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Sports analyst Max Kellerman and Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul are reportedly planning to launch a new show for The Ringer. According to Front Office Sports' Ryan Glasspiegel, details of the new show are not yet available as no deal has been finalized.Paul is the founder of Klutch Sports, which represents several NBA stars, most notably, LeBron James. Paul is also a longtime friend of the LA Lakers star.Fans on X reacted to the news. James has a much-publicized feud with Stephen A. Smith. Last season, they went viral as they had a confrontation during a game. James reportedly addressed Smith's criticisms of his son, Bronny James.Several fans speculated that James is forming a partnership with Smith's rivals. Kellerman also has a rocky relationship with Smith. Kellerman was previously a co-host on ESPN's "First Take," before Smith asked for his removal in 2021. Smith previously admitted that he "didn’t like working" with Kellerman."You mean, LeBron is trying t0 finance SAS competition ? 😂😂😂," one fan tweeted.SpaceTechRocks @OkitwistLINK@TheDunkCentral @FOS You mean , LeBron is trying to finance SAS competition ? 😂😂😂Several others were looking forward to the idea of Paul and Kellerman having a show together.Calvin | Kiwi @KiwiuhLINK@TheDunkCentral @FOS Rich Paul & Max Kellerman sounds like arguments and gems in the same episode 💀 I’m tuned in.Chief @chiefflipsLINK@TheDunkCentral @FOS max never deserved to be taken off of first take. he was the best cohost they ever hadjustjalel @ssj2ajLINK@TheDunkCentral @FOS Stephen A gonna say this is LeBron’s way of getting back at him 😭The Ringer is a sports media company founded by NBA analyst Bill Simmons and was acquired by Spotify in 2020.Rich Paul had a message for the Lakers regarding LeBron JamesSports agent Rich Paul was in the headlines several times last offseason as LeBron James' future was up in the air. As James enters his NBA record 23rd season, Paul reportedly extended a request to the LA Lakers.According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin on Sept. 30, James' camp requested an "overly cautious" approach for the four-time NBA champion.James, who will turn 41 in December, is dealing with sciatica that forced him to miss the preseason and the Lakers' training camp. With his return not expected until mid-November, James could possibly miss around 10 games.Expectations are high for the Lakers despite a stacked Western Conference. The team will have its first "full season" with Luka Doncic and James in 2025-26. LA is currently 3-2 and will next face the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday in NBA Cup action.
