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Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / July 1
Grading Every Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Signing Today
The Los Angeles Lakers took over the NBA free agency period on Wednesday, signing FOUR players to help their rotation. They spend over $250 million in just a few hours.
Quentin Grimes News / Hoops Wire / July 1
Lakers signing Quentin Grimes to four-year, $60M contract
The Lakers continue building around Luka Doncic. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Los Angeles has agreed to a four-year, $60 million contract with free-agent guard Quentin Grimes.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Collin Sexton Signing Multi-Year Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers’ roster is going to look at lot different when the 2026-27 season roles around as they are following through with their plan of utilizing max cap space.
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / July 1
Report: Collin Sexton to sign two-year, $19 million contract with Lakers
Collin Sexton has agreed to a two-year, $19 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. He is set to join the Lakers after spending the 2025-26 season with the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 1
LeBron James’ Private Meeting With Cavs Owner Emerges After Rich Paul’s Latest Admission, Per Sources
Less than 24 hours after LeBron James stunned the NBA by choosing free agency over another season with the Los Angeles Lakers, a fresh rumor out of Cleveland added another twist to one of the biggest stories of the offseason.
Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Lakers Agree To Four-Year Deal With Mamukelashvili
Just minutes after the Lakers’ pending acquisition of Walker Kessler was reported, they made another significant frontcourt addition. The Lakers have agreed to a four-year, $52 contract with big man Sandro Mamukelashvili, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Quentin Grimes Agrees To Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers were expected to be one of the more busy teams in free agency this summer as they went into it with the most cap space in the NBA, especially with the expectation that LeBron James will be playing elsewhere.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Quentin Grimes News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Lakers To Sign Quentin Grimes To Four-Year Contract
The Lakers are in agreement with free agent guard Quentin Grimes on a four-year contract worth $60MM, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Sandro Mamukelashvili Agrees To Free Agent Contract
Despite the Los Angeles Lakers having the most cap space in the NBA, they were patient at the start of free agency, setting up meetings with some of their top targets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 1
Lakers legend Magic Johnson sends farewell message to LeBron James
The Lakers and James were together for eight glorious seasons, but that's all coming to an end.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1
Lakers get their big with massive Utah Jazz trade
Los Angeles has had suspect frontcourt depth since trading Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Doncic, and the major addition shores up the organization's rim protection.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1
Lakers land star big man in blockbuster trade with Jazz
It was only a matter of time before the Los Angeles Lakers made a splash during free agency, and that happened on Wednesday. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Lakers are acquiring center Walker Kessler in a blockbuster trade with the Utah Jazz.
Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Lakers Reportedly Agree To Sign-And-Trade With Jazz For Walker Kessler
Upgrading the center position was a top priority for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason as getting an ideal big man to pair with superstar guard Luka Doncic is crucial.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 1
LeBron James prepared to make notable financial decision as he explores options in free agency
James informed the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday that he will not return to the team for his 24th NBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 1
Did LeBron James make calculated move to help Bronny James?
It's hard to think one aspect of LeBron's handling of his future was a coincidence.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Luka Doncic Shares Message For LeBron James
Prior to the start of free agency, it was revealed that LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers of his intentions to continue his playing career elsewhere next season, ending his tenure with the franchise after eight seasons.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / July 1
Marcus Smart Agrees To Contract With Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers had a number of role players who were extremely critical to their success last season and arguably the most important was veteran guard Marcus Smart.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 1
Lakers Expected To Lose Six Key Players In Free Agency Amid Major Roster Shakeup
The Los Angeles Lakers were poised to be one of the biggest players in the free agency and trade markets this offseason. With several expiring contracts, the Purple and Gold were bound to boast enough cap flexibility to build a stronger roster for the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Lakers are expected to sign two notable role players in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be prioritizing depth over big swings at this point.
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