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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Potential Lakers Unrestricted Free Agency Targets
This summer is one in which the Los Angeles Lakers are poised to make upgrades to the roster and make a leap into championship contention. The goal is to build a team that best complements superstar guard Luka Doncic and there are a number of options in free agency who could fit that bill.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 19
'Revisit the Relationship With Anthony Davis': NBA Legend Sends Crucial Warning to Lakers After Luka Doncic’s Demand
For the past few seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ most glaring weakness has been their big man position. That was further exacerbated last year when they traded for Luka Doncic.
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 19
Lakers legend makes bombshell LeBron James prediction
James is an unrestricted free agent and is reportedly considering joining the Golden State Warriors if he doesn't return to Los Angeles.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 19
Rich Paul Reveals LeBron James Pleaded to Prevent Trades Contrary to Popular Belief: 'I Know for a Fact'
Regardless of the sport, franchise players tend to get a bad rep about their influence in the locker room, and sometimes, even in the head office. Michael Jordan had it.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 19
Deciding the ultimate NBA Finals starting five of the 2020s
Here are the greatest Finals performances of the 2020s in a starting lineup format.
Anthony Davis News / EssentiallySports / June 19
Lakers Sacrifice 3 Stars to Land Anthony Davis in Blockbuster Trade Idea
The summer of 2026 is shaping up to be a memorable one. Aside from a stacked draft class, several big-name stars could be on the move. As expected, the Los Angeles Lakers are once again at the center of these discussions, with some expecting them to assemble the ultimate win-now roster.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Austin Reaves Will Not Make Decision Solely Based On Money
There is very little doubt that the Los Angeles Lakers want Austin Reaves to remain with the franchise for the foreseeable future. And Reaves has spoken in the past on numerous occasions about his love for the team and city of L.A.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
LeBron James News / The Spun / June 19
There's One Scenario Could Lead To LeBron Leaving Lakers For Warriors
LeBron James has spent a good portion of his career battling against the Golden State Warriors, and yet, there's a chance he suits up for them during the 2026-27 season.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Luke Kennard Interested In Making L.A. His Long-Term Home
When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luke Kennard at the trade deadline last season, it was mostly viewed as a minor move, albeit one that gave L.A. one of the best shooters in NBA history.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Luka Doncic Reportedly Excited To See Lakers Follow Through With Promises Of Roster Upgrades
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is in the prime of his career and coming off an excellent season in which he finished fourth in MVP voting and was selected to the All-NBA First Team for the sixth time in his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 19
Luka Doncic Reportedly Trying To Recruit Jalen Duren To Lakers
Luka Doncic might not be pushing LeBron James or Austin Reaves to re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers right now, but it appears he is trying to convince a certain big man to come over.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 19
NBA Insider Says An Austin Reaves Max Deal Could Lead LeBron James To Join The Warriors
LeBron James and Austin Reaves are set to be two of the biggest names in free agency this offseason, and The Athletic’s Sam Amick thinks the Los Angeles Lakers will find it a bit difficult to bring both of them back.
Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Lakers are being linked to 1 All-Star center in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers could be going for broke as they look to fill the biggest hole on their roster. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is a target for the Lakers in free agency this offseason, according to a report on Thursday by Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Luka Doncic has told Lakers to make 1 big change to roster
Luka Doncic is definitely the centerpiece of the Los Angeles Lakers, and he is making the roster demands to back that up. Doncic has made one clear roster request of GM Rob Pelinka and coach JJ Redick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 18
Luka Doncic has one clear request for the Lakers
Doncic is taking over as the face of the Lakers, and he has a roster request for the team.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / June 17
Lakers’ Austin Reaves linked to Jazz as free agency nears
The Lakers are widely expected to re-sign Austin Reaves. If they don’t, well, you just never know. In a recent free-agency and trade breakdown for Bleacher Report, NBA cap expert Eric Pincus floated the idea of the Jazz pursuing Reaves in a sign-and-trade scenario this summer.
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