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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / May 21
LeBron James says free agency decision could be delayed until August
Los Angeles Lakers star and NBA legend LeBron James is now an unrestricted free agent for the first time since joining the Lakers in 2018, but he said it could be a little while until he makes a decision on his future.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 21
LeBron James' former teammate urges him to join Knicks or Cavaliers
James wasn't playing in the NBA playoffs like a player who's ready to retire.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21
LeBron James’ future with Lakers may come down to one key deadline
LeBron James’ future remains unclear ahead of what would be his 24th season in the NBA. After the Los Angeles Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder, questions swirled about whether or not James would retire or play another year.
The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz
How many of the players to score 35 points, dish out five assists and haul in five rebounds in a Conference Final game at least once can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 21
Andrew Friedman, Farhan Zaidi not expected to permanently join Lakers front office 
Lakers President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka said that with Mark Walter as the majority owner, the Lakers would spend everywhere possible to improve the franchise.
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.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 21
LeBron James Explains What Makes Victor Wembanyama Special Outside Of Height
Victor Wembanyama entered the NBA with the highest expectations seen since Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was drafted by his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers back in 2003.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / May 21
LeBron James: Lakers simply ‘failed in talent’ in loss to Thunder, playoff exit
The way LeBron James sees it, the Los Angeles Lakers didn’t lose to the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder because of effort, toughness or coaching.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 21
LeBron James: Lakers Fought To Maximum Ability But Were ‘Out-Talented’ By Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end at the hands of the defending NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder in a second-round sweep. Despite being without Luka Doncic, the Lakers gave the Thunder a fight with LeBron James leading the way and Austin Reaves coming back from injury to contribute anything he could.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / May 21
LeBron James puts focus on winning, unwilling to 'start over' in Year 24
LeBron James might not be willing to play for the league minimum, but if the potential Lakers free agent keeps retirement on the backburner, he's prioritizing winning over all other factors when considering his options for 2026-27.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 21
Andrew Friedman & Farhan Zaidi Involved In Assistant GM Interviews
This summer will be an extremely important one for the Los Angeles Lakers, but not just about on-court progress and building up the roster. With new owner Mark Walter entering his first offseason since purchasing the franchise, the Lakers entire front office is set for a rebuild as well.
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 21
Austin Reaves rehabbed oblique injury with Dodgers medical staff
It was a pleasant surprise to the Lakers that Austin Reaves was able to return earlier than expected from his oblique strain. Thanks to his efforts to get back, Reaves helped the Lakers eliminate the Rockets and then played in the second round against the Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / May 21
Former NBA player wants Bronny James to leave basketball for golf after seeing ‘insane’ swing
Bronny James’ golf swing has started a new round of jokes about whether his best sporting path might not be basketball after all. The Los Angeles Lakers guard has become a viral offseason topic after showing off a smooth swing that surprised fans and former players.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / May 21
LeBron James admits future wide open entering free agency
For the first time in a long time, LeBron James genuinely sounds unsure about what comes next. Speaking with Steve Nash on the Mind The Game podcast, James acknowledged he still has not decided whether he plans to continue playing, remain with the Lakers, or potentially finish his career elsewhere.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / May 21
LeBron James Details Thought Process, Timeline Going Into Free Agency
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has a lot of important decisions to make this offseason. It’s no secret that the end is near for the 41-year-old, but he showed in 2025-26 that he can still play at an extremely high level if he wants to keep going.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 21
Lakers' LeBron James outlines timeline for deciding plans for this upcoming season
The Lakers haven't reached the Western Conference Finals since the 2022-23 season and have been eliminated in the first round three times over the past six seasons.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 21
The Timberwolves exec who turned down Lakers’ promotion offer
The Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason plans extend beyond reshaping their roster. The Lakers may have the issue of LeBron James’ potential retirement hanging on their heads aside from the challenge of continuing to build a title-challenging team around the likes of Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 21
Jarred Vanderbilt Updates State Of Relationship With JJ Redick After On-Court Confrontation
The confrontation between Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and forward Jarred Vanderbilt was a brief one, but still one that caught the eye of many watching the game.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / May 21
Luka Doncic Reportedly Reaffirmed Major Decision About His International Basketball Future
Luka Doncic had quite a disappointing season. While he looked in some red-hot form for the Los Angeles Lakers, things quickly got worse as the Slovenian star’s season ended due to an injury.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 21
Lakers’ Luka Doncic doubles down on huge offseason basketball decision
After spending last summer recalibrating his physique, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic will now spend the offseason recovering from a hamstring injury, which kept him sidelined in the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 20
Giannis Trade Rumors Take Another Turn for the Lakers
All indications point to the Los Angeles Lakers being aggressive in their efforts to improve their roster heading into the NBA offseason, with a lot of speculation about the team potentially going all out to pull off a blockbuster trade for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 20
2 Unrestricted Free Agents the Lakers Should Target This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers' playoff run ended with a second-round sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the biggest takeaway was simple: they need a better big.
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