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Los Angeles Lakers could lose 2026 Playoffs hero to Houston Rockets in NBA free agency
The Houston Rockets might be getting ready to take Marcus Smart from the Los Angeles Lakers after his stellar performance in the 2026 Playoffs. Smart was instrumental in the Lakers’ upset first-round series win over the Rockets without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves (played just two games).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 27
Is LeBron James leaning one way in free agency?
James will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time since moving to the Western Conference, and there will be plenty of interest in his services, even after two decades in the pros.
Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / June 27
Cameron Carr Hoping To Put On Weight This Offseason
The first addition of the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers came in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. General manager Rob Pelinka selected Baylor wing Cameron Carr with the No.
The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Marcus Smart News / EssentiallySports / June 27
Lakers Risk Losing Marcus Smart After Another Heartbreak in Center Market, Per Reports
The last 48 hours of the NBA free agency market have been a perilous rollercoaster for the Los Angeles Lakers. They missed the chance to get Isaiah Stewart, who is now with the Grizzlies, while Isaiah Hartenstein is expected to remain in Oklahoma City on a new long-term deal.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / June 27
Dalton Knecht involved in blockbuster deal with a major impact on the league in latest NBA trade proposal
Former Tennessee Volunteers guard Dalton Knecht is expected to be traded by the Los Angeles Lakers before the 2026-27 NBA season. The expectation is that former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht will be traded before the 2026-27 NBA season.
Rui Hachimura News / EssentiallySports / June 27
Rui Hachimura’s Future in Doubt as Lakers Target 6’9 Forward, Per Insider
Rui Hachimura ended the postseason with an elite 56.9% shooting from deep. The Japanese forward is an unrestricted free agent, and it seems the playoff performance wouldn’t lead to a contract from the Purple and Gold.
Marcus Smart News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
Lakers in danger of losing key veteran in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have some competition in retaining the services of Marcus Smart. Smart was reported to be a likely veteran that the Lakers would retain heading into next season.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 27
Marcus Smart’s Lakers Future In Doubt, Rockets Emerge As Threat With Ime Udoka Reunion Plan
The Lakers have three players who have to decide on their player options. Marcus Smart ($5.4 million), Deandre Ayton ($8.1 million), and Nick Smith Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 27
Lakers Rookie Cameron Carr Sends Strong Message to Luka Doncic & Co After Revealing Body Transformation Plan
The Los Angeles Lakers showed faith in Cameron Carr when they traded up a spot and gave cash considerations just to acquire him. This was not lost on the 21-year-old during his introductory news conference on Friday.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 26
Rich Paul Questions Mitchell Robinson’s Fit With Luka Doncic Amid Lakers Interest
The Lakers have made it evidently clear that searching for an elite big man to fit alongside Luka Doncic as a lob threat is their priority, even over extending LeBron James’ contract.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / June 26
LeBron James reportedly weighing multiple possibilities in free agency
LeBron James‘ future with the Lakers appears no closer to being resolved. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, there is growing belief around the NBA that James has multiple legitimate options in free agency, with a return to Los Angeles no longer viewed as the only likely outcome.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 26
Lakers Summer League Schedule 2026: Dates, Times and Opponents
After the 2026 NBA Draft, the league pivots to free agency and the start of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, with the Los Angeles Lakers already filling out their roster with young players set to join Adou Thiero and rookie Cameron Carr.
Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / June 26
Cameron Carr Expresses Excitement At Lakers Introductory Press Conference
The Los Angeles Lakers traded up one spot with the New York Knicks to ensure they got the player they wanted, Baylor guard Cameron Carr, with the 24th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26
Lakers reportedly targeting top Knicks free agent
The New York Knicks are surely still basking in the glow of being NBA champions for the first time since 1973. They deserve to take the time to savor this victory.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Lakers top trade, free agent targets after drafting Cameron Carr, giving Austin Reaves $185 million contract
With the NBA Draft now out of the way, the Los Angeles Lakers turn to the bulk of the offseason, with roster moves still to be made when it comes to the free agency period, and possible trades.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / June 26
Lakers Get Big News on Two Top Free Agency Targets
The Los Angeles Lakers have launched their offseason on a strong note by securing a key piece of their roster for the future. The franchise moved quickly to lock in Austin Reaves with a substantial multi-year contract extension, ensuring his continued presence in Southern California.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 26
Luka Doncic's latest demand may force a Lakers veteran out
According to an ESPN insider, Luka Doncic has requested that the Lakers upgrade the center position, making Deandre Ayton the odd man out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 26
Lakers Narrow Offseason Targets To Three Physical Interior Anchors
The Los Angeles Lakers‘ search for a starting center has reportedly entered a new phase. After weeks of exploring virtually every option on the market, the franchise has now narrowed its focus to three physical interior anchors who fit Luka Doncic’s vision for the team.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / June 26
Luka Doncic Builds His Perfect NBA Player
Content creator Atiga Perez recently tasked Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic with building the perfect NBA player using active players, and the results were interesting.
Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25
Report: Lakers had their price for Austin Reaves driven up by 1 team
The Los Angeles Lakers apparently paid far more than they wanted to in order to retain Austin Reaves. The Lakers re-signed their homegrown star Reaves to a monster four-year, $185 million deal earlier this week.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 24
Mavs to acquire No. 56 pick Vsevolod Ishchenko from Lakers
The Lakers and Mavericks have made a minor trade late in the second round of the draft, with Los Angeles agreeing to send the rights to No. 56 overall pick Vsevolod Ishchenko to Dallas, per Dan Woike of The Athletic (Twitter link).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / June 24
Lakers, Austin Reaves Agree To Four-Year Max Deal
The Lakers and free agent guard Austin Reaves have reached an agreement on a deal that will keep him off the open market, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that Reaves will sign a four-year, maximum-salary contract worth a projected $185MM to remain in Los Angeles.
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