James Harden expresses desire for LeBron James to join Cavaliers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
At Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 18, 2026, James Harden voiced his hope for LeBron James to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, stating it would create a 'perfect storybook finish' to his career. Harden emphasized that while he and teammates, including Anthony Davis, are openly recruiting James, ultimately the decision rests with him. Davis hinted at discussions regarding other teams, including the Washington Wizards, while Donovan Mitchell reinforced the narrative of a possible return to Cleveland. Amid the recruitment efforts, LeBron acknowledged the speculation surrounding his free agency and the need for a team that shares his goals. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has urged James to finalize his decision soon, as it is impacting the league's schedule.
- •Harden hopes LeBron returns to Cleveland for his final season.
- •Anthony Davis confirmed he is publicly recruiting LeBron.
- •LeBron is considering multiple teams, including the Warriors and Heat.
- •Donovan Mitchell supports the idea of LeBron's return to Cleveland.
- •NBA Commissioner urges LeBron to make a decision soon.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — "Perfect Storybook Finish": James Harden Makes Feelings Clear on LeBron's Future Amid Anthony Davis' Pitch
"The players are now turning into GMs, making direct public pitches to the most-watched unrestricted free agent on the market. After Draymond Green, Stephen Curry, and Yaxel Lendeborg courted LeBron James for the Golden State Warriors, more NBA players have stepped up their game.
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