Warriors Focus on Curry Amid Lebron Trade Speculations
WHO:
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers stated that he believes the Philadelphia 76ers give LeBron James the "best chance to win" in his 24th NBA season.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers stated that LeBron James is "well-equipped" to make his decision regarding his future team.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers is now the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers stated that LeBron James is "well-equipped" to make his decision regarding his future team.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers, president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, stated that the Philadelphia 76ers give LeBron James the "best chance to win" in his 24th NBA season.
NY Post - The Golden State Warriors, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler III, Mike Dunleavy, Rich Paul.
RealGM Basketball - The Los Angeles Clippers, Toronto Raptors, Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Washington Wizards.
WHAT:
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers illustrated the Sixers' pitch to LeBron James during a podcast, stating, "If you're talking about the Sixers, if he was here, I would say, 'I honestly believe this is your best chance to win.'"
Yahoo Sports - Myers emphasized that James is "well-equipped" to make his decision regarding his future team.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers believes that if LeBron James were to join the Philadelphia 76ers, it would be a "best chance to win" scenario.
Yahoo Sports - LeBron James is reportedly taking the Philadelphia 76ers' pitch "really seriously" as he considers his options for the upcoming season.
Yahoo Sports - Myers stated, "If you're talking about the Sixers... I honestly believe this is your best chance to win."
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers believes that if LeBron James were to join the Philadelphia 76ers, it would be a "best chance to win" scenario.
Yahoo Sports - The Philadelphia 76ers acquired Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics, which has reportedly made them a top contender for LeBron James.
Yahoo Sports - LeBron James is reportedly taking the Philadelphia 76ers' pitch "really seriously" as he considers his options for the upcoming season.
NY Post - The Warriors are considering backup plans while weighing options for LeBron James.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors have not engaged the Washington Wizards on a potential deal for Anthony Davis.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors are expected to add a small number of newcomers through free agency, though available options have narrowed.
NY Post - The Warriors are not building their entire offseason around LeBron James.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors were never close to completing a trade for Kawhi Leonard and were not significant participants in discussions surrounding Jaylen Brown.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors finished last season with a record of 37-45.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors selected Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick in the draft.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors plan to bring back a roster similar to the previous season, banking on improved health for Stephen Curry and the return of Jimmy Butler III.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors did not meet the asking price for a contract for Rui Hachimura and prioritized De'Anthony Melton over Anfernee Simons in free agency.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors have not been informed that a trade for Anthony Davis is necessary to sign LeBron James.
WHERE:
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors are based in Golden State.
WHEN:
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors are expected to pursue a bigger move closer to February's trade deadline.
WHY:
Yahoo Sports - Myers pointed out that if winning is the priority for James, the 76ers are a strong option, stating, "If you want to talk about other stuff: What's this guy like, what's that guy like — by the way, he knows players, a lot of them better than I do."
Yahoo Sports - Myers emphasized that if winning is the priority for James, the 76ers are a strong option, stating, "If you're talking about the Sixers... I honestly believe this is your best chance to win."
Yahoo Sports - Myers pointed out that James, who will turn 42 in December, is "well-equipped" to make this call.
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers emphasized that the Sixers' roster, including Jaylen Brown, complements LeBron's skill set, stating, "It's like, 'Boom,' it's right there."
Yahoo Sports - Bob Myers emphasized that if winning is the priority for James, the 76ers are a strong option, stating, "If you're talking about the Sixers... I honestly believe this is your best chance to win."
RealGM Basketball - Some league sources believe an asset-dependent trade for Anthony Davis could be required to make their situation appealing enough to James to sign with the team over other options.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors are protective of their future draft picks and are addressing their long-term salary situation during this later stage of Curry's career.
RealGM Basketball - Part of James' appeal to Golden State stems from the low-risk nature of a potential signing.
HOW:
Yahoo Sports - Myers mentioned that James is likely watching games that "nobody's watching," indicating his deep understanding of the league and its players.
Yahoo Sports - Myers illustrated the Sixers' pitch to LeBron James during a podcast, highlighting the team's potential for success and the complementary skill sets within the roster.
Yahoo Sports - Myers illustrated the Sixers' pitch to LeBron James during a podcast, highlighting the team's potential for success and the complementary skill sets within the roster.
Yahoo Sports - Myers illustrated the 76ers' pitch to James during a podcast, highlighting the team's potential for success and the complementary skill sets within the roster.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors have spent recent weeks signaling comfort with largely running back last season's roster while working to clean up its long-term salary structure during this later stage of Stephen Curry's career.
RealGM Basketball - The Warriors are signaling comfort with largely running back last season's roster while looking to add a small number of newcomers through free agency.
Bob Myers believes that the Philadelphia 76ers provide LeBron James with the best chance to win in his 24th NBA season. During a podcast, he explained that if James were to join the Sixers, he would tell him, "I honestly believe this is your best chance to win," while also noting that James is well-equipped to make his decision about his future team. Myers emphasized that if winning is James's priority, the 76ers are a strong option, as he knows many players in the league better than most, and is likely watching games that others may overlook.