Warriors coach Steve Kerr jokes about signing LeBron James after fan’s question

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was stopped by a fan at a traffic light on Wednesday who asked, “When you gonna get LeBron, man?” Kerr answered, “Oh, we got him. Put that on Twitter,” and laughed before driving away.

The comment, made in a light-hearted tone, reflects the ongoing speculation about LeBron James’s free-agency destination for his 24th NBA season. James, the league’s all-time leading scorer, is reportedly evaluating offers from several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Minnesota Timberwolves and the Warriors, who have emerged as one of the leading candidates.

A potential pairing of James with 38-year-old Stephen Curry would reunite two former Finals rivals, a scenario that has drawn interest from fans and analysts alike. Curry, who recently participated in a golf event in Nevada, emphasized the importance of surrounding himself with experienced players to maintain competitiveness.

Both James and the Warriors are seeking a final championship opportunity, making the rumored partnership a focal point of NBA offseason discussions.