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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 30
'Big Mistake': Kendrick Perkins, Gilbert Arenas & NBA World React to LeBron James’ Lakers Exit
LeBron James has made his choice, and it does not include the Los Angeles Lakers. The biggest question in basketball is no longer whether he will leave but where he will go next.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / June 30
Skip Bayless says why LA Lakers will be ‘relieved’ LeBron James has left
LeBron James is leaving Los Angeles after eight years, continuing his NBA career away from the Lakers at a destination yet to be confirmed. It’s the biggest story of the free agency window.
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Why LeBron James Felt It Was Time To Move On Despite Lakers Wanting Him Back
LeBron James rocked the NBA world on Tuesday morning when it was reported that he informed the Los Angeles Lakers he would playing elsewhere in 2026-27.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Steph Curry to take role in trying to lure LeBron James to Warriors
What seemed crazy just a couple of years ago might become a reality pretty soon. LeBron James has told the Los Angeles Lakers that he won't return after eight years with the organization, becoming an unrestricted free agent for the first time in nearly a decade.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / June 30
Sources: Cavs would embrace LeBron James reunion
The Cavaliers would fully embrace a reunion with LeBron James for a third stint, league sources tell Hoops Wire. James, 41, has informed the Lakers that he will not return after eight seasons with the franchise.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Lakers Target Robert Williams III Reportedly Agrees To Extension With Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers are patiently waiting until 3 p.m. PT on Tuesday to begin their formal free agency window. As likely a cap space team, agreeing to a deal too early might trigger a tampering investigation by the league.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Bronny James News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 30
Lakers guarantee Bronny James’ contract for 2026-27 season 
After showing promise in his sophomore season, the Lakers will continue investing in Bronny James. On Monday, the team guaranteed Bronny’s contract for next season, set at $2.3 million, by keeping him on the roster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Jeanie Buss & Lakers Release Statement Thanking LeBron James
With NBA free agency underway, a bomb was dropped on the Los Angeles Lakers as LeBron James let them know he would be moving on and finishing his career elsewhere.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Warriors & Cavaliers Expected To Be Suitors For LeBron James
On the morning of the start of NBA free agency, LeBron James dropped a bomb on the Los Angeles Lakers by letting them know he will not be returning to the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 30
LeBron James informs Lakers of major career decision
The uncertain future of LeBron James had hovered over the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA from the time the Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Bronny James’ Lakers Contract Fully Guaranteed For 2026-27 Season
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of decisions to make this offseason, and one of them is the contract status of Bronny James. As James heads into the third season of his four-year rookie deal, only $1,258,873 of his $2,296,271 contract was guaranteed.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 30
Lakers Set Up Meeting With All-NBA Center to Fulfill Luka Doncic’s Wish Despite Competition From California Rival
Deandre Ayton has opted in on his contract, but clearly the Los Angeles Lakers need more. Especially after the apparent demand of Luka Doncic for an A-list center ahead of his second full season with Purple and Gold.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / June 29
Former Los Angeles Lakers Center Has Reportedly Died
Gene Wiley, the towering center who spent four impactful seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers and helped guide the franchise to three NBA Finals appearances, passed away on June 21.
Deandre Ayton News / Ball Exclusives / June 29
Los Angeles Lakers’ Deandre Ayton opts into player option
Los Angeles Lakers big man Deandre Ayton will be returning to the franchise next season as he has opted into his $8.1 million player option according to Shams Charania.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Lakers’ Marcus Smart To Become Free Agent
Lakers guard Marcus Smart won’t exercise his $5.39MM option for the 2026/27 season, having decided to become an unrestricted free agent, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link).
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