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After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways

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July 1, 2026

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After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways

LeBron James, the cornerstone of the Los Angeles Lakers, has decided to part ways with the team after spending eight years with the franchise, surpassing the seven seasons he spent with the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first stint of his NBA career. The four-time NBA champion’s decision came just ahead of free agency and before...

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Lakers Nation

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· Jul 6, 2026

Why LeBron James Never Met With Lakers In Free Agency

One of the biggest stories of this offseason surrounds former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, who prior to the start of free agency informed the franchise that he would not be returning to the team for his 24th NBA season. The Lakers and James had always maintained good communication throughout the eight years he []

Vanguard News

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· Jun 30, 2026

LeBron James to leave Lakers, continue NBA career

LeBron James, the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, is to leave the Los Angeles Lakers, but will continue his NBA career, according to media reports on Tuesday. The post LeBron James to leave Lakers, continue NBA career appeared first on Vanguard News.

LA Times

· Jul 4, 2026

Letters to Sports: Mixed emotions over LeBron James leaving Lakers

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thought on LeBron James parting ways with the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard, Dave Roberts and the Sparks.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 30, 2026

LeBron James Announces Plans to Leave Los Angeles Lakers After 8 Seasons

LeBron James’ time with the Los Angeles Lakers has come to an end after eight seasons. James, 41, and his agent, Rich Paul, have informed the franchise that they will be moving on, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Tuesday, June 30. “Lakers president Rob Pelinka and Rich Paul spoke a short time ago []

DNyuz

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· Jul 1, 2026

LeBron James fell short of greatness, but leaves a legacy in LA

LeBron James is leaving LA after eight years. We can say this: He came to the Lakers with a promise to win an NBA championship, and he delivered — even if it was in the pandemic “bubble” year of 2020. But his career in LA was dogged by the nagging feeling that he kept falling []

Off The Press

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· Jun 30, 2026

LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market

LeBron James will be moving on from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, according to multiple reports. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report that James told the Lakers that he would be leaving the team and entering free agency. Other NBA insiders echoed that news. CNN has reached out to James’ representation for comment. []...Click to read more

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Related coverage for "After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways": Lakers Nation — Why LeBron James Never Met With Lakers In Free Agency. Vanguard News — LeBron James to leave Lakers, continue NBA career. LA Times — Letters to Sports: Mixed emotions over LeBron James leaving Lakers. Us Weekly — LeBron James Announces Plans to Leave Los Angeles Lakers After 8 Seasons. DNyuz — LeBron James fell short of greatness, but leaves a legacy in LA. Off The Press — LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market