League: EuroLeague Sport: Basketball Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

LeBron James pursued by teams also interested in Mario Hezonja

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 5:47 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

LeBron James pursued by teams also interested in Mario Hezonja

Summary

The NBA continues to pursue LeBron James, with Commissioner Adam Silver urging the 41-year-old forward to make a free agency decision. Amidst the ongoing interest in James, multiple teams are reportedly showing interest in former top-5 pick Mario Hezonja, who is eyeing a comeback to the league after last playing in the 2019-20 season. Hezonja, who has played in the EuroLeague, recently won the Spanish Liga MVP award while averaging 17.5 points per game. This surge in interest could see Hezonja rejoin the NBA, potentially teaming up with James in the upcoming season.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Commissioner Adam Silver urges LeBron James to clarify free agency plans.
•Mario Hezonja aims for NBA return after successful EuroLeague stint.
•Hezonja won Spanish Liga MVP, averaging 17.5 points per game.
•Several teams interested in Hezonja also pursuing LeBron James.
•Hezonja last played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season.

Latest Updates

5:47 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Rumors: Teams ‘Pursuing LeBron James’ Also ‘Showing Interest’ in Former Top-5 Pick Eyeing Comeback

What they're saying

"
The NBA is chasing after LeBron James. Commissioner Adam Silver publicly pleaded with the 41-year-old basketball icon to reach a free agency decision, so the schedule makers can finalize plans for the upcoming season.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Los Angeles Lakers New York Knicks Portland Trail Blazers Utah Jazz EuroLeague Basketball