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LeBron James urged not to return to Cavaliers this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:31 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

LeBron James urged not to return to Cavaliers this summer

Summary

LeBron James is reportedly considering his options ahead of the upcoming NBA season, including a potential return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, sources advocate against this move, citing Donovan Mitchell's recent contract extension and the team's need for further development. James previously succeeded with the Cavaliers, winning a championship in 2016, but has left the team twice for Miami and Los Angeles. Analysts suggest that even though James remains a high-level player, he may not fit well with the current roster.

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By the Numbers

•James reportedly considering a return to the Cavaliers this summer
•Donovan Mitchell's contract extension influences team dynamics
•James previously won a championship with Cleveland in 2016
•Analysts question James' fit within current Cavaliers roster
•Sources emphasize need for James to avoid overshadowing Mitchell

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5:31 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James shouldn’t sign with the Cavaliers

What they're saying

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You can’t go home again. Or again and again. At this point, we don’t need to go through James’s history and résumé. We know he’s one of the best, if not the best, players to ever step foot on an…
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