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Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Lakers' Bronny James trade decision could either be thoughtful or savage

Los Angeles is going to have a choice to make.

Why is LeBron James leaving the Lakers? Legend informs LA of plans to sign with new team

The 23-year veteran will hit free agency for the first time since 2018.

The LeBron James era in Los Angeles is over

The LeBron James era with the Lakers is over. His agent Rich Paul announced Tuesday that the NBA superstar will continue his career outside of Los Angeles, leaving the Lakers to build around Luka...

LeBron James makes retirement decision

The Los Angeles Lakers won't have the King for next season.

Robert Williams III extension leaves Lakers in an increasingly desperate position

The Portland Trail Blazers are retaining their center moving forward.

LeBron James next team predictions: Warriors heavily expected to land four-time MVP after Lakers exit

James says he's moving to a new team and Kalshi prediction markets expect him to head to the Bay

LeBron James ends Lakers tenure, and Warriors move could be next in free agency

LeBron spent eight seasons with the Lakers, but informed the team Tuesday he will be moving on next season

LeBron James' Lakers decision is good news for Warriors, Cavaliers, Spurs

The King is taking his talents elsewhere.

LeBron James informs Lakers he will play for another team in 2026-27

After six years in Los Angeles, LeBron James will don a different jersey for the 2026-27 season. First reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, LeBron will has informed the Lakers he will be playing...

LeBron James Tells Lakers He’ll Play Elsewhere In 2026/27

Longtime star forward LeBron James has decided to play a record-setting 24th NBA season in 2026/27, but he won’t be returning to the Lakers. James informed the Lakers on Monday that they can move...

LeBron James Reportedly Informs Lakers He Will Play Elsewhere In 2026-27

After the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs, LeBron James made it clear that he would take some time and speak with his family before making any decisions on his future. James...

Cavs can only swoop in to sign LeBron James before the Warriors by using Jarrett Allen

There's only one way to actually get this done.

Did LeBron James sign with the Warriors? What latest rumors say about Lakers star joining Stephen Curry

This has the potential to be a huge move in the NBA.

How the Warriors can pull off LeBron James, Anthony Davis coup after signing Kristaps Porziņģis

The Warriors getting LeBron and AD might come down to Draymond Green's money and Moses Moody's market

Western Rumors: Bey, Meeks, Bronny, Sharp, Spurs, Toohey

Pelicans forward Saddiq Bey is entering the final year of his current contract, but he and the team have mutual interest in trying to work out an extension this offseason, league sources tell...

Rui Hachimura sign-and-trade may finally solve the Lakers' glaring hole at center

It might be time to welcome Jalen Duren to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Warriors Focused On Signing LeBron James; Trade For Anthony Davis Seems Unlikely

It appears the Warriors are focused just on signing LeBron James in free agency rather than working out a trade for Anthony Davis as well, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Tuesday morning on Get Up...

Bronny James’ Lakers Contract Fully Guaranteed For 2026-27 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of decisions to make this offseason, and one of them is the contract status of Bronny James. As James heads into the third season of his four-year rookie deal,...

Pair of Former Lakers Accused of Illegal Gambling

A pair of former Los Angeles Lakers players were charged with wire fraud conspiracy and bribery in sporting contests by federal prosecutors, according to a report by the Los Angeles Times on...

Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Sandro Mamukelashvili Interest

Even with Deandre Ayton expected to exercise his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season, the Los Angeles Lakers remain focused on bolstering their front court. The team is reportedly...

LeBron James biggest name to watch at start of NBA free agency; Paraguay stun Germany in World Cup

Plus, we're giving grades to the Trail Blazers and Grizzlies for the Ja Morant trade

Jalen Duren Meeting With Lakers But Reportedly Prefers Kings’ Sign-And-Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly agreed to terms with Austin Reaves on a four-year, $185 million contract, but still face plenty of work ahead as free agency gets underway Tuesday afternoon. In...

Free agency frenzy: LeBron James takes center stage in league conversations

With LeBron James being what many consider the best free agent in this class, he will be at the center of nearly every phone call the Lakers get.

How Warriors still can land LeBron James, Anthony Davis with Kristaps Porziņģis

The Warriors’ path to landing both LeBron James and Anthony Davis this offseason has narrowed, but it still exists. So you’re saying there’s a chance … Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor reported Sunday...

Warriors want Anthony Davis but won't trade Jimmy Butler? NBA salary cap rules beg to differ

What does Golden State plan to do here?

How Lakers' salary cap space sets up a trade with Pistons for Jalen Duren

Los Angeles is actually in a great spot.

Lakers make Bronny James contract decision that could signal LeBron plans

Bronny will be entering his third season in the NBA.

