Lakers fans entering offseason with limited confidence in front office

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 []

LeBron hits free agency: James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere

LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, which means another decision awaits. A mere 16 years after his first famed decision -- the one that saw him leave Cleveland for Miami -- James is getting ready to change uniforms once again. He has told the Lakers that his eight-year run with them is over and that he'll play a record-extending 24th NBA season elsewhere. James has made clear many times in recent years that more championships are his motivation, which means it's almost certain he'l

Luka Doncic shares Lakers’ offseason reality with LeBron James: ‘We ain’t close’

There is a lot of uncertainty swirling around the Lakers now. The team is coming off a 2025-26 campaign that ended with it getting swept by the Thunder in the...

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 []

The End of an Era: Unpacking LeBron James’ Surprise Exit From Los Angeles

We consider the reasons behind LeBron James' blockbuster decision to leave the Lakers after eight seasons.

LeBron James Leaving Los Angeles Lakers After 8 Seasons

LeBron James is making a fast break towards a new chapter. The Los Angeles Lakers player is leaving the team after eight seasons, his agent Rich Paul told ESPN's Shams Charania June 30. And though...

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 []

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

Cameron Carr gives Lakers injection of athleticism

With the selection of Cameron Carr, the Lakers have backed up their words with action.

NFL teams shoot their shot with free agent LeBron James after Lakers exit

LeBron James is leaving the Lakers and becoming a free agent. A couple of NFL teams (jokingly) made overtures for the 41-year-old's services.

Bucks Privately Told Teams At Deadline They Did Not Expect To Trade Giannis Antetokounmpo

When the Milwaukee Bucks engaged in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks with rival teams leading to the trade deadline, sources with the team insist they were transparent that they were unlikely to move forward with a deal at that time unless they were blown away by an offer. The Bucks chose to wait until the offseason under the belief that more teams would enter the bidding and that offers would improve. While the Boston Celtics entered trade talks in the offseason, teams like the New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets remained on the sidelines. The Bucks were ultimately left with a decision between the Celtics and Miami Heat, who had gained the most traction on a trade in February. Sources tell ESPN that the Heat improved their offer in June from where it was in June with the inclusion of the No. 13 overall pick in the draft. The Celtics, meanwhile, offered Jaylen Brown and two first round picks as their package for Antetokounmpo.

NBA free agency winners and losers: Sixers cash in while Celtics pay price

From Philly’s blockbuster coup to LeBron James once again dominating the market, here are the early winners and losers from a frantic first week of NBA free agency

LeBron James to leave Lakers, continue his career elsewhere

LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will not return to the franchise next season, ending his tenure in L.A. as he prepares for his 24th year in the NBA. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

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...

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.

5 takeaways from the Celtics’ press conference about the Jaylen Brown trade

Having so much money and usage tied up in two players would have made it difficult to remain at a championship-caliber level, Brad Stevens said. The post 5 takeaways from the Celtics’ press conference about the Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on Boston.com.