All eyes are on LeBron James this summer as he makes a highly-anticipated free agency decision.
There is speculation that the NBA veteran’s former teams have an edge in the sweepstakes because of the familiarity each presents. James made two stints with the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning one ring during his tenure with the organization.
The 41-year-old also spent four glorious seasons with the Miami Heat, winning two titles and a pair of Finals MVPs. While Cleveland is home for James, he’s carried mantras and mentality from his time in Miami.
Now, there’s an opportunity for James to return to Cleveland or Miami.
There’s speculation that the Cavaliers are the frontrunner for James, but the latest update could turn the tide in favor of the Heat.
Miami is reportedly open to giving Bronny James a two-way contract if LeBron James signs with the team, according to On SI’s Ethan J. Skolnick.
James informed the Los Angeles Lakers he would not return for the upcoming season the day before his son’s $2.3 million contract with the team became fully guaranteed. Now, Bronny is eligible to be traded and the Heat appear to be open to welcoming the 21-year-old.
But Miami’s willingness to sign Bronny to a two-way deal is contingent on James’ decision.
Aside from his previous teams, there have been several suitors linked to James this summer, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Interested teams have opted to publicly make free agent pitches to James as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer mulls over the next step of his storied career.
