The Mavericks have been thrown out as a destination because of James’ extensive relationships with several key figures, including Kyrie Irving, Anthony

Four NBA teams have contacted Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group expressing interest in trading for Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. The leading scorer in NBA history, James picked up his 2025-26 player option with the Lakers.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/mavericks as Shocking proposed 3-team trade sends LeBron James from Lakers to Mavericks. The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers are notorious trade partners after the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis swap in February. However, the two sides could combine on an even bigger deal this offseason.

LeBron James was in the house on Saturday to watch his son Bronny James play for the Los Angeles Lakers at Las Vegas Summer League. The second game in Vegas was a bit better than the first for Bronny and ended in a win, although it still showed there's plenty of good and bad to Bronny's game.

LeBron James to Mavericks Trade Report Surfaces From His Former Teammate originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and assistant coach Phil Handy against the Phoenix Suns during game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Recent updates regarding LeBron James' situation with the Lakers suggests the Mavericks might be able to make a run at the 21-time All-Star.