Patrick Beverley Hypes Up Nico Harrison As LeBron James To Mavericks Rumors Abound

Former NBA player Patrick Beverley jumped on the LeBron James trade bandwagon and put forward his views via his X account.

Patrick Beverley Hypes Up Nico Harrison As LeBron James To Mavericks Rumors Abound

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This past season, during the February trade deadline, it did not take much time to send the NBA world into a frenzy for the Dallas Mavericks’ GM, Nico Harrison, and the Los Angeles Lakers. This was because they pulled off the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade deal, sending Anthony Davis in exchange to the Mavericks during the trade deadline.

This left the whole NBA world stunned. Interestingly, this left a big question for the upcoming season as the Lakers indirectly switched their leadership from LeBron James to Doncic. Now, fast-forwarding to the July trade market, James is rumoured in a shocking trade deal to the Mavericks. This would leave the NBA fans stunned once again.

Also, many are hoping that Nico Harrison pulls this off to take revenge on the Lakers for their signing of Doncic. Notably, former NBA player Patrick Beverly also chimed in on this matter recently. He took to his social media account on X to make his views known to the public.

if he Pull this off everyone has to apologize to Nico Harrison @PatBevPod

Patrick Beverley wrote on X

For this tweet, there are now two options. First, the Dallas Mavericks signed Bron the following season thanks to Harrison. Secondly, he appears on Pat Bev’s podcast. Despite its apparent mystery, the plot keeps getting more complex.

The Mavericks are favored over the Heat and Cavaliers at +125 according to Bovada’s odds. It feels true for Dallas to be vying for the title because Cooper Flagg is already in charge. The West might quake if LeBron is included. No one would be surprised by this action, but it has the potential to alter everything. Remember that earlier in July, the NBA legend opted in for his $52.6 million player option with the Lakers.

LeBron James is expected to report to the Lakers’ training camp despite trade rumours

When it comes to being a professional on and off the court, there is no one better suited than LeBron James in that manner. James is a perfect example of being professional towards his teammates and his current organization. This was on full display recently. Despite the ongoing trade rumours surrounding him, James showcased professionalism on his side.

LeBron James seems happy with his current circumstances despite a lot of conjecture over his future. According to The Athletic, James is anticipated to report to training camp with the Lakers and has not discussed a buyout or trade with them. That said, anything can happen in the NBA trade market, as seen with the Doncic deal last season.

Even though James, 40, opted into his $52.6 million contract with the Lakers in June, his future with the organization has been called into question. Some questioned whether James was still content in Los Angeles because he did not request a one-year contract extension, something he has done in the past. But with The Athletic’s latest reports, it seems as if the King will stay for another year in LA.

Rich Paul lashed out at the media regarding LeBron James’ retirement news

The speculations around him have caused a stir, whether they are about a possible retirement or a trade from the Lakers. According to some rumors, LeBron James doesn’t intend to retire until he has finished playing with his youngest kid, Bryce James. All of this has not gone down well with his agent and good friend, Rich Paul, who made his opinions clear on this matter lately.

When LeBron James retires, they [media] will have to find a new boogeyman to hate on just to chase likes and boost ratings.

Rich Paul said on SiriusXM NBA Radio
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Paul is someone who won’t shy away from speaking his mind; he has been in and around the sport for years. The super agent knows how the media works when it comes to anything involving James. Paul underlined that this type of noise can be harmful, particularly since LeBron is well aware of the continual attention he receives.

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