LeBron James could become the richest player in NBA history if he opts out of his Cleveland contract

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• There are four realistic teams LeBron James could sign for should he opt out of his Cleveland Cavaliers contract.
• Forbes says Houston Rockets is the likeliest destination.
• However, if he re-signs with the Cavs, he would become the best-paid player in the history of NBA.

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There are reportedly four clubs LeBron James could turn to should he exercise his right to opt out of his current Cleveland Cavaliers contract — but only one of them would make him the richest man in the history of NBA.See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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