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This Western Conference Team Is Interested in Bringing in LeBron James, Reports Say
Denver is among several contenders pursuing James, who is expected to choose his next team based on championship chances, not salary.
- On Wednesday, the Denver Nuggets reached out to LeBron James to express interest in signing the 21-time All-NBA forward during free agency, following his announced departure from the Los Angeles Lakers.
- Nuggets team president Josh Kroenke, who maintains a "very dear friend" relationship with James, previously attempted to recruit him in 2018; the franchise now aims to pair James with three-time MVP Nikola Jokic.
- ESPN insider Brian Windhorst described Denver as an "outlier team" capable of attracting James if he prioritizes basketball fit, suggesting pairing James with Jokic would create perhaps the league's smartest offensive tandem.
- James' agent Rich Paul said he has spoken to "about 12 to 14" teams since free agency began, noting James' decision will be driven by happiness and competitiveness, not salary.
- Other teams including the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves are also pursuing the 41-year-old superstar, though Denver offers the unique opportunity to compete for a title alongside Jokic.
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This Western Conference team is interested in bringing in LeBron James, reports say
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