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LeBron James becomes free agent
AP | Two people familiar with the decision say LeBron James has told the Cleveland Cavaliers (Cavs) he is declining his US$35.6 million contract option for next season and is a free agent.
James’ representatives told the Cavs on Friday, said the people who spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team is not publicly commenting on moves ahead of free agency opening Sunday.
The move was expected by the 3-time champion, who played in his 8th straight NBA Finals this past season.
The 33-year-old will now decide if he is going to leave the Cavs for the 2nd time in 8 years. In 2010, he bolted for Miami and spent 4 seasons with the Heat, winning 2 titles, before returning home to Northeast Ohio.
James said he will factor family into his next choice and there is still a chance he will re-sign with the Cavs, who were swept by Golden State in this year’s Finals.