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Lakers' Luka Doncic Shows Off Shocking Body Transformation at Offseason Event

The Los Angeles Lakers have had an underwhelming offseason, to say the least. They were expected to make big moves this offseason; however, they had done very little to establish themselves as a top-tier team heading into the upcoming season as things stand.

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'Playing With LeBron James Sucks': Richard Jefferson Explains Why Playing With Lakers Superstar is so Tough

LeBron James experienced tremendous pressure to succeed in the NBA before he even stepped foot on an NBA court, and that intensity has only amplified over the years.

Jalen Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Teammates with at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the 23 sets of teammates to score at least 30 points apiece in an NBA Finals game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Teammates with 30+ points in one NBA Conference Finals game' quiz

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'Most points in Game 1 of an NBA Finals' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / July 15

'Me and 4 Shooters': Shaquille O’Neal Believes the Formula His Lakers Used Would Dominate Today’s NBA

No player has dominated the NBA in the fashion that Shaquille O’Neal did. Shaq, in fact, remains confident of replicating similar levels of success in any era.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / July 15

'LeBron James as One of the Pioneers': Steve Nash Credits LBJ for the Rise in Scorers Also Being Playmakers

The NBA’s probably got the best talent pool it’s ever had. Fans of older eras may disagree, but players come into the league today possessing far greater skills than their predecessors did.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / July 15

'Get Him For $5 Million': NBA Insider Names One Player Who Can Ensure Lakers Winning Another Title

With the bulk of the free agents available in the 2025 offseason no longer on the market, the Los Angeles Lakers will feel lucky to have capitalized on one of the bigger fish in Deandre Ayton.

Bronny James News / Lakers Nation / July 15

Bronny James Feels Game Is Slowing Down For Him

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James has made massive strides over the last year. After being one of the most talked-about — and absurdly criticized — second-round picks in NBA history, he got off to a slow start.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Steve Nash gushes over LeBron James’ handling of Lakers’ Luka Doncic trade

The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a wild trade in the middle of last season to acquire superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks. It was a move that gave the franchise new life and a much better future outlook for the long term.

Al Horford News / Lakers Nation / July 15

Al Horford Rumors: Lakers Still In Mix For Veteran Center

The Los Angeles Lakers completed their biggest goal of the offseason by adding a starting center in Deandre Ayton after he was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 15

NBA Scout Strongly Doubts Cavs Actually Called About LeBron James

If the Cavaliers actually called NBA agent Rich Paul about a LeBron James trade, it’s news to one NBA scout. “I keep hearing their interest (in James) is minimal, if they have any at all,” the scout told Hoops Wire.