable leap in his sophomore (2025–26) season. He stepped up during injuries down the stretch and in the playoffs, showing confidence as a perimeter defender and knock-down spot-up shooter.
Playing on a different team from LeBron frees Bronny from the hyper-intense father-son media spotlight, enabling him to focus strictly on basketball development without constant comparisons on the bench.
