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LeBron James May Remain Genuinely Undecided On Free Agency Decision

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Updated Jul 24, 6:27 AM ET

LeBron James still had not announced a decision on his next team, 24 days after confirming he would not return to the Los Angeles Lakers fort he 2026-27 season. A source close to James offered a candid assessment of the situation. "Nobody knows right now except LeBron," the source told The Athletic. "And I'm not even sure LeBron knows." The prolonged wait has left the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers all in limbo as they wai...

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Will LeBron James stick it to the Celtics one last time?

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) ...

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How does LeBron change a potential Raptors and 76ers playoff series

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 22: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers controls the ball against LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Intuit Dome on January 22, 2026 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) | Getty Images LeBron James reportedly...

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9 players the Warriors could target after missing out on LeBron James

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WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 26: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the San Antonio Spurs handles the ball against Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards in the first half at Capital One Arena on April 26, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The LeBron James sweepstakes have con...

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LeBron James chooses 76ers over Cavs in free agency

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Updated Jul 25, 8:46 AM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 5: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers plays defense during the game against LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers on February 5, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty...

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The Next Trail Blazers Trade Offer Just Heated Up Intensely

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 14: Jrue Holiday #5 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 14, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Suns 114-110. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Imag...

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Nets Reacts: Swapping Nic Claxton for Julius Randle Was a Popular Trade Among Fans

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 15: Julius Randle #30 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on against the San Antonio Spurs in the second quarter in Game Six of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Target Center on May 15, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Imag...

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Report: No current plan for Bronny James to join Sixers

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Updated Jul 24, 5:04 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 18: Bronny James #9 and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers high five during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 18, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NB...

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Cavs aren't sweating LeBron James' decision

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So LeBron James isn’t coming back to Cleveland. Again. And you know what? The Cavaliers will be just fine. That’s not to suggest they didn’t want him. They absolutely did. LeBron was at the top of their wish list, and for obvious reasons. He’s the greatest player in franchise history, he remains remarkably productive at […] The post Cavs aren’t sweating LeBron James’ decision appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Lakers ‘more than happy’ to keep Bronny James, will take ‘something real’ to trade for him

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HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 26: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game Four on April 26, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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The Pindown: What’s next after Summer League?

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The guys bring you a new episode with newly crowned co-host Robbie Bettelon as he takes the reigns on his first official episode with Wes. They discuss the end of Summer League and give their final thoughts on Ebuka Okorie and Chaz Lanier. There aren’t many updates surrounding Jalen Duren’s contract saga, but they give their thoughts on why Pistons fans shouldn’t fear Duren taking the qualifying offer. They end the podcast with a game of Guess the Rotation as they predict the depth chart for ...

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Seth Lundy should get the last two-way contract spot for the Raptors

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Seth Lundy #13 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during a 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Yes, Cavs pursuing both LeBron James and Jonathan Kuminga

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Updated Jul 24, 6:05 PM ET

Yes, the Cavaliers remain focused on LeBron James. Yes, they continue to pursue Jonathan Kuminga, too. Those two things are not mutually exclusive. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports that while James remains at the top of the Cavs’ wish list, they’ve continued to keep tabs on Kuminga, the unrestricted free agent forward who finished last […] The post Yes, Cavs pursuing both LeBron James and Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Doomed pursuit of LeBron James finally ends for Golden State Warriors

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 07: LeBron James speaks with Stephen Curry following a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on February 07, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images) | Getty Images After LeBron Ja...

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How Anthony Edwards playfully jabbed LeBron James before he spurned the Wolves

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Updated Jul 24, 9:33 PM ET

If you’re thinking Anthony Edwards is crestfallen by LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers over the Minnesota Timberwolves, think again. As reported by The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski after news of James’ choice broke Friday, Edwards had a retort to the possibility of his team being spurned by James. During one of several conversations he had with James, Edwards playfully told him if he didn’t make a decision soon, he would tear off James’ head, according to league sources brie...

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What jersey will LeBron James wear with 76ers? King James' jersey timeline

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What number will LeBron James wear with the Philadelphia 76ers? His familiar No, 23 is available for him to wear for the final stint of his career.

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How the Bridges and Brooks extensions could shape the Suns’ future

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Updated Jul 24, 6:23 PM ET

Sep 24, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1), forward Dillon Brooks (3) and guard Jalen Green (4) look at a photo by team photographer Barry Gossage during Media Day at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images As we settle into the post-Summer League world and prepare for the next couple of months, it’s time to fill the hours (and the pixelated pages) with speculation, analysis, over/under win-total discussions, and predic...

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What would an Anthony Davis trade look like for the Sixers?

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Updated Jul 24, 11:45 AM ET

PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 4: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks smile after the game on February 4, 2025 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty...

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Bucks Reacts Survey Results: Majority of fans wouldn’t trade Ryan Rollins for Peyton Watson

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Updated Jul 25, 1:06 AM ET

Jan 11, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) as forward Zeke Nnaji (22) defends in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Peyton Watson remains an unsigned restricted free agent. The Milwaukee Bucks remain in need of a defensive stopper on the wing. And with news that the Bucks have been linked to Watson, exploring avenue...

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Power ranking all 30 NBA teams by championship odds following LeBron's decision

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USA Today have us in 4-way tie for 7th. Personally I think a 5-way for 6th is really more likely. Surprised to see Celtics so high on any of thsee post trade. submitted by /u/squeakyboy81 [link] [comments]

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LeBron James Exits GOAT Conversation After Controversial Sixers Move - Fadeaway World

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LeBron James is one of the all-time great players, but has officially exited the GOAT conversation regardless of how many rings he wins in Philadelphia.

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more trade ideas after the hawkins news

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i was so caught up at work that i forgot to include the link to my piece. no wonder the comments were toxic lol. my apologies, would appreciate any feedback i am really enjoying writing about this team submitted by /u/Active_Ear3890 [link] [comments]

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