Golden State Warriors eye LeBron James for free agency move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:20 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
LeBron James has announced his intention to continue his NBA career outside the LA Lakers starting in the 2026-27 season, leading to speculation about a potential move to the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors can only offer James a maximum of $15 million through the non-tax mid-level exception due to salary cap constraints. With Stephen Curry and Draymond Green already on the roster, the Warriors are exploring ways to create additional cap space by possibly trading Moses Moody. This situation presents challenges as the Warriors aim to re-sign Green and fill remaining roster spots responsibly.
- •LeBron James plans to leave the LA Lakers for the 2026-27 season.
- •The Warriors can only offer $15 million to James.
- •Moses Moody's contract could be traded to clear cap space.
- •Draymond Green's future with the team is uncertain due to salary considerations.
- •The Warriors have re-signed Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis recently.
- 5:20 AMYahoo Sports — How much money Golden State Warriors can offer LeBron James in free agency
"The Golden State Warriors are being touted as the go-to destination for LeBron James after leaving the LA Lakers. LeBron James has confirmed that he’ll continue his NBA career elsewhere from the start of the 2026-27 NBA season.
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