LeBron James considered joining the Dallas Mavericks before opting-in to his $52 million player option. Colin Cowherd says that LeBron is 'no longer about winning'.

Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James repeatedly had eyes on the Dallas Mavericks before opting in to a one-year deal with the Lakers.

In fact, "there were whispers in league circles about LeBron James having eyes for Dallas," Hollinger reports. But the four-time NBA MVP was not willing to pass on $52.6 million with the Lakers for a non-taxpayer mid-level exception to sign.

NBA legend LeBron James was interested in joining the Dallas Mavericks before he picked up his 2025-26 player option with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to John Hollinger of The Athletic.

LeBron James is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers at least for now. The four-time NBA champion picked up his $52.6 million player option to return to the Lakers for an eighth season, which marks his longest continuous stint with any team in his career.

O’Neal, who won three straight NBA titles with the Lakers, said the team has addressed its size and star power but warned that shooting could make or break their playoff run. Still, he expects the team to perform better in the upcoming season and make a push for homecourt advantage.

The $500 million baby is about to leave Los Angeles. Without an official statement, insiders and Vegas moneylines are speculating that LeBron James might join the Dallas Mavericks before midnight Wednesday.

It isn't likely that the Los Angeles Lakers will move on from LeBron James. However, if they do, the Dallas Mavericks will be one of the teams interested. If it comes down to a trade, however, the Mavericks might not be as inclined to get something done.

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly targeting a Golden State Warriors free agent. The guard is 'very much on the Lakers' radar' but injuries have marred much