LeBron James' Former Teammate Had Words for Sophie Cunningham originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The WNBA made a big announcement on Monday morning. As the league continues to grow in popularity and revenue, it is growing in size as well.

LeBron James declared one aim above all others when he returned to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014. "My goal is still to win as many titles as possible, no question," he explained in his now famous Sports Illustrated letter proclaiming his homecoming.

News broke on Sunday that LeBron James is opting into the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers (H/T Shams Charania of ESPN) at $52.6 million. While that was the expected outcome, several NBA executives and agents found it odd that he didn't appear to have his usual negotiating leverage.