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Jalen Duren Reportedly Holding Second Free Agent Meeting With Lakers After ‘Productive’ First Call

At the start of free agency on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers’ focus was on young restricted free agent big men as they reportedly met with both Walker Kessler in person and Jalen Duren on a call.

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LA Lakers free agency target drops ‘I’m here’ message to fans after LeBron James’ exit

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new era, and one of their free agency targets has already teased fans. With the departure of LeBron James officially confirmed, the Los Angeles Lakers are officially in the Luka Doncic era now.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 1

JJ Redick, Lakers Dealt More Bad News After LeBron James Decision

JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers will have a reshaped roster for the 2026-27 NBA season. On Tuesday, before 2026 NBA free agency began, forward LeBron James informed Los Angeles that he will not be returning for a ninth season with the Lakers.

LeBron James News / EasySportz / July 1

LeBron James Will Leave Lakers for New Chapter

LeBron James Informs Lakers He Won’t Return for 2026 Season LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers he won’t return for the 2026 season, setting the stage for a new chapter in his career, according to reports.

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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

Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / July 1

'Prepare for What’s to Come': Draymond Green Warns Austin Reaves After Lakers Hand Him $185 Million Deal

Every season produces an underdog story. Austin Reaves became that player for the Lakers. The former undrafted player outplayed his contract, exceeding every expectation and steadily developing into an offensive weapon.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 1

Why Kendrick Perkins is fuming with ‘turtle head’ Rich Paul amid LeBron James’ LA Lakers exit

LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, has made Kendrick Perkins angry. With LeBron James announcing his plans to leave the Los Angeles Lakers, his agent, Rich Paul, is obviously busy in finding the next destination for the 41-year-old.

NBA News / The Spun / July 1

Will LeBron James Team Up With Jaylen Brown For 2026-27 Season?

Despite all the chatter surrounding LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors this offseason, NBA fans may want to prepare to see him join forces with a Finals MVP who isn't named Steph Curry.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Lakers rumors: Rui Hachimura expected to follow LeBron James, Luke Kennard out the door in free agency

There’s a mass exodus happening in Los Angeles right now. Multiple players have left both the Lakers and the Clippers over the span of 24 hours. The Clips traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, while the Lakers are set to lose LeBron James and saw Luke Kennard sign with a different team.

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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.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 30

Walker Kessler considered Lakers top target in free agency

The Lakers’ top priority this summer is finding a center of the future, so it’s no surprise their top target this summer is a big man. The restricted free agent market is always tricky to navigate, but the two best centers available this summer fall both fall in that category.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 1

'He Would Basically Replace Rui Hachimura': Brian Windhorst Unveils Lakers’ Free Agency Target Amid LeBron James’ Exit

The LeBron James era in Los Angeles is officially over, and the Lakers have fully turned the page to the Luka Doncic era. With the franchise now committed to building around its new superstar, his demands can’t go unheard.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Report reveals LeBron James’ instructions to Rich Paul for free agency

LeBron James and his team are taking a strategic approach to deciding on his potentially final NBA landing spot. James confirmed on Tuesday that he was leaving the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Why Kendrick Perkins doesn’t want LeBron James to return to Cavs

Speculation regarding LeBron James’ future is running rampant after reports came out stating that he won’t be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers for his 24th season in the NBA.

Luke Kennard News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Luke Kennard Agrees To Join Suns On Two-Year Deal

Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year, $13MM deal with the Suns, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. The second year includes a player option. The Suns were reportedly looking at a number of veteran wings who could provide shooting.