LeBron James hints at possible return to Cavaliers as free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will not return, as he weighs offers from other teams. ESPN analysts Dave McMenamin and Brian Windhorst suggest that the Cleveland Cavaliers might be a leading candidate for his next move. McMenamin noted that James is currently in Ohio, meeting with members of his inner circle. Windhorst highlighted that the Cavs could entice James by potentially acquiring Jaylen Brown, enhancing their roster. This speculation follows a fitness trainer’s prediction of James' return to Cleveland, a move that could mark his third stint with the franchise.
- •LeBron James will not return to the Lakers for the upcoming season.
- •ESPN insiders suggest the Cavaliers are a top contender for James.
- •James is currently in Ohio, discussing his future.
- •Cavs may pursue Jaylen Brown to attract James.
- •Speculation follows a fitness trainer's previous prediction of James' return.
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Read the tea leaves’: Multiple ESPN reporters suggest LeBron James could return to Cleveland again
"Northeast Ohio native LeBron James began his NBA career in Cleveland, won a title in Cleveland, and now it sounds like he could end his career in Cleveland. On Tuesday, James officially informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he would not be returning to the team and would be signing elsewhere as a free agent.…
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