LeBron James: Miami Heat admit video teasing NBA legend's return posted by mistake
Miami Heat have confirmed a YouTube video teasing LeBron James' potential return was posted in error; The gaffe has fuelled speculation over the NBA superstar's next destination, with Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers also linked after his Los Angeles Lakers exit
Thursday 23 July 2026 07:18, UK
Miami Heat have confirmed a video teasing LeBron James' potential return to the NBA franchise was posted by mistake.
A live stream titled "LeBron James Introductory Press Conference", scheduled for July 27, was uploaded to the Heat's YouTube channel on Tuesday night but was later deleted.
A Miami Heat spokesperson later confirmed the video was mistakenly posted in preparation for James potentially returning to the team with which he won two championships.
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The error has sent the basketball world into a frenzy as it awaits confirmation of where James will play his 24th NBA season.
James' next step has dominated the news agenda ever since the 41-year-old confirmed he would be leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons in June.
The Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat have all been linked with the four-time NBA MVP.
James' long-time friend and agent, Rich Paul, stressed that time would be taken and the next move carefully considered.
"We're not going to be rushed. It's his choice to make and, when he makes the choice, he'll make it," he told the Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul podcast.
