Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1944, Lou Hudson, American basketball player and coach (died 2014) was born. In 1951, Ed Ott, American baseball player and coach (died 2024) was born. In 1966, Rod Strickland, American basketball player and coach was born. In 1967, Andy Ashby, American baseball player and sportscaster was born. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1984, Yorman Bazardo, Venezuelan baseball player was born. In 1984, Joe Pavelski, American ice hockey player was born. In 1994, Anthony Milford, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2014, Bill McGill, American basketball player (born 1939) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Open Thread: If Mitchell Robinson leaves, where do the Knicks turn next?
NY has one of the best center rotations in basketball. They also might be a few days away from losing half of it.
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SB Nation
· Jul 5, 2026
NBA Summer League Live Discussion: Brooklyn Nets vs. Milwaukee Bucks, 3:00 PM ET
Nets face the Bucks in their 2nd game of the California Classic.
E! Online
· Jun 30, 2026
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...
Off The Press
· 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
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.
RealGM Basketball Wiretap
· Jun 30, 2026
LeBron James Undecided On Whether This Will Be His Final NBA Season
LeBron James made the decision to continue playing meaningful, competitive basketball next season, but has yet to decide if it will be his final NBA season. James has sent mixed signals on whether he will announce his retirement in advance, but he is for now committed to at least a 24th season in the league. James has instructed his agent, Rich Paul, to hold talks with any team interested in signing him and what the options will be before he makes his decision. While James has ruled out re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, there are a number of teams expected to pursue him in free agency. The Golden State Warriors are the team that has been expected to be most aggressive in pursuit of James, but the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat are amongst the others most prominently involved. James previously changed teams in free agency in 2010, 2014 and 2018.
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Related coverage for "Open Thread: If Mitchell Robinson leaves, where do the Knicks turn next?": SB Nation — NBA Summer League Live Discussion: Brooklyn Nets vs. Milwaukee Bucks, 3:00 PM ET. E! Online — LeBron James Leaving Los Angeles Lakers After 8 Seasons. Off The Press — LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market. Al Jazeera — LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — LeBron James Undecided On Whether This Will Be His Final NBA Season