LeBron James Traded to Warriors Joins Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler in Blockbuster Deal
In one of the most seismic moves in NBA history, LeBron James has officially been traded to the Golden State Warriors, forming a superstar trio with Stephen Curry and newly acquired Jimmy Butler. The deal, confirmed early Wednesday morning, signals a new era for Golden State and a potential end to LeBron’s iconic run with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The finalized trade sees the Lakers receive a massive package in return, including rising star Jonathan Kuminga, veteran Andrew Wiggins, future draft picks, and additional assets to balance salary. The Warriors, meanwhile, land the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a player still performing at an elite level entering his 22nd season.
James, who averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.1 assists last season, is expected to slot in alongside Curry and Butler to create what many are calling the most dangerous “Big Three” since Miami’s Heatles era. The trio brings a combined 10 NBA championships and 6 Finals MVP awards into the 2025-26 season.
Golden State’s front office, led by GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., described the move as “a historic commitment to excellence and a bold push for another title.” Head coach Steve Kerr also expressed excitement, stating, “We’re bringing together three of the greatest competitors the game has seen. This is a championship move.”
LeBron issued a brief statement via his agent: “Golden State offers a new chapter and a new challenge. I’m excited to join Steph, Jimmy, and this incredible fan base as we chase greatness together.”
With LeBron now in the Bay Area, expectations for the Warriors are sky-high. The league, fans, and media are now bracing for a season that could reshape the NBA’s power structure once again.
