LeBron James' camp has grown pessimistic that Paul George is prepared to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder this offseason.

George was traded by the Indiana Pacers to the Thunder last June 30th.

George has raved about the Thunder throughout the process and has grown close to Russell Westbrook.

George was previously reported to be determined to join the Lakers by his 2018 free agency.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers are expected to pursue George in free agency.