The NBA schedule release is currently at the mercy of LeBron James, who has yet to make his free agency decision after departing the Los Angeles Lakers several weeks ago.

Following the announcement he wouldn't re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, NBA legend LeBron James has made it clear to teams that he would consider signing with a franchise that best fit his needs.

Charania reported that James’ focus over the previous two weeks had been primarily on three Eastern Conference organizations: Miami, Cleveland and Philadelphia.