LeBron Opts Out Of Cavs Contract, Becomes Free Agent
LeBron James has opted out of the final year of his contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers in order to become an unrestricted free agent.
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LeBron James has opted out of the final year of his contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers in order to become an unrestricted free agent.
This year's NBA free agency season offers plenty of talent beyond LeBron, from difference makers to glue guys, and here are the top 10.
NBA free agency is back, and the rumor mill is in overdrive. LeBron James has looked at schools in Los Angeles? He's not fond of Houston? He's hugging restaurant diners in Miami?
This year's group of NBA free agents includes an array of superstars, big men, glue guys and sharp-shooters. Here's a look at some of the best players to follow.
As the sports world waits to see where LeBron James intends to play next season and beyond, there remains a real possibility that he could choose to stay in Cleveland.
Rockets star James Harden was named the NBA's MVP after being runner-up twice, beating out LeBron James and Anthony Davis at the NBA Awards on Monday night.
Key Warriors are all signed or have committed for next season, but the team can still make a play in free agency, possibly even for LeBron.
The outstanding play of Steph Curry, who is averaging 31 points and shooting 50% from three, shouldn't be overshadowed by LeBron's efforts.
No matter whose team wins the NBA championship, neither LeBron James nor Steph Curry will be at the White House anytime soon.
For the first time in eight years, no women are featured on the Forbes list of the world's 100 highest-earning sports stars. Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather tops the list.
LeBron James knows for certain that this year's NBA champion, be it the Cavaliers or Warriors, will not visit the White House.
LeBron James will appear on the cover of "NBA 2K19" as the popular video game franchise celebrates its 20th anniversary. The game will be available to fans on September 7.
LeBron James will get a couple of days to catch his breath, then make his annual June journey to Golden State, or down to Houston, to face an NBA team that's far better than his Cavaliers.
In the NBA conference finals, finding a mismatch is often the best way to create an advantage on offense.
LeBron James bullied his way to 44 points to help the Cavaliers even the Eastern Conference finals at 2-2 on Monday night with a 111-102 victory over the Celtics.
James Harden, LeBron James and Anthony Davis are the finalists for the NBA's MVP award. The three finalists were announced on Wednesday. The winners will be announced on June 25.
The two biggest moves of the 2017 NBA offseason helped set the stage for this year's Eastern and Western Conference Finals match-ups.
Jaylen Brown scored 23 points and the Celtics withstood a 42-point night by LeBron James to beat the Cavaliers by a score of 107-94 on Tuesday and take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference finals.
NBA fans are ever-eager to replace LeBron as the league's best player, even as he carries his Cavaliers through the NBA Playoffs again.
Pushed to his physical limits by the Pacers, and barely helped by his Cleveland teammates until Game 7 on Sunday, LeBron James willed the Cavs into the next round.
The argument happens almost every year. Who is the NBA's MVP? Is it the player most valuable to his team? Is it the player most valuable to the game? Is it the best player?
The race for this year's MVP Award will be close, but with the level that the Houston Rockets have been playing at all season, it would be shocking if James Harden was not the recipient of the 2017-18 Maurice Podoloff Trophy.
James Harden is the prohibitive MVP favorite in the NBA this season, but LeBron James has another player in mind. "I would vote for me," he told The Associated Press.
The Pelicans power forward has averaged an amazing stat line since the NBA All-Star break, while putting his team in the playoff hunt.
The NBA's sprint to the finish begins Thursday with LeBron James riding high, but starting from the back of the pack in Cleveland. The Warriors are also in the unusual position of pursuers.
Temperatures this week will warm-up by midweek and our rain chances will return to the forecast.
A spokesperson said the suspect got out of the car and punched the officer.
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Minnesota scored three times early in the second period and got 27 saves from rookie Jesper Wallstedt to hand Dallas another home loss in a series opener.
A spokesperson said the suspect got out of the car and punched the officer.
Temperatures this week will warm-up by midweek and our rain chances will return to the forecast.
The Democrats running for Texas Attorney General are taking aim at two high-profile state laws approved by Republicans last year. Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and State Senator Nathan Johnson of Dallas are vying for their party nomination during the primary runoff on May 26th.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
Minnesota scored three times early in the second period and got 27 saves from rookie Jesper Wallstedt to hand Dallas another home loss in a series opener.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
State Senator and Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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