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LeBron James decision looms as NBA free agency opens Tuesday evening

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 5:36 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

LeBron James decision looms as NBA free agency opens Tuesday evening

Summary

NBA free agency begins at 6 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, with LeBron James' future a focal point. James, entering his 24th season, has options including re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, returning to Miami or Cleveland, or potentially joining the Golden State Warriors. Warriors player Draymond Green has opted out of his contract to allow for more flexibility in roster moves, possibly to entice James to join. The offseason also sees significant trades and extensions already taking shape across the league.

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By the Numbers

•NBA free agency opens Tuesday evening, June 30, 2026.
•LeBron James is a primary focus of offseason moves.
•Draymond Green's decision opens possibilities for the Warriors.
•Portions of player trades and contracts already underway.
•Top teams like Miami and Golden State looking to enhance rosters.

Latest Updates

5:36 PMYahoo Sports — Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again

What they're saying

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NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision. NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision. James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be the biggest domino to fall — at least in free agency — this summer as well.
— Yahoo Sportsby TIM REYNOLDS

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