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• Duke Summer League Schedule

  30-06-2026 13:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here is the Summer League schedule for Duke’s NBA rookies for those who need a hoops fix and a break from World Cup play. We formatted it for our purposes, but credit to @BeardedBlueDevl for pulling it together over on X.Don’t read too much into these games, though. Look at what ESPN said about Cooper Flagg’s debut last season. California Classic (July 3–6) Fri., July 3 • 7:00 PM CTHeat vs. Spurs (Maliq Brown) Sun., July 5 • 6:00 PM CT Spurs vs. W
  
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• Kawhi Leonard reportedly traded back to Raptors as Clippers move on from star forward

  30-06-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  Kawhi Leonard is on the move back to Toronto.The Los Angeles Clippers opted against handing the 35-year-old Leonard an extension and opted to send him to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.In return, the Raptors will get Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple future draft picks.The move comes with Leonard owed $50 million in the final year of his deal.The move puts an end to the Leonard era in Los Angeles. That pairing was — at times — very pro
  
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• Dallas Mavericks Exercise Ryan Nembhard’s Team Option

  30-06-2026 21:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 12: Ryan Nembhard #9 of the Dallas Mavericks walks backcourt during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at American Airlines Center on April 12, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks will exercise point guard Ryan Nembhard&rs
  
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• LeBron James breaks silence on leaving Lakers, 'Hope I made a few proud'

  30-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  The cat's out the bag. LeBron James is not returning to the Los Angeles Lakers for his 24th NBA season. And the King has spoken. The four-time NBA champion first joined the Lakers in the summer of 2018. Eight summers later, James is hanging up his Laker jersey for a new basketball home in the twilight of his career.His agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul informed ESPN that the Lakers can begin their offseason plans without James in mind, deciding to test free agency at age 41. The sports world re
  
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• Report: Cavs looking to clear space for LeBron by trading two players

  30-06-2026 21:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 25: Max Strus #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers guards LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 25, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 121-115. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Imag
  
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• 9 LeBron James landing spots in NBA free agency that actually make sense, ranked

  30-06-2026 21:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Im
  
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• LeBron James isn't the only high school draftee with a long NBA career. Who else did?

  30-06-2026 21:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  It's official - LeBron James is leaving the Lakers. The one thing he still isn't leaving, however, is the league. His record-setting NBA career has already rewritten the history books and redefined longevity, and it all started decades ago in a way that most NBA careers do not: right after high school graduation.In the elite group of NBA players that have made the jump straight from high school to the NBA, there have been a number of successful careers – and, with James as a prime example,
  
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• LeBron James will hit NBA Free Agency — Here are his best landing spots for fantasy basketball

  30-06-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  LeBron James has informed the Lakers that he'll be playing elsewhere in 2026-27, ending his eight-year run in Los Angeles. The three known suitors are the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and Golden State Warriors. None of these are confirmed signings yet, but let's break down the fantasy basketball pros and cons of each scenario and land on a verdict for where his value, and the value of the players around him, lands best. Cleveland CavaliersPros: A reunion with his original franchise carries ob
  
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• LA Lakers say goodbye to LeBron James after he opts for free agency

  30-06-2026 20:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  There's never a right time to say goodbye because it's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday.After eight seasons, one NBA title and countless of memories, the Los Angeles Lakers are saying farewell to LeBron James, who opted to gauge interest in the free agency market.ESPN insider Shams Charania reported the Lakers had interest in bringing him back, but James did not reciprocate that sentiment. Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told Charania that James informed the Lakers that the organization can move
  
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• Lakers, Luka Dončić react to LeBron James leaving team in free agency: 'One of the greatest athletes in history'

  30-06-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  tAfter eight seasons, LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. James reportedly informed the team Tuesday that he was looking to play elsewhere during the 2026-27 NBA season.Shortly after that news broke, the Lakers confirmed as much, putting out a supportive and emotional letter from Jeanie Buss thanking James for his contributions to the franchise.Buss’ full note read:“LeBron James is one of the greatest athletes in history. We will always be thankful for his eight years wit
  
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• LeBron James landing spots: Four teams that make sense as The King leaves the Lakers

  30-06-2026 20:37 via cbssports.com
  
  The Warriors and Cavaliers lead this list, but there will be some darkhorses in the LeBron free agency sweepstakes
  
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• Basketball superstar James to leave LA Lakers

  30-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James was an NBA champion in 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2020 [Getty Images]NBA superstar LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and will continue his career with another team.James, 41, has spent the past eight seasons with the Lakers and helped the franchise win the 2020 NBA title.He has played alongside his son Bronny, 21, since 2024.Media reports suggest the league's all-time leading scorer is a target for the Golden State Warriors.The Lakers said: "LeBron James is one of the greates
  
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• Will LeBron James go to the Golden State Warriors? What we know

  30-06-2026 20:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James isn’t expected to be back in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey after informing the team that they can move on without him,A person familiar with the situation who was not authorized to speak publicly confirmed to USA TODAY Sports what was first reported by ESPN insider Shams Charania.Now all of a sudden, those rumors you heard about James potentially taking his talents to the Bay Area seem more and more believable.But hold your horses. It's not a clear cut path, just yet. According
  
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• Sandro Mamukelashvili is drawing interest from several teams. The Sixers should be one of them

  30-06-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  TORONTO, CANADA - APRIL 26: Sandro Mamukelashvili #54 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on April 26, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• What's next for Bronny James now that LeBron James is leaving Lakers?

