2 hours ago
Federal agents seized the mobile phone and computer of Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter last September in a wide-ranging probe into the financial dealings of the billionaire's businesses, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The Federal Bureau of Investigation carried out a search warrant aboard a private plane at a Chicago airport where Walter was traveling, said the people, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive matters. The FBI's Chicago field office confirmed that it executed a court-authorized search for a mobile phone and laptop on an aircraft at Midway International Airport on Sept. 18 but declined to comment further.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: FBI seized Lakers owner Mark Walter's phone and computer in federal probe
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This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: FBI seized Lakers owner Mark Walter's phone and computer in federal probe
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2 hours ago
Kevin Durant has blunt response to LeBron James 'ring chaser' critics originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After a long wait, LeBron James finally signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24. The contract includes a player option and represents a massive pay cut from the nearly $53 million he made with the Los Angeles Lakers last season.
At 41, James is joining a loaded Sixers roster that already features Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the newly acquired Jaylen Brown. In the process, the shocking figure of his contractv contract is what set off the "ring chasing" talk. Critics online labeled the move as a desperate chase for a fifth ******* le rather than a genuine basketball fit.
James' long-time rival and friend, Kevin Durant, completely disagrees with the critics. Posting on Threads, Durant fired back at the ring-chasing narrative, arguing that fan criticism has turned toxic.
He pointed out that people are quick to judge a player they do not even know personally. His best point came when a fan asked him if joining a stacked team counts as ring chasing.
#critics #million
After a long wait, LeBron James finally signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24. The contract includes a player option and represents a massive pay cut from the nearly $53 million he made with the Los Angeles Lakers last season.
At 41, James is joining a loaded Sixers roster that already features Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the newly acquired Jaylen Brown. In the process, the shocking figure of his contractv contract is what set off the "ring chasing" talk. Critics online labeled the move as a desperate chase for a fifth ******* le rather than a genuine basketball fit.
James' long-time rival and friend, Kevin Durant, completely disagrees with the critics. Posting on Threads, Durant fired back at the ring-chasing narrative, arguing that fan criticism has turned toxic.
He pointed out that people are quick to judge a player they do not even know personally. His best point came when a fan asked him if joining a stacked team counts as ring chasing.
#critics #million
2 hours ago
The LeBron James free agency cycle lasted a little less than a full month. Right before the pandemonium began, he informed the Los Angeles Lakers of his desire to play for a new team. Since then, rumors have continued to circulate about where the four-time MVP could end up.
Finally, the decision was announced on July 24, 2026. Joining his fourth franchise, he was going to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, a veteran insider has gotten the inside scoop on how his new team found out about the decision.
With teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and the Golden State Warriors also in the hunt, there were a ton of options at James' disposal. With almost all of those organizations making major moves, the four-time NBA champion had a lot to ***** s.
Ultimately, though, the allure of playing alongside one of his favorite young players, Tyrese Maxey, alongside the complete roster the 76ers sported after trading for Jaylen Brown was enough to sway his decision.
However, Marc Stein on his Substack confirmed that the decision wasn't made in haste. Instead, James made up his mind just hours before it was revealed to the world at large.
#james #decision #four #right
Finally, the decision was announced on July 24, 2026. Joining his fourth franchise, he was going to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, a veteran insider has gotten the inside scoop on how his new team found out about the decision.
With teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and the Golden State Warriors also in the hunt, there were a ton of options at James' disposal. With almost all of those organizations making major moves, the four-time NBA champion had a lot to ***** s.
Ultimately, though, the allure of playing alongside one of his favorite young players, Tyrese Maxey, alongside the complete roster the 76ers sported after trading for Jaylen Brown was enough to sway his decision.
However, Marc Stein on his Substack confirmed that the decision wasn't made in haste. Instead, James made up his mind just hours before it was revealed to the world at large.
#james #decision #four #right
3 hours ago
Magic Johnson is optimistic about the Los Angeles Lakers' summer rebuild following LeBron James' departure.
The Lakers have signed seven new players, including two draft picks, to build around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
These include former Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler and ex-Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili.
However, Johnson appears most pleased with the Lakers' one-year, $3.3 million signing of Matisse Thybulle.
Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images
#Lakers #johnson #Magic #lebron
The Lakers have signed seven new players, including two draft picks, to build around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
These include former Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler and ex-Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili.
However, Johnson appears most pleased with the Lakers' one-year, $3.3 million signing of Matisse Thybulle.
Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images
#Lakers #johnson #Magic #lebron
8 hours ago
Matisse Thybulle is officially headed to the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced on Monday, giving the team a proven perimeter defender to its reshaped roster.
Thybulle, 29, is a two-time NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection, adding one of the league's most disruptive defensive players to piece alongside Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and new starting center Walker Kessler.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Thybulle spent last season with the Portland Trail Blazers, playing in 30 games off the bench while averaging 5.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 16.0 minutes per game.
He also shot 39.8% from 3-point range last season, developing into a consistent 3-and-D piece as he shot 41.8% comibied in the last two seasons. The only knock is he only played just 45 games the last two seasons.
