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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2026 · 11 MIN

Why Is LeBron James Leaving The Los Angeles Lakers?

from The Best of the Sports Shop

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss why LeBron James left the Lakers and compare the end of the Laker careers of LeBron and Kobe Bryant. It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Why did LeBron leave L.A.? Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue?

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