TITLE: LeBron James Linked Again to Possible Ownership Role if NBA Expands to Las Vegas
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Speculation surrounding LeBron James has shifted back to potential team ownership, with league insiders discussing the four-time NBA champion as a likely face of a future Las Vegas franchise should the league add expansion teams after his playing career ends.
Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report noted renewed conversations among NBA executives who believe James could front an ownership bid if the league green-lights expansion. The chatter centers on Las Vegas, a market frequently mentioned alongside Seattle as a frontrunner for any future teams.
One scenario gaining attention involves Rich Paul, James’s longtime agent, reportedly considering the sale of Klutch Sports to United Talent Agency. According to the theory, an influx of capital from such a deal could position James and Paul to pursue ownership stakes rather than player contracts.
Despite the talk, no formal steps toward expansion have been announced by the NBA. The league has neither committed to increasing its 30-team field nor designated specific cities. If expansion moves forward, multiple investor groups would be invited to submit proposals.
James has openly expressed interest in owning an NBA franchise, and Las Vegas has surfaced repeatedly in league discussions. Nevertheless, any move toward ownership remains hypothetical while the 39-year-old weighs basketball decisions such as whether to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers.
For now, the possibility of a James-led Vegas franchise is considered distant, with league sources characterizing the situation as one to watch rather than an imminent development.
Source: Hoops Wire
