LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers remains murky. Although he opted into the final year of his contract, every message his agent has put out there makes it seem like they don't want to be there, and they'd be keeping an eye on the moves the Lakers made to see if it aligns with an opportunity to win now.

There were reports suggesting that the Dallas Mavericks had interest in trading for LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers. After James had his agent, Rich Paul, make polarizing comments to ESPN and The Athletic, many believe there was an opportunity for him to be traded.