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8 Years After LeBron James’ Thunderous Return to Cleveland, Major Update on His Lakers Exit and Possible Cavs Reunion

Published 07/30/2022, 3:02 PM EDT

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LeBron James is a player who brings championship talks wherever he goes. Be it a full-stacked Miami Heat team or a team in the rebuilding phase like the Los Angeles Lakers. Every one of his abilities is what a team looks for in a leader to win championships. Even in his year 19 in the NBA, he was in the MVP talks for most of the season. With his contract extension deadline nearing, James might just want to change teams. Which team would not want him?

Even considering his age, a young team would still be happy to recruit him. That’s the value that ‘The King’ adds to any team, both in terms of gameplay and financial advantage. This change is what we feel might happen. This time again, it would be back near his hometown, Akron, possibly to Cleveland.

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The King’s return to Cleveland

Five years after the King’s venture to a new land- Lakers, it seems that the NBA legend might return to where he truly belongs, to Cleveland where he dedicated his championship.

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Cleveland will always have a special place in his heart as he was born and raised in Akron. Even in 2014, when all hopes were lost for the Cavs’ fans ever to see James in their jersey, he decided to do a homecoming.

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Now, as a young team is being built in the Cleveland locker room, it makes perfect sense for James to return. He can bring his expertise and experience to a team lacking experience and, in turn, also make it comfortable for Bronny, who would be joining in the 2024 draft.

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Getting Bronny to a young team is what LeBron James must be looking forward to, considering the talent that he brings. James would definitely want Bronny to be more than just a role player. This would also mean him getting a solid chance to run for a championship again and bring the championship back to his hometown.

LeBron James and Los Angeles

Having taken all the factors into consideration, there’s one that can’t be missed. LeBron seems to be very comfortable with life in Los Angeles. His return to the Drew League after a decade is just an example. His family is also pretty comfortable in Los Angeles. Him being a family man is definitely a very important factor to be considered.

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Would you like the King return to the Cavs to see out his career? Or would you want to see him end his career at the Lakers? Let us know in the comments.

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Siddhant Biyani

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