James, goodbye Lakers
LeBron James turns the page on the Lakers after eight seasons, a statue, and a golden legacy. Analysis of the impact on the franchise and global basketball.
LeBron James has officially departed from the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons, marking the end of an era for the California franchise. The decision, announced via a statement, brings to a close a partnership that saw James become the NBA's second-leading scorer of all time, behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. With the Lakers, he won an NBA title in 2020, capping a season defined by the Orlando bubble and a Finals victory over the Heat.
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