LeBron James considers teaming up with former UCLA Bruins in 2026-27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 1:49 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers he will not return for the 2026-2027 season. CBS Sports ranks potential landing spots for James among teams with former Bruins. Options include the Sacramento Kings with Zach Lavine, Chicago Bulls with Norman Powell, and Minnesota Timberwolves with Jaylen Clark. The Philadelphia 76ers and Brooklyn Nets also have notable Bruins under contract, including Adem Bona and Tyler Bilodeau, respectively. James has not rushed his decision regarding his next team.
- •LeBron James will not return to the Lakers for 2026-2027.
- •CBS Sports ranks 29 potential teams for James' next move.
- •Potential teammates include Zach Lavine, Norman Powell, and Jaylen Clark.
- •The 76ers and Timberwolves are mentioned among competitive options.
- •James' decision timeline remains open-ended.
- 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the Bruins most likely to play with LeBron James next year
"Which former UCLA Bruins could end up as teammates with LeBron James? CBS Sports ranks all 29 options.
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