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LeBron James and Maverick Carter met with agent Misko Raznatovic to discuss a potential new international basketball league, possibly launching in 2026, with a touring format across multiple countries and significant investment from global entities, aiming to rival NBA salaries and format similar to Formula 1 or LIV Golf.
The SpringHill Company, co-founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, and Fulwell 73, co-founded by Ben Winston and others, have merged to form a major player in unscripted, live, and branded entertainment. The deal, a year in the making, aims to leverage both companies' strengths in sports, live events, and branded content, with a $40 million investment from existing backers to fuel growth. The merger, expected to close in Q4, positions the new entity as a leader in the entertainment industry, focusing on sports and live programming.
LeBron James' entertainment company, SpringHill Co., is merging with British production company Fulwell 73, known for producing 'The Kardashians' and 'Carpool Karaoke.' The merger, led by SpringHill co-founder Maverick Carter and Fulwell 73 co-founder Ben Winston, aims to expand SpringHill's capabilities in unscripted productions and increase its scale for larger media deals. The combined company will be co-led by Carter and Fulwell's Leo Pearlman, with backing from investors like Fenway Sports Group and Nike, and an additional $40 million investment for growth.
Maverick Carter, the manager for LeBron James, admitted to federal agents in 2021 that he had placed bets on NBA games through an illegal bookmaker. Carter denied placing bets on the Lakers or for others. He stated that he placed approximately 20 bets on football and basketball games, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 each. The NBA prohibits betting on league games for players, team officials, and league officials, but business managers are not included in the rule. Carter was not charged and cooperated with the investigation into Wayne Nix, a former minor league baseball player who pleaded guilty to operating an illegal sports gambling business.