10 memorable moments in LeBron James' Lakers career

LeBron James’ Los Angeles era has come to an end. Reports say the 41-year-old four-time NBA MVP, who won his fourth league title with the Lakers, will leave the team to explore free agency options...

LeBron James will play next season but plans to leave Lakers: Reports

LeBron James isn’t retiring — but he reportedly will be on a new team next season. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer is expected to leave the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent, according to...

Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Kawhi, Raptors, Brown, Westbrook, More

The Raptors and Clippers continue to have “serious” discussions about a Kawhi Leonard trade and there’s “momentum” on a deal that would send the two-time Finals MVP back to Toronto, league sources...

Monday, June 29, 2026
Warriors Rumors: LeBron, Davis, Butler, Draymond

While little is known about LeBron James‘ plans for free agency, the Warriors are “far and away” the Lakers superstar’s “most interested external suitor,” according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer...

Rumors Roundup: Latest on Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Ziaire Williams

On the eve of free agency, the rumors have not slowed down. The Lakers are remaining active, most notably setting up a call with restricted free agent Jalen Duren once free agency starts on...

Lakers' likelihood of re-signing Rui Hachimura just got a boost thanks to rival Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers need to find a new contract for Rui Hachimura, but their odds of keeping the sharpshooter just improved.

Free Agent Rumors: Wade, Watkins, Kleber, Bonga

Dean Wade is expected to have a long list of suitors if he reaches the open market on Tuesday at 5:00 pm CT, but the Cavaliers are trying to prevent that from happening. The two sides are having...

Lakers cut ties with former 1st-round pick before free agency

Los Angeles is getting its roster into shape.

How Warriors' Kristaps Porzingis $40 million decision just made it harder to get LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Golden State may be signaling what it thinks will really happen.

Lakers endorse Bronny James to rise up the rotation with Nick Smith Jr. decision

The Los Angeles Lakers seemingly endorsed Bronny James for a role in the rotation by declining Nick Smith Jr.'s team option.

Siegel’s Latest: Beal, Jovic, Murray, Holiday, Randle, Wade

The Heat and veteran guard Bradley Beal have mutual interest after the two-time All-Star opted out of his $5.62MM player option to become an unrestricted free agent, according to Brett Siegel of...

10 biggest names who could move in NBA offseason, from LeBron James to Scoot Henderson

After Ja Morant, LaMelo Ball and Giannis Antetokounmpo have switched teams, who might be next?

Sources: RFA Duren to meet with Lakers, Kings

Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren has a pair of meetings set up with the Lakers and Kings when free agency begins in earnest on Tuesday.

Lakers’ Smith, Kings’ Hayes Have Team Options Declined

The Lakers have opted against exercising Nick Smith Jr.‘s team option for the 2026/27 season, and the Kings have likewise declined Killian Hayes‘ ’26/27 option, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac...

UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky Misses Out on Prestigious Award Despite Electric Season

UCLA baseball's Roch Cholowsky fell short of the Golden Spikes Award despite his amazing season for the Bruins in 2026. The post UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky Misses Out on Prestigious Award Despite...

Jalen Duren landing spots: Lakers, Kings in pursuit of Pistons' All-NBA big man

Duren is one of the top restricted free agents on the board when free agency opens on Tuesday

Lakers decline Nick Smith Jr.’s team option

After a mixed bag first season, the Lakers are declining Nick Smith Jr.’s team option for next season. The Lakers landed Smith Jr. on a two-way deal at the very start of the preseason after he was...

Lakers Rumors: Nick Smith Jr. Team Option Declined

This offseason should be an interesting one for the Los Angeles Lakers as a lot of moves need to be made in order to vault them into championship contention. The Lakers have a lot of roster spots...

Rams Huge Offseason Among NFL’s Best, Analyst Says

An analyst names the Los Angeles Rams' offseason among the NFL's best after blockbuster moves for Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and QB Ty Simpson. The post Rams Huge Offseason Among NFL’s Best,...

Lakers have far more to offer Jalen Duren than the Kings in sign-and-trade talks

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly in a bidding war for Jalen Duren with the Sacramento Kings. It should be an easy choice.

Lakers' stance on Bronny James is crystal clear after crucial contract decision

The Los Angeles Lakers fully guaranteed Bronny James contract for next season.

USC Basketball Superstar Back on Court After Devastating ACL Injury

Arguably the biggest star in women’s college basketball is making her long-awaited return to the court this season after suffering an ACL tear in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. USC...

Lakers to have call with Jalen Duren when free agency opens

The Lakers have inserted themselves into one of the biggest developing stories in the hours leading up to free agency. After setting themselves up to try to steal Austin Reaves in free agency, the...

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