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In a groundbreaking move that will see the first father-son duo play together in the NBA, LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $104 million contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal, which includes a player option for the second season and a rare no-trade clause, comes on the heels of the Lakers selecting James' son, Bronny, with the 55th pick in the recent NBA draft.

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The nominees for the 2024 ESPY Awards have been unveiled, with WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark leading the field with multiple nominations. According to ESPN's press release, Clark, who made a significant impact during her tenure with the University of Iowa women's basketball team, has been nominated in three categories: Best Athlete, Women's Sports; Best Record-Breaking Performance (for surpassing Pete Maravich as the NCAA's all-time scoring leader); and Best College Athlete, Women's Sports.

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LeBron James has made a significant move by opting out of his $51 million player option, potentially opening up a pathway for the Los Angeles Lakers to pursue bigger free-agent targets this offseason. This decision, while surprising to some, aligns with James' strategic approach to maintaining flexibility both for himself and for the Lakers' roster construction. By forgoing the guaranteed salary, James is likely signaling his commitment to the team's long-term success and willingness to adapt to the evolving landscape of the NBA.

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Joe Mazzulla's basketball journey reads like a storybook tale, a narrative woven through dedication, resilience, and an unyielding passion for the game. It all began at the Red Auerbach Basketball School, a renowned youth camp where dreams took root and aspirations soared. For Mazzulla, this was more than just a camp—it was the genesis of a career that would see him navigate the highs and lows of basketball's competitive landscape.

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LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, are on the brink of making NBA history as the first-ever father-son duo to play for the same team. This dream, first mentioned by LeBron years ago, is now closer to reality. On Thursday, Bronny, the eldest son of the NBA's all-time scoring leader and four-time champion, was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, the team his father has played for since 2018. Bronny was the 55th overall pick in the second round.

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