  30-06-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers are losing LeBron James. So what does that mean for the future of Bronny James?They made history together in 2024, becoming the first father and son to share the court -- not to mention playing for the same team -- during an NBA game. And they continued to share the same locker room and suit up purple-and-gold for the past two seasons.But that feel-good history gave way to reality when ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday, June 30, reported LeBron James has informed the Lakers
  
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• Where will LeBron James play after Lakers exit? Five potential landing spots

  30-06-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  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 Lakershe 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 ahea
  
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• Sports world reacts as LeBron James won't play for Lakers in 24th season

  30-06-2026 19:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James has shocked the basketball world with his latest career update that he will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers in his 24th season. James’ announcement comes on the day of free agency, which officially begins at 6 p.m. ET Tuesday, June 30. ESPN insider Shams Charania first reported that James, 41, informed the team that they can begin to move on without him as he pursues his NBA future as a free agent.James joined the Lakers in the summer of 2018 and has spent the l
  
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• NBA Championship Odds 2027: Lakers Drop to +3500 with LeBron Moving On

  30-06-2026 19:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Well, the moves start comin' and they don't stop comin', Shams hits send and we hit the ground runnin...NBA Championship odds once again saw a huge movement, with LeBron James confirming that he will indeed be back for the 24th season of his career...just not with the Los Angeles Lakers.Still sitting atop the NBA odds board are the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Check out the full list of
  
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• Center Kristaps Porzingis re-signing with Warriors on two-year, $40 million deal, AP source says

  30-06-2026 19:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Center Kristaps Porzingis has reached agreement on a two-year, $40 million contract to remain with the Golden State Warriors, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the deal has not been finalized or announced by the team. This keeps Porzingis off the market as the NBA's free-agency period begins.The 30-year-old Latvian joined Golden State at the February trade d
  
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• Lakers guarantee Bronny James’ contract for 2026-27 season

  30-06-2026 19:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 16: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on March 16, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images After showing promise in his sophomore season, the Lakers will continue investing in Bronny James.On Monday, the team guaranteed Bronny’s contract for next season, set at $2.3 million, by keeping him on the roster. Keith Smith of Spotrac reported the news on Tuesd
  
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• LeBron James is a big favorite to join Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors at sportsbooks and prediction markets

  30-06-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  News came on Tuesday afternoon that LeBron James wouldn’t be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers and that he would be entering free agency, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.The NBA’s all-time scoring leader and four-time champion will have a new team for the 2026-27 season, but where will he play?Sportsbooks and prediction markets both have one team as a heavy favorite: Stephen Curry’s Golden State Warriors.The Warriors are a -500 favorite (83% implied probability) to be James&r
  
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• Report: Hawks welcome back Landale with one-year, $14 million deal

  30-06-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  DETROIT, MI - MARCH 25: Jock Landale #31 of the Atlanta Hawks boxes out during the game against the Detroit Pistons on March 25, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Atlan
  
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• Cavs are interested in another reunion with LeBron James

  30-06-2026 19:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 31: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first half at Crypto.com Arena on March 31, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) | Getty Images LeBron James is no longe
  
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• What to watch as Suns free agency officially begins

  30-06-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 10: Collin Sexton #2 of the Utah Jazz goes to the basket during the game against Luke Kennard #10 of the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on November 10, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images) | Getty Images We’ve arrived at NBA free agency day, the
  
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• Hoosiers Daily News: Thomas Bryant, Trayce Jackson-Davis return to Cavaliers, Raptors

  30-06-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers center Micah Potter (11) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (3) during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images NBA free agency is in full swing and there’s a couple Hoosiers who are staying put with their current teams.Thomas Bryant, who spent the 2025-26 season with the Eastern Conference runner-up Cleveland Cavaliers, recently inked a one year dea
  
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• LeBron James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere

  30-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James will not be back with the Los Angeles Lakers and plans to play a record-extending 24th NBA season elsewhere.His decision is perhaps the biggest domino that will fall during the NBA's offseason player movement window, alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded by Milwaukee to Miami — one of James' former stops. The Lakers released a statement Tuesday thanking James for his eight seasons with the club.“LeBron James is one of the greatest athletes in history,” said
  
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• LeBron hits free agency: James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere

  30-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, which means another decision awaits.A mere 16 years after his first famed “decision” — the one that saw him leave Cleveland for Miami — James is getting ready to change uniforms once again. He has told the Lakers that his eight-year run with them is over and that he'll play a record-extending 24th NBA season elsewhere.James has made clear many times in recent years that more championships are his motivation, which means it's
  
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• LeBron James informs Lakers he plans to play elsewhere in 2026-27, says Rich Paul

  30-06-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After eight seasons and an NBA title, the LeBron era for the Los Angeles Lakers is coming to an end.LeBron James will play his unprecedented 24th season in 2026-27, but he has informed the Lakers that the team can move forward without him because he will play elsewhere, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul tells Shams Charania of ESPN.After eight seasons with the Lakers, including leading the franchise to the 2020 NBA championship, James departs and enters free agency set to join a new team.
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• BREAKING: LeBron James to leave Lakers, enter free agency before 24th NBA season

  30-06-2026 18:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 19: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at Kaseya Center on March 19, 2026 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images Four-time NBA champion LeBron James is set to leave the Los Angeles Lakers and e
  
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• With LeBron James set to leave the Lakers, what's next for Bronny?

  30-06-2026 18:33 via cbssports.com
  
  LeBron's free agency sweepstakes open Tuesday, so what does that mean for his son's NBA career?
  
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