Working with the prevailing theory that James doesn’t retire, but leaves the Lakers, where might he land in July? More than any other destination, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been bounced around as the most likely landing spot for James to finish his career. He’s an Akron kid at heart; James has listed the Cavaliers’ championship in 2016 as one of his career highlights. The challenge would be financial, as the Cavaliers project to be over next season’s second apron, limiting James’ salary to about $3.9 million via a minimum contract. Is that something he’d be willing to do for that storybook ending? Other teams in similar situations that are thought to appeal to James are the Golden State Warriors and the New York Knicks. The Cavaliers and Knicks are among the Eastern Conference contenders. The Golden State Warriors have struggled to stay healthy, but the Steph Curry/James combination would be something to see.
