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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1924, Faidon Matthaiou, Greek basketball player and coach (died 2011) was born. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1962, Dean Wilkins, English footballer and manager was born. In 1970, Lee Byung-hun, South Korean actor, singer, and dancer was born. In 1974, Gregory Shane Helms, American professional wrestler was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 1992, Luke Berry, English footballer was born. In 1995, Luke Shaw, English footballer was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Lakers rumors roundup: Interest in Cam Johnson, Peyton Watson, Dean Wade
The Lakers have been linked to many free agents in the days before free agency, including Cam Johnson and Peyton Watson.
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Lakers Nation
· Jul 1, 2026
Lakers Showed ‘Significant Interest’ In Dean Wade Before Signing With 76ers
The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy trying to improve their roster in the wake of LeBron James informing them that he plans to continue his career elsewhere next season. With an abundance of cap space at their disposal, the team has reportedly met with restricted free agents Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren. Several reports []
RealGM Basketball Wiretap
· Jul 7, 2026
LeBron James Only Considering A 'Handful' Of Teams, Not In Any Rush To Make Decision
LeBron James is only considering signing with a handful of teams, including the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, and Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Chris Haynes. Haynes added that James has no plans to take pitch meetings with those teams and will let agent Rich Paul handle that part of the negotiations. Rich Paul is doing all the background work. He's talking with teams, and then he in return will relay all the intel and data to LeBron James, in which LeBron will make a decision. So there will be no meetings, no pitches that will allow teams to sit down with LeBron, said Haynes. Haynes then reiterated that James is in no rush to make a decision. It was reported over the weekend that there was a growing belief that James would eventually return to the Cavs.
SB Nation
· Jun 30, 2026
Tobias Harris among free agents Lakers have ‘mulled over internally’
Tobias Harris could be an option for the Lakers this offseason as the team looks to replace LeBron James’ production.
Al Jazeera
· Jul 1, 2026
LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season
After eight years at the LA Lakers, James's next destination will be decided in NBA's imminent free agency period.
COVERS
· Jul 2, 2026
2026 LeBron James Next Team Odds: The King Ready To Work For Minimum To Get On The Right Team
LeBron James next team odds show Lakers favored, but Warriors 'Big Four' rumors are driving a major Kalshi market surge as The King announces plans.
USA TODAY Sports
· Jul 10, 2026
What team stands to gain the most from signing LeBron James
LeBron James is seemingly taking his time to determine his next team after he recently informed the Los Angeles Lakers he would play elsewhere.
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Related coverage for "Lakers rumors roundup: Interest in Cam Johnson, Peyton Watson, Dean Wade": Lakers Nation — Lakers Showed ‘Significant Interest’ In Dean Wade Before Signing With 76ers. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — LeBron James Only Considering A 'Handful' Of Teams, Not In Any Rush To Make Decision. SB Nation — Tobias Harris among free agents Lakers have ‘mulled over internally’. Al Jazeera — LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season. COVERS — 2026 LeBron James Next Team Odds: The King Ready To Work For Minimum To Get On The Right Team. USA TODAY Sports — What team stands to gain the most from signing LeBron James