All the latest NBA rumors, including a hitch in the Lakers' pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo, an update on LeBron James' free agency timeline, and finalists in the Blazers head coaching search.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been deemed a popular destination for James for obvious reasons, and according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, a deal might materialize. Luckily for the Lakers, Windhorst noted that the franchise could land a 6-foot-11 All-Star center if it loses James via a blockbuster sign-and-trade.

Here's where the Cavs stand from a contract standpoint heading into the 2026 offseason, including the key situations around James Harden, others.

LeBron James’ future is suddenly one of the NBA’s biggest offseason storylines. While rumors about a possible Cleveland reunion continue to explode across social media, an ESPN insider poured cold water on the idea Tuesday by explaining the financial reality standing in the way.