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LeBron tells Lakers he’s playing elsewhere in 2026-27(6/30/2026)-LeBron James is returning to the NBA for a 24th season in 2026-27, but he's already informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he plans on playing for another team. ESPN's Shams Charania was the first to report this story early Tuesday afternoon. Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul informed Charania of the news. "LeBron James is one of the greatest athletes in history. We will always be thankful for his eight years with the Lakers -- including the title he led us to in 2020 under the toughest imaginable circumstances and… ... LeBron tells Lakers he’s playing elsewhere in 2026-27
