Horace Grant questions Lakers roster transition following LeBron James exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 10:36 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Former Lakers champion Horace Grant stated that the team faces significant challenges following the departure of LeBron James. While the franchise prepares to transition to a new era centered on Luka Doncic, Grant argued that the loss of a player with James’ experience and performance level remains a void for the organization. James, now 42, concluded his tenure with the team despite maintaining consistent output on the court. Grant acknowledged the Lakers' decision to move forward, though he insisted the exit of such an established veteran carries inherent risks for the club. The Lakers must now navigate their post-James future while building their roster around Doncic to remain competitive in the Western Conference.
- •Horace Grant expressed skepticism regarding the team's ability to easily replace LeBron James.
- •The Lakers are currently transitioning their roster to feature Luka Doncic as the focal point.
- •Grant praised the performance level of James despite his age of 42.
- •The franchise has confirmed it is moving forward without James after his recent departure.
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"Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new chapter after choosing to move forward without LeBron James, but former Lakers champion Horace Grant believes his departure will still leave a major void. Grant, who won the NBA championship with Los Angeles in 2001, acknowledged the Lakers’ transition while stressing the significance of losing a player of James’ calibre.
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