Cavaliers seek LeBron James' return using Jarrett Allen in sign-and-trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers are exploring a potential sign-and-trade deal to reacquire LeBron James as free agency approaches on June 30. The deal hinges on Jarrett Allen, who has a significant contract valued at $28 million. If the Cavs successfully negotiate with the Los Angeles Lakers to trade Allen, they could offer James a contract exceeding $20 million per season. This strategy aims to prevent James signing with the Golden State Warriors. The negotiations would need to occur quickly, as the free agency window opens soon.

• 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Cavs can only swoop in to sign LeBron James before the Warriors by using Jarrett Allen