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LeBron James Is Officially Done With the Lakers — Warriors Now the Favorite

LeBron James Is Officially Done With the Lakers — Warriors Now the Favorite

Summary

LeBron James has decided to leave the Los Angeles Lakers after the 2025-26 season. He plans to continue playing basketball for a new team, with the Golden State Warriors being the leading contender.

Key Facts

  • In June 2025, LeBron James’s agent said James would stay with the Lakers for the 2025-26 season.
  • James confirmed he will play in the 2026-27 season but not with the Lakers.
  • The Golden State Warriors are the most interested team in signing James next.
  • The Warriors have freed up salary space to try to acquire James.
  • James has good relationships with Warriors players Draymond Green and Steph Curry.
  • The Warriors’ head coach Steve Kerr also worked with James during the 2024 Olympics.
  • Betting markets show over 70% chance James will join the Warriors, with Cleveland and Miami less likely.
  • The Lakers will focus on building their team around Luka Doncic after James’s departure.
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