As LeBron James approaches unrestricted free agency, the basketball world is buzzing with excitement over the possibility of him joining forces with Stephen Curry. However, not everyone is on board with this potential partnership. Former NBA player Channing Frye, who played alongside James on the Cleveland Cavaliers, expressed his strong disapproval during a recent appearance on the Up & Adams Show.
Frye didn’t hold back his feelings, describing the idea of James teaming up with Curry as “gross.” He urged, “Please don’t. Please don’t do that.” When host Kay Adams asked him about his worst-case scenario for James, Frye quickly identified this situation as his nightmare.
“It’s just such a bad story… Let that rivalry be a part of history,” Frye lamented, referencing the fierce competition between James and Curry during their prime years. The thought of seeing James join forces with Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green left Frye visibly unsettled.
Despite Frye’s concerns, the prospect of this duo becoming a reality is looming. The Golden State Warriors had previously attempted to trade for James before the 2024 deadline, but he declined their offer. His agent, Rich Paul, was also vocal about not wanting the deal to go through. However, opinions may have shifted over the past two years, and the Warriors are reportedly still very interested in bringing James on board.
In fact, sources indicate that Curry and Green are planning to actively recruit James as free agency kicks off. Just last month, it was reported that Curry is set to meet with James to discuss the potential of teaming up. This would have been a dream scenario a decade ago when their rivalry was at its peak, with the two facing off in the NBA Finals multiple times.
Interestingly, James and Curry have developed a cordial relationship since playing together for Team USA during the 2024 Paris Olympics. While both players may not be in their prime anymore, they continue to showcase their skills on the court. Curry averaged an impressive 26.6 points per game last season, while James contributed 20.9 points for the Los Angeles Lakers.
As the Warriors consider their options, they could potentially offer James a $15.1 million midlevel exception or explore a sign-and-trade deal for a more lucrative contract. With plenty of teams likely vying for James’ talents, the competition to secure him promises to be fierce.
As fans eagerly await the outcome of this free agency period, one question lingers: could we really see LeBron James and Stephen Curry unite on the court, or will history hold them apart?
