The NBA's all-time leading scorer could be on the way to Northern California. A report indicates that the Golden State Warriors will actively pursue LeBron James in free agency.
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According to Lakers Daily, sources have said that Golden State Warriors players Stephen Curry and Draymond Green will heavily pursue James after the current season ends. This offseason will mark James's first time being an unrestricted free agent since 2018, so he will be able to sign with whatever team he chooses.
Although the veteran player could also choose to retire after a Hall of Fame-worthy career.
James and Curry have previously worn the same jersey, albeit in a foreign country. They represented Team USA during the Paris Olympic Games in 2024. They won the gold medal while working with head coach Steve Kerr.
The Ohio native has only suited up for three NBA teams during his career, which began in 2003 when he was the first overall pick. He spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Cleveland Cavaliers and then "he took his talents" to the Miami Heat in 2010.
James played in Southern Florida for four seasons (2010-2014) before heading back to the Cleveland Cavaliers for another four seasons (2014-2018). He then signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018, where he has remained ever since.
James, 41, has racked up statistics and accolades throughout his career. He won Rookie of the Year, he has been named an All-Star 21 times, MVP four times, NBA Finals MVP four times, and All-Defensive six times. He has won four titles — two with Miami, one with Cleveland, and one with Los Angeles.
The veteran player has not said whether his record-setting 23rd season will be his last in the NBA. Some reports indicate he will retire after the season. Others say he will suit up for another team, albeit somewhere else other than Los Angeles.
"When I know, you guys will know," James said in mid-February ahead of the All-Star Game. "I don't know. I have no idea. I just want to live. That's all."
