Event Brief
LeBron James thanks Lakers ahead of free agency exit
Filed: Jun 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: LeBron James confirmed he is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons.
WHO: LeBron James
WHAT: LeBron James confirmed his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers and thanked the team.
WHEN: Jun 30, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: He is preparing to leave the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of his free agency departure.
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