Free Agent Rumors: LeBron, Hezonja, Cavs, Kuminga, Hawks - Hoops Rumors

What the report says

Hoops Rumors reported that LeBron James’ unresolved free agency is continuing to shape the NBA market, with several players and teams waiting for his choice. The site cited Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports, who said some sources doubt that James is simply choosing among current roster situations and believe a move for Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irving could influence him. O’Connor reported, however, that Dallas is not interested in moving Irving and Washington has not been willing to discuss a Davis trade.

The report also noted that Davis becomes eligible for an extension on Aug. 6, creating speculation about whether Washington’s position could eventually change. Joe Vardon of The Athletic, cited by Hoops Rumors, reported that Washington would not be interested in taking back Jimmy Butler in a possible Davis deal, a scenario connected to Golden State’s reported interest. Vardon also disputed the idea that James had chosen a team, reconsidered, and restarted his process, citing sources close to James.

Beyond James, Hoops Rumors summarized updates on Mario Hezonja and Jonathan Kuminga. Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews reported that Hezonja’s camp believes he properly activated his Real Madrid opt-out and expects his next contract to be with an NBA team. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer identified Cleveland as one club monitoring Hezonja, while suggesting his situation may wait until after James decides.

Kuminga’s free agency is also described as being tied to the broader market. Stein and Fischer reported that Atlanta is expected to be selective in any sign-and-trade, preferring not to take back undesirable salary even if that risks losing him without a return.