In fact, "there were whispers in league circles about LeBron James having eyes for Dallas," Hollinger reports. But the four-time NBA MVP was not willing to pass on $52.6 million with the Lakers for a non-taxpayer mid-level exception to sign.

LeBron James seriously considered joining the Dallas Mavericks before returningto the Los Angeles Lakers, per The Athletic's John Hollinger.The post LeBron James Had ‘Eyes’ On Rival Before Lakers Return: Insider appearedfirst on Heavy Sports.

Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James repeatedly had eyes on the Dallas Mavericks before opting in to a one-year deal with the Lakers.