#thybulle #team #only
Thybulle, 29, is a two-time NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection, adding one of the league's most disruptive defensive players to piece alongside Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and new starting center Walker Kessler.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Thybulle spent last season with the Portland Trail Blazers, playing in 30 games off the bench while averaging 5.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 16.0 minutes per game.
He also shot 39.8% from 3-point range last season, developing into a consistent 3-and-D piece as he shot 41.8% comibied in the last two seasons. The only knock is he only played just 45 games the last two seasons.
#thybulle #team #only
9 hours ago
Cavaliers reportedly meeting with ex-Warriors champion Jonathan ***** inga to gain edge over Lakers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers are doing everything they can to convince Jonathan ***** inga to join their respective organizations. As a restricted free agent, ***** inga's future is complicated by the Atlanta Hawks, who still have significant control over the process.
The Lakers have been pursuing ***** inga since the beginning of the offseason, and at one point it appeared they were well-positioned to get a deal done. However, ***** inga was not interested in Los Angeles' initial contract offer.
"The Lakers could've signed him to a 2 year, $20M deal. He was not interested in that. I've heard he's been looking for closer to $20M AAV... There's a gap," Lakers insider Jovan Buha said.
Since then, ***** inga's free agency has become one of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason. The former NBA champion is reportedly seeking a contract worth more than $20 million annually.
#Lakers #kuminga #cavaliers #reportedly
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers are doing everything they can to convince Jonathan ***** inga to join their respective organizations. As a restricted free agent, ***** inga's future is complicated by the Atlanta Hawks, who still have significant control over the process.
The Lakers have been pursuing ***** inga since the beginning of the offseason, and at one point it appeared they were well-positioned to get a deal done. However, ***** inga was not interested in Los Angeles' initial contract offer.
"The Lakers could've signed him to a 2 year, $20M deal. He was not interested in that. I've heard he's been looking for closer to $20M AAV... There's a gap," Lakers insider Jovan Buha said.
Since then, ***** inga's free agency has become one of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason. The former NBA champion is reportedly seeking a contract worth more than $20 million annually.
#Lakers #kuminga #cavaliers #reportedly
11 hours ago
LeBron James' newest goal could help him make NBA history with the Philadelphia 76ers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Across the 23 years he has played in the NBA, LeBron James has set and shattered plenty of historical records. He has earned accolades for being the youngest to do so and the oldest to do so. It is a tremendous testament to his impressive longevity and unmatched talent.
Now that he is entering his 24th season, James has taken on a new challenge, and that is playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. This is a huge test for James because his intention is to win a championship with Philly, a team that has not won the championship since 1983, a year before he was even born.
As one of the league's greatest-ever players, LeBron is a phenomenon. He always finds ways to make a winning impact for his team, which he has done for every team he has played for. He had two championships with the Miami Heat, one with his Cleveland Cavaliers, and one with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Only four players in NBA history have won championships with NBA teams, which are Robert Horry, John Salley, LeBron, and his former teammate, Danny Green. With this move to Philly, James is ready to make history yet again.
#lebron #philadelphia
Across the 23 years he has played in the NBA, LeBron James has set and shattered plenty of historical records. He has earned accolades for being the youngest to do so and the oldest to do so. It is a tremendous testament to his impressive longevity and unmatched talent.
Now that he is entering his 24th season, James has taken on a new challenge, and that is playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. This is a huge test for James because his intention is to win a championship with Philly, a team that has not won the championship since 1983, a year before he was even born.
As one of the league's greatest-ever players, LeBron is a phenomenon. He always finds ways to make a winning impact for his team, which he has done for every team he has played for. He had two championships with the Miami Heat, one with his Cleveland Cavaliers, and one with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Only four players in NBA history have won championships with NBA teams, which are Robert Horry, John Salley, LeBron, and his former teammate, Danny Green. With this move to Philly, James is ready to make history yet again.
#lebron #philadelphia
3 days ago
Good morning, BBN!
It finally happened: LeBron James has decided where he wants to play next, and he's pairing up with former Wildcats Tyrese Maxey and Justin Edwards with the Philadelphia 76ers.
If you're a LeBron fan, like me, you have to be on cloud 9.
If you're not, but you're a Kentucky fan, you should still be very excited. The last time LeBron teamed up with a former Cat, it resulted in a championship. LeBron and AD were unstoppable when they first teamed up with the Los Angeles Lakers; I wish we could've seen them healthier together.
Nonetheless, it looks like this will be LeBron's last stop before retirement, and what better way to finish it than with Maxey, Edwards, V.J. Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, and Joel Embiid.
#former #last #james
It finally happened: LeBron James has decided where he wants to play next, and he's pairing up with former Wildcats Tyrese Maxey and Justin Edwards with the Philadelphia 76ers.
If you're a LeBron fan, like me, you have to be on cloud 9.
