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LeBron James informs Lakers he will play elsewhere as Warriors plan to pursue: ESPN
By ESPN at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Lebron James will continue his NBA career during the 2026-27 season, but has informed the Lakers that the franchise can move on without him. Sources told ESPN that the Golden State Warriors were planning to pursue James.
Key takeaway Sources told ESPN that the Golden State Warriors were planning to pursue James.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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