A former Warriors fan favorite is joining Golden State’s rival.<\/p>\n
Kevon Looney<\/a> has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, his agency told ESPN’s Shams Charania.<\/p>\n Free agent center Kevon Looney has agreed on a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, Life Sports Agency CEO Todd Ramasar tells ESPN. pic.twitter.com\/fxfdg3yhSV<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 7, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Looney spent the first 10 years of his NBA career with the Warriors, winning three championships and quickly becoming adored by the fan base.<\/p>\n And after a decade in the Bay, Looney signed a two-year deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. However, the Pelicans declined his $8 million option for the 2026-27 season, making the veteran big man an unrestricted free agent this summer.<\/p>\n Last season, Looney was slowed by a left knee injury he suffered during the preseason. He played just 21 games (eight starts) with New Orleans, and the Pelicans finished 11th in the West with a 26-56 record.<\/p>\n In 11 NBA seasons, Looney has averaged 4.9 points on 57 percent shooting, with 5.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists.<\/p>\n Looney now joins a top Western Conference team that is maneuvering a slight remodel with LeBron James’ departure. His championship experience and leadership should be welcomed by the Lakers.<\/p>\n Download and follow the Dubs Talk Podcast<\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t