New Trade Idea Sends LeBron James To Mavericks In Monster Lakers Deal originally appeared on Fadeaway World.

D espite LeBron James picking up his $52.6 million player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for next season, there's never been more speculation surrounding his status with the team. That's in part because no new contract was negotiated this summer to keep him there past this upcoming season,

LeBron James heading to Texas to finish his career with the Dallas Mavericks remains a possibility. The LA Lakers superstar has been heavily linked with the Purple and Gold's conference rivals since he opted into his $52.6 million player option. The rumors have died down over the past few weeks, with James widely predicted to stay put in LA.