What happened: Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discussed the prospect of LeBron James joining Cleveland, with Lowe ranking it last among potential destinations for basketball and entertainment fit. Lowe cited the presence of James Harden as the primary reason for his assessment. The concern centers on how the offense would function when Harden controls the ball for significant stretches.
NBA·July 6, 2026 08:38 AM ET
Analysts question potential LeBron James and James Harden pairing in Cleveland
Analysts question fit due to ball dominance.
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