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LeBron James Enters NBA Free Agency for First Time in Eight Years
LeBron James, 42, has entered free agency for the first time in eight years and the fourth time in his career. He directed agent Rich Paul to collect offers from all interested teams before deciding.
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LeBron James entered NBA free agency for the first time in eight years on June 30, 2026. The 42-year-old forward averaged 23 points per game in the playoffs the prior season at age 41. James instructed agent Rich Paul to contact every team interested in signing him and report the options before making a decision, according to a person familiar with his thinking who spoke to ESPN.
Dave McMenamin reported the details on X that day. Yardbarker.com reported that multiple teams are expected to pursue James, though he has historically been deliberate in evaluating moves. The current process marks only the fourth time he has tested free agency in his career.
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