Shocking: Chicago Bulls owner is an anti-LeBron James.

A recent report revealed a surprising anti-LeBron James stance from Chicago Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf regarding potential trades with the Los Angeles Lakers.

LeBron James, often compared to Michael Jordan, has had an illustrious career marked by numerous NBA Finals appearances, albeit with some losses. This comparison to Jordan, who never lost in a championship series, fuels the debate over who is the greatest NBA player of all time.

Jerry Reinsdorf, who was Michael Jordan’s boss during the Bulls’ dynasty years, seems intent on protecting Jordan’s legacy. According to Bleacher Report NBA insider Eric Pincus, Reinsdorf reportedly resists any trade that could potentially aid LeBron James in winning more championships. “I think their owner doesn’t want LeBron infringing upon Michael’s legacy,” Pincus said in a conversation with Lakers reporter Jovan Buha. This sentiment was particularly evident when some Lakers fans expressed their desire for trades involving players like Alex Caruso or Andre Drummond before the NBA trade deadline.

Pincus also mentioned that the Bulls are generally conservative in their trade approach and are unlikely to engage in deals that might benefit LeBron James or the Lakers. This reluctance extends to hypothetical trades, such as acquiring Zach LaVine, due to concerns over his health and the desire to avoid bolstering a potential rival.

In addition to preserving Jordan’s legacy, Reinsdorf’s stance may also be influenced by the competitive history between LeBron James and the Chicago Bulls, with James’ teams often defeating the Bulls in playoff series during his career.

This combination of legacy protection and competitive rivalry seems to underpin Reinsdorf’s resistance to making trades that could enhance LeBron’s championship prospects.