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• Rich Paul shares latest timeline update for LeBron James NBA free agency decision

LeBron James is golfing. The NBA is guessing. Rich Paul is telling everyone to relax....2026
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• Rich Paul Reveals 1 Clear Message to LeBron James as Free Agency Rumors Heat Up
LeBron James' agent Rich Paul recently provided an update on the NBA icon's timeline as the NBA World awaits his free agency decision....2026
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• LeBron James’ free agency has reached the voice-note stage

Apparently, text messages aren’t enough anymore. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, teams hoping to land LeBron James have been sending recruiting voice notes to him through agent Rich Paul as the NBA’s biggest free-agent decision continues to drag on. In other words, executives are leaving LeBron basketball voicemails. Charania reported that James remains in the […] The p...2026
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• LeBron James, Steph Curry would terrify Warriors opponents: Rich Paul

Rich Paul did not say LeBron James is headed to the Golden State Warriors....2026
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• NBA teams forced to leave voice notes to contact LeBron James in free agency

A recent report regarding LeBron James' free agency is that teams are trying to contract him with voice notes through LeBron's agent, Rich Paul....2026
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• LeBron James, Steph Curry would terrify Warriors opponents: Rich Paul

Rich Paul did not say LeBron James is headed to the Golden State Warriors....2026
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• LeBron James Believed To Have Current Favorite In Mind As Process Continues

While LeBron James is believed to have a favorite for which team he will sign with in free agency, he is still waiting to see if anything could change across the landscape of the league that would lead him to pivot to another situation. James' agent, Rich Paul, has continued to speak about the decision-making process on his podcast as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden...2026
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• Hawks Join Clippers With Interest In Peyton Watson

The Atlanta Hawks have emerged with interest in a sign-and-trade with the Denver Nuggets for restricted free agent Peyton Watson. The Nuggets have signaled they intend to match any offer sheet for Watson, but they would be open to discussing sign-and-trade scenarios. However, the Nuggets are maintaining an asking price similar to what the Los Angeles Lakers sent to the Utah Jazz for Walker Kessler...2026
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• Anthony Davis Details Shock Of Learning About Luka Doncic Trade, Says Lakers Showed Him No Respect

Anthony Davis revealed he had no advance knowledge of the trade that sent him from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic, describing the night of Feb. 1, 2025 as one of complete disbelief during an appearance on "The Draymond Green Show" released Wednesday. Davis said his agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, was the first to inform him of the deal. His initial r...2026
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• Darius Garland Believes Trade From Cavs Was Inevitable, Targets Imminent Clippers' Debut

Darius Garland expects to make his Los Angeles Clippers debut shortly, telling Andscape the team's medical staff will determine the exact timeline. The guard has not appeared in a game since January 14, sidelined by a right toe sprain following earlier surgery on his left toe. Garland, averaging 18.0 points and 6.9 assists across 26 games this season, was dealt to the Clippers on February 3 in exc...2026
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• Mavericks Completed Anthony Davis Trade To Wizards Without Consulting Rich Paul

The Dallas Mavericks negotiated Anthony Davis' trade to the Washington Wizards without consulting the 10-time All-Star or his agent Rich Paul, who remained unaware the Wizards were a serious suitor until the deal was finalized, sources told ESPN. The development concluded Davis' disappointing tenure with the franchise. Paul had actively worked to facilitate alternative transactions with the Atlant...2026
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• Anthony Davis Denies Wizards Unhappiness Reports, Seeks Championship Plan

Anthony Davis dismissed reports suggesting he is unhappy about being traded to the Washington Wizards, calling such characterizations overblown during a Friday phone interview with The Athletic. The 32-year-old big man is meeting with ownership and front office officials to discuss the franchise's championship blueprint. Davis told The Athletic he appreciates what he has seen during his initial vi...2026
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• Darius Garland 'Blessed' Trade To Clippers

Darius Garland's representatives "blessed" his trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Los Angeles Clippers before the deal was completed, league sources confirmed. Garland is represented by Rich Paul and Lucas Newton. The 26-year-old guard has missed significant time with a toe injury but is expected to return to game action soon. Garland's camp blessed the move to Los Angeles despite the guard...2026
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• Lakers, Cap Space Teams Preparing Restricted Free Agency Interest In Peyton Watson

