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News Analysis: LeBron James won't return to the Lakers. Now what?
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News Analysis: LeBron James won't return to the Lakers. Now what?

LA Times · Jul 1, 2026, 10:00 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

A look at who might be returning to join Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, who the Lakers might target during free agency and more.

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