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Ex-Mavs Guard Fires Back at Charles Barkley Over Luka Doncic and Lakers Remark

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are heading into a new season with plenty of questions. LeBron James is gone, the roster around Doncic has been reshaped, and no one quite knows what this version of the Lakers will look like.

Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / September 13

Marcus Smart Was ‘Ready To Forward’ In Different Situation

It felt like a no-brainer for the Los Angeles Lakers to retain Marcus Smart this offseason, especially after his first-round postseason performance. LeBron James and Smart were two critical reasons as to why L.A.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / September 13

JJ Redick Recalls Requesting Memorabilia From Ray Allen & Stephen Curry

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has proven that his track record as an NBA player is translating to his time on the sidelines. In what is a surprise to many, the Lakers looked the part of a playoff team under Redick in his first two seasons at the helm.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / September 13

'I’ve Been the True Leader': Luka Doncic Makes Bold Claim Amid Confusion Over His Weight

The Los Angeles Lakers have entered a defining new era. Their front office changed, their roster shifted, and the franchise now rests on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Norman Powell News / Lakers Nation / September 13

Bulls’ Norman Powell Calls Lakers Most Overrated Team In NBA

Expectations for the Los Angeles Lakers this upcoming season have been mixed because no one truly knows how all these new pieces will come together. However, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are a formidable backcourt to build around, and they added some quality pieces as well.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 13

Magic Johnson Believes Dr. Jerry Buss Deserves Next Lakers Statue

When thinking about the success of the Los Angeles Lakers, the immediate association is with the Buss family, specifically Dr. Jerry Buss. He bought the Lakers in 1979 and turned the team into a powerhouse, which began with the Showtime era.

Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / September 13

Ziaire Williams Discusses What He Has Worked On This Offseason

Exactly how the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation will look this season with so many new faces on the roster is unclear. But one intriguing player who could play a big role, and perhaps even be a starter on this team is forward Ziaire Williams.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / September 13

Former NBA champion names LA Lakers in ‘most overrated’ conversation with streamer N3on

An NBA All-Star took a shot at the Los Angeles Lakers while on stream with N3on. Norman Powell has joined the Chicago Bulls, signing a two-year $45 million contract.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 13

Rob Pelinka Lets Bronny James’ Thorn for Lakers Minutes Walk to Luka Doncic’s Former Team

Despite LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, Bronny James remains a part of the Los Angeles Lakers. James Jr. has been part of multiple trade talks over the summer, but it seems he has a little more breathing space with the Purple and Gold franchise.

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Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / September 12

Lakers are one injury away from having worst defense in the NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers paid a massive price in order to get their hands on Walker Kessler this offseason.

Lakers’ Walker Kessler says lost season helped him ‘fall in love’ with game again

Lakers are looking to trade two players before the start of the season

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 12

Lakers’ Record Ownership Sale Faces Longer Wait for NBA Approval

After only 14 months of ownership, Mark Walter, the majority stakeholder, decided to sell the Los Angeles Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-setting $12.5 billion, which was a shocking turn of events for the storied NBA franchise.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 12

Nick Smith Jr. Close To Signing With Real Madrid

The Los Angeles Lakers experienced major roster turnover this offseason as they look to better cater to the needs of star Luka Doncic. That naturally led to the departure of numerous players, one being former two-way guard Nick Smith Jr.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 12

Norman Powell Calls Lakers The Most Overrated Team In NBA

Norman Powell did not hesitate when he was asked to name the most overrated team in the NBA, as he took a direct shot at the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Jeanie Buss News / Lakers Nation / September 12

Jeanie Buss: Phil Jackson Deserves Lakers Statue

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they will unveil a statue for former head coach Phil Jackson outside of Crypto.com Arena ahead of the contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 9, 2027.

Maxi Kleber News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 12

Maxi Kleber may be signing with Luka Dončić’s team in Italy

In the spring, it was announced Luka Dončić would be teaming with former Dallas Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson as part of an ownership group purchasing the Italian basketball club, Vanoli Cremona, with plans to move the team to Rome for 2026-27.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / September 12

Luka Doncic Reveals His Hidden Talent

Because professional athletes have to put so much time and work into getting to the level they are at in their field, it is often difficult to imagine them doing anything else.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 12

Get To Know New Lakers Assistant GM Eric Amsler

Coming into the offseason, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka let it be known that the franchise would be looking to hire two assistant general managers to work under him.

Walker Kessler News / Hoops Wire / September 12

Lakers’ Walker Kessler says lost season helped him ‘fall in love’ with game again

Walker Kessler missed basketball. Now he says he sees it a little differently. The Lakers center appeared in only five games for the Jazz last season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Lakers are looking to trade two players before the start of the season

The Los Angeles Lakers already parted ways with the majority of their roster from last season, and now even more cuts could be coming. The Lakers are looking to trade two players on their roster before opening night, Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report reported this week.

Walker Kessler News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 11

Lakers’ Walker Kessler Sees the Game Differently After Lost Season

Last season, Los Angeles Lakers newcomer Walker Kessler missed all but five games of the 2025-26 NBA season for the Utah Jazz due to a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 11

Lakers hire longtime Heat executive Eric Amsler as assistant GM

The Lakers have added another experienced voice beneath longtime head of basketball operations Rob Pelinka. Whether that eventually means anything for Pelinka is a question for another day.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Former Lakers Trade Target Suffers Devastating Injury Before NBA Season

The Los Angeles Lakers spent years searching for a long-term answer at center, particularly after the departure of Anthony Davis left the roster without a proven interior anchor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 9