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LeBron James Mavericks trade rumors percolating as sportsbook upgrades trade odds


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While the Lakers and LeBron James appear to be at odds with each other over the team's direction for next season, there has been some movement on The King's future in the betting market.

James, who was previously considered a long shot to be traded anywhere this offseason, has moved to +300 to play his next game as a member of the Dallas Mavericks after the Mavs opened at +1200.

This comes as James' agent Rich Paul put out a series of curious statements related to his top client's future in Los Angeles and what appears to be hopes for trades.

LeBron James next team odds Team Latest odds Previous odds as of July 7 Lakers -340 -700 Mavericks +300 +800 Cavaliers +600 +600 Heat +1500 100/1 Knicks 20/1 25/1 Clippers 20/1 40/1 Suns 25/1 18/1 Bucks 30/1 20/1 Warriors 30/1 16/1

James to remain a Laker remains the most likely option, but the odds have shifted from -700 to -340 at the time of writing.

A potential trade to the Mavericks would be complicated and almost definitely require three teams, although here is one potential trade that would be plausible with just the two teams involved and potentially some draft capital to help Los Angeles build for the future.

Illustration of a simulated NBA trade between the Lakers and Mavericks, showing player details and financial breakdown.The Mavericks would also likely need to send draft picks to the Lakers. NBA Fanspo.com

It's certainly better than a trade between the Lakers and Cavaliers, which is nearly impossible and would force Cleveland to part ways with Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, a deal they surely wouldn't be eager to make.

LeBron James dribbling the ball during an NBA Playoffs game.LeBron James appears to want out of Los Angeles unless the team is ready to compete for a title n ext season. NBAE via Getty Images Betting on the NBA?

Some other notable line movement is the Miami Heat moved from 100/1 to 15/1, a massive move, although the Heat are far from title contention.

Moreover, the Warriors' odds dropped substantially, as their odds moved from 16/1 to 30/1 at the time of writing.

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