What happened: A LeBron James return remained possible before free agency began. The Lakers now have only late-offseason roster business left before camp.
WNBA·ANALYSIS·August 3, 2026 12:03 AM ET
Lakers invite offseason questions after WNBA trade deadline
LeBron James plans to play his 24th season elsewhere.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 31 min read
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