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The next decision for LeBron James is here, and it could once again alter the NBA landscape. The league’s all-time leading scorer has informed the Los Angeles Lakers he plans to play elsewhere during the 2026-27 season , according to multiple reports on Tuesday, June 30 ahead of the start to the league’s free agency period.
James will be the most coveted free agent on the market despite entering his record 24th NBA season, especially if he’s willing to take a pay cut. He signed with the Lakers ahead of the 2018-19 NBA season and won the 2020 NBA championship in the COVID bubble with the franchise. The 41-year-old is just a year removed from earning all-NBA honors.
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The Golden State Warriors are considered the front-runners to sign James after Draymond Green’s decision to opt out of his contract to provide the team with financial flexibility. But it would involve James taking less money than he’s used to and there are other potential suitors, including James’ two former teams.
Here’s a breakdown of the potential NBA free agent landing spots for James now that he has informed the Lakers that he plans to play elsewhere during the 2026-27 season:
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LeBron and Bronny James making NBA history together during 2026 season
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) and forward LeBron James jog up the court after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets of Game 4 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center on April 26, 2026.
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LeBron and Bronny James making NBA history together during 2026 season
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) and forward LeBron James jog up the court after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets of Game 4 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center on April 26, 2026.
(Troy Taormina, Imagn Images)
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LeBron and Bronny James making NBA history together during 2026 season
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) gives the ball to guard Bronny James during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets during Game 3 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota…
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