Here it comes! Another big name is about to enter the buyout market! This is an NBA championship-level center.

Reporter Ary states:Love is actively negotiating a buyout with the Jazz, with a final agreement expected next week.

In July of this year, the Clippers, Jazz, and Heat completed a three-way trade, sending Love, Kyle, and a 2027 second-round pick to the Jazz.

Love joked about this, saying, “I never thought I would become a salary-matching chip, welcome to the NBA.”

According to previous reports from Fischer, once a buyout is reached with the Jazz, Love is inclined to join a big market team, with New York and Los Angeles being potential destinations.

Pelinka: Another big name entering the buyout market? It’s time to shine.

During this summer's offseason, Pelinka has successfully acquired top center Ayton and former DPOY Smart from the buyout market.

Moreover, Love has a close relationship with James, which could greatly facilitate his decision to wear the purple and gold jersey.

The issue is that the Lakers' roster is full, and they need to create space by trading expiring contracts to have a chance to bring Love on board.

The media outlet BF indicates that Love is most likely to return to the Cavaliers. He played for the Cavaliers for as long as eight and a half seasons and won a championship with the team in the 15-16 season.

Born on September 7, 1988, Love is about to turn 37, and his NBA career has spanned 17 years so far, averaging 16.2 points, 10 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in the regular season, while in the playoffs, he averages 12.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. He has been selected to the All-NBA Team twice and has made five All-Star appearances, winning the rebounding title in the 10-11 season.

Last season, Love played 23 regular-season games for the Heat, averaging 10.9 minutes per game, with 5.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1 assist. He still has gas in the tank and can serve as a rotational big man. Additionally, as an experienced and well-regarded veteran, he can help stabilize the locker room, which has attracted interest from several teams.

All signs point to the 25-26 season possibly being Love's last dance, and he is determined to secure a championship to cap off his playing career. Therefore, his requirements for a new team will definitely prioritize championship contenders, and teams struggling to make the playoffs need not apply.

It is estimated that Love's total salary earnings throughout his entire NBA career could reach $280 million, which is quite impressive.