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Warriors pursue LeBron James and other free agents ahead of negotiations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:45 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Warriors pursue LeBron James and other free agents ahead of negotiations

Summary

NBA teams can start negotiating with free agents on Tuesday at 3 p.m. The Golden State Warriors are expected to offer LeBron James a deal valued at approximately $15 million. They are also reportedly interested in Collin Sexton and Anfernee Simons. Last season, James averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists for the Lakers, while Sexton and Simons are coming off productive seasons. If the Warriors don't secure James, they may focus on either guard.

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By the Numbers

•Warriors to negotiate with free agents starting Tuesday at 3 p.m.
•Golden State expected to offer LeBron James about $15 million.
•Interest in Collin Sexton and Anfernee Simons also reported.
•James averaged 20.9 points per game last season.
•Sexton and Simons had key roles last season with their teams.

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11:45 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors remain hot on LeBron James but could pursue mystery targets

What they're saying

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NBA teams can officially start negotiating with free agents beginning at 3 p.m. Tuesday. The Warriors are “expected to top out at” around $15 million for LeBron James and are...
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