Lebron James Next Team Odds Have Him Heavily Favored to Head Back to Cleveland

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LeBron James’ departure from the Los Angeles Lakers after this season seems like a foregone conclusion.

The Lakers are now Luka’s team. They are building for the future and will have significant cap space in the offseason if LeBron doesn’t return. 

So, what does that mean for King James? He still can ball and retirement doesn’t feel imminent. And what does this all mean for Bronny James?

The oddsmakers at BetOnline.ag have opened four different props regarding the future of the James gang.

The Cleveland Cavaliers stand the best chances of landing King James, according to the oddsmakers at BetOnline. 

LeBron James praised the Cavs performance last month, calling them "amazing" and noting their strong, improved roster".

This past weekend, James quipped about who he thinks is heading to the NBA Finals this year.

“Well obviously I’m going to say my team, the Lakers, but if you wanted me to pick one other team, I would say the Cavs," James said. "They for sure got some new great additions."

James was drafted by the Cavaliers in 2003.  He has played for the franchise twice.   He won a championship in 2016 playing at Cleveland. 

LeBron James 2026-27 NBA Team 
Cleveland Cavaliers3/2(+150)
Golden State Warriors3/1 
New York Knicks4/1 
Denver Nuggets6/1 
Philadelphia 76ers8/1 
Miami Heat10/1 
Minnesota Timberwolves12/1 
Milwaukee Bucks14/1 
Washington Wizards16/1 
Portland Trail Blazers18/1 
Detroit Pistons20/1 
Oklahoma City Thunder25/1 
Charlotte Hornets33/1 
Dallas Mavericks40/1 
Indiana Pacers50/1 
Los Angeles Clippers50/1 
San Antonio Spurs50/1 
Atlanta Hawks66/1 
Houston Rockets66/1 
Toronto Raptors66/1 
Brooklyn Nets75/1 
Chicago Bulls75/1 
Phoenix Suns75/1 
Sacramento Kings75/1 
Boston Celtics80/1 
Memphis Grizzlies80/1 
New Orleans Pelicans80/1 
Orlando Magic80/1 
Utah Jazz80/1 
Note: If not the LA Lakers.  

Will LeBron James retire?

Yes +400 (4/1)

No -700 (1/7)

Note: Odds imply an 87.5% likelihood of LeBron not retiring.

Will LeBron and Bronny James be on the same team next season?

Yes +150 (3/2)

No -110 (10/11)

If LeBron retires or Bronny and him aren’t on same team, will Bronny James be in the league?

Yes +250 (5/2)

No -400 (1/4)

  • Don Shapiro, Gambling911.com 

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