New LeBron James Rumors on Spurs' Talks With Star Amid Cavs, Heat, 76ers Buzz in NBA Free Agency

According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin, speaking on the Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective podcast on July 18, 2026, there was reportedly 'some sort of Spurs dialogue' regarding LeBron James' NBA free agency. The San Antonio Spurs, who lost the 2026 NBA Finals, were said to have considered pairing Victor Wembanyama with James. James is also generating buzz from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Philadelphia 76ers as potential suitors in free agency.