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LeBron James potentially moving to Warriors in sign-and-trade with Lakers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

LeBron James potentially moving to Warriors in sign-and-trade with Lakers

Summary

LeBron James is set to meet with the Golden State Warriors to discuss a potential sign-and-trade deal. This move could send the Lakers’ star forward to the Warriors in exchange for a 7-foot-2 All-Star center. While the deal may offer some benefits for Los Angeles, it could favor Golden State more significantly. Criticism surrounds the potential trade, particularly due to the injury history of the center involved. This trade idea highlights Los Angeles’ urgency to secure a strategy as free agency approaches.

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•LeBron James is an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
•A sign-and-trade with Golden State could involve the trading of Kristaps Porzingis.
•Porzingis has played only 32 games last season due to injuries.
•The Lakers need to secure a strategy before the free agency period.
•Discussion around this trade is ongoing as James meets with Warriors.

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