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Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / August 8
Tony Allen Believes Kobe Bryant Is Best Scorer Ever
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and all-time defender Tony Allen are forever linked. Allen was a member of the Boston Celtics team that faced Bryant in the NBA Finals twice in three years, then went on to amass six All-NBA Defense selections in seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Austin Reaves Hilariously Explains Why He’s Looking Forward To Luka Doncic’s Minicamp In Slovenia
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic will host a minicamp in Slovenia from Aug. 20 to Aug. 24, and almost all of his teammates will be in attendance.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / August 8
'They Need to Relook': NBA Champion Warns Luka Doncic’s Lakers After Failing to Recreate 2024 Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers are now younger and more athletic, as Rob Pelinka made a major overhaul with eight new additions. The Purple and Gold franchise is actively trying to build a “Dallas 2.0.” But a former NBA champion states a playoff run for the new-looking Luka Doncic team feels unlikely.
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?
Matisse Thybulle News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 7
Matisse Thybulle has a shot at having a breakout season with Lakers 
The Lakers spent a ton of money this summer re-signing Austin Reaves and trading for Walker Kessler, but they also made small moves that could have a big impact.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / August 7
Report: Notable Lakers player is in danger of being cut
A former first-round draft pick may be living on borrowed time in Los Angeles. Lakers forward Dalton Knecht is in danger of being cut by the team, veteran NBA writer Jovan Buha reported this week.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / August 7
Ziaire Williams: ‘Super Surreal’ To Be Playing For Hometown Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers knew they needed to improve their perimeter defense this offseason and one of the players they added was wing Ziaire Williams, who is coming off the best year of his career with the Brooklyn Nets.
Klay Thompson News / Lakers Nation / August 7
Mychal Thompson Trying To Get Klay Thompson To Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers still have some work to do to finalize their roster for the 2026-27 season. Their biggest remaining need is a starting-caliber wing, as the team would currently have to start someone out of position.
Walker Kessler News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 7
Lakers got the offensive fit at center they desperately needed in Walker Kessler
Entering a pressure-packed summer, the entire NBA world knew the Lakers needed an upgrade at center. After a few iterations of stopgap players and rumors of who would be the perfect big man to pair with their superstar, the team landed their guy on July 1.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Lakers Nation / August 7
Jonathan Kuminga Talks Have ‘Stalled’
The Los Angeles Lakers still need one more starting-caliber wing in order to call their offseason complete. However, who that player is remains unclear, as there aren’t many of that archetype available on the free agent or trade market.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 7
Lakers' free-agency 'fantasies' might lead them back to a disappointing option
They might be forced to pivot.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Hidden Connections On The Lakers’ 2026-27 Roster You Might Not Know About
The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the busiest teams in this 2026 offseason, which, in turn, means there are a lot of new faces on that roster. Bringing in a lot of them usually results in a lack of familiarity, but a lot of these additions have either played with each other or with players already on the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Lakers Insider Identifies Major Concern With Team’s Current Starting Lineup
The Los Angeles Lakers have a completely revamped roster around Luka Doncic. But insider Jovan Buha thinks that there is a major hole on the wing in the starting lineup.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / August 7
Dalton Knecht Set for Lakers Exit if Insider’s Bronny James Prediction Is Correct
The Los Angeles Lakers have built a deeper roster this offseason. But that could create a tough problem before opening night. With 16 players competing for limited opportunities, someone may have to go.
Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / August 7
Cameron Carr Has Chance To Play ‘Right Away’
Among the many new additions for the Los Angeles Lakers this summer was No. 24 overall pick Cameron Carr out of Baylor University. Carr, a versatile 3-and-D guard/forward, is exactly the type of player that the Lakers have been missing over the last few years, and certainly an archetype that the current team needs.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / August 7
'Gold Digger': Former NBA Player On Luka Doncic’s Ex Demanding $50 Million In Child Custody Battle
The Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is reportedly facing an ugly situation in his home country, just days following receiving good news in Los Angeles. His
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / August 7
Los Angeles Lakers Insider Drops Brutal Update for Bronny James
The Los Angeles Lakers face a roster crunch that requires trimming one player before the regular season begins, after adding forward Matisse Thybulle in free agency.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6
Lakers’ Luka Doncic’s ex reportedly puts $50 million price on settlement
Luka Doncic and Anamaria Goltes may have found a path toward resolving their increasingly public legal dispute, but it reportedly comes with a staggering price tag.
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 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.
Los Angeles Lakers 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 / Yardbarker / August 5
Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga
Could the Lakers have more competition in trying to land Kuminga?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / August 5
Los Angeles Lakers Championship Contenders: Are They After Their 2026 Offseason?
Are the Los Angeles Lakers championship contenders after undergoing a huge transformation this offseason? It’s a bit difficult to judge where this team is at.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Why one Lakers player will not attend Luka Doncic's overseas minicamp
Luka Doncic is trying his best to have the Los Angeles Lakers bond before the 2026-27 NBA season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 4
Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick
The Lakers are looking to build their new roster around Luka Doncic.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 3
Lakers may have a Plan B for Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers may have no choice but to pursue someone else before free agency and the trade market dries out even more.
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