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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 20
Kevon Looney Excited To Team With Walker Kessler
Heading into this offseason, a big area of emphasis for the Los Angeles Lakers was bolstering the center position. They were able to do exactly that by bringing in Walker Kessler via a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz and then signing backup center Kevon Looney.
J.J. Redick News / AirJordanChronicles / July 20
JJ Redick Explains Why $10 Million Isn’t Enough for Most NBA Players to Retire
Back in 2024, the Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick explained why most of the NBA players can’t make a hefty $10 million last forever after their retirement.
NBA News / Viral Sports News / July 20
Cavaliers Land Major Update on LeBron James Free Agency Pursuit
Bill Simmons, a prominent figure in sports media and the founder of The Ringer, has publicly stated that the Cleveland Cavaliers remain the favorites to sign LeBron James, sparking renewed discussion about the superstar’s future plans in the NBA.
The 'Youngest 35-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 35 points in a game before turning 20 years old can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 19
LeBron James’ decision continues to hold up NBA futures market
LeBron James‘ prolonged free agency isn’t just affecting NBA teams. According to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, it’s also leaving sportsbooks hesitant to adjust championship odds while the four-time MVP weighs his next move.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / July 19
Luka Doncic Reflects On Expectations From 2026-27: 'Last Season Didn’t End How We Wanted'
This year’s offseason has been an intriguing one for the Los Angeles Lakers. After distinctly moving on from the LeBron James era, the Lakers have embraced a new identity with Luka Doncic as the face of the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / July 19
Lakers sign developing forward Ziaire Willaims
The Los Angeles Lakers announced the signing of five-year veteran forward Ziaire Williams on Sunday. Terms were not released, but multiple outlets reported on Monday that the deal was for one year at a $3 million salary.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 19
Why Lakers’ Chris Mañon wants a ‘smarter’ approach to his standout skill
LAS VEGAS – While the Los Angeles Lakers’ brass were certainly interested in the play of Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr during NBA Summer League, also of importance was the continued development of second-year guard Chris Mañon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
Bronny James News / Yardbarker / July 15
Lakers insider shuts down big Bronny James rumors
Now that his father, LeBron James, is leaving the Lakers, rumors about Bronny's potential exit have also flooded social media.
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