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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 17
Lakers President of Business Operations Tim Harris leaving after this season 
When the Lakers were sold to Mark Walter, the initial conversations focused on keeping things relatively the same. Jeanie Buss was going to remain the governor of the Lakers, and while an injection of money was imminent, perhaps it didn’t mean people were going to be leaving.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 17
Kendrick Perkins hits Lakers’ LeBron James with harsh Kobe Bryant ‘idol’ truth bomb
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently gearing up for the second half of the NBA season after All-Star weekend at the Intuit Dome. The Lakers are in playoff position currently, but will still need to turn up the heat down the stretch of the season in order to secure a top six seed in the West.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 17
Tim Harris Leaving Organization At End Of Season
Under new majority owner Mark Walter, the Los Angeles Lakers organization is undergoing some significant changes. Jeanie Buss is staying on as Governor for at least the next five years, but her younger brothers Joey and Jesse Buss were recently let go from their front office positions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 17
Why Lakers don’t want to copy other 2 teams in exclusive 30-year club
The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers are in rather exclusive company at the moment, and history tells us that this specific company isn’t all that great. Entering the All-Star break, despite having a 33-21 record, the Lakers have been outscored by a point, which is not typical at all.
Tari Eason News / Lakers Nation / February 17
Andrew Wiggins, Tari Eason & Peyton Watson Among Potential Free Agent Targets
Other than acquiring Luke Kennard, the Los Angeles Lakers largely stood pat the trade deadline despite having clear needs on the roster. The Lakers, as currently constructed, are a poor defensive team that struggles against younger, more athletic teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 17
Jeanie Buss Discusses Lakers Building Around Luka Doncic, LeBron James’ Uncertain Future
The Los Angeles Lakers organization has undergone a lot of changes over the last year. Not only did they swap out superstar big man Anthony Davis for a younger superstar in Luka Doncic, but Jeanie Buss and her family also chose to sell their majority ownership stake in the franchise to Mark Walter.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 17
LeBron James endorses Cavs’ James Harden move: ‘They’re going for it’
Lakers star LeBron James is watching the Cavaliers. And he clearly likes what he sees. Speaking on the latest episode of his Mind the Game podcast, James weighed in on the Cavs’ acquisition of James Harden at the trade deadline, a deal that sent Darius Garland and a second-round pick to the Clippers.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 17
Luka Doncic Supported Organization’s Trade Deadline Approach
The Los Angeles Lakers had a pretty quiet trade deadline, which reflected all of the reporting leading up to it. Since the 2025 offseason, the Lakers and general manager Rob Pelinka have been open about their preference to retain flexibility for the summer of 2026.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Lakers Nation / February 17
Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors: Lakers Believe They Would Be On Bucks Star’s Shortlist
The Los Angeles Lakers head into the offseason with among the most cap space of any team in the NBA. They project to have close to $50 million, including the cap hold of unrestricted free agent Austin Reaves.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 17
LeBron James Would Be ‘Welcomed’ Back For 24th Season
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is nearing unfamiliar territory as he enters the offseason as an unrestricted free agent. He’s done so before, but always by his own choice, opting out of the final year of his contract.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / February 17
Report goes against popular belief about LeBron James' Lakers future
As James plays out his 23rd season in the NBA, rumors continue to swirl about his future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Report: Lakers Have ‘Discussed’ 3 Pending Free Agent Wings
As the Lakers return from the All-Star break after a relatively quiet trade deadline, the focus is partially shifting to how the team will approach this summer, when they’ll have three first-round picks to trade as well as roughly $50 million in projected cap space.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / February 17
The Lakers made one trade at the deadline. It was for an expiring contract. Luka Dončić approved
The Lakers made one trade at the deadline: Luke Kennard’s expiring contract from Atlanta for Gabe Vincent. Luka Dončić said he appreciates the focus on the “long-term picture.” The Lakers are targeting Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / February 16
Former Los Angeles Lakers All-Rookie Point Guard Dies
The basketball world is mourning the loss of Dwight “Bo” Lamar, a standout player whose professional career spanned both the ABA and NBA. Lamar passed away on Monday, February 16, at the age of 74.
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