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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Ball Exclusives / May 18
NBA contenders are reportedly already calling LeBron James
The NBA offseason has begun for most teams and the biggest free agent on the market is already getting calls from contenders across the league. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, virtually every contender has called Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his camps since the season ended.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 18
NBA Rumors: Lakers, Austin Reaves, Pistons, JB Bickerstaff, Blazers
Lakers guard Austin Reaves is expected to have a real market this summer. Maybe a huge one. According to The Athletic’s Dan Woike and Sam Amick, the Jazz and Hawks are among the teams with known interest in the Lakers guard heading into free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 18
‘A Lot Of Teams’ Have Already Called Rich Paul About LeBron James
One of the biggest questions this offseason, not only for the Los Angeles Lakers, but around the entire NBA, is the future of LeBron James. The superstar clearly has plenty left in the tank and can contribute at a high level, but after 23 years in the NBA, he could choose to call it a career.
The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 18
Lakers Could Axe Luka Doncic’s Close Teammate to Land ‘Bargain’ Big, Per Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers have a long offseason ahead. And a lot to decide before heading into the 2026-27 season. No one knows what the future holds for LeBron James.
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.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / May 18
Rui Hachimura Has Not Thought About Free Agency Yet
Rui Hachimura put together a masterful playoff run for the Los Angeles Lakers, specifically with his absurd 3-point shooting. He increased his production when both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves were out, which propelled L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 18
Darryn Peterson Picks Basketball IQ From LeBron James’ Game
While Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James showed some signs of physical decline in Year 23, he still looked like one of the best players in the NBA. What makes James so special as a player is his ability to process the floor in an instant and make the right play.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 18
Lakers to Face Dead End Unless Austin Reaves Is Traded, Says NBA Reporter: 'Really Difficult to Acquire'
The core reason behind the Lakers’ sloppy playoff exits extends to Luka Doncic’s absence. However, they still wouldn’t contend with the Thunder. The Purple and Gold were outmuscled on both sides of the floor.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / May 18
Lakers Risk Losing Luka Doncic’s Close Confidant to Conference Rival: Report
The Los Angeles Lakers are predicted to be active in the market this summer. But they may have to start protecting their own. One of their assistant coaches has fallen on the Portland Trail Blazers’ radar.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 18
Complete MVP Voting Results: Luka Doncic Finished Fourth, Top 8 Players Revealed
A few hours after Shams Charania leaked that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had won the MVP award, the NBA released the full voting results for the top on social media.
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.
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / May 17
NBA insider hints that Dalton Knecht won’t be part of the league’s biggest trade question
The former Tennessee star is stuck in a bad situation in Los Angeles, and it doesn’t appear as though one path out of town will involve being a part of the league’s biggest blockbuster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 17
One Lakers Free Agent Is Reportedly Emerging as a Major Priority
The Los Angeles Lakers have some tough decisions to make during the NBA offseason, with many players on the roster becoming free agents or having the option to test free agency by opting out of their deals.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Luka Doncic Finishes Fourth In 2025-26 NBA MVP Voting
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic turned in an exceptional 2025-26 season, but his hamstring injury at the end of the regular season likely cost him a shot at winning NBA MVP.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 17
Cavs, LeBron James have mutual interest in potential reunion
The idea isn’t going away, and now, it may have a little more substance. According to NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, there is “mutual interest” between LeBron James and the Cavaliers when it comes to a potential reunion this offseason.
LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
LeBron James Brings Star Power to Caesars Palace Event With Savannah James
LeBron James may be done playing this season, but the Los Angeles Lakers superstar is still dominating headlines off-court. Days after the Lakers’ playoff exit, LeBron popped up in Las Vegas alongside Savannah James for one of the city’s biggest celebrity-packed weekend events.
Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 17
Rui Hachimura praised a former Lakers coach for his improvement as 3-point shooter 
Despite being one of the league’s very best at it this season, shooting threes still isn’t really Rui Hachimura’s “thing.” In fact, he downright doesn’t like it.
Los 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.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 17
Lakers’ Luka Doncic’s Offseason Plan Revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers' season is over, knocked out by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the playoffs. Luka Doncic, who missed the entire postseason with a hamstring injury, has now left LA and flown back home to Slovenia.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers 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 / 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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