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LeBron James free agency roundup: Teams are still in the dark about James’s plans

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July 7, 2026

Donovan Mitchell reportedly wants to play with James.

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Associated Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again

NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision. NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision. James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be the biggest domino to fall — at least in free agency — this summer as well.

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 2, 2026

NBA free agency: The most notable July 4 transactions in league history as teams wait on LeBron James

One very significant historical NBA signing was announced July 4.

RealGM Basketball Wiretap

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· Jul 8, 2026

Several Teams Believe They Have Shot To Sign LeBron James Despite Cleveland 'Vibes'

LeBron James continues to be courted as a free agent, with no definitive timeline for when he'll make a decision. The vibes are now reportedly pointing towards James coming full circle and returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rival teams have taken notice of James spending the summer in Akron, Ohio, as well as his recent reunion with 2016 Cavs teammates. Despite that, the Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers all believe they have a shot at landing James for next season. The Nuggets, Warriors, Wolves and Sixers all believe they have made a compelling pitch to the NBA's all-time leading scorer for him to sign on for 2026-27.

Lakers Nation

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· Jul 6, 2026

Why LeBron James Never Met With Lakers In Free Agency

One of the biggest stories of this offseason surrounds former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, who prior to the start of free agency informed the franchise that he would not be returning to the team for his 24th NBA season. The Lakers and James had always maintained good communication throughout the eight years he []

SB Nation

· Jul 10, 2026

NBA insider also hearing rumors about LeBron James signing in cities besides Cleveland

There’s a lot of noise — some informed, some not — that LeBron James is signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers in free agency. However, nothing is set in stone or guaranteed until James or his team announces where he plans on playing next season. And rumors are flying in every direction. To prove that point, []

The Guardian

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· Jul 8, 2026

NBA free agency winners and losers: Sixers cash in while Celtics pay price

From Philly’s blockbuster coup to LeBron James once again dominating the market, here are the early winners and losers from a frantic first week of NBA free agency

Awful Announcing

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· Jun 26, 2026

Mike Breen, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson should stabilize ESPN’s NBA booth

After years of instability, ESPN’s lead NBA booth should feature Mike Breen, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson for the foreseeable future. For 15 years, NBA fans grew accustomed to hearing Breen call the biggest games alongside Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson. But since letting Van Gundy and Jackson go in a cost-cutting move during

SNY

· Jun 29, 2026

Knicks 2026 free agency and trade buzz: Mutual interest between Kevon Looney and NY

Here is the latest Knicks free agency and trade buzz as the NBA offseason progresses.

USA TODAY Sports

· Jul 2, 2026

Are 76ers now title contenders? Early odds to win 2027 NBA championship

The NBA is just two days into the 2026 free agency period and there’s already been plenty of movement. Here's the latest team rankings by odds.

Variety

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· Jun 30, 2026

What LeBron James Leaving the Lakers Means for the NBA

LeBron James is taking his talents elsewhere. The basketball living legend and four-time NBA champion informed the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday — the first day of free agency — that he’s planning on playing for another team next season, James’s representative, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, told ESPN. “James chose to inform the Lakers []

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 1, 2026

LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season

After eight years at the LA Lakers, James's next destination will be decided in NBA's imminent free agency period.

NBC Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

NBA Free Agency Rumors, News: Latest on LeBron James, Russell Westbrook to Miami?

There have been a few signings as well.

CBS Sports

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· Jul 3, 2026

Rich Paul breaks down LeBron James' free agency: What The King's agent said about 10 teams in the hunt

James' longtime friend and agent detailed the pros and cons of each team pursuing the NBA's all-time leading scorer

Knewz

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· Jul 1, 2026

After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways

LeBron James, the cornerstone of the Los Angeles Lakers, has decided to part ways with the team after spending eight years with the franchise, surpassing the seven seasons he spent with the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first stint of his NBA career. The four-time NBA champion’s decision came just ahead of free agency and before...

Off The Press

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· Jun 30, 2026

LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market

LeBron James will be moving on from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, according to multiple reports. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report that James told the Lakers that he would be leaving the team and entering free agency. Other NBA insiders echoed that news. CNN has reached out to James’ representation for comment. []...Click to read more

Interaksyon

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· Jul 1, 2026

LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’

NBA free agency opens later on Tuesday with James’ next team now the main focus James spent eight seasons with the Lakers and led them to the 2020 NBA title James and son Bronny became the first father-son duo in an NBA regular-season game LeBron James thanked the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday for allowing [] The post LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

Inc.com

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· Jun 22, 2026

A New Generation of NBA Athletes Is Thinking Beyond the Game

The real flex? Owning the business, not just endorsing it.

Yardbarker

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· Jul 6, 2026

Five NBA observations following the first wave of free agency

LeBron James is a free agent, Jaylen Brown is a Sixer, Kawhi Leonard is a Raptor (again) and the Lakers just bet the farm on Walker Kessler. Here are five observations after the first wave of free agency didn't disappoint.

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Related coverage for "LeBron James free agency roundup: Teams are still in the dark about James’s plans": Associated Press — Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again. Yahoo Sports — NBA free agency: The most notable July 4 transactions in league history as teams wait on LeBron James. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — Several Teams Believe They Have Shot To Sign LeBron James Despite Cleveland 'Vibes'. Lakers Nation — Why LeBron James Never Met With Lakers In Free Agency. SB Nation — NBA insider also hearing rumors about LeBron James signing in cities besides Cleveland. The Guardian — NBA free agency winners and losers: Sixers cash in while Celtics pay price. Awful Announcing — Mike Breen, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson should stabilize ESPN’s NBA booth. SNY — Knicks 2026 free agency and trade buzz: Mutual interest between Kevon Looney and NY. USA TODAY Sports — Are 76ers now title contenders? Early odds to win 2027 NBA championship. Variety — What LeBron James Leaving the Lakers Means for the NBA. Al Jazeera — LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season. NBC Sports — NBA Free Agency Rumors, News: Latest on LeBron James, Russell Westbrook to Miami?. CBS Sports — Rich Paul breaks down LeBron James' free agency: What The King's agent said about 10 teams in the hunt . Knewz — After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways. Off The Press — LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market. Interaksyon — LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’. Inc.com — A New Generation of NBA Athletes Is Thinking Beyond the Game. Yardbarker — Five NBA observations following the first wave of free agency