LeBron James free agency rumors link Kyrie Irving to James Harden trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, dismissing rumors of a potential trade involving Kyrie Irving. Reports indicated that the Dallas Mavericks were not engaged in discussions with the Cleveland Cavaliers about a swap for James Harden. Sources confirmed that Irving preferred to stay in Dallas, and the Cavaliers did not plan to move Harden, instead focusing on retaining him. The speculation surrounding James' free agency decision failed to materialize into substantial negotiations involving Irving or Harden.
- •LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers after his free agency decision.
- •Rumors suggested a Kyrie Irving for James Harden trade but no discussions occurred.
- •Kyrie Irving expressed a desire to remain with the Mavericks.
- •The Cavaliers' focus is on extending James Harden's contract.
- •There are no ongoing trade talks involving Irving and Harden.
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James Free Agency: Did Mavs Almost Trade Kyrie for James Harden?
"Rumors of a blockbuster Irving-Harden swap swirled as LeBron James weighed his free agency options, but internal front-office realities and player loyalty swiftly derailed the hypothetical megadeal.
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