LeBron James remains unsigned as NBA free agency gains momentum
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
NBA free agency is active with many teams pursuing LeBron James, who is yet to sign with a new franchise. Historical July 4 transactions in the NBA include significant signings and announcements in years past. Notable events include Steve Nash's 2012 trade to the Lakers and Kevin Durant's 2016 move to the Warriors. The July 4 holiday often sees a shift in NBA narratives, and James may continue this trend as speculation mounts about his next step. Teams are preparing for possible announcements surrounding the holiday.
- •LeBron James remains available as teams seek to sign him
- •Significant July 4 transactions have occurred in past years
- •Steve Nash was traded to the Lakers on July 4, 2012
- •Kevin Durant announced his signing with the Warriors on July 4, 2016
- •The NBA could shift based on James' next move
- 5:54 PMYahoo Sports — NBA free agency: The most notable July 4 transactions in league history as teams wait on LeBron James
"One very significant historical NBA signing was announced July 4.
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