Swati Bhatia

Top 5 NBA Players Who Switched Teams After Winning Championship

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In the world of professional basketball, winning an NBA Championship is the pinnacle of success. While many players choose to stay with their championship-winning teams,

Others decide to embark on new journeys, seeking fresh challenges or better opportunities. Here, we explore the top five NBA players who switched teams after hoisting the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

Ray Allen

5

Ray Allen helped the Miami Heat secure the 2013 championship. After his success in Miami, Allen left the team in 2014. However, he did not sign with another team before retiring

Kevin Durant

4

After winning two championships with the Warriors in 2017 and 2018 and being named Finals MVP both times, Durant chose to join the Brooklyn Nets.

Shaquille O'Neal

3

After winning three consecutive championships with the LA Lakers from 2000 to 2002, Shaq was traded to the Miami Heat in 2004 where he won another title in 2006.

Kawhi Leonard

2

 After leading the Raptors to their first NBA title and earning Finals MVP honors, Kawhi Leonard opted to return to his home state of California, joining a Clippers team.

LeBron James

1

LeBron James led the Miami Heat to two titles in 2012 and 2013, but shockingly made a highly publicized return to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014.