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Steph Curry weighed in on LeBron James’ choice to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers over the Warriors, saying free agency is fluid and Golden State faces an aging roster; while the team explored options like Anthony Davis or DeMar DeRozan, a mid‑season upgrade may be the path forward as they reassess their competitiveness.
Stephen Curry publicly commented for the first time since LeBron James opted for Philadelphia, underscoring the unpredictability of free agency and the Warriors’ precarious future as they juggle aging stars and injuries (Jimmy Butler’s ACL recovery, Moses Moody’s knee injury) while Curry contends with an expiring $62.6 million contract and a push to keep Golden State competitive next season.
Steph Curry, after LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers, describes a season built around realism: no blockbuster upgrades on the way, an aging core and injuries loom, and he’ll likely have to shoulder the offense while Golden State navigates limited moves until reinforcements arrive.
LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year minimum, ending a long free-agent chase that left the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves to rebuild without an immediate LeBron upgrade. The Warriors’ championship window feels closed and they’ll likely pursue a cautious, depth-focused retool; Cleveland faces a thinner rotation and uncertain direction after chasing LeBron; Miami plans a slow, flexible build while eyeing selective veterans to boost shooting and playmaking; Minnesota will fill its final roster spot with a forward-by-committee approach and consider midseason moves. In short, no obvious savior is coming for these four teams, while Philadelphia’s arrival of LeBron reshapes the Eastern landscape.
LeBron James isn’t waiting for other teams to maneuver in NBA free agency; his camp says he’ll choose his next team on his own terms, prioritizing happiness and a real championship-contending setup. Teams like Cleveland, Miami, Golden State, Philadelphia and Minnesota remain in consideration, but the decision isn’t contingent on any single domino, such as an Anthony Davis trade, according to Shams Charania.
LeBron James’s decision on where to sign during free agency is taking a long time, with reports that suitors might try to sway him by acquiring Kyrie Irving or Anthony Davis; the Warriors remain in the mix, and adding Davis could make Golden State more attractive to James.
ESPN's Shams Charania reports LeBron James remains favoring teams like Cleveland, Miami and Philadelphia over the Warriors, with many execs believing the Cavaliers are the frontrunner in pursuing him; a decision isn't imminent and the narrative continues to evolve.
On NBC Sports Bay Area's Dubs Talk, Draymond Green floated that he’d switch from No. 23 to No. 5 if LeBron James joins the Warriors, a playful take tied to LeBron’s jersey history; the article notes Kevon Looney was the last Warrior to wear No. 5 (2017–25) and recalls other players who wore the number, framing the scenario as speculative intrigue around a possible LeBron–Warriors pairing.
Steve Kerr jokingly told a fan 'We got him' when asked about LeBron James, as the basketball world weighs LeBron's next destination with Cavs, Heat, 76ers, Timberwolves and Warriors in the mix; Curry has also signaled a possible push to team up, making a LeBron–Curry pairing a potential late-career title bid for the old guard.
An ESPN PTI podcast headline suggesting LeBron James would join the Warriors circulated widely, but the episode itself didn’t discuss the move and the provocative title was later changed to unrelated World Cup coverage, prompting questions about whether it was a placeholder or leak. Analysts note there’s no official news yet, despite buzz from Kerr’s offhand comment and Fanatics Fest chatter.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr sparked fan hype by telling a fan 'we got him' about LeBron James, fueling rumors of a LeBron signing with Golden State. There’s no official confirmation, and Kerr may have been trolling or teasing the situation.
Stephen Curry said on Good Morning America he would pitch LeBron James to sign with the Warriors, arguing the Bay Area is where he could finish his career the right way; Draymond Green confirmed he also pitched James during a golf trip, while ESPN's Shams Charania said the Warriors are among five teams still in the mix after James left the Lakers, with the Cavaliers, Heat and 76ers also in contention. The Warriors may need other offseason moves—like re-signing Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņģis and hiring Frank Vogel—to stay appealing to James.
NBA executives in Las Vegas expect LeBron James to decide between joining the Warriors or Cavaliers for his 24th NBA season, with some predicting a Cavaliers return and others pointing to Golden State’s fit and proximity to his Los Angeles family; Bronny’s status could also factor into the plan as teams weigh potential acquisition.
Yaxel Lendeborg again led Golden State in summer league, posting 14 points on 4-of-8 three-pointers with 2 rebounds and 4 assists in under 25 minutes as the Warriors beat the Thunder 104-79. His 13-of-21 shooting from long range over four games has GS weighing whether to keep him on the floor for the remainder of the summer league or shut him down to protect him for training camp, while balancing conditioning and defensive gaps against his versatile offense and potential for MVP/All-Summer League honors if the team clinches the title.
Yaxel Lendeborg led Golden State with a game-high 14 points in a 104-79 Summer League win over Oklahoma City, adding two rebounds, four assists and three steals while shooting 5-for-14 overall and 4-for-8 from three. He outplayed former Michigan teammate Aday Mara, including a notable jump-ball win, and showcased his scoring flair, though his defense remains a work in progress. The Warriors moved to 4-1 in Las Vegas as they prep for their next game against Memphis.