LeBron James considered joining Warriors but chose 76ers instead
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:54 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
LeBron James turned down the Golden State Warriors and opted to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. His agent, Rich Paul, indicated on a podcast that James seriously considered the Warriors, wanting to play alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. However, the Warriors failed to present a compelling roster or trade for key players like Anthony Davis, which influenced James's decision. The dynamic between James and the Warriors was complex, shaped by previous emotional ties to Miami and Cleveland. Futures for the Warriors' leadership may be on shaky ground if forthcoming seasons do not yield success.
- •LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers over the Golden State Warriors.
- •Rich Paul mentioned LeBron's interest in playing with Curry and Green.
- •The Warriors lacked a compelling roster and failed to trade for stars.
- •Future job security for General Manager Mike Dunleavy is uncertain.
- •LeBron's decision influenced by emotional ties to Miami and Cleveland.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Could Draymond Green Follow LeBron James To The Philadelphia 76ers?
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Steph Curry’s immediate reaction to LeBron James turning Warriors down for 76ers emerges
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James Wanted To Play With Stephen Curry & Draymond Green
"Fans of the Golden State Warriors are trying to find optimism after LeBron James turned them down to join the Philadelphia 76ers instead. LeBron’s agent Rich Paul released a podcast episode today with Max Kellerman going more in depth about the decision. Golden State was more seriously considered than most realized. Paul revealed that James […] The post LeBron James Wanted To Play With Stephen Curry & Draymond Green appeared first on HEAVY.
"Draymond Green is currently a free agent after he opted out of his player option worth more than $28 million with the Golden State Warriors. The belief was that he would always end up with the Warriors no matter what, and he only opted out to try and lure LeBron James to the Bay Area. […] The post Could Draymond Green Follow LeBron James To The Philadelphia 76ers? appeared first on Stadium Rant.
"LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers was communicated to Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry during a charity golf game. LeBron announced he will join the 76ers on Friday, with four other teams left holding the bag and forced to pivot to alternative options.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 11:15 PMCould Draymond Green Follow LeBron James To The Philadelphia 76ers?
Draymond Green is currently a free agent after he opted out of his player option worth more than $28 million with the Golden State Warriors. The belief was that he would always end up with the Warriors no matter what, and he only opted out to try and lure LeBron James to the Bay Area. […] The post Could Draymond Green Follow LeBron James To The Philadelphia 76ers? appeared first on Stadium Rant.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 11:01 AMSteph Curry’s immediate reaction to LeBron James turning Warriors down for 76ers emerges
LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers was communicated to Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry during a charity golf game. LeBron announced he will join the 76ers on Friday, with four other teams left holding the bag and forced to pivot to alternative options.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 4:54 AMLeBron James Wanted To Play With Stephen Curry & Draymond Green
Fans of the Golden State Warriors are trying to find optimism after LeBron James turned them down to join the Philadelphia 76ers instead. LeBron’s agent Rich Paul released a podcast episode today with Max Kellerman going more in depth about the decision. Golden State was more seriously considered than most realized. Paul revealed that James […] The post LeBron James Wanted To Play With Stephen Curry & Draymond Green appeared first on HEAVY.
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