LeBron James captured his fourth and most recent NBA title in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers. Since then, both LeBron and the Lakers have made repeated efforts to chase another championship, but every postseason run has ended in disappointment.
Recently, LeBron’s agent, Rich Paul, revealed that LeBron is focused on winning his fifth title this season. That statement sparked speculation about whether LeBron might request a trade in search of a team better suited to fulfill his championship hopes.
According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the Cleveland Cavaliers have emerged as the new betting favorites to land LeBron James if he decides to leave the Lakers. The odds list Cleveland at +750, followed by the Dallas Mavericks at +800, the Golden State Warriors at +1600, and the Phoenix Suns at +1800.
The Cavaliers are the new betting favorites on @DKSportsbook to acquire LeBron James, if he requests a trade from the Lakers:
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) July 4, 2025
Cleveland: +750
Mavericks: +800
Warriors: +1600
Suns: +1800 pic.twitter.com/eHcxLrwO8Y
LeBron began his NBA career with the Cavaliers as their number one overall draft pick. In his first stint with the team, he was unable to deliver a championship despite several stellar seasons.
After spending four seasons with the Miami Heat, LeBron made a highly anticipated return to Cleveland in 2014. That second chapter turned out to be historic, as he led the Cavaliers to their first-ever NBA championship in 2016.
LeBron James Pays Tribute To Late Soccer Star Diego Jota
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James took a heartfelt moment away from the basketball world to honor the life of soccer star Diego Jota. Jote tragically passed away in a car accident recently. Shortly after the news broke, LeBron posted a message on X to extend his prayers to Jota’s loved ones.
“My prayers goes out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA JOTA!!” James wrote.
For LeBron, every single year means a lot to add more accolades to his historic career. Hence, the passing of Jota at such a young age has brought a sense of sorrow for the Lakers legend.
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