Denver Nuggets swingman Peyton Watson has emerged as a major restricted free agency target for teams with projected cap space this summer, including the Los Angeles Lakers. Rival executives are increasingly curious about Denver's ability to retain the fourth-year player following his recent breakout performance amid the team's injury struggles. Watson's restricted free agency is already shaping up...2026
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• Fischer’s Latest: AD, Butler, Giannis, LeBron, Raptors, Vucevic
The Mavericks are said to be open to continuing Anthony Davis trade talks while the big man recovers from his hand injury, and agent Rich Paul would reportedly like to see a deal happen before the February 5 deadline. However, the market for Davis seems to have cooled in the wake of his latest injury, […]...2026
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• Bobby Webster Enters First Trade Deadline With Full Control, No Pressure For Big Move

Bobby Webster has full autonomy and faces no organizational pressure to make a significant trade at his first NBA deadline as Toronto Raptors general manager, sources within MLSE told TSN. However, the organization's decision to decline elevating him to the president's role has created a make-or-break season for Webster and several others in the front office. Webster inherited the primary decision...2026
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• LeBron had "no problem being the first headliner through the door" for Lakers
While he didn’t play a part in revealing LeBron James‘ new home this time around, Lee Jenkins of Sports Illustrated has penned another excellent piece on LeBron’s latest decision. According to Jenkins, James initially narrowed down his preferred landing spots to the Lakers, Cavaliers, Sixers, and Rockets, instructing agent Rich Paul to research those organizations and give him feedback when he ret...2018
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• LeBron to decide future in 'The Decision Cave' in Caribbean?
As expected, LeBron James on Friday declined the $35.6 million option on his contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers and become a free agent, multiple sources have confirmed. And now the free agency frenzy can begin in earnest … although rampant speculation has been the name of the game for some time now.James and his family have been recently vacationing in the Caribbean, and it sounds like that ma...2018
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• Cleveland Cavaliers' Offseason Has Only Just Begun
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• Behind the Scenes in Las Vegas Is Where Real Business of Summer League Happens
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"LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, comes to the Lakers star's defense as complaints about his defensive effort escalate in his historic 23rd season."

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"LeBron James contract: Rich Paul weighs in as Lakers' star considers his player option for next season"

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"LeBron James trade rumors shut down by agent Rich Paul: Lakers superstar 'won't be traded'"

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"Rich Paul Defends LeBron James With Debate-Starting Steph Curry Question"

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"1 million contract extension that includes a player option for the 2024-25 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN."

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"New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel has sued former agent Rich Paul and his firm, Klutch Sports, saying they are responsible for a loss of $58 million in potential earnings."

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"LOOK: LeBron James goes on bike ride in Los Angeles with Anthony Davis, J.R. Smith, and agent Rich Paul"

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"Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will miss the team's upcoming road trip to Oklahoma City and Houston as he continues to recover from a strained left groin, his agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports told ESPN on Tuesday."

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"Remember that Simmons' agent is Rich Paul, LeBron's agent and long-time confidant."

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"Suns GM calls out Eric Bledsoe and agent Rich Paul"

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"The reigning NBA Finals MVP opted out of his contract for the 2016-17 season Tuesday and will become an unrestricted free agent Friday, according to ESPN's Chris Broussard, who cited James' agent, Rich Paul."

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"The potential for tension existed, as Thompson and LeBron James share the same agent, Rich Paul."

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"James and Thompson share the same agent, Rich Paul, and have enjoyed a friendship off the court for years."

• NBA teams forced to leave voice notes to contact LeBron James in free agency
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• NBA teams courting LeBron James via voice memos to agent, per report
NBA reams can send LeBron James voice memos through agent Rich Paul to gauge free agent's interest in joining them, ESPN reported....2026
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• Rich Paul Net Worth and Earnings: How Much Money Has LeBron James’ Agent Made Throughout His Career?
Here is everything you need to know about the career earnings and net worth of LeBron James' close friend and agent, Rich Paul....2026
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• LeBron James Believed To Have Current Favorite In Mind As Process Continues
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• Hawks Join Clippers With Interest In Peyton Watson
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• Rich Paul Not Expected To Have Any Additional Teams Pitch On Podcast

Bob Myers' appearance on Rich Paul's podcast to make a public pitch for the Philadelphia 76ers to sign LeBron James was scheduled before James' free agency began. Multiple league sources with direct knowledge of the situation said the same appearances are not expected from other teams pursuing James. The 76ers' chief executive sat alongside Paul on the agent's "Game Over" podcast with Max Kellerma...2026
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• Rich Paul says that Darius Garland ‘wanted to get out’ of Cleveland well before deadline trade

