Warriors monitor LeBron James situation as Lakers seek contract agreement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Warriors are preparing to pursue LeBron James if contract negotiations with the Lakers do not succeed. As talks between James and Los Angeles continue, Golden State aims to explore its options, including the use of a $15.1 million midlevel exception. The Lakers retain the upper hand financially, making them the favorites to keep James. Talks are expected to intensify before the June 30 deadline for free agency decisions.
- •Warriors are keeping an option open for LeBron James.
- •Lakers and James are currently exchanging contract proposals.
- •Golden State would need roster adjustments to pursue James.
- •Draymond Green's contract situation is a focal point for flexibility.
- •Lakers are considered the favorites to retain James ahead of free agency.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors keep LeBron James option open as Lakers hold the advantage
"The Warriors are quietly positioning themselves to swoop in on LeBron James. If Lakers contract talks fracture, a seismic shift in the Bay Area awaits.
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