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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 6

How Luka Doncic’s best three NBA seasons compare to Anthony Edwards’ three most prolific years

Let’s get straight to it. How do Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards’ best seasons compare? We break it all down. Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards are the two biggest basketball superstars playing today to never win the NBA Championship or never win the MVP.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Ranking The 10 Greatest Lakers Ever: Where Does LeBron James Land?

Few franchises make a “greatest ever” list as difficult as the Los Angeles Lakers, arguably the most storied franchise in NBA history. This is a franchise that has had Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jerry West, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kobe Bryant, among many others.

Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / August 6

Luka Doncic’s Ex-Fiancée Is Demanding LeBron James-Type Money In Divorce Settlement — Mind-Blowing Number Revealed

Luka Doncic’s ex-fiancée has raised the stakes in their ongoing dispute. Anamaria Goltes filed a new claim in Slovenia. She is seeking a total of $50 million.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

Kevon Looney News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 6

Kevon Looney has a chip on his shoulder this season, ready to bring championship experience to Lakers

While the Lakers are oozing with talent at the top of the roster in Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, this team has two things it lacks: veterans and championships.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Watch: Shaquille O’Neal Can Still Throw It Down

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal isn’t a name brought up often when it comes to all-time great dunkers as that is usually reserved for more perimeter based players like Vince Carter, Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins and Blake Griffin.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / August 6

Could Shaquille O’Neal Staying With the Lakers Have Brought Home More Championships?

With four rings and what is considered to be the most dominant prime in basketball history, Shaquille O’Neal is left to wonder how many more rings the Los Angeles Lakers might have won if he had simply remained in place.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 6

'Put Him Out There': 3x Lakers Champion Says What Should Be Done With Bronny After LeBron James’ Exit

In 2003, a teenage LeBron James walked into the NBA with no famous last name to lean on. Two decades later, his own son, Bronny, finds himself in a similar spot – without his father standing next to him on the floor.

NBA News / TWSN / August 6

Luka Doncic Wants Former Teammate Added to Los Angeles Lakers' New-Look Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely reshaped their roster this offseason, and it has clearly been built with the thought in mind that Luka Doncic is the centerpiece.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 6

Chemistry and connections of the 2026-27 Lakers

With the LeBron James era officially over, it is time to move on to the Luka era and all his new teammates with the cap space the Lakers have used this offseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Cameron Carr Ranks Fourth In Vertical Leap Rating In NBA 2K27

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Cameron Carr has a number of tools at his disposal that has many excited about the type of player he can become at the NBA level.

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

Shaq’s Strong Reaction to LeBron’s Lakers Exit Includes a Deandre Ayton Jab

The LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers is over, with the four-time NBA champion choosing to take his talents to the Philadelphia 76ers this summer, sparking what would be a drastic roster overhaul for the team he left behind with Luka Doncic now at the helm.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Lakers Insiders Reveal Which Player Is In Danger Of Getting Cut

The Los Angeles Lakers have put together a very deep roster after making a flurry of moves this offseason. But that depth has also created a problem. With 16 guaranteed contracts currently on the books, the Lakers must eventually trim their roster down to the regular-season limit of 15 players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Dalton Knecht vs. Bronny James: Who Should The Lakers Trade To Finalize Their 15-Man Roster?

This year’s offseason has been marked by activity for the Los Angeles Lakers. From star-caliber additions like Walker Kessler to essential signings like Kevon Looney and Ziaire Williams, the Purple and Gold have done a tremendous job of solidifying their squad.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Lakers Believe Having Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Made Free Agent Pitches Easy

The Los Angeles Lakers have an entirely new roster around their star duo of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. L.A. parted ways with six of their top 10 in

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / August 6

Is Bronny James’ roster spot in jeopardy with Los Angeles Lakers revealed

The 2026-27 NBA season could be a make-or-break season for Bronny James. For the first time in his NBA career, Bronny James will enter a season without his father, LeBron James, on the same team.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

Luka Doncic is answering Lakers’ post-LeBron James question

Luka Doncic is already answering Lakers’ biggest post-LeBron James question

Luka Doncic does not need to prove he can carry the Los Angeles Lakers on the court. Averaging 33.5 points, 8.3 assists and 7.7 rebounds last season handled that rather convincingly.

LeBron James given a golden reason to play until 2028

Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga

Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick

The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz

Cameron Carr News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 5

Lakers’ Cameron Carr Cracks Surprising NBA 2K26 Top 10 List

The Luka Doncic era of the Los Angeles Lakers is officially underway, with the team going through a massive roster overhaul this summer to build around the two-time NBA scoring champion.

NBA News / The Lead / August 5

How Many Games Will The Re-vamped Lakers Win This Season?

The 2026 NBA playoffs gave spectators valuable insight into the league’s future. It’s clear that the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder are head and shoulders above the competition. It’s remarkable since they share a generation with Nikola Jokic and Anthony Edwards, both playoff staples at this point.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 5

Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga

Could the Lakers have more competition in trying to land Kuminga?

Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick

Luka Doncic reportedly favors PJ Washington reunion with Lakers

Why one Lakers player will not attend Luka Doncic's overseas minicamp

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 5

Luka Doncic’s Lakers Minicamp In Slovenia Dates Revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers have a completely remade roster going into the upcoming season with a number of new additions. And with the vocal leaders of last year’s team, LeBron James and Marcus Smart, both gone, the onus will be on superstar Luka Doncic to step up in that aspect as well.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 5

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Reportedly Prefers P.J. Washington Over Jonathan Kuminga

The Los Angeles Lakers have spent much of their offseason pursuing Jonathan Kuminga. But a few reports suggest Luka Doncic might prefer a different player: Dallas Mavericks forward P.J.