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Rich Paul says LeBron James would join Knicks if they hadn't won title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 9:07 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Rich Paul says LeBron James would join Knicks if they hadn't won title

Summary

Rich Paul stated that if the New York Knicks had not won the title, LeBron James would be bound for New York. He emphasized the importance of the Knicks' current success, which has solidified their standing in the league. While Paul acknowledged Philadelphia's chances for James, he indicated that the Knicks present a compelling opportunity. The remarks come amid ongoing discussions about James' future and potential movement in the NBA.

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Key Details

•Rich Paul discusses LeBron James' potential decision.
•Paul suggests Knicks' title affects James' options.
•He highlights Philadelphia's chances in the situation.
•Discussion occurs during ongoing NBA offseason.

Latest Updates

9:34 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James would be going to Knicks ‘if they hadn’t won NBA Finals’
9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Rich Paul: If Knicks hadn't won the title, LeBron James would be going to the Knicks

What they're saying

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If the Knicks wouldn’t have won the 2026 NBA Finals, LeBron James would be headed to New York City. But the Knicks did win the title — emphatically, in a five-game gentleman’s sweep of Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. As a result, according to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, James’ 2026 free agency is more complicated than expected. “Everything looks great in July. Everything looks ...
— Yahoo Sports