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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 17

Lakers Promote Zach Guthrie to Key Role on JJ Redick’s Coaching Staff

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to make major changes under new team owner Mark Walter, from overhauling the roster around stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to revamping the front office and now adding to JJ Redick’s coaching staff.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 17

LeBron James makes no announcement, reveals what’s most important in free agency

LeBron James still isn’t ready to reveal his next team. But he did offer more insight Friday into what will drive his decision. Appearing during a live taping of The Shop at Fanatics Fest in New York, James said his priority is finding a franchise that shares his commitment to winning.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 17

Lakers promote Zach Guthrie to assistant coach, head of player development

After spending two seasons as the G League head coach, the Lakers are giving Zach Guthrie quite the promotion. As first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN on Friday morning, Guthrie will be an assistant coach under JJ Redick this season and will also serve as the head of player development.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / July 17

Fans thought LeBron James dropped another huge hint about his free agency destination

LeBron James keeps leaving fans trying to decode his public statements and see if they offer any hints to his free agent destination. James made a second

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 17

Lakers Promote G League Head Coach Zach Guthrie To Assistant On JJ Redick’s Staff

This offseason the Los Angeles Lakers are undergoing a major overhaul. With new owner Mark Walter now in charge there have been front office changes as well as improvements in facilities, not to mention the Lakers’ roster itself, which will look completely different from a season ago.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Lakers Make Major Coaching Decision Ahead of NBA Season

JJ Redick has now completed two seasons as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, and both campaigns have ended with first-round playoff exits despite strong regular seasons.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 17

LeBron James Shows Love To Lakers Organization, Staff & Former Teammates

LeBron James’ time with the Los Angeles Lakers has come to an end after eight years with the franchise. While his time with other teams may be more fondly remembered, James still spent more consecutive seasons with the Lakers than any other team in his illustrious career and left an indelible mark on the franchise.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / Lakers Nation / July 17

Lakers Partner With Albert As Jersey Patch Sponsor

The Los Angeles Lakers announced a partnership with personal financial assistant app Albert, naming the brand the official jersey patch partner of the Lakers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 17

Lakers' pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga depends on someone else

The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the most aggressive teams in the NBA offseason.

LeBron James sends strong message to Lakers amid free-agency decision

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

Only one team makes sense for LeBron James

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

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Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17

Luka Doncic’s middle part has Lakers fans freaking out

The Los Angeles Lakers will have to get used to a lot of new faces on the team, as they went on a splurge to start free agency. Not only will they have to meet new faces, but they may have to get used to new hairstyles on players they already know.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 17

James' agent has one demand about possible signing with Warriors

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

His agent, Rich Paul, had one big demand for James to team up with Curry.

Phillies' Bryce Harper makes pitch for LeBron James to join 76ers

Adam Silver among those waiting for LeBron James decision

LeBron James sends strong message to Lakers amid free-agency decision

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Byron Scott News / AirJordanChronicles / July 17

Byron Scott Identifies the Lakers’ Biggest Needs After Recent Signings

The Lakers started fresh this summer with a roster rebuild, and it’s now time for that lineup to face its initial critical evaluation. The absence of LeBron James and the arrival of numerous new players have immediately raised questions regarding team chemistry and preparedness.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA triple-double leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's career leaders in triple-doubles can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 17

Walker Kessler Discusses How He & Luka Doncic Complement Each Other

One of the biggest goals for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason was bringing in a center to pair with superstar guard Luka Doncic. The front office did just that in acquiring Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz.

Cameron Carr News / AirJordanChronicles / July 17

'I Was Overlooked': Cameron Carr Sends Message to Teams That Passed on Him

After turning heads during the Las Vegas Summer League, Cameron Carr has sent a strong message to the rest of the NBA. In the 2026 NBA Draft, most projections had Carr coming off the board between picks No.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / July 17

Austin Reaves’ Heart Was With Lakers Throughout Free Agency Process

Well before the offseason began, Austin Reaves had made it clear that his hope was to remain a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. That ultimately came to fruition as he agreed to a new four-year deal to stay with the team he has been with throughout his career after going undrafted in 2022.