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Lakers Sign Deandre Ayton To Two-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they have signed center Deandre Ayton to a two-year contract. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it is reported to be for around $16 million with a player option in 2026-27.

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10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Los Angeles Lakers History

Inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1982, Slater Martin won four championships with Minneapolis. In seven seasons for the team, he made four All-Star teams and received two All-NBA second team nods.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 6

Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton ‘Were Motivated’ To Team Up On Lakers

Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton “were motivated” to team up on the Los Angeles Lakers, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Ayton signed a two-year contract with the Lakers after getting bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers. Doncic and Ayton have the same agent, Bill Duffy.

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The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz

Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?

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The 'Career leaders in triple-doubles for each NBA franchise' quiz

LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 6

Lakers’ LeBron James Reacts to Tragic Death of 28-Year-Old Soccer Star

The sports world is mourning a devastating loss as reigning Premier League Champion Liverpool Football Club's Diogo Jota tragically passed away at just 28 years old on Thursday.

Bronny James News / Lakers Nation / July 6

Bronny James Makes California Classic Debut In Lakers Win Over Heat

Following their California Classic opening loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers were right back at it as they took on the Miami Heat.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 6

LeBron James Reacts to Bronny James' Dunk in Lakers Summer League Game

The Los Angeles Lakers returned to Summer League action on Sunday with their highly anticipated matchup against the Miami Heat, and all eyes were on Bronny James as he made his 2025 Summer League debut.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 6

Stan Van Gundy Thinks Michael Jordan Fans Play Big Part In LeBron James Hate: ‘I Think That’s Unfortunate’

Former NBA coach Stan Van Gundy is a big fan of Michael Jordan and LeBron James. However, Van Gundy thinks Jordan fans play a big part in why James gets so much hate. “LeBron’s gotten a little hate for a long time for a lot of different things,” Van Gundy told David Samson.

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LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 6

Multiple Teams Have Reached Out to Lakers Regarding LeBron James Trade

LeBron James has spent the last several years of his career with the Los Angeles Lakers. He moved to L.A. after his second stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6

Legendary Lakers big man responds to Deandre Ayton ‘skepticism’

The Los Angeles Lakers recently signed center Deandre Ayton to a two-year deal, and while some might be skeptical, one former big man is confident that the move will pan out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 6

Austin Reaves' Agent Responds to Reports About Disliking Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to improve their roster this offseason so that they can compete for a title. Austin Reaves is a central figure in their plans.

Dalton Knecht News / Lakers Nation / July 6

Dalton Knecht Acknowledges Rust In First Game Of Summer League

Entering Year 2, all eyes were on Dalton Knecht as the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their California Classic schedule against the host team the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.

Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Dalton Knecht's Message to Lakers After Shaky Debut

Dalton Knecht had a strong first season with the Los Angeles Lakers, parlaying his strong final season at Tennessee into a rotational role where he appeared in 78 games and averaged 9.1 points.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Lakers pull surprise move with Bronny James at Summer League

The Bronny James spectacle only took until the first day of NBA Summer League to start up again. The Los Angeles Lakers pulled a surprise move with their sophomore guard Bronny for Saturday’s Summer League opener at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif.

Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / July 5

Team Believes In Maxi Kleber As Stretch-5

The center position has been a major topic of discussion for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout this offseason. The team has agreed to bring in Deandre Ayton on a two-year deal while also re-signing Jaxson Hayes to a one-year contract.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Deandre Ayton had key reason for wanting to join Lakers

Deandre Ayton moved quickly to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers once he was able to pick a new team, and there was one major motivating factor for his decision.

LeBron James sparks frenzy with visit to his former team

Lakers agree to one-year deal with former first-round pick, get insurance at center

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Dalton Knecht News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3