If you're not, but you're a Kentucky fan, you should still be very excited. The last time LeBron teamed up with a former Cat, it resulted in a championship. LeBron and AD were unstoppable when they first teamed up with the Los Angeles Lakers; I wish we could've seen them healthier together.
Nonetheless, it looks like this will be LeBron's last stop before retirement, and what better way to finish it than with Maxey, Edwards, V.J. Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, and Joel Embiid.
#former #last #james
3 days ago
According to at least three sources, everything changed in Philadelphia when first-year president of basketball operations Mike Gansey pulled off the bombshell acquisition of Brown, the 2024 NBA Finals MVP, from the Boston Celtics for George and four future picks — two firsts and two seconds — on July 1, after LeBron James had already announced his decision to leave the Lakers. Before that trade, the 76ers, internally, considered themselves longshots for James. Afterward, though, they were all in. "Now, we've got a pretty interesting roster," said a team source with knowledge of the franchise's pursuit of James, who was speaking after the Brown trade but before James picked Philadelphia.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: "Now, we've got a pretty interesting roster," said a …
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This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: "Now, we've got a pretty interesting roster," said a …
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3 days ago
LeBron James is set to join the Philadelphia 76ers following his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers.
The news broke on Friday as fans across the world waited eagerly on James' decision.
James will be looking to help the 76ers win their first ring since 1983 as he inks a two-year deal in Philadelphia.
At the age of 41, James has already played 23 years in the NBA, but remains hungry for more despite the riches he has secured over his career.
Despite being the global superstar that he is, James' proposed contract with the 76ers will be significantly lower than what he's been earning in years gone by.
#philadelphia #years #join
The news broke on Friday as fans across the world waited eagerly on James' decision.
James will be looking to help the 76ers win their first ring since 1983 as he inks a two-year deal in Philadelphia.
At the age of 41, James has already played 23 years in the NBA, but remains hungry for more despite the riches he has secured over his career.
Despite being the global superstar that he is, James' proposed contract with the 76ers will be significantly lower than what he's been earning in years gone by.
#philadelphia #years #join
3 days ago
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 07: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #3 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half of the 2025-2026 Emirates NBA Cup game at FedExForum on November 07, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Wes Hale/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 25: Marc Gasol #14 ; LeBron James #23 and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers while paying the Dallas Mavericks at Staples Center on December 25, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 06: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a three point basket during the second quarter against the Miami Heat in Game Four of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 6, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. **** /Getty Images)
On Friday night, Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime reported the news that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and the Memphis Grizzlies are working on a buyout.
He would then join the Philadelphia 76ers as a free agent.
#memphis
LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 25: Marc Gasol #14 ; LeBron James #23 and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers while paying the Dallas Mavericks at Staples Center on December 25, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 06: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a three point basket during the second quarter against the Miami Heat in Game Four of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 6, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. **** /Getty Images)
On Friday night, Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime reported the news that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and the Memphis Grizzlies are working on a buyout.
He would then join the Philadelphia 76ers as a free agent.
#memphis
3 days ago
LeBron James certainly took his time when it came to choosing his next NBA team in free agency after the Los Angeles Lakers were informed on June 30 that he wouldn't be staying with them. On Friday, July 23, he finally decided to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract with a player option on the second year.
There was some speculation about why he was prolonging the process and taking so long. Now that he's walking into what has to be the most stacked roster he has ever joined, fans have had a wide range of reactions, especially on X (formerly Twitter).
Some Lakers fans felt that if James came back on a veteran minimum contract, he would be a perfect fit for an L.A. squad that lacks a starting-level forward. This fan feels the superstar simply didn't believe in the roster L.A. now has.
In response, this fan feels James is creating a built-in excuse in the event the 76ers don't win the NBA championship this coming season.
These fans feel James' decision is typical of his moves over the years to join frontrunning teams. Philly traded for five-time All-Star wing and 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown a few weeks ago, and it will now have what many will likely consider a superteam with Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey alongside James.
#roster
There was some speculation about why he was prolonging the process and taking so long. Now that he's walking into what has to be the most stacked roster he has ever joined, fans have had a wide range of reactions, especially on X (formerly Twitter).
Some Lakers fans felt that if James came back on a veteran minimum contract, he would be a perfect fit for an L.A. squad that lacks a starting-level forward. This fan feels the superstar simply didn't believe in the roster L.A. now has.
In response, this fan feels James is creating a built-in excuse in the event the 76ers don't win the NBA championship this coming season.
These fans feel James' decision is typical of his moves over the years to join frontrunning teams. Philly traded for five-time All-Star wing and 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown a few weeks ago, and it will now have what many will likely consider a superteam with Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey alongside James.
#roster
3 days ago
LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers has woken up every Philly celebrity.
When LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers, many reported that whichever team he joins next will also factor in his love for golf.
Well, Philadelphia has some of the best golf courses in the world, and it was apparently enough to woo James to sign a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers.
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Speaking of James' move to the 76ers, many star athletes have already shared their reactions to it, and this includes Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley.
