According to recent comments from Jovan Buha of The Athletic, the Mavericks may have a chance to trade for him. According to Buha, he's uncertain if the Lakers and James have a good relationship going right now.

LeBron James opting into his player contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, followed by a statement released by his agent, has fueled trade and buyout rumors for the last week. He wants the best possible chance to compete for a championship, and even though the Lakers now have Luka Doncic, the rest of the roster is discombobulated, at best.