James Harden recruited LeBron James to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a video posted on Friday.<\/p>\n
“I hope he comes to Cleveland,” Harden said. “It’s a perfect storybook finish. He’s at home for his last year. But he’s smart enough, I don’t think anybody’s pitch is gonna move him. So wherever he decides, obviously the team is gonna be a lot better.”<\/p>\n
The Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly<\/a> perceived to be in a group by themselves as potential suitors for James in free agency.<\/p>\n The Akron, Ohio native has spent the majority of his career in Cleveland after he was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. James later helped the Cavs memorably capture a championship in 2016.<\/p>\n Cleveland is currently coming off a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, although it was swept by the New York Knicks. <\/p>\n Still, the Cavs have an intriguing core for James to possibly join that includes Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.<\/p>\n While Harden is a free agent after declining his\u00a0$42.3 million\u00a0player option for the 2026-27 season, he’s reportedly<\/a> been discussing a new contract with the Cavs.<\/p>\n