NBA Free Agency

How LeBron James' 4th free agency move led him to Philadelphia

How LeBron's 4th free agency move led to Sixers

Philadelphia wins out in landing LeBron James, who used his unique stardom and skillset to consider his options.

LATEST FREE AGENCY NEWS

Warriors ink Green to 1-year deal
Golden State keeps its standout big man in the mix on a deal that runs through the 2026-27 season.
Why LeBron, 76ers could become a perfect match
Success and championship glory are seemingly within reach for Philly as it gears up for its era with LeBron James.
'Last decision': LeBron signs with 76ers
The NBA's all-time leading scorer announces Friday he will head back to the Eastern Conference to join the 76ers.
How offseason moves have impacted teams
From new acquisitions to returning cores, free agency raises plenty of questions for how teams will look next season.
Every offseason move for all 30 teams
From re-signings and additions to blockbuster trades, keep track of every move during the 2026 NBA offseason.
2026 NBA Offseason Trade Tracker
Keep track of all of the official trades and transactions from the 2026 Draft and offseason.
2026 Free Agency: Complete coverage
Keep track of the latest reports, news and analysis before teams can begin negotiating with all upcoming free agents (June 30, 6 p.m. ET).
Free Agency Roundup: Major moves from first week
Look back at the reported moves from the first week of 2026 NBA free agency negotiations.
Eason, Rockets agree to 5-year deal
The 25-year-old forward started a career-high 34 games last season and averaged 10.5 points in 25.8 minutes played.
Hornets trade for Rockets' Finney-Smith
Charlotte adds a veteran 3-point shooting threat in a swap with Houston.
Veteran Andre Drummond joins Knicks
The Knicks have signed veteran center Andre Drummond to a one-year deal for $3.8 million
Sixers make it official, ink swingman Simons
The 27-year-old guard joins Philadelphia after playing with Boston and Chicago last season.
Celtics, Queta agree to 4-year deal
Boston keeps its young center in the mix on a deal as it continues its offseason maneuvering.
Bulls, Powell agree to 2-year deal
Chicago adds to its talent base by picking up guard Norman Powell on a 2-year deal.
Jazz, Josh Okogie agree on 2-year deal
The veteran guard heads to Utah after a one-year stint with the Rockets.
Clippers agree to deal with Miller
The 26-year old guard is returning to LA after averaging 10.0 points and 2.3 assists in 2025-26.
Spurs, Harris agree to 2-year deal
The veteran forward heads to San Antonio after 2 seasons with Detroit.
Reports: LeBron moving on from Lakers
The NBA's all-time leading scorer has reportedly informed the Lakers that he plans to play elsewhere for his 24th NBA season.
Robinson joining Celtics on 3-year deal
Former Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is headed to Boston to bolster the Celtics' frontcourt.
Big man Kessler dealt to Lakers
The Lakers pick up a shot blocker in Walker Kessler, who missed most of last season with a left shoulder injury.
Pacers, Oubre Jr. agree to 2-year deal
The veteran forward-guard will join Indiana after 3 seasons with Philadelphia.
Lakers reach deals with trio of free agents
The Lakers have reached agreements with Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes.
Collins, Pistons agree to 3-year deal
Detroit beefs up its frontline by adding veteran forward/center John Collins in a 3-year deal.
Mark Williams returns to Suns
The 24-year-old big man was a restricted free agent after scoring 11.7 points and grabbing 8 rebounds per game last season.
Hartenstein signs new 3-year deal with OKC
Oklahoma City has agreed to a fresh 3-year contract extension with center Isaiah Hartenstein.
Alvarado opts to re-sign with Knicks
The Brooklyn native will return to the New York Knicks on a multiyear contract.
Spurs sign Champagnie to new deal
San Antonio signs sharpshooting wing Julian Champagnie to new multi-year contract after breakout performance in playoffs.
Cavs agree to deal with big man Bryant
The veteran center will return to Cleveland on a 1-year deal.

2026 Free Agency: Key Dates

June 30: Each NBA team may begin negotiating with all other upcoming free agents (beginning at 6 p.m. ET)
July 6: Each NBA team may begin signing free agents to contracts (12:01 p.m. ET)