Dave Portnoy questions LeBron James' contract with 76ers over potential side deal

Dave Portnoy has raised concerns about LeBron James' recent signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on a veteran-minimum contract worth approximately $8 million. Portnoy suggests that a reported business arrangement with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin may constitute a 'side deal' that could breach NBA salary-cap rules. James, who previously earned nearly $53 million with the Los Angeles Lakers, now reportedly benefits from using Fanatics' corporate aviation for travel. These allegations have triggered discussions on whether the NBA should investigate the circumstances surrounding this unexpected free-agent decision. No investigation has been confirmed at this time.

• 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy raises ‘illegal’ LeBron James-76ers contract concerns