A look at the most significant player departures during the LeBron James era with the Los Angeles Lakers, from key contributors in the 2020 championship run to rising stars who found success elsewhere.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has accomplished nearly everything the NBA has to offer. Entering his 22nd NBA season, James is the league's all-time leading scorer after breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record on February 7, 2023.

After the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, controversy arose over whether his famous father, LeBron James, had unfairly influenced his selection. Some questioned if Bronny deserved his draft spot if it were not for his father’s role with the Lakers.