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Lakers consider trading Bronny James to 76ers for sharpshooter

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:42 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Lakers consider trading Bronny James to 76ers for sharpshooter

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring trade scenarios involving Bronny James as they look to comply with NBA roster limits. Following LeBron James' decision not to return for another season, the Lakers are linked to a deal that would send Bronny to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Duncan Robinson and two second-round picks from the Detroit Pistons. This move may facilitate a reunion between the James family while bolstering the Lakers' shooting capabilities. There is currently no indication that these negotiations are in active progress or that the teams are in discussions.

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Market Watch

•Lakers' roster exceeds NBA limits, prompting potential trade talks.
•Bronny James' contract guaranteed before LeBron's decision to leave.
•Hypothetical trade includes Robinson and picks sent to Lakers.
•No current discussions reported between the teams regarding the trade.

Latest Updates

12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Proposed to Trade Bronny James to 76ers in New Deal for 41% 3-Pt Sniper

What they're saying

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With the Los Angeles Lakers’ current roster count exceeding the NBA-mandated limit, we know another move is on the way. The Lakers have had no shortage of new names this offseason. The floodgates bursted open after LeBron James, currently the league’s oldest player and the all time leading scorer, informed the Lakers he wasn’t going […] The post Lakers Proposed to Trade Bronny James to 76ers in New Deal for 41% 3-Pt Sniper appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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