Los Angeles Lakers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Lakers Sign Ziaire Williams To One-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed forward Ziaire Williams to a reported one-year, $3 million contract. Williams spent the last two seasons with the Brooklyn Nets after originally being selected 10th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft and playing his first three seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 19

Austin Reaves is ready to step into whatever role JJ Redick asks this season

The Lakers will look a lot different when they take the floor for the 2026-27 season. Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Walker Kessler are Lakers.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 19

Luka Doncic Breaks Silence on Lakers’ Dramatic Roster Overhaul

The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite an NBA offseason, with the storied franchise as busy as any team in the league, making roster changes through free agency and trades.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 19

LeBron James Once Revealed the NBA Team He Truly Hates

LeBron James has had twenty years of championships and rivalries on three separate teams, but there is one rival that has remained constant regardless of the jersey that he wears: his rivalry with Boston.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Watch: Luka Doncic Meets Golfer Scottie Scheffler At The Open Championship

Unfortunately, Luka Doncic’s season was cut short due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain after having an MVP-caliber year. The Los Angeles Lakers went on a playoff run without their best player and still advanced past the Houston Rockets in six games before falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 19

When LeBron James’ Son Bronny Revealed His Soccer GOAT

Fans usually stick to a set formula in debates about the greatest players of all time in different sports, focusing on legends of their respective sports.

Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Cameron Carr Eager To Continue Learning Following First Summer League

Cameron Carr was the Los Angeles Lakers first round pick this year at No. 24 overall after trading up one spot. Most mock drafts had Carr being selected just outside of the lottery and it appears his slim frame may have deterred teams from picking him.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Luka Doncic Makes First Comments On New-Look Lakers Roster

This offseason was a big one for the Los Angeles Lakers as with LeBron James’ expected departure, they are moving on to a new era building around Luka Doncic.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19

Jalen Brunson explains why he won't recruit LeBron James to the Knicks

Brunson shared why he wouldn't play a role in any potential attempts by the Knicks to lure LeBron James to New York.

Brunson warns Knicks about trying to repeat as NBA champions

76ers putting on full-court press to recruit LeBron

LeBron reveals what he wants from his new team

One team has a strong case to sign LeBron

One key family member might lead LeBron to the Warriors

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Sandro Mamukelashvili Discusses Potentially Earning Starting Role For Lakers

One of the primary acquisitions for the Los Angeles Lakers this summer was former Toronto Raptors stretch big Sandro Mamukelashvili. L.A. signed the Georgian forward to a four-year deal worth $52 million with a player option on the fourth season, a big show of belief in what is essentially a replacement for Rui Hachimura.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Watch: Collin Sexton Laughs At LeBron James Trend

One of the marginal additions by the Los Angeles Lakers was to add Collin Sexton on a two-year deal via the room mid-level exception. He now serves as the primary backup ball-handler for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, essentially filling a spot partially left by the absence of LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 19

What LeBron James really thinks about Adam Silver’s free agency plea

The NBA world is waiting for LeBron James to make his decision, and nobody knows when he’ll pick his next team. The one person who is hoping things get wrapped up soon is Adam Silver, as he has to finish making the schedule for next season.

Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / July 19

Walker Kessler Ready To Play In High Stakes Games

The first order of business for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason was acquiring a long-term center to pair with star Luka Doncic. Granted, it was came at a hefty price, but general manager Rob Pelinka was able to bring in Walker Kessler via sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz to fill that need.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 19

Former Lakers star Ron Artest lands new coaching gig

A Los Angeles Lakers fan favorite is taking a new coaching gig not far from the friendly confines of Crypto.com Arena. Metta Sandiford-Artest, formerly known as Ron Artest, has accepted a job to become the associate head coach of Cal State L.A.’s women’s basketball team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 19

Shaquille O’Neal defends LeBron James from ‘ring chasing’ allegations amid Adam Silver pressure

LeBron James’ delayed free agency decision is majorly impacting the NBA’s scheduling. In fact, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver recently admitted that the league isn’t releasing the schedule only because LeBron James hasn’t announced his next destination.

LeBron James News / HITC / July 19

How LeBron James’ daughter Zhuri could help the Warriors land the 41-year-old

LeBron James’ next NBA chapter could be decided by his 11-year-old daughter, Zhuri James. Since announcing his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers, every NBA fan has been desperately waiting for LeBron James’ announcement about his future in the league.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 18

One team has a very strong case to sign LeBron James

LeBron James has the NBA world at his mercy as he decides which team he'll pick to end his career. James is really an anomaly. At 41, he's playing some of his best basketball.

One key family member might lead LeBron James to the Warriors

LeBron James' 'favorite team' answer could hint at his next franchise

LeBron James' agent has one demand about possible signing with Steph Curry's Warriors

Adam Silver among those waiting for LeBron James decision

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / July 17

Lakers Promoting Zach Guthrie To Assistant Coach

Zach Guthrie is receiving a promotion, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports (via Twitter) that Guthrie will be an assistant coach on JJ Redick‘s staff with the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 17