Rising Western Conference Team Has ‘Clearest Logical Path’ to Landing LeBron James in 2026

LeBron James opted into the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, returning to the team after a surprise playoff push and looking to make a run at another title in his first full season with Luka Doncic. Analyst Sam Quinn of CBS Sports broke down the potential landing spots, noting that the San Antonio Spurs could have the clearest path to a sign-and-trade deal for the 40-year-old.