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NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 19
Maverick Carter Pulls Out Of Bid To Create Rival NBA League
Maverick Carter has officially stepped away from “Project B.” According to ESPN, LeBron James’ longtime business partner confirmed that he has left the bid to create a new basketball league, which has now shifted its focus toward launching a women’s basketball competition designed to rival the WNBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 27
Nikola Jokic’s Agent Confirms Reason For Meeting With LeBron James & Maverick Carter
There have been rumors surrounding LeBron James and his future with the Los Angeles Lakers for much of this offseason as the franchise has clearly made superstar guard Luka Doncic its centerpiece.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 2
NBA Exec Says League Fears Maverick Carter And LeBron Could Launch NBA Rival With Saudi Backing
LeBron James has challenged the NBA before, but never like this. According to one high-ranking team executive, the league’s recent push to fast-track its European expansion may not just be about growing the game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 30
LeBron James, Maverick Carter’s Reason For St. Tropez Trip
Earlier this week, the basketball world was set on fire after Miško Ražnatović, the agent of Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, posted a picture of himself with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and his business partner Maverick Carter on a boat in St.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30
Details emerge on LeBron James' meeting with Nikola Jokic's agent
Contrary to recent rumors, LeBron James and Nikola Jokic might not actually be teaming up any time soon.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 30
LeBron James’ Meeting With Nikola Jokic’s Agent Was About Maverick Carters Basketball League
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been the subject of a lot of speculation this offseason, and that was again the case this week. Denver Nuggets
LeBron, Maverick Carter appear in Tyler, The Creator music video 
LeBron James made an appearance in rapper Tyler, The Creator's music video for "Stop Playing With Me," released on Monday.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 17
Are NBA owners fearing idea of potential rival league involving Maverick Carter?
Speculation about a new international professional basketball league backed by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund and Maverick Carter, business partner of LeBron James, has gained traction since first emerging in January, with former NBA columnist and current sports media personality Bill Simmons reversing his initial skepticism.
NBA News / CBSSports.com / January 17
Investors are reportedly trying to create a rival league to the NBA, but they're facing an uphill battle
LeBron James' business partner and longtime ally, Maverick Carter, is reportedly advising the group and its $5B venture
NFL News / Sports Media Watch / January 16
News: Tom Brady, Maverick Carter, PGA at Riviera and more
The following article "News: Tom Brady, Maverick Carter, PGA at Riviera and more" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. Tom Brady intends to stay with Fox next year and beyond, per his agent; a new international basketball series is in development; LA’s Genesis Invitational will be relocated; and more.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16
LeBron James' manager involved in effort to launch league that would rival NBA
With LeBron James’ career in the NBA (presumably) nearing an end, his manager may soon be trying to compete with the NBA.
NBA News / Viral Sports News / January 16
Investors Plan $5 Billion International Basketball League to Compete with NBA
A group of high-profile investors, advised by Maverick Carter, is working to raise $5 billion to launch a new international basketball league aimed at competing with the NBA, according to Bloomberg.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 16
Maverick Carter Advising Investors To Rival NBA By Forming An International Basketball League: Seeking $5 Billion
The NBA might face its first competition as the premier basketball league in the world since the ABA dissolved in the 1970s. Bloomberg is reporting that LeBron James' business partner and friend, Maverick Carter, is trying to raise $5 billion to create an international basketball league that rivals the NBA.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 13, 2024
LeBron James' incredible longevity praised by former two-time champion teammate
James will turn 40 in December.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 1, 2024
Maverick Carter Says LeBron James Wants To Own NBA Team, But ‘Grandpops Still Balling’
Longtime LeBron James friend and business partner Maverick Carter said that James does indeed want to own an NBA team someday. But that will have to wait.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 31, 2024
Maverick Carter: LeBron James is ‘Dead Set’ On Owning NBA Team
The NBA career of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has reached unprecedented territory as he gets set to enter his 22nd season in the league. James has broken almost every record possible, including becoming the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in 2023.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 18, 2024
LeBron James teaming up with JJ Redick for podcast
Last month, JJ Redick bemoaned that NBA fans didn’t want to be educated about the game. Now he and LeBron James are betting that there’s an audience for basketball-only talk.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5, 2023
Lakers’ LeBron James Issues Strong Statement On Maverick Carter Controversy
Maverick Carter, the manager for Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, told federal agents in 2021 that he had bet on NBA games through an illegal bookmaker, per The Washington Post.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 2, 2023
LeBron James Comments On Manager Maverick Carter’s Gambling History
Maverick Carter, the longtime manager and business partner of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, was recently revealed to have been betting on NBA games in the past.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 1, 2023
LeBron's Manager Admits to Betting Illegally
LeBron James' business manager, Maverick Carter, has spoken with federal agents regarding his involvement with illicit betting on NBA games, per ESPN.
Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / November 28, 2023
Former TNA owner Dixie Carter was backstage at WWE Raw
With the show taking place from her hometown of Nashville, former TNA owner Dixie Carter was backstage at WWE Raw last night. Carter, who was visiting at the show, posted pictures on social media with Bruce Prichard, Chelsea Green, Cody Rhodes, Nick Aldis, and WWE writer Drake Maverick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 13, 2022
LeBron James' show 'The Shop' will not air episode with Kanye West: 'Hate speech should never have an audience'
Per LeBron James' business partner Maverick Carter, Kanye West's episode was pulled after the rapper tried to use the show to "reiterate more hate speech and extremely dangerous stereotypes."
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 28, 2022
LeBron James, Kevin Love and Draymond Green bought a pickleball franchise
As part of an ownership group that includes King James' friend and business partner Maverick Carter, they've bought a franchise in Major League Pickleball.
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