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NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 30
DeMar DeRozan Plays ‘Start, Bench, Cut’ With Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson & LeBron James
An interesting conversation surrounding LeBron James is about where he stands amongst Los Angeles Lakers greats like Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson. James signed with L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 30
Tracking every prospect the Lakers have looked at for the 2026 NBA Draft 
After having to buy their way into the draft in 2025, the Lakers own a first round pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA draft, giving them a chance to add a young talent at the start of the summer before an important offseason.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 30
Lakers Continue To Work Out Prospects Ahead Of 2026 NBA Draft
An important summer is approaching for the Los Angeles Lakers and the first step is the NBA Draft, which is a way to add inexpensive talent. L.A. has struggled in recent years with missed draft picks in Dalton Knecht and Jalen Hood-Schifino, and they will look to get back on track in 2026.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / May 30
Why LeBron James’ best friend sees Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen’s rings as the ‘same’
Rich Paul’s Scottie Pippen argument is not really about taking six rings away from Michael Jordan, it is about rejecting the way fans rank help. The LeBron James associate and Klutch Sports founder jumped straight into one of basketball’s oldest fights.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 30
LeBron James Only Motivated By One Thing
As LeBron James mulls his future, whether he wants to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, sign elsewhere, or step away from basketball, he knows his worth.
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 / 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.
Rich Paul News / Fadeaway World / May 30
Rich Paul Reveals He Became A Millionaire By Age 27
Rich Paul is one of the most powerful figures in sports today. But long before he was negotiating billion-dollar NBA contracts, he was a young entrepreneur trying to build a future for himself.
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 / 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.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 29
Lakers’ Austin Reaves debuts buzz cut after 2nd-round Thunder loss
The Los Angeles Lakers have had about two weeks to free their mind from the second-round loss sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder, and hopefully, they’re enjoying the offseason.
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.
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.
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.
Adou Thiero News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 29
Can Adou Thiero turn his moments of promise into production for 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.
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.
LeBron James 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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