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When will LeBron James pick a new team? Why his free agency could last until mid-July

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July 7, 2026

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                        When will LeBron James pick a new team? Why his free agency could last until mid-July

The 41-year-old James won't be in a rush to select his next team

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Associated Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again

NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision. NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision. James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be the biggest domino to fall — at least in free agency — this summer as well.

USA TODAY Sports

· Jun 30, 2026

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.

SB Nation

· Jul 10, 2026

NBA insider also hearing rumors about LeBron James signing in cities besides Cleveland

There’s a lot of noise — some informed, some not — that LeBron James is signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers in free agency. However, nothing is set in stone or guaranteed until James or his team announces where he plans on playing next season. And rumors are flying in every direction. To prove that point, []

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 2, 2026

NBA free agency: The most notable July 4 transactions in league history as teams wait on LeBron James

One very significant historical NBA signing was announced July 4.

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

NY Post Sports

· Jun 27, 2026

Lakers need LeBron James, and he needs them. It’s time to get deal done

Let’s be real. The Lakers need LeBron James. And he needs them. Why is this taking so long? There’s no better free agent on the market than James, who pretty...

Al Jazeera

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· 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.

Lakers Nation

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· Jul 8, 2026

Cameron Carr Didn’t Realize LeBron James Was Leaving Lakers

One of the biggest questions going into the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers was the future of LeBron James. After eight years with the franchise, James was set to hit unrestricted free agency this summer and whether or not he would return was unclear. James would inform the Lakers on the eve of free []

RealGM Basketball Wiretap

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· Jul 8, 2026

Several Teams Believe They Have Shot To Sign LeBron James Despite Cleveland 'Vibes'

LeBron James continues to be courted as a free agent, with no definitive timeline for when he'll make a decision. The vibes are now reportedly pointing towards James coming full circle and returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rival teams have taken notice of James spending the summer in Akron, Ohio, as well as his recent reunion with 2016 Cavs teammates. Despite that, the Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers all believe they have a shot at landing James for next season. The Nuggets, Warriors, Wolves and Sixers all believe they have made a compelling pitch to the NBA's all-time leading scorer for him to sign on for 2026-27.

Variety

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· Jun 30, 2026

What LeBron James Leaving the Lakers Means for the NBA

LeBron James is taking his talents elsewhere. The basketball living legend and four-time NBA champion informed the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday — the first day of free agency — that he’s planning on playing for another team next season, James’s representative, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, told ESPN. “James chose to inform the Lakers []

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 1, 2026

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

Yardbarker

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· Jul 9, 2026

Insider reveals LeBron James' potential decision date

For the fourth time in his career, James is the most sought-after free agent in the NBA.

NBC Sports

· Jun 26, 2026

NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Mitchell Robinson out in New York, Kawhi open to Toronto?

Also, the Lakers front office might love a LeBron for Jarrett Allen trade, but does anyone else?

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 4, 2026

LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, Setting Off the NBA’s Biggest Free-Agent Chase

LeBron James told the Los Angeles Lakers on June 30 that he will play elsewhere for the 2026-27 season, ending an eight-year partnership that produced one championship. With the Golden State Warriors leading the pursuit and the moratorium lifting Sunday, the most consequential free agency decision in the league belongs to a 41-year-old who still has something left to prove.

Interaksyon

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· Jul 1, 2026

LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’

NBA free agency opens later on Tuesday with James’ next team now the main focus James spent eight seasons with the Lakers and led them to the 2020 NBA title James and son Bronny became the first father-son duo in an NBA regular-season game LeBron James thanked the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday for allowing [] The post LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

Knewz

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· Jul 1, 2026

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...

CBS Sports

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· Jun 29, 2026

An incomplete history of teams trying -- and failing -- to acquire LeBron James

James has changed teams just three times in his lengthy NBA career; will this summer make it four?

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Related coverage for " When will LeBron James pick a new team? Why his free agency could last until mid-July ": Associated Press — Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again. USA TODAY Sports — NFL teams shoot their shot with free agent LeBron James after Lakers exit. SB Nation — NBA insider also hearing rumors about LeBron James signing in cities besides Cleveland. Yahoo Sports — NBA free agency: The most notable July 4 transactions in league history as teams wait on LeBron James. Off The Press — LeBron James will leave the Lakers and hit the free agent market. NY Post Sports — Lakers need LeBron James, and he needs them. It’s time to get deal done. Al Jazeera — LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season. Lakers Nation — Cameron Carr Didn’t Realize LeBron James Was Leaving Lakers. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — Several Teams Believe They Have Shot To Sign LeBron James Despite Cleveland 'Vibes'. Variety — What LeBron James Leaving the Lakers Means for the NBA. The korea Herald News — LeBron hits free agency: James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere. Yardbarker — Insider reveals LeBron James' potential decision date. NBC Sports — NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Mitchell Robinson out in New York, Kawhi open to Toronto?. The Eastern Herald — LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, Setting Off the NBA’s Biggest Free-Agent Chase. Interaksyon — LeBron thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure: ‘Hope I made a few proud’. Knewz — After eight seasons, LeBron James and the Lakers part ways. CBS Sports — An incomplete history of teams trying -- and failing -- to acquire LeBron James