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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 30
JJ Redick Happy For Rui Hachimura’s Success
Reflecting on the Los Angeles Lakers postseason run, Rui Hachimura was arguably the biggest bright spot. In 10 playoff games, he averaged 17.5 points on 54.9% from the field and 56.9% from 3-point range.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 30
Michelle Beadle and Chandler Parsons Clash Over Luka Doncic’s Championship Credentials
If Luka Doncic’s trade from the Dallas Mavericks did not ruffle enough feathers, his time at the Los Angeles Lakers surely has. Despite having some brilliant displays this season, the Lakers had to survive the entire postseason without Doncic.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 30
Derek Fisher Believes Luka Doncic Can Lead Lakers To Championship
The Los Angeles Lakers believe they have their franchise player who will lead them to their next championship in Luka Doncic. Armed with salary cap space and draft picks, the organization has the means to properly build the roster around him this summer in hopes of getting the team to that championship level.
Luke Kennard News / EssentiallySports / May 30
Lakers’ Plans for Luke Kennard Become Clear as $27 Million Bulls Target Emerges
The Los Angeles Lakers appear set to retain Luke Kennard, but a $27M guard could complicate that plan. In the absence of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves due to injuries, he quickly became Robin to LeBron James in the team’s underdog playoff win against the Houston Rockets, earning praise from all over the NBA world.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 29
Jeanie Buss Supportive Of Luka Doncic Owning European Team
From the moment the Los Angeles Lakers acquired superstar guard Luka Doncic, the franchise, from the top down, has done everything to show support to him in any way possible.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 29
Luka Doncic: Winning Championship With Lakers Is Most Important Thing
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has made it very clear that his goal is to bring this franchise another NBA Championship and he is extremely focused on doing just that.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 29
Austin Reaves Lakers Future Has One Unexpected Team Standing in the Way
The Los Angeles Lakers just wrapped up a tough 2026 postseason run, falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round. As the offseason begins, one question is already louder than anything else around the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / May 29
Luka Doncic, Donnie Nelson pair to purchase Rome pro team
Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic and former Dallas Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson teamed to purchase professional basketball club Vanoli Cremona in Italy's Lega Basket Serie A, with a bid to become NBA Europe's representative in Rome.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 29
Luka Doncic Fulfills ‘Dream’ Of Owning Professional Basketball Team In Europe
Many players who come from Europe to the NBA at a young age are projects who often barely play for their European clubs. Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was an exception as he was the star of Real Madrid, leading them to a EuroLeague championship and winning EuroLeague MVP at just 19 years old.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29
Cavaliers' Koby Altman addresses Evan Mobley, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors
The Cleveland Cavaliers were among the handful of teams routinely linked with Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo even before Cleveland was swept out of the Eastern Conference Finals by the New York Knicks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 29
Can Nick Smith Jr. turn his strong moments into a meaningful commitment from the Lakers? 
Welcome to our annual Lakers season in review series, where we’ll look back at each player on the team’s roster this season and evaluate if they should be part of the future of the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 29
Insider shuts down Luka Doncic-Kyrie Irving Lakers reunion buzz
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka recently made it clear that they will build a roster around guard Luka Doncic this summer. It is the logical move for the Lakers, who found success in Doncic’s first full season with the squad, although it ended in a sweep in the second round of the playoffs.
Rob Pelinka News / Lakers Nation / May 29
Rob Pelinka Believes March Was ‘Proof Of Concept’ For Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have a rare opportunity to effectively start from scratch in their team building around one of the best players in the world in Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 29
Larry Bird Called LeBron James The Second-Greatest Player After Michael Jordan
Former NBA player Jeff Teague has stories for days, and he shared another interesting one on the latest episode of his Club 520 Podcast. Teague got to be around the great Larry Bird during his 2016-17 season with the Indiana Pacers and recounted a conversation between them about LeBron James.
Adou Thiero News / Lakers Nation / May 29
Adou Thiero Discusses Areas Of Focus During Offseason Workouts
The Los Angeles Lakers don’t have much on the roster in terms of young players with potential to grow into impact players, but one who showed some flashes in limited appearances this season was rookie wing Adou Thiero.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 29
Lakers’ Luka Doncic opens up on major career move following dismal end to season
What looked like a promising season for Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic ended in sheer despair after he suffered a hamstring injury just a few games before the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 29
LeBron James Reminisces About 2016 Cavs Title Run Just a Day After Clarifying Lakers Future
King James just did the digital equivalent of ‘ No pressure,’ after pretty much putting the pressure on his team. Just 24 hours after a clear demand to the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office, LeBron James has ignited the trade rumor mill by looking back at his historic past.
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / May 29
NBA THE RUN Open Beta Is Free — Here's How to Download It
For basketball gaming fans, it has been a long time since a major streetball-focused title entered the conversation. That changes on June 9 when NBA THE RUN officially launches, bringing fast-paced arcade hoops, NBA superstars, street legends, and online competition to a new generation of players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 28
LeBron James shares Cavs throwback on Instagram story
With speculation about his future continuing to swirl, LeBron James gave Cavaliers fans something to talk about Thursday. James shared a throwback Cavs clip to his Instagram story, featuring a highlight from Cleveland’s 2016 NBA Finals championship run against the Golden State Warriors.
Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28
1 Eastern Conference team named ‘potential bidder’ for Austin Reaves
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is set to hit free agency, and he could command a massive deal this summer. While Reaves could return to the Lakers, there have been reports of teams making near-max offers to the former undrafted star.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 28
Insider reveals what LeBron James is looking for from Lakers
For the first time since he moved to the Western Conference, LeBron James is an unrestricted free agent. An insider has shed some light on what it will take for James to return to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 26
LeBron James is still exactly what the Lakers need
Now that the Los Angeles Lakers' season has officially ended, it's time for the perennial debate among Lakers fans. Is the franchise better with or without LeBron James going forward?
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