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Lakers’ Search For Center Ongoing, But Rival Teams Driving Hard Bargain

The Los Angeles Lakers’ hunt for a starting center has hit a wall, and much of the league knows exactly why. With their need both obvious and urgent, rival front offices are using Los Angeles’ lack of leverage against it in early trade talks, according to Anthony Irwin of ClutchPoints.

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Los Angeles Lakers Could Bring Back Jaxson Hayes On A Team Friendly Deal

In a pivotal NBA free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers plan to make some upgrades to the frontcourt and find a suitable replacement for Jaxson Hayes. As

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / June 21

Watch: LeBron couldn’t talk over the goat noises (via @KaiCenat)

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 21

Lakers' LeBron James Eyes Unique Career Change Following Retirement

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is 40 years old and entering his 23rd season in the NBA, though his playing career is coming to an end soon. Since he only has a couple more seasons left in him, James began questioning his future role within the larger media landscape.

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How many of the 31 active NBA players to record a double-double in the NBA Finals can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21

One breakout performance could lead Pacers to NBA title

No one on the Indiana Pacers has gone full superhero mode in the NBA Finals, and they've still pushed the series to a Game 7. The Pacers are toe-to-toe with one of the most electric young teams in the league: the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Jaxson Hayes News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 21

Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Has Free Agency Value Reportedly Set

The Los Angeles Lakers had to resort to starting Jaxson Hayes at center after they traded away Anthony Davis. He was the only option that they had left at that point.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Tom Brady showers LeBron James with major GOAT praise

Tom Brady is the greatest quarterback of all-time and a better broadcaster than most people give him credit for, but he frequently rides the fence and can pander to the specific crowd he is in front of, making it difficult to gauge his unfiltered opinion on certain subjects.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

LeBron James jokes that rival star will push him into retirement

LeBron James addressed his eventual retirement — sort of — on Saturday with a funny jab at a rival player. James appeared at a panel at Fanatics Fest in New York on Saturday and brought up how much longer he will play.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 21

Tracy McGrady Reflects on Missed Title Opportunity Unlike Kobe Bryant

The Los Angeles Lakers have had countless legends don their jerseys over the past few decades and have become one of the most iconic franchises in sports due to their combination of constant star power and success.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 21

New LA Lakers takeover is ‘dangerous’ compared to Jeanie Buss era, claims Draymond Green

Draymond Green warns the rest of the NBA that the LA Lakers are going to be different under new ownership. The Los Angeles Lakers will never be the same again, as they look set to enter a new era.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 21

Tom Brady Calls LeBron James 'The Greatest Ever' In Show Of Respect

In a powerful moment at Fanatics Fest in New York City, NFL legend Tom Brady officially threw his support behind LeBron James in the long-standing NBA

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 21

Jeanie Buss Legacy Following Historic Lakers Sale

The Los Angeles Lakers are no longer owned by the Buss family. For the first time since 1979, someone with a different last name will be the controlling owner of the team.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 21

Streamers Cash Nasty And Tylil Bought To Tears After Meeting LeBron James Thanks To Kai Cenat

In one of the most wholesome moments the streaming world has seen in 2025, streamers CashNasty and Tylil were brought to tears after meeting their childhood idol, LeBron James, a dream made possible by none other than Kai Cenat.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Luka Doncic Likely to Take $64 Million Pay Cut on Lakers Extension This Summer

With all due respect to the attractive and lucrative markets of New York and Miami, Los Angeles is pretty much the place to be when it comes to NBA superstars. Several of them reside in Southern California's most populous metropolis during the offseason, even if they play elsewhere across the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 21

Markieff Morris Believes Lakers Only Need ‘Minor Tweaks’ To Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers ended their season on a disappointing note, losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games in the first round. L.A. was favored in that series, having home-court advantage and being the No.

Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / June 21

Report: LeBron James could be pursued by Amazon Prime for NBA coverage

LeBron James could partner with Amazon Prime when it comes to the network’s NBA coverage, per Front Office Sports’ Michael McCarthy. Like Tom Brady, Michael Jordan and others, he could be the latest living legend to cover the league he once dominated.

Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / June 21

Tracy McGrady Believes He Would’ve Won Championships If He Switched Places With Kobe Bryant On Lakers

It seems as though every time LeBron James speaks publicly about any issue, there are a large segment of people simply waiting to criticize him. That was

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / June 21

Watch: Metta World Appreciates Praise From LeBron James

On the latest episode of “Mind the Game” with Steve Nash, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James said the toughest defender he’s faced in his career with Metta World Peace, formerly known as Ron Artest.

Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / June 21

Gilbert Arenas Opens Up on Kobe Bryant Disrespect, Blames Ring Culture for Lakers Legends Fallout With Shaquille O’Neal

A hot topic over the last several days in the NBA is the conversation about ring culture. In other words, there is a narrative that just because a certain player never won a ring, it means that they are not a Hall of Famer or a legend.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 20

Lakers Expected To Add Veteran Big Man And Re-Sign Two Key Players In Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to have a busy offseason as they aim to become serious title contenders in the 2025-26 season. With free agency starting just over a week from now on June 30, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus has put out his predictions for the Lakers' 2025 free agency class.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20