LeBron James Cuts 2026-27 Choice to 2 Teams, Warriors and Cavaliers
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jul 2
LeBron James Cuts 2026-27 Choice to 2 Teams, Warriors and Cavaliers
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jul 2
Summary
LeBron James has narrowed his 2026-27 free-agency decision to Golden State and Cleveland after telling the Lakers he will not return.
A Warriors insider described the race as 50/50, saying no other team currently makes as much sense after San Antonio speculation was dismissed Wednesday.
Golden State’s case centers on James’ familiarity with Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and coach Steve Kerr, plus their shared Olympic gold run in Paris.
Cleveland offers the storybook option: James began his career there, returned for a second stint, and is now seeking a final stop before retirement.