# The Hoop Collective: LeBron’s Best Free Agency Landing Spots + Reaction To Blockbuster Kawhi Trade

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Podcast: [NBA on ESPN](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nba-on-espn-6317222)
Published: 2026-07-01T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks to break down an eventful first day of NBA free agency. The guys talk about LeBron James & the Lakers deciding to part ways and what landing spots make the most sense for LeBron this season. Plus, what can the Lakers do now to build a contender for Luka Doncic in LA in the near future? Next, the guys talk about the Raptors’ blockbuster trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers including if this move makes Toronto a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference. Finally, we talk about why the Clippers are a very interesting team to follow after this move and a big change for the NBA Cup Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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