LeBron James's free agency delays NBA offseason activities
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:28 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
LeBron James remains unsigned after departing from the Lakers, marking 23 days of free agency. His decision is critical for the NBA, as commissioner Adam Silver indicated that the league cannot finalize its schedule without knowing James's destination. The uncertainty has also affected other free agents, particularly those represented by James's agent, Rich Paul, including James Harden and Draymond Green. Harden, who opted out of a lucrative contract, is expected to sign with the Cavaliers but awaits James's decision. Meanwhile, Green is keeping options open with the Warriors, who could offer James a contract if he agrees to a lower salary.
- •LeBron James has not signed after leaving the Lakers 23 days ago.
- •NBA schedule remains undecided due to James's ongoing free agency.
- •James Harden and Draymond Green's next deals hinge on James's choice.
- •Rich Paul, James's agent, represents several key unsigned free agents.
- •James's free agency is longer than his previous three combined.
- 6:28 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron’s Free Agency Continues to Stall NBA Offseason
"James’s ongoing free agency has lasted longer than his previous three combined.
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