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Kevin Garnett encourages LeBron James to rejoin Cavaliers for farewell

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:57 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Kevin Garnett encourages LeBron James to rejoin Cavaliers for farewell
Summary

Kevin Garnett believes LeBron James should return to the Cleveland Cavaliers for the 2026-27 season. James, currently a free agent, faces crucial decisions regarding his future. While a return to the Lakers seems probable, Garnett suggests that finishing his career in Cleveland would bring closure to a storied journey. Although LeBron previously expressed disinterest in returning to Cleveland, the Cavaliers may benefit from adding a player of his caliber. Garnett highlighted the narrative of a farewell tour in his comments on Ticket & The Truth with Paul Pierce.

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  • •LeBron James is a free agent for the 2026-27 season.
  • •Kevin Garnett advocates for LeBron to join Cleveland.
  • •James has rejected the idea of returning to Cleveland before.
  • •Cavaliers need a small forward, possibly a fit for James.
  • •Garnett sees value in a farewell tour for LeBron.
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  • 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Garnett urges LeBron James to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers for one last run
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LeBron James is still undecided about his future, but Kevin Garnett thinks a return to Cleveland would be the best path.

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Cleveland CavaliersLos Angeles LakersNew York KnicksNBABasketball

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