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Byron Scott urges Lakers to move past LeBron James for fresh talent

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:14 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Byron Scott urges Lakers to move past LeBron James for fresh talent
Summary

Byron Scott, a former Lakers player, suggests Los Angeles should part ways with LeBron James as free agency approaches. With the Lakers yet to make an offer to the 41-year-old superstar, Scott advocates for a shift to a younger roster around players like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. He believes moving on from James could save the team over $50 million and help them compete more effectively in the Western Conference. The Lakers recently secured extensions for Doncic and Reaves but will need further additions to strengthen the team. Scott's remarks have drawn mixed reactions from Lakers fans.

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  • •Byron Scott proposes Lakers trade LeBron James for financial flexibility
  • •Lakers have not offered LeBron a contract as free agency nears
  • •Team secured extensions for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves
  • •Scott emphasizes need for a younger roster to compete
  • •Lakers aiming to avoid early playoff exits in coming seasons
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  • 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Legend Urges Team To Part Ways With LeBron James Amid Trade Rumors: “Bring In Some Fresh Meat”
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LeBron James may be an unrestricted free agent, but this is not a decision he gets to make alone. The […]

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