LeBron James to sign two-year max deal with Lakers

Michael Scotto: LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $104 million deal to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, league sources told @hoopshype. James has a player option Year 2 and a no trade clause. https://t.co/sRK0CE47V7 -via Twitter @MikeAScotto / July 3, 2024

The 55th overall pick tried to downplay the father-son narrative by making a claim that raised some eyebrows. “For me, I always try to put that narrative [aside],” said Bronny. “Trying to get my name out myself. … I’ve never really had a thought of me going to play with my dad. That’s always there … but it wasn’t a main focus of mine.” -via Larry Brown Sports / July 3, 2024

ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski said of DeRozan: “There is interest in DeMar DeRozan. But the kind of contract that he might want just is not going to be available; it’s not left out there in the marketplace. The Bulls are more than willing to work on a sign and trade agreement to get him the years and money that he might want. With the new salary cap rules, those are much difficult for teams to do. The Lakers have interest… LeBron James has talked about a willingness to take significantly less money to open up their mid-level exception. “In DeMar DeRozan’s case, it may look like a one-year deal somewhere, let the market reset next year. If you do a sign and trade, it’s got to be at least three years and then you’re locked into a three-year deal at a number you may not like. The Lakers are interested, but is there a mechanism that would allow them to create a slot to acquire him? That will be the harder part.” -via Miami Herald / July 3, 2024