The writing was on the wall when LeBron James opted into his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. His time with the franchise is nearing an end.

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball as Spencer Dinwiddie #26 of the Dallas Mavericks defends during the fourth quarter at Americ

Betting odds can often stir up speculation. But it’s crucial to remember they’re not official franchise moves. Rather, they’re simply reflections of public sentiment. Such was the case recently with LeBron James.