LeBron James could reunite with Kevin Love on Lakers for next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
LeBron James is reportedly leaning towards re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers for his 24th NBA season. As he approaches unrestricted free agency, insiders suggest that he may also bring former Cavaliers teammate Kevin Love with him to Los Angeles. James and Love won an NBA championship together in 2016 while with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Love, who finished the 2025-26 season with the Utah Jazz, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
- •LeBron James nearing re-signing with the Lakers for 2026-27 season.
- •Kevin Love could join him after concluding his contract with the Jazz.
- •James and Love were teammates on the Cavaliers from 2014 to 2018.
- •The duo secured Cleveland's only championship in 2016.
- •Love averaged 6.7 points and 5.8 rebounds in the 2025-26 season.
- 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James could bring former Cavaliers teammate to Los Angeles: report
"Recent reports indicate that LeBron James is leaning toward a return to Los Angeles for his 24th NBA season.
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