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LeBron James and Stephen Curry consider teaming up as free agency approaches

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:11 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

LeBron James and Stephen Curry consider teaming up as free agency approaches
Summary

As of June 19, 2026, LeBron James is set to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the month, with speculation rising about a potential partnership with Stephen Curry. The scenario echoes their intense rivalry in the 2016 NBA Finals, where James led the Cavaliers to a historic comeback against the Warriors. Over the years, both players have expressed mutual interest in teaming up, with previous Olympic success highlighting their chemistry on the court. The Los Angeles Lakers are viewed as favorites to retain James, but the Warriors are emerging as serious contenders for his signature if he opts to leave Los Angeles.

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Key Details
  • •LeBron James becomes an unrestricted free agent at the end of June.
  • •Stephen Curry and LeBron James faced each other in multiple Finals since 2016.
  • •Previous attempts to trade for James by the Warriors were unsuccessful.
  • •Both players expressed desire to play together following Olympic gold success.
  • •Lakers currently hold financial advantage to retain James.
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  • 1:11 PMCBS NBA — Could LeBron James and Stephen Curry team up? Why the pairing is possible, 10 years after 2016 Finals
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In 2016, LeBron and Steph battled in the most memorable Finals of the century; in 2026, they could become teammates

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