Rich Paul identifies Dallas Mavericks as potential destination for LeBron James
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
LeBron James is officially entering free agency after parting ways with the Los Angeles Lakers. Rich Paul, James' agent, named the Dallas Mavericks as a dark-horse option for the four-time NBA champion. He highlighted Dallas' business potential and the opportunity to mentor 19-year-old Cooper Flagg. The Mavericks already have Kyrie Irving, who could reunite with James. However, Dallas faces stiff competition, with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors seen as the frontrunners for James' services.
- •LeBron James enters free agency after leaving the Lakers.
- •Rich Paul lists the Mavericks as a dark-horse destination.
- •Dallas offers business opportunities and a chance to mentor Flagg.
- •Kyrie Irving's presence opens up reunion possibilities.
- •Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors are frontrunners for James.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Rich Paul makes surprising case for LeBron James to join Dallas Mavericks
"Rich Paul names the Dallas Mavericks as a dark-horse destination for LeBron James in free agency as he officially enters free agency.
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