July 1, 2026

LeBron James Won’t Return To Los Angeles Lakers, Will Enter Free Agency

LeBron James Won’t Return To Los Angeles Lakers, Will Enter Free Agency
LeBron James Won’t Return To Los Angeles Lakers, Will Enter Free Agency
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LeBron James Won’t Return To Los Angeles Lakers, Will Enter Free Agency
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Reese and Alex discuss NBA free agency and LeBron James reportedly leaving the Lakers after 8 years.

It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue? What other moves were made in free agency yesterday?