Steve Kerr hints at LeBron James joining Golden State Warriors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:13 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
During a casual encounter with fans, Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr stated, "Oh, we got him," referring to LeBron James. This comment has stirred speculation about James potentially signing with the Warriors as a free agent. Although Kerr may have been joking, the uncertainty surrounding James' free agency situation has led to increased chatter among Warriors fans. Currently unsigned, James has options available including possible returns to Cleveland or Miami. The offseason search for James remains a focal point in NBA discussions.
- •Steve Kerr interacted with fans about LeBron James possibly joining the Warriors.
- •Kerr's comment sparked hype but may have been a joke.
- •James remains unsigned, with rumors about a return to Cleveland or Miami.
- •Fans are closely watching the ongoing free agency developments.
- •The situation highlights the uncertainty surrounding star player movements this summer.
- 3:56 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Kerr confirms LeBron James will join the Golden State Warriors while speaking to fan
- 1:13 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Kerr tells fans the Golden State Warriors got LeBron James
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Did Steve Kerr reveal the Warriors got LeBron James... or is he trolling?
"Steve Kerr has given Golden State Warriors fans around the world hope after his comments on LeBron James’ ongoing free agency. The Warriors are among the finalists that James is said to be considering for his next stop in the NBA for a historic 24th season in the league.
"One of the hottest stories this summer in the NBA world is just where Lebron James is going to wind up signing at the conclusion of his offseason search. With several fans speculating that a return to Cleveland or Miami…
"Wait... hold on... he's just kidding... right?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 3:56 AMSteve Kerr confirms LeBron James will join the Golden State Warriors while speaking to fan
Steve Kerr has given Golden State Warriors fans around the world hope after his comments on LeBron James’ ongoing free agency. The Warriors are among the finalists that James is said to be considering for his next stop in the NBA for a historic 24th season in the league.
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 1:13 AMSteve Kerr tells fans the Golden State Warriors got LeBron James
One of the hottest stories this summer in the NBA world is just where Lebron James is going to wind up signing at the conclusion of his offseason search. With several fans speculating that a return to Cleveland or Miami…
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 1:12 AMDid Steve Kerr reveal the Warriors got LeBron James... or is he trolling?
Wait... hold on... he's just kidding... right?
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