#philly
When LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers, many reported that whichever team he joins next will also factor in his love for golf.
Well, Philadelphia has some of the best golf courses in the world, and it was apparently enough to woo James to sign a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers.
Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images
Speaking of James' move to the 76ers, many star athletes have already shared their reactions to it, and this includes Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley.
#philly
3 days ago
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope won his first ring next to LeBron James, now he is headed to Philadelphia to try and do it again.
Caldwell-Pope and the Grizzlies are working out a buyout, and once the veteran wing clears waivers, he intends to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes.
KCP moving on from Memphis is not a surprise. He was brought in while the team still had Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. and was looking to win. With the Grizzlies pivoting to a youth movement — plus they are dealing with a roster crunch — it makes sense to buy out KCP, who is set to make $ 21.6 million this season. (KCP likely gives the Grizzlies a discount of exactly how much he can sign with the 76ers for.)
Caldwell-Pope was a key part of the Lakers' **** le run in the bubble, and three years later became a starter for the Denver team that won a **** le behind Nikola Jokic.
However, the past couple of seasons his game has slipped. Last season in Memphis, he averaged just 8.4 points a game and shot 31.6% from 3-point range. He was out from February on after having surgery to adjust a misaligned pinky finger on his right hand.
#philadelphia #sign #title
Caldwell-Pope and the Grizzlies are working out a buyout, and once the veteran wing clears waivers, he intends to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes.
KCP moving on from Memphis is not a surprise. He was brought in while the team still had Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. and was looking to win. With the Grizzlies pivoting to a youth movement — plus they are dealing with a roster crunch — it makes sense to buy out KCP, who is set to make $ 21.6 million this season. (KCP likely gives the Grizzlies a discount of exactly how much he can sign with the 76ers for.)
Caldwell-Pope was a key part of the Lakers' **** le run in the bubble, and three years later became a starter for the Denver team that won a **** le behind Nikola Jokic.
However, the past couple of seasons his game has slipped. Last season in Memphis, he averaged just 8.4 points a game and shot 31.6% from 3-point range. He was out from February on after having surgery to adjust a misaligned pinky finger on his right hand.
#philadelphia #sign #title
3 days ago
LeBron,
Now that you've officially taken your talents to Philadelphia—your fourth stop, your "last decision," your two-year, $8-million victory lap—Laker fans across the globe can finally exhale.
The eight-year experiment is over. And we have a confession to make: from Watts to Westwood, we never wanted you.
Let's be honest about what you were. You were a mercenary, not a Laker. A hired gun who wore purple and gold but never bled it.
Fred Roggin said it best: "He wore a Laker uniform, but he wasn't a Laker. I always felt that way. I think with LeBron, it's about LeBron." Byron Scott, a man who actually earned his place in Lakers lore, agreed—you're "not a true Laker."
#laker #westwood
Now that you've officially taken your talents to Philadelphia—your fourth stop, your "last decision," your two-year, $8-million victory lap—Laker fans across the globe can finally exhale.
The eight-year experiment is over. And we have a confession to make: from Watts to Westwood, we never wanted you.
Let's be honest about what you were. You were a mercenary, not a Laker. A hired gun who wore purple and gold but never bled it.
Fred Roggin said it best: "He wore a Laker uniform, but he wasn't a Laker. I always felt that way. I think with LeBron, it's about LeBron." Byron Scott, a man who actually earned his place in Lakers lore, agreed—you're "not a true Laker."
#laker #westwood
4 days ago
Donald Trump offered his take on LeBron James' blockbuster move to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday after a reporter asked the president to weigh in on the perennial debate over whether James or Michael Jordan is the NBA's greatest player.
"Well, Michael Jordan is a guy who is a friend of mine, play golf with him. He's a really good guy," Trump said during a Friday press conference in the Oval Office, before pivoting to a bizarre aside about James.
"And I think LeBron is, maybe he's a racist, but maybe he doesn't like Trump, I don't know. But I only like people that like me," the president added. "So, I would say Michael Jordan all the way."
You can watch the moment in the clip below:
James was in the news Friday after he announced that he had chosen to join the Philadelphia 76ers following his exit from the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons.
"I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James wrote in a Friday X post. "I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give."
#game #lebron #philadelphia
"Well, Michael Jordan is a guy who is a friend of mine, play golf with him. He's a really good guy," Trump said during a Friday press conference in the Oval Office, before pivoting to a bizarre aside about James.
"And I think LeBron is, maybe he's a racist, but maybe he doesn't like Trump, I don't know. But I only like people that like me," the president added. "So, I would say Michael Jordan all the way."
You can watch the moment in the clip below:
James was in the news Friday after he announced that he had chosen to join the Philadelphia 76ers following his exit from the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons.
"I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James wrote in a Friday X post. "I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give."
#game #lebron #philadelphia
4 days ago
LeBron James announced on Friday he will play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season, with the 41-year-old NBA superstar hoping to transform another franchise into a championship team.
