LeBron James single-handedly shifted the tenor of NBA free agency.
On Tuesday, representatives for the 41-year-old told the Lakers he will be departing the organization after eight seasons and forgo retirement for at least one more year.
James’ announcement came a day after the Lakers guaranteed the final year of his son Bronny’s rookie contract and amid reports that the Warriors are trying to form an aging superteam around James, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Anthony Davis.
According to ESPN, the 6-foot-9 forward is prioritizing happiness over money and is willing to sign for less than a max contract in exchange for the right basketball fit. Meanwhile, the Wizards are reportedly not trading Davis, which could throw a wrench into the Warriors’ grand plans.
With another LeBron James free agency underway, here are the teams that make the most sense for the 4-time MVP and what they can offer him on the court and in his pocket.
