Spurs may pursue LeBron James in potential sign-and-trade with Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are reportedly considering a significant move to acquire LeBron James from the Los Angeles Lakers. NBA analyst Bill Simmons suggested that San Antonio could facilitate a sign-and-trade, allowing them to exchange their center Luke Kornet and Keldon Johnson for the four-time MVP. The Spurs are coming off an NBA Finals appearance and look to bolster their roster around Victor Wembanyama. Although the idea of acquiring James seems far-fetched at this stage, the Spurs are likely to explore opportunities to strengthen their team this offseason.
- •Spurs linked to LeBron James acquisition via sign-and-trade
- •Analyst Bill Simmons advocates for the move
- •Spurs look to support Victor Wembanyama after NBA Finals run
- •James likely to consider other teams, including the Warriors
- •Kornet and Johnson's contracts could facilitate trade negotiations
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs predicted to cut ties with NBA champion center, acquire $101 million Lakers superstar
"An NBA analyst thinks the San Antonio Spurs should aggressively pursue a 41-year-old Los Angeles Lakers stud forward.
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