He had wanted Richie Paul to negotiate with the Cavaliers management to trade him to the Heat Team. However, Richie Paul had already discussed a renewal with Danny Ferri.
"From Danny's attitude, we only have one option," which is to renew with them, and they have the right of first refusal. If we forcefully request a trade, we will end up in an even less favorable situation. No matter how we look at it, at least until the end of the next contract, we have no way to leave the Cavaliers..."
There was no choice, LeBron could only consider his exit strategy four years later:
Teaming up with Wade!
That was also the reason he specifically flew to Miami to find Wade.
Wade's mind was simple: easy to influence. As soon as LeBron finished speaking, Wade nodded slightly, with a sparkle in his eye; it was clear, he was persuaded.
"Okay!"
He nodded in agreement.
