Maverick Carter Bids $25,000 Monthly Child Support Goodbye—Why He Wants It Gone

In a recent court filing, Maverick Carter, the longtime business partner and childhood friend of NBA superstar LeBron James, asked a judge to reduce the $25,000 a month he currently pays in child support for his 18‑year‑old daughter with former partner Crystal Streets.

Carter’s request is part of an ongoing dispute over how support responsibilities should be handled as the daughter continues her education at a full‑time boarding school.

The filing claims Carter already covers all of the girl’s living expenses directly and argues that the court no longer has jurisdiction over custody since she turned 18 in July. He also contends that Crystal Streets spends little “meaningful” custodial time with their child because she is living at the boarding school.

Carter, represented by attorney Laura Wasser, said he is not seeking to avoid payment but wishes the monthly support order to be set to zero. The matter was heard by the court on September 15, after which the judge temporarily suspended Carter’s support obligations for three months while reviewing the case.

## Background & Context

Carter and Streets had been married for several years before their separation, during which they shared custody of a daughter who now attends a full‑time boarding school. , Carter is responsible for all direct expenses related to her education, housing, and daily needs.

He points out that the girl’s 18th birthday removed the court’s authority over custody decisions, which he argues should also eliminate the requirement for ongoing monthly support.

The dispute centers on the interpretation of existing child‑support orders and the extent of financial responsibilities each parent retains once a minor reaches adulthood.

The filing indicates Carter believes the mother’s involvement is minimal due to her daughter’s schooling arrangements and that the mother’s role is limited to emotional support and travel coordination, not day‑to‑day care.

## Current Status and Next Steps

Crystal Streets responded in court documents, asserting that Carter’s net worth exceeds $100 million and that she remains obligated to provide support until their daughter graduates. She also seeks an increase of the monthly amount to $35,000, .

Streets denies claims that she does not care for her child, stating she provides emotional support, coordinates travel, and meets the daughter’s needs while at school.

An alleged email dated December 28 2025, shown in the filings, contains Carter’s remark: “Dealing with you is the only thing bad about my life, and I’ll be soooo happy when it’s over.” The judge has not yet issued a ruling, and the case remains pending after a temporary suspension of Carter’s support payments for the next three months.

The outcome will determine whether the court maintains or modifies the current child‑support order amid the parties’ differing claims about custodial duties and financial obligations.