LeBron James’ next stop may not be as settled as it first looked.
After word surfaced that he had told the Lakers he would not be wearing purple and gold next season, the early buzz pushed him toward a move across the Bay to team up with Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Anthony Davis. But that picture has started to blur after reports said the Wizards had no interest in taking trade calls for their star big man.
Now, the latest chatter points back to Miami.
According to multiple reports, LeBron is open to a reunion with the Heat, the team where he won the first two of his four NBA championships. The idea picked up more steam after Miami acquired Giannis, making a South Beach return look even more appealing.
NBA insider Jake Fischer said, “[LeBron’s] been connected to Miami, a potential homecoming there once Giannis was traded to South Beach. There’s plenty talk around the league that they could see that reunion.”
Longtime Miami native Dan Le Batard added Wednesday: “The LeBron thing to Miami is real … They’ve got a plan around Giannis that’s about this year.”
That has set off a wave of reaction from fans and media as LeBron weighs what comes next.
“It’s over in the east if Bron gets to Miami,” a user said.
“he can’t wear 6 or 23 BRON AINT GOING TO MIAMI,” another replied.
“GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO, LEBRON JAMES, BAM ADEBAYO, ANDREW WIGGINS… BANNER 4 IS RIGHT THERE,” a fan commented. “PAT GET IT DONE.”
“come back home @KingJames,” another person tagged LeBron.
“Giannis wants to return to the finals. Pat Riley wants another parade.
LeBron wants to be on a contender. This is a match made in heaven,” another user pointed out.
A move to Miami could also open the door for Bronny to get real minutes, if the Lakers are willing to make a trade.
Where LeBron lands before summer’s end is still the big question.
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