LeBron James thanks Lakers ahead of free agency departure for 24th NBA season: 'Hope I made a few proud'

A fourth chapter is on the horizon for LeBron James.

The soon-to-be 42-year-old will truly test free agency for a third time this offseason after he and the Los Angeles Lakers confirmed that he will leave the team after eight seasons.

ESPN initially reported that James informed the Lakers on Tuesday that he would be departing the team for his unprecedented 24th NBA season.

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Following the reports, the Lakers offered a statement thanking James...