Cavaliers President Altman Shrugs Off LeBron James' 76ers Move, Touts His Team's 'Sustainable' Build
Altman said Cleveland added Peyton Watson and signed major extensions to build a roster with more flexibility and long-term sustainability.
- On Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, Cavaliers president of basketball operations Koby Altman insisted the organization remains built for a "sustainable run" despite LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24.
- Following James' decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers for Philadelphia, Cleveland pivoted to fill its wing position, acquiring Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets in an $88 million deal.
- Altman emphasized the team's foundational strength, citing Donovan Mitchell's $273 million extension and James Harden's $97 million deal as evidence of organizational resilience.
- Addressing misconceptions about James returning, Altman stated the team has "a lot of confidence and faith in the talent that we have in house," including Evan Mobley.
- As the Cavaliers begin training camp next week, head coach Kenny Atkinson praised the team's defensive focus and Harden's early preparation, reflecting readiness after reaching the Eastern Conference finals last year.
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LeBron James Snub Discussed by Cavs' Koby Altman, Exec Says 'Teams Got Better to Chase Us'
The Cleveland Cavaliers were on LeBron James' shortlist in free agency this year, but in the end, the four-time MVP decided chose against a third stint with his old team and joined the Philadelphia 76ers.
Altman on LeBron's 76ers move: Cavs have 'too much of a good thing' to worry
Cavs president of basketball operations Koby Altman said he wasn't fazed when LeBron James chose to sign with the Sixers, saying, "We're built for a sustainable run here regardless of one outcome."
Cavaliers president Altman shrugs off LeBron James’ 76ers move, touts his team’s ‘sustainable’ build – WTOP News
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — Koby Altman would have loved for LeBron James to return for a third stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers. When the most popular player i
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Cavaliers president Altman shrugs off LeBron James' 76ers move, touts his team's 'sustainable' build
Koby Altman, the Cavaliers' president of basketball operations, says he isn't worried about LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. He believes the Cavaliers have a strong foundation and are built for a sustainable future. Altman spoke Friday before the…
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