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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 17
Austin Reaves feels he owes a lot of his career to LeBron James 
The LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers has featured lots of turnover. Lots and lots of turnover. For years, the constant was LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Patrick Beverley Wants Tim Hardaway Criticized Over His Dwyane Wade-LeBron James Take
The GOAT debate took another crazy turn after Tim Hardaway claimed he’d take prime Dwyane Wade over prime LeBron James. The comment exploded across NBA social media, especially because Hardaway doubled down while defending his basketball résumé and Hall of Fame status.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 17
LeBron James Hopes Jordan Bond Will Mirror His Friendship With Kobe Bryant
The intense debate over the greatest basketball player of all time often creates distance between the legends themselves. Relationships often only form once players stop competing against each other.
The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score at least 40 points in 10 or more games in a single season can you name in five minutes?
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / May 17
Slovenian Media Exposes Foreign Scheme Against Luka Doncic as Lakers Star Leaves US After Injury-Hampered Season
After enduring a frustrating 2025-2026 campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic’s next season was cut short by an unfortunate hamstring injury.
The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Dillon Brooks Names Jarred Vanderbilt As One Of ‘Dumb’ Players In NBA
Someone who plays the villain role in the NBA extremely well is Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks, especially when he is matched up with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 17
Rob Pelinka Announces Future Plans Over Luka Doncic While Lakers Star Leaves US
Sidelined because of a hamstring injury, Luka Doncic helplessly watched the Oklahoma Thunder sweep his team’s 2026 playoff run on Monday. Shortly after, he had to leave for Europe because of an ongoing legal battle, but not before meeting with Rob Pelinka.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / May 17
FOX Sports’ Aaron Torres Calls LeBron James ‘Narcissist’ Over Lakers Frustration
Since the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason has kicked in, it has been overwhelmed by questions around LeBron James’ future with the franchise. Earlier this week, ESPN’s Stephen A.
Mark Daigneault News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Mark Daigneault Credits Lakers For Making Thunder Better
Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers ran into the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round without Luka Doncic and were swept as a result.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
Lakers rumors: NBA insiders think LeBron James should be paid whatever he wants, with caveats
Following the recent playoff exit of the Los Angeles Lakers, analyst Kenny Smith dismissed the idea that the franchise has taken LeBron James for granted.
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Lakers Emerging as Serious Threat to Steal Nuggets Champion Forward
The Los Angeles Lakers were routed 0-4 by the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the disastrous performance, the purple-and-gold brigade took a lot of flak.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Austin Reaves Contract Could Reach $40 Million Per Year In Free Agency
Coming off a career year, Austin Reaves is going to be in line to receive a lucrative contract after declining a player option and becoming an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his Los Angeles Lakers career.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
Lakers rumors: Marc Stein drops revelation about LeBron James possibly playing 25 seasons
Following a second-round sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder, former Lakers player and coach Byron Scott believes the organization must make the difficult decision to part ways with LeBron James.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Luke Kennard ‘Blessed’ To Be Part Of Lakers Organization
Somewhat lost in the shuffle amongst all of the Los Angeles Lakers’ free agents has been sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard. The Lakers acquired Kennard at the trade deadline and he wound up making a massive impact down the stretch of the season and in the playoffs.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / May 17
Darryn Peterson And 2026 NBA Draft Prospects Name Their GOAT; Share First LeBron James Memory
The NBA’s GOAT debate has mostly come down to Michael Jordan and LeBron James, and they were the only two names brought up by 2026 draft prospects during an interview with Bleacher Report.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 17
Paul Pierce Wants LeBron James To Retire, But Not For The Reason You Might Think
LeBron James‘ 2025-26 season came to an end after the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals. As has been the case in recent years, there have been calls for the 41-year-old James to retire, and Paul Pierce, once one of his fiercest rivals, thinks he should.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 16
Kendrick Perkins Admits He Was Wrong In Saying Luka Doncic Is Entering Joel Embiid Territory
ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins tends to come under fire for his takes every now and then, and he was put on blast online for his comments about Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic on First Take on Thursday.
Rui Hachimura News / Fadeaway World / May 16
Rui Hachimura Free Agency: 5 Potential Landing Spots For Lakers Forward
Rui Hachimura could be one of the more useful forwards available in free agency if the Lakers decide not to bring him back. Hachimura played this past season on an $18.3 million salary and averaged 15.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists while shooting 49.8% from the field and 39.2% from three.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 16
Should Lakers take a chance on Kristaps Porzingis?
The Lakers want certainty. That’s usually the goal. Reliable pieces. Proven fits. Players you can count on deep into the season and, more importantly, into the playoffs.
James Worthy News / Hoops Wire / May 16
James Worthy: Lakers to find ‘bruiser’ to play center
The Lakers have questions. Big ones. And according to franchise legend James Worthy, the biggest starts in the middle. “I think they definitely need to make some changes,” Worthy said on The Dan Patrick Show.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16
Paul Pierce has bizarre reason for thinking LeBron James should retire
Paul Pierce thinks LeBron James should retire, but his reasoning behind that stance is a bit strange. In a recent appearance on Kevin Garnett’s “KG Certified” podcast, Pierce voiced his opinion that James should call it quits now and not play another season.
James Worthy News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15
James Worthy Names Unexpected Player Lakers Should Target This Summer
The Los Angeles Lakers head into the NBA offseason with many questions to be answered, with the storied franchise expected to make major changes to the roster and the front office.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15
Deandre Ayton’s Future With Lakers Suddenly Feels Far From Certain
The Los Angeles Lakers had a bit of luck last summer when they were able to bring in two veteran players who unexpectedly became available. Deandre Ayton was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers, and Marcus Smart agreed to a buyout with the Washington Wizards.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 14
Which of their own free agents should the Lakers prioritize?
This postseason has left the Lakers with many questions heading into next year. The Purple and Gold seemingly defied the odds to defeat the Houston Rockets despite missing Austin Reaves for most of the series and Luka Doncic for the entire postseason.
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