Bill Simmons has predicted that LeBron James will be on the Heat by February of 2026.
Bill Simmons Predicts Shocking LeBron James Reunion originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
In a recent episode of "The Bill Simmons Podcast," host Bill Simmons sparked intrigue by suggesting a potential reunion between LeBron James and the Miami Heat.
Discussing James' future with guest Zach Lowe, Simmons posited that by February 15, 2026, James might find himself back with the Heat, driven by a "weird gut feeling."
He argued that if the move benefits both sides and positions the Heat to contend for the Eastern Conference title, it could be feasible.
Simmons dismissed past tensions with Pat Riley, noting James' return to the Cleveland Cavaliers despite previous conflicts, and envisioned a scenario where the Heat could leverage players like Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo alongside James to boost their championship aspirations.
This speculation comes amidst ongoing uncertainty about James' tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he recently picked up his $52.6 million option but has faced questions about his happiness.
Despite no confirmed discussions of a buyout or trade, Simmons' comments add fuel to the rumor mill, especially as the Heat remain a plausible destination due to salary cap considerations and draft assets.
Fans and analysts are left pondering whether this could be James' next chapter, reigniting memories of his successful stint with the Heat from 2010 to 2014.
James, who has come out and said he's committed to supporting the Lakers' plan to build around Luka Doncic for the future, is eager to claim his fifth championship and cement his legacy in the sport.
As the NBA season unfolds, all eyes will be on James' next move, with Simmons' prediction adding an intriguing twist to the narrative.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
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