LeBron James Linked to Warriors in 2026

LeBron James is headed for free agency after the season, and Sam Amick said a return to Cleveland or move to Golden State could require a major pay cut, maybe even the minimum. LeBron is averaging 21 points, 6.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists, and 1.2 steals for the Lakers while shooting 51.7 percent from the field. The Lakers also have Austin Reaves' player option to sort out. Jovan Buha reports Reaves wants a four- to five-year deal. Denver wants to keep restricted free agent Peyton Watson, per Michael Scotto, but could move Cam Johnson to help manage deals for Watson, Nikola Jokic, and Jamal Murray.