The Garland trade at the deadline was years in the making....2026
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• LeBron James doesn’t want to be in Akron any longer, Rich Paul says

Agent Rich Paul offered additional context to recent comments made by LeBron James about certain NBA cities, including Memphis and Milwaukee. Speaking on the Game Over podcast, Paul said James’ remarks weren’t unusual, noting that even his hometown of Akron isn’t a place he necessarily enjoys spending time. “Guess where else LeBron don’t want to […] The post LeBron James doesn’t want to be i...2026
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• Jusuf Nurkic Out For Season With Surgery On Nose

Jusuf Nurkic will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season with a surgical procedure on his nose. The Utah Jazz acquired Nurkic from the Charlotte Hornets last offseason. Nukric appeared in 41 games with the Jazz, averaging 10.9 points, 10.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 26.4 minutes. Nurkic is on an expiring contract and will be a free agent in the offseason. Nurkic is represented by Rich Paul....2026
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• Darius Garland Believes Trade From Cavs Was Inevitable, Targets Imminent Clippers' Debut
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• Jordan Clarkson, Knicks Agree To One-Year, $3.9M Deal

Jordan Clarkson and the New York Knicks have agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal. Clarkson appeared in 72 games with the Knicks last season, averaging 8.6 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 17.8 minutes in his age-33 season. Clarkson is represented by Rich Paul and Brandon Cavanaugh....2026
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• Hawks Join Clippers With Interest In Peyton Watson
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• Jusuf Nurkic Out For Season With Surgery On Nose
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• Darius Garland Believes Trade From Cavs Was Inevitable, Targets Imminent Clippers' Debut
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• KJ Simpson, Nuggets To Sign Two-Way Deal

KJ Simpson has agreed to sign a Two-Way contract with the Denver Nuggets. Simpson will take the Two-Way spot previously taken by Spencer Jones. Simpson appeared in 14 games this season with the Charlotte Hornets, averaging 6.0 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 15.9 minutes. Simpson was waived from his Two-Way contract after the trade deadline. Simpson was the 42nd overall pick in the 2024 dr...2026
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• Jabari Walker, Sixers Agree To Two-Year Deal

Jabari Walker and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a two-year contract. Walker had maxed out his allowed games under his Two-Way deal with the Sixers. In 45 games this season with the Sixers, Walker is averaging 3.7 points and 3.1 rebounds in 12.1 minutes. Walker spent the first three seasons of his career with the Portland Trail Blazers on a standard NBA contract. Walker was the 57th overall...2026
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• LeBron James To Cavaliers In 2026 Free Agency Subject Of 'Rampant Speculation' Across NBA

While the 2026 free agency of LeBron James won't be as seismic as his prior editions in 2010, 2014 and 2018, it could have a sense of familiarity to it if he returns to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a third stint with the franchise that drafted him first overall in 2003. James left the Cavaliers in 2010, returned in 2014 and left to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The Cavaliers and James a...2026
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• Lakers, Cap Space Teams Preparing Restricted Free Agency Interest In Peyton Watson
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• LeBron James Distances Himself From Rich Paul's Austin Reaves Trade Proposal

LeBron James publicly separated himself from his agent Rich Paul's recent suggestion that the Los Angeles Lakers should trade guard Austin Reaves, emphasizing that Paul's opinions don't reflect his own views. The clarification came following the Lakers' 141-116 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. "I think you all know by now, Rich is his own man and what Rich says is not a direct refl...2026
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• Rich Paul Wants Anthony Davis Traded By Deadline, Mavericks Source Says He Won't 'Bully Us'

The hand injury currently afflicting Anthony Davis has undoubtedly complicated the objectives of both his camp and the Dallas Mavericks ahead of the February 5th trade deadline. Davis and Rich Paul are attempting to get him to a team with interest in signing him to a contract extension in the offseason, while the Mavericks are seeking the best possible return in a trade after he was previously the...2026
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• Rich Paul Reframes Luka Doncic & JJ Redick’s Sideline Moment

