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LA Lakers identify two free-agent targets after LeBron James exit

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for life without LeBron James after the 41-year-old decided to enter free agency. James is expected to join the Golden State Warriors after ending his eight-year spell with the Lakers.

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LeBron James Thanks Lakers Amid Expected Departure In Free Agency

LeBron James has played his final game for the Los Angeles Lakers as it was reported that he has informed the team that he will continue his playing career elsewhere for the 2026-27 season.

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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?

The 'NBA Playoff scoring-record by team' quiz

The '30 PPG in the regular season' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

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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

Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / June 30

NBA Free Agency Rumors: Lakers Expected To Meet With Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers have to make a big splash this summer, after touting their 2026 cap space to both superstar Luka Doncic and the fanbase as their best means to improve.

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.

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.

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.

Warriors, Cavs, Heat viewed as potential LeBron James destinations

Why Warriors' reported plan to create an older, new 'super team' won't work

Draymond Green adds fuel to LeBron James-to-Warriors noise with latest move

The 'LeBron's championship teammates' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers 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 / Yardbarker

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.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

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.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / June 30

Why returning to Cavaliers would be right move for LeBron James

It's time for James to return home.

Steph Curry to take role in trying to lure LeBron James to Warriors

LeBron James informs Lakers of major career decision

The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

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.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / June 30