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LeBron hits free agency: James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
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...
Key takeaway 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.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The news of LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers may seem like a distant development to Alamo Heights residents, but it has implications for local basketball fans. With James potentially joining the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio area fans may have more opportunities to see him play live, given the Warriors' proximity to Texas. The Spurs, San Antonio's home team, will likely face the Warriors multiple times during the upcoming season, and a James-led Warriors team would undoubtedly generate significant interest and excitement among local fans. Additionally, the Spurs' own offseason moves may be influenced by the shifting landscape of the NBA's Western Conference, where the Warriors and other teams are retooling their rosters. As the NBA's free agent period unfolds, Alamo Heights residents can expect to see more news about player movements and their potential impact on the local basketball scene.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? 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...
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