NBA News: Lakers’ LeBron James receives an unusual request from Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban

As LeBron James is preparing for his 22nd birthday N.B.A This season his goal is to take the lead Los Angeles Lakers to another championship. This season is very special for King James as he shares the farm with his son for the first time. Bronnywho was drafted by the Lakers and begins his own NBA journey. However, Dallas Mavericks‘Minority owner Mark Cuban has another suggestion for the superstar.

In a light-hearted interview with TMZ Sports, Cuban LeBron jokingly asked him to back off. “Yes, LeBron, it’s time for you to stop. I’m tired of you…” Cuban joked. The 66-year-old entrepreneur was quick to clarify that his plea was not because he doubted LeBron’s ability to play at an elite level – quite the opposite.

“I’m serious just because he’s still so good. He’s with the Lakers, they’re our rivals. So it’s time to retire, LeBron.” Cuban explained, making it clear that this was his wish LeBron Getting out of the game was purely competitive. Without James, Cuban clearly believes the Mavericks would have a stronger path to the NBA title.

The Mavericks are on the road to success

Despite Cuban’s playful request, that is Dallas Mavericks There is plenty of reason to be optimistic about the 2024-25 season. Last season they performed impressively, finishing fifth in the Western Conference with a better record than the Lakers and reaching the NBA Finals, where they ultimately fell to the Lakers Boston Celtics in five games.

The Mavericks’ success was due to their superstar duo. Luka Doncic And Kyrie Irving. This season, the team has added even more power with the acquisition of Klay Thompsona four-time champion who played with the for 13 years Golden State Warriors.

Tip for the 2024-25 NBA season

As the NBA regular season approaches, the Dallas Mavericks will compete Phoenix Suns this Saturday evening at the Footprint Center. Now it is Los Angeles Lakers will host Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday for the home opener.