James, the NBA all-time scoring leader and a four-time NBA Most Valuable Player, has won four **** les in a 23-year career, most recently with the Los Angeles Lakers.
But "King James" announced on June 30 that he would depart the Lakers as a free agent, sparking a frenzy of speculation as to his next team.
"I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X.
James sparked the Miami Heat to NBA crowns in 2013 and 2014, brought his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers a **** le in 2016 and delivered a championship for the Lakers in 2020.
#time
James, the NBA all-time scoring leader and a four-time NBA Most Valuable Player, has won four **** les in a 23-year career, most recently with the Los Angeles Lakers.
But "King James" announced on June 30 that he would depart the Lakers as a free agent, sparking a frenzy of speculation as to his next team.
"I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X.
James sparked the Miami Heat to NBA crowns in 2013 and 2014, brought his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers a **** le in 2016 and delivered a championship for the Lakers in 2020.
#time
4 days ago
Ranking the 10 greatest players to ever play for the 76ers, from LeBron James to Charles Barkley originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
As one of the NBA's true eternals, the 76ers have housed plenty of memorable players over the years.
The franchise has failed to collect NBA hardware for its trouble, failing to qualify for the Finals since 2001. Success still runs rife for the Philadelphians, who added another glittering name to a roster increasingly filled with them - at least in the starting lineup.
The 76ers landed LeBron James in free agency, agreeing to a two-year, $8 million deal to bring the Cavaliers, Heat and Lakers legend to the City of Brotherly Love.
James' arrival - and the subsequent hysteria it wrought upon the masses - has us thinking: who are the greatest players to ever play for the 76ers?
#ever
As one of the NBA's true eternals, the 76ers have housed plenty of memorable players over the years.
The franchise has failed to collect NBA hardware for its trouble, failing to qualify for the Finals since 2001. Success still runs rife for the Philadelphians, who added another glittering name to a roster increasingly filled with them - at least in the starting lineup.
The 76ers landed LeBron James in free agency, agreeing to a two-year, $8 million deal to bring the Cavaliers, Heat and Lakers legend to the City of Brotherly Love.
James' arrival - and the subsequent hysteria it wrought upon the masses - has us thinking: who are the greatest players to ever play for the 76ers?
#ever
4 days ago
The Philadelphia 76ers landed LeBron James in free agency as they were able to land the future Hall of Famer on a 2-year $8 million deal with the second year being a player option. James will now join Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, and VJ Edgecombe to form one of the strongest starting lineups in the history of the game.
With that being said, what does that mean for his son, Bronny James? The Los Angeles Lakers selected the younger James with the No. 55 pick in the 2024 NBA draft to team him up with his father. The Lakers did guarantee Bronny's deal for the 2026-27 season, but with LeBron joining Philadelphia, there was speculation that he would want his son with him.
However, per Rich Paul, that will not be the case. Neither player is tied at the hip. Bronny will continue his career with the Lakers.
As for LeBron, he will look to begin building chemistry and getting everything in line with the Sixers. Bronny will continue on with the Lakers and look to carve out his own role and legacy a bit in LA as he grows and develops as a player.
This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: What's next for Bronny James after LeBron signs with the Sixers?
#james #Lakers
With that being said, what does that mean for his son, Bronny James? The Los Angeles Lakers selected the younger James with the No. 55 pick in the 2024 NBA draft to team him up with his father. The Lakers did guarantee Bronny's deal for the 2026-27 season, but with LeBron joining Philadelphia, there was speculation that he would want his son with him.
However, per Rich Paul, that will not be the case. Neither player is tied at the hip. Bronny will continue his career with the Lakers.
As for LeBron, he will look to begin building chemistry and getting everything in line with the Sixers. Bronny will continue on with the Lakers and look to carve out his own role and legacy a bit in LA as he grows and develops as a player.
This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: What's next for Bronny James after LeBron signs with the Sixers?
#james #Lakers
4 days ago
Will LeBron James and the 76es play the Lakers this season? originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
It's official: LeBron James is going from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA star, 41, announced the news on Friday, finally ending weeks of wondering where the basketball legend would end up.
When announcing his new team, James even admitted that he wasn't sure if he was going to retire or not after the 2025 season.
"I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James shared. "I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give."
Just like it was exciting seeing James take on the Cleveland Cavaliers for the first time after he left that franchise, it'll be just as interesting to see how he handles going up against the Lakers.
#james #Lakers #going #sporting
It's official: LeBron James is going from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA star, 41, announced the news on Friday, finally ending weeks of wondering where the basketball legend would end up.
When announcing his new team, James even admitted that he wasn't sure if he was going to retire or not after the 2025 season.
"I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James shared. "I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give."
Just like it was exciting seeing James take on the Cleveland Cavaliers for the first time after he left that franchise, it'll be just as interesting to see how he handles going up against the Lakers.
#james #Lakers #going #sporting
4 days ago
The Boston Celtics have not had a fun offseason. To start July, they traded star guard Jaylen Brown, who was once the longest-tenured Celtic, to the rival Philadelphia 76ers for veteran wing Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens implied that the flexibility provided by that move would be more apparent in the future, but, at present, the blockbuster trade has left a sour taste in the mouths of many Celtics fans who are hungry for another ******* le.
