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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Lakers Reportedly Prioritizing Retaining Two Free Agents
This offseason is an extremely important one for the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to improve their roster around superstar guard Luka Doncic and build this team into a championship contender.
The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz
The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?
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.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Lakers ‘Widely Expected’ To Re-Sign Austin Reaves
One of the biggest dominoes for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason will be what happens with Austin Reaves as he is expected to decline his player option and earn a significant pay day in unrestricted free agency.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / June 15
Report: Lakers Have Identified Two Key Players They Want to Keep as They Build Around Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers may still be figuring out what comes next with LeBron James, but the organization reportedly already knows two players it wants to keep around long term, including Luka Doncic.
Dalton Knecht News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Dalton Knecht: ‘Special’ To Have First Basketball Camp In Tennessee
Transitioning from NCAA to the NBA takes time and Los Angeles Lakers sophomore forward Dalton Knecht appeared to make that transition look easy as a rookie.
Austin Reaves News / Total Pro Sports / June 15
Austin Reaves’ Future With the Lakers Reportedly Becoming Increasingly Clear
Austin Reaves will undoubtedly decline his 14.9 million player option and enter free agency in the upcoming offseason. He reportedly wants the Los Angeles Lakers to give him the maximum allowable salary, which is a five-year, nearly 240 million deal.
Daniel Gafford News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 14
Could the Lakers make another run at Daniel Gafford? 
The Lakers’ search for a center this summer is going to require them to find someone who can be the yin to Luka Dončić‘s yang as a pick-and-roll partner.
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 / HITC / June 14
LeBron James reveals heartbreaking childhood memory of not knowing what a pantry was, recalls promise that fueled him
LeBron James has built a billion-dollar life, but one of his clearest childhood memories is still rooted in something as simple as not knowing what a pantry was.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 14
Draymond Green Shares Surprising Take on LeBron James' Lakers Future
Despite Rich Paul of Klutch Sports trying to set the record straight in terms of all the rumors swirling about LeBron James’ immediate future in the NBA, the speculation continues about whether he’ll return to the Los Angeles Lakers, try his luck elsewhere as an unrestricted free agent or simply retire.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 14
Bill Simmons would ‘bet life’ on Warriors stealing LeBron James from Lakers
The Golden State Warriors will do whatever they can to improve their team this offseason, and that might include going after LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers star will be a free agent next month, and there will be several teams looking to bring him to their team, as he may not have many years left in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 14
Rich Paul says 10-12 teams have reached out about LeBron James
The Lakers are once again dealing with LeBron James summer drama, which has become an annual tradition at this point. However, with James being an unrestricted free agent, this isn’t an offseason where we can all just laugh at the passive aggressiveness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 14
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton among NBA free agency wild cards
The Lakers spent a couple of years searching for a reliable starting center. There’s at least a little evidence that Deandre Ayton was that guy. But now, LA may have to convince him to stick around.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 14
Magic Johnson Believes Lakers & LeBron James Need To Make Decision ‘Soon’
Plenty of important decisions loom this summer for the Los Angeles Lakers with LeBron James as arguably their most more important. He will be heavily coveted as a free agent, but a return to the Lakers also seems to make sense for both parties if they can find a numer that works.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / June 14
Austin Reaves Shares ‘Pinch Me’ Moments In NBA
There is no denying that Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves deserved All-Star consideration given his strong play to begin the year. Unfortunately, injury prevented him from solidifying his case and perhaps next year he will be on everyone’s radar.
Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / June 14
Magic Johnson: Lakers Need To Get Younger & More Athletic
NBA free agency is just around the corner and the Los Angeles Lakers are amongst several Western Conference teams looking to make considerable roster changes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / June 14
Shaquille O’Neal Reveals Why He’d Choose LeBron James Over Kobe Bryant to Start a Franchise
Shaquille O’Neal shared his thoughts on the draft scenario, choosing between LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. His answer reveals what matters most to Shaq.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / June 13
Rich Paul Says 10-12 Teams Have Inquired About LeBron James
Appearing Friday on The Pat McAfee Show (Twitter video link), LeBron James‘ agent revealed that there’s already significant interest in his client if he decides to leave the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 13
Lakers may have a huge offer for Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers are stuck in an awkward position with star shooting guard Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / June 13
Can one change end the Lakers’ centre nightmare? The answer will surprise you
What stands out most about the Lakers’ offseason isn’t a splashy signing or a bold trade – it’s the way they’ve stopped trying to convince themselves everything is fine as is.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 13
Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar catches USA-Paraguay FIFA World Cup action
Los Angeles Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar added a legendary presence to the FIFA World Cup scene as the USMNT rolled past Paraguay, 4-1. The Paraguay-USMNT matchup already carried big energy, but Abdul-Jabbar’s appearance gave the night a special crossover feel.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 12
Lakers are facing competition for Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a crucial offseason with Austin Reaves. After signing a four-year, $54 million deal in 2023, the former undrafted free agent will likely opt out of his contract to pursue a bigger deal.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / June 12
LeBron James has one massive demand for Lakers
James may only have one more chance to win another NBA championship, and he should be looking at the place that gives him the best opportunity to do so.
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