LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers for good!

As reported by Sam Sharania, King James informed the Lakers through his agent that he will not be returning with them for the upcoming NBA season, which will find him on another team!

Thus, James is leaving the Lakers after eight seasons during which he wore their jersey and served as their leader, and is now looking for the fourth team of his career, having also played for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Miami Heat.

As for what comes next, reports in the U.S. suggest that his most likely next destination will be the Golden State Warriors, with James, at 41, ready to write the next chapters in his illustrious career!

BREAKING: LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul tells ESPN. pic.twitter.com/zzVk6xUVF1

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— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 30, 2026

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