Have you all heard the rumors swirling around that LeBron James might be joining the Mavericks to reunite with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving? I mean, can you imagine the sheer firepower that trio would bring to the court? It’s got fans everywhere buzzing with excitement.
Now, I’m not saying this is definitely happening, but hey, a basketball fan can dream, right? If this report turns out to be true, it would shake up the NBA landscape in a major way.
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, James has developed a “genuine curiosity” about potentially playing in Dallas. While there are currently no signs that James is seeking a trade — and no indication the Lakers are actively shopping him — the fact that he will become an unrestricted free agent next summer keeps the door wide open.
There’s also a growing belief around the league that James may not finish his career in Los Angeles. According to Stein, multiple insiders believe LeBron will not retire as a Laker. If true, the 2024–25 season could very well be his final run in Los Angeles.
The Lakers’ decision not to rush into a long-term extension only fuels those rumors further.
While James has not asked for a trade — and likely won’t due to the complexities of his salary and influence — the possibility of a buyout next year or a free-agent move to Dallas in 2025 is very real.
Much depends on how the upcoming season unfolds. If the Lakers struggle and fail to build around James effectively, he could walk away in free agency. And if Dallas remains competitive and maintains its flexible roster, the Mavericks could be in pole position to make a run at the league’s all-time leading scorer.
One thing is clear: even as he enters his 22nd NBA season, LeBron James remains the most powerful individual force in the league — not just on the court, but in shaping front office decisions, shifting team trajectories, and driving the NBA news cycle.
We are keeping our fingers crossed and see what unfolds in this wild and crazy world of sports gossip.
