LeBron James signs with Lakers

Former Heat star signs 4-year deal

MIAMI – The biggest free agent mystery is over.

LeBron James has signed a four-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.

His management group Klutch Sports released a statement that read:  "LeBron James, four-time NBA MVP, three-time NBA finals MVP, 14-time NBA All Star and two-time Olympic gold medalist has agreed to a four-year, $153 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers."

James spent four season in Cleveland after winning two NBA championships with the Miami Heat. He also won a championship in Cleveland.

The Lakers are also continuing their pursuit of Kawhi Leonard to add another superstar to pair with James.


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David Lang is executive producer of the Local 10 sports department.