LeBron confirms that he would've been a Knick if they didn't win the NBA Finals

LeBron James, now a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, confirmed that if the New York Knicks had won the NBA Finals, he would have chosen to sign with them instead of joining Philadelphia. His comment highlights how championship outcomes can influence free‑agent decisions, even for a player of his stature.

The Sixers sit at 45‑37, seventh in the Eastern Conference, with a power ranking of 19 and a net rating of –0.1. LeBron is contributing 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game this season. The team has emphasized “sacrifice” after its offseason additions, and his veteran presence adds to their push for a higher playoff seed. Observers will watch how his impact shapes Philadelphia’s trajectory and whether the Knicks’ success reshapes future free‑agency narratives.