LeBron James considers joining Nuggets or Spurs this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 9:20 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
LeBron James announced he will leave the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons, making him a focal point of the upcoming free agency. Reports indicate that the Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs are potential destinations for the 41-year-old. The Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic, would need to navigate salary cap challenges to fit James into their roster. Conversely, the Spurs, after their first NBA Finals appearance, could easily offer him a contract, positioning him to mentor young star Victor Wembanyama while aiming for a title run.
- •LeBron James announced his departure from the Lakers.
- •Nuggets face salary cap issues but are interested in signing James.
- •Spurs could afford to sign James, enhancing their championship pursuit.
- •James potentially mentoring Spurs' Victor Wembanyama.
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James should consider joining two NBA teams, one is Nikola Jokic’s Denver Nuggets
"Even at 41 years old, LeBron James will be dictating the majority of attention from NBA fans during free agency. After all, LeBron James broke the internet after announcing that he will be exiting the Los Angeles Lakers following an eight-year stint with the team.
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