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Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 29, 2026
· 5 min read
NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision.NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision.James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be...
Key takeaway James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be the biggest domino to fall — at least in free agency — this summer as well.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As NBA free agency begins, Alamo Heights residents who are Spurs fans will be watching with interest to see how the landscape of the league shifts, particularly with LeBron James' decision looming. While James' future is unlikely to directly impact the Spurs, the ripple effects of his choice could influence the team's chances in the Western Conference. If James were to join the Warriors, it would create a formidable opponent for the Spurs, potentially altering the team's strategy and approach to the upcoming season. Meanwhile, the Spurs' own free agency plans will be shaped by the decisions of other teams and players, making the next few weeks a critical period for the franchise. With the Spurs looking to rebuild and compete in a tough conference, the outcome of James' decision and the subsequent free agency moves will be closely monitored by fans in Alamo Heights.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision.NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision.James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be...
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