Then, on Friday morning, ESPN insider Shams Charania broke the news everybody had been waiting for, reporting that four-time MVP LeBron James opted to take his talents to The City of Brotherly Love via a two-year, $8 million contract. James, a former member of the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers, has played for some of the Celtics' biggest rivals. He's even burned the C's in the playoffs before, albeit not in the last several years.
His return to the Eastern Conference could reignite that distaste for Boston, and maybe even vault the Sixers into championship contender status. If so, is Stevens partially responsible?
Stevens knew the risk of sending Brown to a rival, in-division team like the 76ers. And he also knew that James was a free agent, as the 22-time All-Star announced his plans to leave the Lakers on Tuesday, June 30.
The very next day, Brown was sent packing to Philly. Stevens told reporters that he lost sleep over the deal, yet he still pulled the trigger when the time came.
#celtics #stevens #james #boston
Then, on Friday morning, ESPN insider Shams Charania broke the news everybody had been waiting for, reporting that four-time MVP LeBron James opted to take his talents to The City of Brotherly Love via a two-year, $8 million contract. James, a former member of the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers, has played for some of the Celtics' biggest rivals. He's even burned the C's in the playoffs before, albeit not in the last several years.
His return to the Eastern Conference could reignite that distaste for Boston, and maybe even vault the Sixers into championship contender status. If so, is Stevens partially responsible?
Stevens knew the risk of sending Brown to a rival, in-division team like the 76ers. And he also knew that James was a free agent, as the 22-time All-Star announced his plans to leave the Lakers on Tuesday, June 30.
The very next day, Brown was sent packing to Philly. Stevens told reporters that he lost sleep over the deal, yet he still pulled the trigger when the time came.
#celtics #stevens #james #boston
4 days ago
League sources, who spoke on the condition anonymity to discuss ongoing negotiations, said what the Lakers are prepared to offer Atlanta in a trade is underwhelming, whereas Cleveland has potentially more appealing trade pieces. The Cavs have been linked to possible trades of veteran forward Max Strus ($16 million) and point guard Dennis Schröder ($14 million). To execute a sign-and-trade transaction, Cleveland must remain under the NBA's first salary apron of roughly $209 million, which is why James Harden remains unsigned.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: To execute a sign-and-trade transaction, Cleveland …
#trade #cleveland
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: To execute a sign-and-trade transaction, Cleveland …
#trade #cleveland
4 days ago
LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency as he looks to chase another NBA ***** le before calling it a career. The 22-time All-Star took a significant pay cut to do so.
After making nearly $53 million with the Los Angeles Lakers last season, James accepted a two-year contract worth the veteran minimum. The decision allowed Philadelphia – which already has two of the NBA's eight highest-paid players for 2026-27 in Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown – to be able to afford the 41-year-old superstar.
James' new deal with the 76ers will be worth just under $8 million over two years. He is set to make just under $3.9 million in the first year of his contract, which will mark the least he has earned during a single NBA season, coming in just short of the $4.02 million he made during his rookie season in 2003-04.
Just how cheap is James' deal for his first season in Philadelphia? A total of 292 NBA players will be making more than him during the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, making James one of the best values league-wide.
#season #philadelphia
After making nearly $53 million with the Los Angeles Lakers last season, James accepted a two-year contract worth the veteran minimum. The decision allowed Philadelphia – which already has two of the NBA's eight highest-paid players for 2026-27 in Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown – to be able to afford the 41-year-old superstar.
James' new deal with the 76ers will be worth just under $8 million over two years. He is set to make just under $3.9 million in the first year of his contract, which will mark the least he has earned during a single NBA season, coming in just short of the $4.02 million he made during his rookie season in 2003-04.
Just how cheap is James' deal for his first season in Philadelphia? A total of 292 NBA players will be making more than him during the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, making James one of the best values league-wide.
#season #philadelphia
4 days ago
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The social media pitch to bring LeBron James to Philadelphia was an almost naive one from Joel Embiid.
" KingJames hey bro hope you're having a good day...... Want to join us in philly?? Peace," Embiid wrote.
His recruitment skills were on point and James — the four-time NBA champion and career scoring leader — will join Embiid in a startling turn of events on the Philadelphia 76ers.
Ok, fine, just a short 12 years after the July 1, 2014, post.
The 76ers expect James to be worth the wait and hope he can win an NBA championship in Philadelphia much as he did in his previous three stops in Cleveland, Miami and with the Los Angeles Lakers.
#philadelphia #join #want
" KingJames hey bro hope you're having a good day...... Want to join us in philly?? Peace," Embiid wrote.
His recruitment skills were on point and James — the four-time NBA champion and career scoring leader — will join Embiid in a startling turn of events on the Philadelphia 76ers.
Ok, fine, just a short 12 years after the July 1, 2014, post.
