New Delhi, June 30 -- LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will play the 2026-27 season elsewhere, ending the superstar's eight-year run with the franchise.

The 41-year-old icon helped the Lakers win the 2020 NBA title and broke the league's all-time scoring record while wearing purple and gold. His departure marks a major shift for both James and the Lakers organization.

Rich Paul told ESPN that LeBron James has decided to continue his NBA career with a different team. The four-time MVP and four-time champion spent the past eight seasons in Los Angeles after joining in 2018.

The move comes after James completed his record 23rd NBA season. Despite turning 41 during the year, he remained a productive force on the cou...