During the Los Angeles Lakers’ dominant 129 to 101 win over the Golden State Warriors, a brief exchange between Luka Doncic and head coach JJ Redick quickly made rounds online. Cameras caught it. Social media amplified it. But Rich Paul sees it differently. The moment came as Doncic checked out of the game. Redick appeared […] The post Rich Paul Reframes Luka Doncic & JJ Redick’s ...2026
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• Rich Paul Says No Trade Demands Were Made Involving Anthony Davis
Rich Paul took to his podcast, Game Over with Max and Rich, to refute the rumors that he asked for Anthony Davis to be traded. Paul took issue with the reports from last week that he demanded that Davis be traded within the week. "That thing was aggregated. This is the power of the internet. If you're wondering why Rich Paul has a podcast, this is part of the reason why," Paul said while noting he...2026
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• Jeanie Buss pushes back, regrets LeBron being drawn into family drama, calling report 'just not true'
LeBron's agent, Rich Paul, was a little more colorful and direct expressing his thoughts....2026
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• De’Aaron Fox trade rumors are here, and the Spurs are the first hat in the ring

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images De’Aaron Fox isn’t on the trade block yet, but the Spurs are already reportedly lining up. The Sacramento Kings have been one of the most frustrating teams in the NBA to start the 2024-25 season. Expectations were high for the Kings after acquiring DeMar DeRozan over the summer on a $76.7 million deal, but thus far the only thing Sacramento is doing cons...2024
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• Hawks Narrowly Beat Deadline, Sign Jalen Johnson To Four-Year Extension

The Hawks agreed to a five-year, $150 million rookie scale extension with forward Jalen Johnson, per NBA insider Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. It became official just moments before the league’s 5 p.m. Central time deadline to reach such a deal. Rich Paul, Johnson’s agent, sealed the deal, which is fully guaranteed, per ESPN’s Shams […] The post Hawks Narrowly Beat Deadl...2024
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• LeBron James’ Warriors trade rumors mean more with free agency, Bronny James coming

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports The Warriors calling the Lakers about a LeBron James trade is the start of another round of free agency speculation with his son Bronny potentially entering the NBA Draft. The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers each called the Los Angeles Lakers to make a trade offer for LeBron James, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Both the Lakers and James w...2024
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• ‘I’ve never been in love like this’: Adele ‘obsessed’ with Rich Paul and wants kids
It’s safe to say Adele and her boyfriend, NBA power agent Rich Paul, are going strong more than one year into their relationship. Speaking with Elle in a recent interview, Adele didn’t hide her love and admiration for Paul, whom she was romantically linked with in July 2021. The two have been friends prior to […] The post ‘I’ve never been in love like this’: Ade...2022
• Lakers forward LeBron James sends heartwarming message to Draymond Green on Warriors star’s wedding
Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James made sure Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green feels the love after his wedding with longtime partner Hazel Renee over the weekend. Green tied the knot with Renee in a star-studded wedding on Saturday evening. Several athletes attended the event, including LeBron and power agent Rich Paul–who also happens […] The post Lakers forward LeBron Ja...2022
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• Trae Young’s dad reacts to Lakers speculation after move to Klutch Sports
The move of Atlanta Hawks star guard Trae Young to Klutch Sports has grabbed headlines of late. Being that two of the biggest clients of Klutch founder Rich Paul are none other than Los Angeles Lakers duo LeBron James and Anthony Davis, people could not help but connect the dots. Young’s own father, Rayford, has […] The post Trae Young’s dad reacts to Lakers speculation after mov...2020
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• Pelicans have reportedly been preparing for Anthony Davis’ trade request
The timing of Anthony Davis' trade request caught the Pelicans off-guard, but the franchise has been preparing for the moment since Davis signed with agent Rich Paul, Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated reports (Twitter links). Despite the planning, it’s no guarantee New Orleans trades Davis before the Feb. 7 deadline. The front office is well aware of the Celtics’ stockpile of assets and hopes Bos...2019
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• Tristan Thompson, Cavaliers Agree to New Contract: Details, Comments, Reaction
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• LeBron lands 2-year, $97.1M deal with Lakers

Lakers star LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1 million contract extension that includes a player option for the 2024-25 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN....2022
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• LeBron James Re-Signs With the Cavs on Two-Year Deal
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• LeBron James Opts Out of Cavaliers Contract: Latest Details, Comments, Reaction
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• David Blatt Fired by Cavaliers: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• LeBron James: Tristan Thompson 'Should Probably Be a Cavalier His Entire Career'
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• LeBron Angling to Pull off Greatest Power Play in NBA History with Cavaliers
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• Noel suit blames Klutch for $58M in lost earnings

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• J.R. Smith Comments on Playing for Potential Superteam Featuring LeBron James
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• Hawks Join Clippers With Interest In Peyton Watson
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• Rich Paul Not Expected To Have Any Additional Teams Pitch On Podcast
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• Rich Paul: Lakers should do everything they can to keep LeBron James