The 76ers expect James to be worth the wait and hope he can win an NBA championship in Philadelphia much as he did in his previous three stops in Cleveland, Miami and with the Los Angeles Lakers.
#philadelphia #join #want
4 days ago
LeBron James is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers, and the shockwaves are significant. The conversation dives deep on why LeBron chose Philly over Miami, Cleveland, Golden State and Minnesota, breaking down the Sixers' stacked new lineup and what this means for their championship odds.
Longtime Lakers reporter, Mike Trudell, joins to discuss LeBron's fit, potential legacy impact and fresh leadership role alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown. Then, Sam Esfandiari of the Light Years Ahead podcast jumps in to **** yze Golden State's lack of moves and how the Warriors and other contenders missed out.
(0:36) LeBron James signs with Philadelphia
(9:55) Mike Trudell joins the show
(22:38) LeBron's fit with 76ers
#joins
Longtime Lakers reporter, Mike Trudell, joins to discuss LeBron's fit, potential legacy impact and fresh leadership role alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown. Then, Sam Esfandiari of the Light Years Ahead podcast jumps in to **** yze Golden State's lack of moves and how the Warriors and other contenders missed out.
(0:36) LeBron James signs with Philadelphia
(9:55) Mike Trudell joins the show
(22:38) LeBron's fit with 76ers
#joins
4 days ago
The Brooklyn Nets are now moving on with the rest of their offseason with the 2026 Las Vegas Summer League in the rearview mirror following a successful summer circuit. Brooklyn has made various moves over the course of the summer, including trading for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, and one of the ****** istant coaches approves of where the roster is at right now.
"What we’re excited about is the depth of legitimate NBA rotation players and potential rotation players we have now," a Nets ****** istant coach said of the team, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. As the roster stands as of this writing, the starting lineup could be Mikel Brown Jr., Egor Demin, Michael Porter Jr., Julius Randle, and Day'Ron Sharpe.
"Not to speak ill of last year’s team, but we were down to rookies and non-NBA-level players by the end of the year. This year, we’ve got depth and the kids are improving too," the ****** istant coach continued, per Smith. Brooklyn finished the 2025-26 season with a lowly 20-62 record, rewarding them with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, allowing them to take Brown.
To the ****** istant coach's point, the Nets have re-signed Sharpe and forward Josh Minott while adding Randle, guard Keon Ellis, and center Mo Wagner (while his deal hasn't been officially announced yet). More to the point, Brooklyn has moved on from center Nic Claxton (who they traded to the Chicago Bulls as part of the four-team deal with the Timberwolves and Charlotte Hornets) while forward Ziaire Williams signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in free-agency.
The Nets also added forwards Joshua Jefferson and Tyler Bilodeau in the 2026 draft to go along with the five first-rounders they took in the 2025 class that the team is hoping breaks through at some point. Time will tell how good this current roster will be next season but as it stands now, one of Brooklyn's ****** istant coaches believes that this roster is better than the one from last season.
#assistant #team #forward #year
"What we’re excited about is the depth of legitimate NBA rotation players and potential rotation players we have now," a Nets ****** istant coach said of the team, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. As the roster stands as of this writing, the starting lineup could be Mikel Brown Jr., Egor Demin, Michael Porter Jr., Julius Randle, and Day'Ron Sharpe.
"Not to speak ill of last year’s team, but we were down to rookies and non-NBA-level players by the end of the year. This year, we’ve got depth and the kids are improving too," the ****** istant coach continued, per Smith. Brooklyn finished the 2025-26 season with a lowly 20-62 record, rewarding them with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, allowing them to take Brown.
To the ****** istant coach's point, the Nets have re-signed Sharpe and forward Josh Minott while adding Randle, guard Keon Ellis, and center Mo Wagner (while his deal hasn't been officially announced yet). More to the point, Brooklyn has moved on from center Nic Claxton (who they traded to the Chicago Bulls as part of the four-team deal with the Timberwolves and Charlotte Hornets) while forward Ziaire Williams signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in free-agency.
The Nets also added forwards Joshua Jefferson and Tyler Bilodeau in the 2026 draft to go along with the five first-rounders they took in the 2025 class that the team is hoping breaks through at some point. Time will tell how good this current roster will be next season but as it stands now, one of Brooklyn's ****** istant coaches believes that this roster is better than the one from last season.
#assistant #team #forward #year
4 days ago
Lakers reportedly trying to stop Hawks from sending $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion elsewhere originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Los Angeles Lakers got the bulk of their offseason work done during the opening days of free agency. They were able to add players such as Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, and Colin ***** ton to the organization.
Now, Los Angeles is attempting to land former Golden State Warriors NBA champion Jonathan ***** inga. The two sides reportedly have mutual interest.
“There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga’s commitment as their new wing addition,” NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
While that has been the case, the Lakers have also signed wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams. Even so, there is a growing belief that negotiations between the two sides have hit a rough patch and may even be at a stalemate.
