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Projected NBA Salary Cap For 2026-27 Season Lower Than Expected

This offseason is setting up to be an extremely important one for the Los Angeles Lakers, as they are set to have ample salary cap space to make moves in free agency, while also having access to multiple first-round draft picks should they want to include them in a trade.

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Jaxson Hayes Trolls Teammate Jarred Vanderbilt With Bizarre IG Comment

Who said Jaxson Hayes can only have fun with his opponent players? He is equally after his own teammate, if not more. The Los Angeles Lakers may be dealing with inconsistency on the court, but moments off it continue to show a group that’s still connected.

NBA News / HITC / March 27

Why Luka Doncic’s MVP case is inferior to Victor Wembanyama and Jaylen Brown, explains 2x NBA champ

Isiah Thomas has drawn a clear line in the MVP race, placing Victor Wembanyama and Jaylen Brown ahead of Luka Doncic despite the Lakers star’s undeniable talent.

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The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 27

Lakers return home from successful trip to face spiraling Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers received a welcome day off on Thursday following a six-game trip that saw the team solidify its third-place standing in the Western Conference.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / March 27

Lakers Injury Report: Will LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves Play Tonight vs. Nets?

The Los Angeles Lakers will have many good reasons to dominate the Brooklyn Nets when the two teams meet for an exciting matchup at Crypto.com Arena in LA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 27

Isiah Thomas Drops Luka Doncic From MVP Talks As NBA Legend Doubts Lakers’ Title Chances

The MVP race has reconfigured since January but by a handful of NBA veterans’ standards, Luka Doncic just isn’t making the cut. Despite putting consistently high volumes of numbers and leading All-Star votes, his impact on the Los Angeles Lakers just isn’t translating into the top individual honor.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Nick Wright Questions 'Lunacy' in Recognizing Luka Doncic's 'Dominance'

Luka Doncic started chasing history the moment this season began. In his first three games, he became just the second player in NBA history to open a season with three consecutive 40-point performances, joining Wilt Chamberlain.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 26

JJ Redick stresses health as Lakers push for strong finish

Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is questionable for Friday’s game against Brooklyn with left hamstring soreness, as relayed b y Dan Woike of The Athletic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / March 27

Luka Doncic Gets Honest on Bronny James’ Performance This Season

It’s no mere feat to get a thumbs-up from the likes of Luka Doncic, a hooper who is playing at a level not seen since Michael Jordan, but Bronny James just managed to do that.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / March 26

Lakers Injury Report vs. Nets: Key Updates On Luka Doncic, Rui Hachimura, And Marcus Smart

The Los Angeles Lakers must finish the season strong if they want to maintain their current position at third in the Western Conference (47-26). Unfortunately, they are facing several injuries that could limit their availability for the rest of the week.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Marcus Smart News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 26

Luka Dončić questionable, Marcus Smart out vs. Nets

Getting back in LA was easy for the Lakers, but returning healthy has proven difficult. As they prepare to take on the Nets, the injury report is once again full of names.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Lakers Announce Luka Doncic Injury on Thursday

Luka Doncic looked great on Wednesday night as he led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 road win over the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Doncic turned in another awe-inspiring performance with a game-high 43 points on 15-of-30 shooting.

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Coco Gauff Compares Her Hat to LeBron James' Mask in Miami

Coco Gauff's team advised her to skip the Miami Open due to a shoulder injury sustained at Indian Wells. Of course, Gauff was not going to miss her homecoming.

LeBron James News / Bleacher Report / March 26

Watch: Bron & Bronny checking in

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 26

Is the Apple Vision Pro the best way for Lakers fans to watch games?

With Mac computers, the iPhone, iPad and AirPods, Apple has a track record of continuously changing how we interact with the world through the internet and technology.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 26

Luka Doncic Highlights Under-the-Radar Bronny James Play Lakers Needed Most

Throughout much of the 2025-26 NBA season, Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James has seen his role on the team fluctuate significantly. The 21-year-old

Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Lakers' Dalton Knecht Receives Bad News on Thursday

When the Los Angeles Lakers selected Dalton Knecht with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, the expectation was that he could step in early as a scoring option off the bench.

Bronny James News / Lakers Nation / March 26

Lakers ‘Needed’ Bronny James Against Pacers, And More Praise

Bronny James has played sparingly for the Los Angeles Lakers through his first two NBA seasons. Because the Lakers have been set at the guard positions, James has gotten most of his basketball reps with the South Bay team.

Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / March 26

Jaxson Hayes Fueled By Extra Motivation In 20-And-10 Game

The Los Angeles Lakers finished their grueling road trip by holding off a feisty Indiana Pacers team to come away with a 137-130 win. Luka Doncic led all

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 25