Rich Paul is a little biased, given that he’s LeBron James‘ agent. But like most everyone else, he has seen what James has done for the Lakers lately. What has James done? How about carrying the Lakers to a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets in the first round of the playoffs, hitting some of […] The post Rich Paul: Lakers should do everything they can to keep LeBron James appeared...2026
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• Darius Garland Believes Trade From Cavs Was Inevitable, Targets Imminent Clippers' Debut
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• Darius Garland 'Blessed' Trade To Clippers
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• Bobby Webster Enters First Trade Deadline With Full Control, No Pressure For Big Move
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• Rich Paul Wants Anthony Davis Traded By Deadline, Mavericks Source Says He Won't 'Bully Us'
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• Anthony Davis Avoids Surgery, Could Return In Six Weeks After Hand Specialist Visit
Anthony Davis will not require surgery to repair ligament damage in his left hand and could return to action in approximately six weeks, avoiding what was initially expected to be a season-ending procedure. Earlier Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Davis was expected to undergo surgery and miss several months, but the 10-time All-Star received more encouraging news after meeting with a ...2026
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• Anthony Davis To Undergo Hand Surgery, Playoff Return Dependent On Trade
Anthony Davis is expected to undergo surgery to repair ligament damage in his left hand and miss several months. Davis' season is over with the Mavericks sitting at 15-25 and 12th in the Western Conference. The Mavericks have renewed trade discussions with multiple interested teams since learning the severity of Davis' injury Friday. The Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks have previously expressed ...2026
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• LeBron James May Have Limited Options If He Pursues Trade From Lakers

LeBron James not only exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, but also cast doubt on whether he is completely sold on the direction of the team this offseason. James' agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN that they are evaluating his situation with his goal of competing for championship in mind. "I felt they were clear as mud," said Brian Wind...2025
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• NBA rumors: Kawhi Leonard changes agents, Rich Paul lays out factors that could influence LeBron James

The new NBA league year gets started on Monday, and there's still plenty of offseason buzz...2026
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• Rich Paul downplays LeBron James rumors: ‘Nobody knows’
Amid ongoing speculation about LeBron James’ future beyond the 2025-26 season, agent Rich Paul said there’s “no truth to any of it.” Speaking on the Game Over podcast, Paul made it clear that even James hasn’t made any decisions about what comes next. “I don’t know what’s happening. … (LeBron) don’t know either,” Paul said. […] The post Rich Paul downplays LeBron James rumors: ‘Nobody ...2026
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• Agent Rich Paul on speculation about LeBron's next team: 'There’s no truth to any of it'
LeBron has not discussed his future plans, but that has not slowed the speculation....2026
• LeBron James To Cavaliers In 2026 Free Agency Subject Of 'Rampant Speculation' Across NBA
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• Rich Paul Makes Feelings Clear on Jonathan Kuminga’s ‘Talent’ Amid $46,800,000 Forward’s Fallout With Warriors
Rich Paul weighs in on Jonathan Kuminga’s talent amid the Warriors forward’s fallout with Steve Kerr and growing trade speculation....2026
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• Agent Says LeBron James Hasn’t Asked To Be Traded

Trade speculation has been swirling around LeBron James for the past two weeks since his decision to exercise a $52.6MM player option for next season was accompanied by a statement from agent Rich Paul indicating that James will be monitoring the Lakers‘ personnel moves to make sure they’re assembling a championship-level roster. During today’s broadcast […]...2025
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• Rich Paul adds ‘four teams’ twist to LeBron James-Lakers trade speculation

Rich Paul hinted that some teams are interested in trading for LeBron James....2025
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• The latest LeBron James news raises more questions than it answers

Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images LeBron James is definitely, probably, maybe not demanding the Lakers trade him, according to the latest comments from his agent, Rich Paul. Normally, a player opting into a contract would be a pretty cut-and-dry piece of news signifying that they are remaining with their current team. As he has been wont to do throughout his career, however, LeBro...2025
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• Rich Paul Gave Lakers, Luka Doncic Advanced Notice On LeBron Statement, Rest Of NBA Surprised

Rich Paul gave advance notice to both the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James' teammates before releasing a statement about James' championship aspirations alongside news that the superstar was exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Paul's comments immediately sparked speculation that James could be exploring a potential trade from the Lakers, though rival teams were ca...2025
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