#even
The Los Angeles Lakers got the bulk of their offseason work done during the opening days of free agency. They were able to add players such as Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, and Colin ***** ton to the organization.
Now, Los Angeles is attempting to land former Golden State Warriors NBA champion Jonathan ***** inga. The two sides reportedly have mutual interest.
“There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga’s commitment as their new wing addition,” NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
While that has been the case, the Lakers have also signed wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams. Even so, there is a growing belief that negotiations between the two sides have hit a rough patch and may even be at a stalemate.
#even
4 days ago
Ex-Lakers superstar LeBron James gets $4M contract update as Warriors, Heat, Cavs, 76ers wait originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
LeBron James is the center of the basketball world right now, as fans everywhere are wondering where he will play next. The four-time NBA champion is taking his time with what is expected to be the final free agency decision of his career.
After hearing pitches from interested organizations, it appears the time has come for James to make his decision.
“It’s decision time for LeBron James… The Leading suitors have been CLE, MIA, GSW, PHI, and MIN…. LeBron James has made it clear privately that he wants to go somewhere he can compete for a championship. Somewhere he feels he finds that happiness from a team environment and CULTURE that he can uplift,” ESPN’s Shams Charania said.
There has been a whirlwind of developments surrounding James' decision, including comments from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver encouraging a resolution. However, it may have only delayed James' decision even further.
#decision
LeBron James is the center of the basketball world right now, as fans everywhere are wondering where he will play next. The four-time NBA champion is taking his time with what is expected to be the final free agency decision of his career.
After hearing pitches from interested organizations, it appears the time has come for James to make his decision.
“It’s decision time for LeBron James… The Leading suitors have been CLE, MIA, GSW, PHI, and MIN…. LeBron James has made it clear privately that he wants to go somewhere he can compete for a championship. Somewhere he feels he finds that happiness from a team environment and CULTURE that he can uplift,” ESPN’s Shams Charania said.
There has been a whirlwind of developments surrounding James' decision, including comments from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver encouraging a resolution. However, it may have only delayed James' decision even further.
#decision
4 days ago
Phoenix Suns star Dillon Brooks' recent LeBron James admission has made Skip Bayless furious.
Former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Phoenix Suns star Dillon Brooks have developed a love-hate relationship in recent years.
Brooks took things up a notch when he was present on the sidelines during Game 4 of James and the Lakers' second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Suns veteran was seen laughing as James and co. struggled vs. the Thunder. It instantly became a meme, but Brooks has now revealed that it was James' agent, Rich Paul, who helped him get the tickets.
Brooks' revelation certainly didn't land well among James' critics, including Skip Bayless. So much so that the veteran NBA ***** yst begged Brooks not to sell out to LBJ.
#phoenix #Lakers #thunder
Former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Phoenix Suns star Dillon Brooks have developed a love-hate relationship in recent years.
Brooks took things up a notch when he was present on the sidelines during Game 4 of James and the Lakers' second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Suns veteran was seen laughing as James and co. struggled vs. the Thunder. It instantly became a meme, but Brooks has now revealed that it was James' agent, Rich Paul, who helped him get the tickets.
Brooks' revelation certainly didn't land well among James' critics, including Skip Bayless. So much so that the veteran NBA ***** yst begged Brooks not to sell out to LBJ.
#phoenix #Lakers #thunder
4 days ago
Long-time NBA **** yst Skip Bayless recently accused Dillon Brooks, who became a meme for "hate-watching" during the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 4 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder last May, of selling out to LeBron James.
Brooks and James have shared a fierce rivalry in the past few years, which is why Bayless was surprised to learn that Brooks actually asked James' agent, Rich Paul, for courtside tickets to watch the said contest.
"I just lost respect for Dillon Brooks, who admits he got his courtside seat at the Laker playoff game from Rich Paul," Bayless posted on X. "Come on, don't sell out to LeBron. Don't lose your 'Dillon the Villain' edge vs LBJ. Don't turn into Draymond (Green), going from LBJ enemy to business partner."
MORE: NBA star Dillon Brooks slams 'social media junkie' LeBron James
It is important to note that Brooks' agent, Mike George, is signed with the Klutch Sports Group, which explains his connection with Paul. However, it's hard to envision that Brooks will take it easy on James the next time they share the court.
#paul
Brooks and James have shared a fierce rivalry in the past few years, which is why Bayless was surprised to learn that Brooks actually asked James' agent, Rich Paul, for courtside tickets to watch the said contest.
"I just lost respect for Dillon Brooks, who admits he got his courtside seat at the Laker playoff game from Rich Paul," Bayless posted on X. "Come on, don't sell out to LeBron. Don't lose your 'Dillon the Villain' edge vs LBJ. Don't turn into Draymond (Green), going from LBJ enemy to business partner."
MORE: NBA star Dillon Brooks slams 'social media junkie' LeBron James
It is important to note that Brooks' agent, Mike George, is signed with the Klutch Sports Group, which explains his connection with Paul. However, it's hard to envision that Brooks will take it easy on James the next time they share the court.
#paul
