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LeBron James to leave Lakers, play elsewhere in 24th NBA season, his agent confirms
By Austin Turner at CBS4 Miami
· June 30, 2026
· 4 min read
LeBron James, widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history, will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and play elsewhere during the 2026-2027 season, his agent confirmed to CBS LA.The 41-year-old free agent spent eight seasons on the team and led the franchise to its 17th NBA champions
Key takeaway We will always be thankful for his eight years with the Lakers – including the title he led us to in 2020 under the toughest imaginable circumstances and the countless records he broke in purple and gold," Buss said.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's own NBA fans will be watching with interest as LeBron James explores new team options, given his history with the Miami Heat. James led the Heat to multiple NBA championships during his previous stint in South Florida, and his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers may spark speculation about a potential return to Miami. While it's unclear where James will play next season, his legacy in Miami remains strong, and his influence on the local basketball scene continues to be felt. As the NBA's free agency negotiation window opens, Miami Heat fans may be wondering if their team will make a play for the legendary player, potentially bringing him back to the city where he won multiple championships and cemented his status as one of the all-time greats.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? LeBron James, widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history, will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and play elsewhere during the 2026-2027 season, his agent confirmed to CBS LA.The 41-year-old free agent spent eight seasons on the team and led the franchise to its 17th NBA champions
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