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LeBron James News / 5 GOATs / July 1
LeBron James free agency: CBS Sports names Top 4 landing spots
LeBron James is a free agent once again and it’s time to lock it in for his decision. No, it won’t be “The Decision,” but it’s likely the last one he’ll make after 23 years in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 1
Luka Doncic Pens Tribute Message as LeBron James Parts Ways With Lakers
The shortest superstar partnership in Lakers history is over, as, according to ESPN, LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers to move on without him.
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?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 1
Dwight Howard Predicts Two More Championships If LeBron James Joins West Contender
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is now searching for a new team after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. On Tuesday, James' agent, Rich Paul, told Shams Charania of ESPN that the 41-year-old star is leaving the Lakers.
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
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Marcus Smart Agrees To Contract With Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers had a number of role players who were extremely critical to their success last season and arguably the most important was veteran guard Marcus Smart.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 1
LeBron James Waited To Secure Son Bronny’s $2.3M Contract and Timely Planned His Own Lakers Exit: Report
The timing of two events on June 29 and June 30 has generated more conversation than either event would have individually. On the 29th, the Los Angeles Lakers allowed the deadline to pass without waiving Bronny James, fully guaranteeing his $2.29 million salary for the 2026-27 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 1
'They Don’t Want Him': Skip Bayless Rips Media’s Rich Paul-LeBron James Narrative Around Lakers Departure
The narrative around LeBron James’ Lakers exit hinges on one question: who left whom? James’ free agency has dominated the offseason, with reports claiming he and his team informed the Lakers of his decision to depart.
LeBron James News / HITC / July 1
LA Lakers free agency target drops ‘I’m here’ message to fans after LeBron James’ exit
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new era, and one of their free agency targets has already teased fans. With the departure of LeBron James officially confirmed, the Los Angeles Lakers are officially in the Luka Doncic era now.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 1
JJ Redick, Lakers Dealt More Bad News After LeBron James Decision
JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers will have a reshaped roster for the 2026-27 NBA season. On Tuesday, before 2026 NBA free agency began, forward LeBron James informed Los Angeles that he will not be returning for a ninth season with the Lakers.
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.
Jalen Duren News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Jalen Duren Reportedly Holding Second Free Agent Meeting With Lakers After ‘Productive’ First Call
At the start of free agency on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers’ focus was on young restricted free agent big men as they reportedly met with both Walker Kessler in person and Jalen Duren on a call.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / July 1
'Prepare for What’s to Come': Draymond Green Warns Austin Reaves After Lakers Hand Him $185 Million Deal
Every season produces an underdog story. Austin Reaves became that player for the Lakers. The former undrafted player outplayed his contract, exceeding every expectation and steadily developing into an offensive weapon.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 1
Why Kendrick Perkins is fuming with ‘turtle head’ Rich Paul amid LeBron James’ LA Lakers exit
LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, has made Kendrick Perkins angry. With LeBron James announcing his plans to leave the Los Angeles Lakers, his agent, Rich Paul, is obviously busy in finding the next destination for the 41-year-old.
Will LeBron James Team Up With Jaylen Brown For 2026-27 Season?
Despite all the chatter surrounding LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors this offseason, NBA fans may want to prepare to see him join forces with a Finals MVP who isn't named Steph Curry.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30
Lakers rumors: Rui Hachimura expected to follow LeBron James, Luke Kennard out the door in free agency
There’s a mass exodus happening in Los Angeles right now. Multiple players have left both the Lakers and the Clippers over the span of 24 hours. The Clips traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, while the Lakers are set to lose LeBron James and saw Luke Kennard sign with a different team.
Walker Kessler News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 30
Walker Kessler considered Lakers top target in free agency 
The Lakers’ top priority this summer is finding a center of the future, so it’s no surprise their top target this summer is a big man. The restricted free agent market is always tricky to navigate, but the two best centers available this summer fall both fall in that category.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 1
'He Would Basically Replace Rui Hachimura': Brian Windhorst Unveils Lakers’ Free Agency Target Amid LeBron James’ Exit
The LeBron James era in Los Angeles is officially over, and the Lakers have fully turned the page to the Luka Doncic era. With the franchise now committed to building around its new superstar, his demands can’t go unheard.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Lakers are expected to sign two notable role players in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be prioritizing depth over big swings at this point.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Luka Doncic reacts to LeBron James’ departure from the Lakers
Luka Doncic is speaking out this week on the exit of his (short-lived) co-star. Longtime Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James officially decided on Tuesday to depart the franchise after spending the last eight seasons with them.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 30
LeBron James has a plan for new free-agency saga
For the first time in eight years — and the fourth in his career — James is the biggest fish in NBA free agency.
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