Kevin Durant discusses LeBron James' free agency preferences
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Kevin Durant commented on LeBron James' ongoing free agency situation on July 15, suggesting that Cleveland is his likely destination, with Philadelphia also a strong contender. James is reportedly prioritizing both a chance at a farewell title and a return to his roots as he enters his 24th NBA season. With half of the originally rumored suitors now out of the running, James is expected to make a decision soon that could significantly impact the league.
- •Durant mentioned Cleveland as a strong option for James.
- •James is likely to make a decision soon regarding his future.
- •James' free agency involves several teams, but many are now eliminated.
- •Philadelphia believes it offers the best chance for James to win another title.
- •Rich Paul stated James seeks complete basketball happiness at this stage.
- 4:19 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant weighs in on where LeBron James should go next amid 2026 NBA free agency
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant weighs in on LeBron James sweepstakes
"Kevin Durant and LeBron James have shared the NBA stage for the last 20 years, and now Durant is sharing where he wants to see the 41-year-old legend go next. Durant and LeBron have had a somewhat fierce rivalry over their careers, spanning three NBA Finals matchups from 2011 to 2018.
"Kevin Durant weighed in on LeBron James' free agency. Everyone wants to know where LeBron James will sign this offseason. Kevin Durant weighed in on the highly touted free-agent sweepstakes...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 4:19 AMKevin Durant weighs in on where LeBron James should go next amid 2026 NBA free agency
Kevin Durant and LeBron James have shared the NBA stage for the last 20 years, and now Durant is sharing where he wants to see the 41-year-old legend go next. Durant and LeBron have had a somewhat fierce rivalry over their careers, spanning three NBA Finals matchups from 2011 to 2018.
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 3:22 AMKevin Durant weighs in on LeBron James sweepstakes
Kevin Durant weighed in on LeBron James' free agency. Everyone wants to know where LeBron James will sign this offseason. Kevin Durant weighed in on the highly touted free-agent sweepstakes...
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