LeBron in Vegas? He Makes an Expansion Pitch to Adam Silver

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) battle for the ball during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game in Las Vegas, Oct. 5, 2022. John Locher/AP Photo

LAS VEGAS—LeBron James came to Las Vegas for a preseason game. And a pitch.

James, who has spoken in the past about wanting to eventually own an NBA franchise—with Las Vegas on his mind—has sent another crystal-clear message to Commissioner Adam Silver, reminding him of his plans.