Celtics and Clippers pursued LeBron James for lucrative contract offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 1:25 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Both the Boston Celtics and LA Clippers sought to secure LeBron James ahead of the new NBA season. The Celtics, known rivals of James, expressed interest in his services. Meanwhile, the Clippers proposed a one-season contract valued at over $20 million, intended to keep him in California. This development follows ongoing discussions around James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers.
- •Celtics showed interest in LeBron James.
- •Clippers proposed a one-season contract worth over $20 million.
- •James has been a longtime competitor of the Celtics.
- •Clippers aimed to keep James near his Brentwood, California home.
- •Discussions occur alongside James' uncertain future with the Lakers.
- 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics and Clippers pursued LeBron James too
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