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Lakers part ways with Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:24 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Lakers part ways with Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers announced the decision to cut ties with Carmelo Anthony as part of their roster moves on July 9, 2026. This follows a financially driven strategy aimed at restructuring the team for the upcoming season. Anthony, a seven-time All-Star and 2025 Hall of Fame inductee, joined the Lakers in 2021 but didn't make a postseason appearance in his single season with the team, averaging 13.3 points and 4.2 rebounds. This decision gives the Lakers more flexibility as they approach the 2026-27 season.

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  • •Lakers officially renounced free agent rights to Carmelo Anthony
  • •Anthony joined the Lakers after the 2020-21 championship
  • •He averaged 13.3 points and 4.2 rebounds during his time in LA
  • •The Lakers pursue financial flexibility for the upcoming season
  • •Anthony is a seven-time All-Star and 2025 Hall of Fame inductee
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  • 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers officially cut ties with 6-foot-7 ex-Knicks superstar, Hall of Famer
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The Los Angeles Lakers are parting ways with a former New York Knicks phenomenon.

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