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Bill Simmons would ‘bet his life’ LeBron James will sign with this team in 2026

As always, speculation has been rampant on where LeBron James will take his talents as he enters free agency this offseason. After playing the previous eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer could be on the move again.

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Isiah Thomas Explains Why He Supported LeBron James Taking Control of His Career

Isiah Thomas shared his thoughts on why modern superstars switch teams so frequently. The former Detroit Pistons legend explained why he supports players like LeBron James, who prioritized their own careers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 17

LeBron James’ Lakers Future Gets Major Boost While He Enjoys Overseas Trip With Ex-Teammates

The LeBron trade watch just got interesting. On one hand, LeBron James is enjoying a Cavaliers reunion of a different kind. On the other, his impending free agency has taken an optimistic turn for the Los Angeles Lakers.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

The '30-point, 20-rebound playoff games' quiz

The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA Finals-winning coaches' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / June 17

Luka Doncic offers thoughts on what Lakers need this offseason

The Lakers already know they have work to do this offseason. Apparently, Luka Doncic has a pretty good idea of where he’d start. Speaking during a recent interview with Drafteados, Doncic was asked what he believes the Lakers need to add around him moving forward.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / June 17

Lakers’ Reported Offseason Plans Revolve Around a Longtime Frontcourt Target

The Los Angeles Lakers will have an expectantly busy offseason. They have several guys who are either restricted free agents or would be free agents. While Luka Doncic remains in place, the same cannot be said for some of the team’s core players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / June 17

Luka Doncic Reveals the Two Teammate Traits That Bring Out His Best

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic gets double-teamed a lot. Opposing teams often send him two guys the moment he passes midcourt just to negate his effectiveness on the court.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / EssentiallySports / June 17

Lakers Legend, Who Suffered a Stroke in March, Announces Retirement After 43 Seasons as He Begins New NBA Chapter

The LA Lakers have seen legends on the court come and go over the last four decades. But one legend constantly remained behind the microphone. Now, as

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 17

Luka Doncic Outlines the Teammates He Needs After Calling Lakers’ Season ‘Bad’

Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers’ franchise centerpiece, has broken his offseason silence with a demand that’s far more pointed than LeBron James’ recent “vet max or depth” ultimatum.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / June 16

LeBron James, Lakers trying to work out new contract

The Cavaliers and others continue to be linked to LeBron James. That doesn’t mean he’s leaving the Lakers. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the focus remains on the Lakers as James and Los Angeles continue discussing what could be his return for a record-setting 24th NBA season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 16

NBA Rumors: Lakers, LeBron James, Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns, Nets

The Lakers’ offseason still revolves around one man. No, not Luka Doncic. LeBron James. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, one of the biggest questions facing the Lakers is determining what James’ next contract might look like and how it impacts everything else they hope to accomplish.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Luka Doncic sent a message to Jalen Brunson in the middle of the NBA Finals

Jalen Brunson got some love during this year’s NBA Finals from his former co-star. Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was interviewed this week by Spanish YouTube channel Drafteados.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 16

Longtime Lakers PA announcer Lawrence Tanter to resign, take advisor role

One of the staples of the Lakers over the last four decades has been legendary PA announcer Lawrence Tanter. However, a new voice will echo through Crypto.com Arena moving forward.

Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 16

How much should the Lakers pay Austin Reaves?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 16

Lakers have money to spend, but there’s a catch

The Lakers may have money to spend this summer. Whether they can actually use it to dramatically improve the roster is another question entirely. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, rival executives view much of the Lakers’ projected salary-cap room as “phantom” cap space, largely because creating it would require losing key contributors.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / June 16

Luka Doncic Gives Input On What Type Of Players Lakers Need

When the Los Angeles Lakers shockingly acquired Luka Doncic, their timeline shifted to building around him to compete for championships for years to come.

Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 16

Lakers' Rui Hachimura Just Emerged as Potential Target for Team Nobody Expected

The start of NBA free agency is right around the corner, with the Los Angeles Lakers already allowed to begin negotiations with their free agents, which is quite a long list of notable players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 16

Jaxson Hayes Obtains Slovenian Passport But Won’t Play For National Team This Summer

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic in 2024, he quickly built a nice chemistry with Jaxson Hayes both on and off the court. Hayes is an athletic lob threat, which is the perfect type of big man to thrive playing with Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 16

Rival executives believe LeBron's free agency will end this way

Is LeBron's free agency destined to end with this result?

Lakers expected to keep Austin Reaves as LeBron James weighs future

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Lakers hit with scary ‘phantom’ free agency reality by rivals

The Los Angeles Lakers hope to make some changes with their roster, following the 2025-26 NBA season. While Los Angeles made the NBA Playoffs, the team wasn’t able to reach the Conference Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 16

51 Years Ago Today: Lakers Made One of the Greatest Trades in NBA History

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most historic franchises in NBA history, and for good reason. After all, the team has the second-most championships with 17, only behind the Boston Celtics.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 16

Lakers Have Two Free Agents At The Top Of Their Summer Target List

The Los Angeles Lakers will head into the offseason with more questions than before. Despite making it to the second round of the playoffs while facing unfavorable circumstances this year, even though the team looked competitive, it was clear they were not competitive enough.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FortyEightMinutes / June 15

NBA Draft Notes: Bulls, No. 4, Lakers, Trades, Steinbach, Hornets

Curiously, none of the top 4 projected picks have worked out for the Bulls. If the Bulls were to trade down, they’d no doubt be able to land a “franchise-changing” haul for the No.