Kevin Garnett suggests LeBron James should return to Cavaliers this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Kevin Garnett has expressed that LeBron James, currently a free agent, should sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers. On his show, Garnett mentioned that if James is planning a farewell tour, returning to Cleveland, where his career began, would be fitting. He advised James to consider taking a pay cut for this potential final season. The Cavaliers would need to navigate salary cap issues to facilitate James' return, prompting considerations of possible roster moves as they evaluate their future plans. James has been with the Los Angeles Lakers since 2018 and will turn 42 by the end of the year.
- •Garnett believes James should sign with the Cavaliers this summer.
- •James is currently a free agent.
- •Cavaliers have salary cap considerations for a potential signing.
- •James turned 42 by the end of the year.
- •Garnett suggests a pay cut for James' return.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Garnett Names Eastern Conference Team LeBron James Should Sign With This Summer
"Kevin Garnett has one team in mind that LeBron James should sign with.
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