LeBron James is not confirmed for one specific new team yet, but the latest reports say he has informed the Lakers he will play elsewhere next season. The most frequently mentioned favorites right now are the Golden State Warriors, with the Cavaliers and Heat also being discussed as possible landing spots.

What’s known

  • He is reportedly leaving the Lakers after eight seasons.
  • He plans to keep playing in the upcoming season, so this is a free-agency move, not a retirement report.
  • He cannot officially sign with a new team until the offseason moratorium ends on July 6.

Likeliest landing spots

  1. Golden State Warriors — the most commonly cited favorite in current coverage.
  1. Cleveland Cavaliers — always part of the conversation because of his history there.
  1. Miami Heat — also repeatedly mentioned as a possible fit.

Bottom line

Right now, the honest answer is: no team is finalized yet. If you want the strongest current rumor, it’s the Warriors; if you want the official answer, it’s still pending.