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Barkley: LeBron's only smart move is Cleveland return
6 Jun
Summary
- Charles Barkley believes LeBron James should return to Cleveland.
- Barkley suggests LA Lakers won't be competitive next season.
- James has won four NBA championships with different teams.

The NBA community is keenly awaiting LeBron James' decision regarding his potential 24th season. James had indicated a decision would follow his family vacation after Memorial Day weekend, but public statements have been sparse. Analyst Charles Barkley shared his perspective, asserting that James' sole logical move is to return to Cleveland. Barkley posited that returning to Cleveland would position them as Eastern Conference contenders.
Barkley further commented that staying with the Los Angeles Lakers would be for non-basketball reasons, as he foresees the team struggling in the West. He also suggested it is time for the Lakers to focus on developing Luka Doncic. James has achieved four NBA championships throughout his career, securing at least one title for each franchise he has played for: Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers.