LeBron James draws interest from three teams if he leaves Lakers
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LeBron James is back in Cleveland tonight, and his visit is fueling fresh speculation about where he might play next season should he part ways with the Los Angeles Lakers. League sources who spoke with Hoops Wire pointed to three franchises that could make a credible run at the 41-year-old forward if he elects to continue his career elsewhere.
Golden State Warriors
Front-office executives believe Golden State offers the most immediate basketball fit. Stephen Curry still warps defenses, but the Warriors lack a secondary playmaker who can steady the offense when Curry is trapped or chased off the ball. James could step in as the late-clock creator, downhill scorer and primary floor organizer, instantly addressing that void.
Cleveland Cavaliers
A third stint in Cleveland remains a realistic possibility, according to multiple executives. The Cavaliers have a core of Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen but still need a dependable two-way wing to close games. James would supply that element while setting the overall tone for a group aiming to maximize a current playoff window.
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio’s appeal is centered on pairing James with rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs lack an experienced late-game organizer, and officials see James as an ideal pick-and-roll partner and cultural guide for the 20-year-old center. The move would place an established star alongside the league’s most hyped young talent.
For now, the four-time NBA champion remains focused on the Lakers, who delivered a title in 2020. Yet his return to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse serves as a reminder that the league is already preparing for what could be another high-profile decision this summer.
Source: Hoops Wire
