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Walker Kessler News / EssentiallySports / July 10
'Weight of the World on His Shoulders': Lakers’ Poor Perimeter Defense Will Burden Walker Kessler, Says Tim MacMahon
The Los Angeles Lakers’ aggressive offseason retooling is far from complete. But the concerns are already manifesting. The Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves core has officially landed an elite rim protector in Walker Kessler.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 10
LeBron James Faces Fan Backlash as Shams Charania Reveals NBA Owners’ Unusual Attempts to Reach Him
The circus of the 2026 NBA free agency period is reaching reality-TV levels of drama. LeBron James is spending the offseason casually vacationing while half the NBA world salivates over him, from Europe to Cleveland.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 10
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Raptors
Luka Doncic apparently likes what the Lakers have done this offseason. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Doncic is “excited” about Los Angeles’ revamped roster after the team added Walker Kessler via trade and signed Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Kevon Looney in free agency.
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
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
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 9
Apparently, the streets are talking, and they say LeBron James returning to Cavs
Everyone has a LeBron James opinion these days. Some come from NBA executives. Some come from agents. Some come from anonymous league sources. And then… there are the streets.
Walker Kessler News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 9
Walker Kessler is most exciting addition Lakers have made this offseason 
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
Cameron Carr News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
Lakers guard sends warning to rest of the NBA with Cameron Carr prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers earned a taste of the potential Cameron Carr brings this season. Carr dominated against the Miami Heat by dropping 26 points in NBA Summer League action.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9
Teams are recruiting LeBron James through a bizarre method
Teams interested in signing LeBron James are having to resort to some unusual methods to try and recruit him.
NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / July 9
'Chasing this imaginary Jordan ghost': Charles Barkley Explains Why He Opposes LeBron James to the 76ers
Free agency in the NBA tends not to be very silent for long periods, and this free agency period is no different, with LeBron James being unsigned more than a week into it, and rumors abound regarding his next landing spot.
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 / Lakers Nation / July 9
Dennis Schroder Discusses Beef With Luka Doncic
Dennis Schroder and Germany faced off against Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Slovenia in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket competition.
Kevon Looney News / Lakers Nation / July 9
Reported Details On Why Kevon Looney Chose To Sign With Lakers
Barring another signing, the backup center for the Los Angeles Lakers projects to be Kevon Looney. The 30-year-old is entering his 12th NBA season, and is among the most accomplished backup bigs in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 9
Rob Pelinka Explains Why Lakers Seized Chance to Land Walker Kessler
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into the NBA offseason with a couple of goals at the top of their list. One, re-signing Austin Reaves to a long-term deal, which they’ve accomplished when it becomes official, and secondly, acquiring an A-list center to play alongside Luka Doncic and Reaves for the foreseeable future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 9
Lakers view remaining roster spots as ‘critical’ to team success
While most fans focus on projected starting lineups and ponder whether their stars are good enough, teams have to think about everything from top to bottom.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 9
Austin Reaves Reveals Text Message After LeBron James Decided To Leave Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have moved on from the entire starting lineup that won a first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets in April, including — most notably — LeBron James.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 9
LeBron James could be passing up his perfect team
Is LeBron overlooking a great opportunity?
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 9
Insider reveals LeBron James has one big reason to sign with 76ers
The Sixers are reportedly trying to make a run at James, and they have the financial flexibility to do so.
Walker Kessler News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 9
Lakers Officially Acquire Walker Kessler, Sign 2 Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite a busy summer thus far, with the team going through a major roster overhaul to build around superstar Luka Doncic for the foreseeable future.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 9
NBA Trade Rumors: PJ Washington Contract ‘Not Appealing’ To Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have officially welcomed Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, Walker Kessler and Jaden Hardy to the team, and still await the official word on both Collin Sexton and Kevon Looney.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 9
Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga pursuit comes with an obvious problem
Why the Lakers need to be careful in their pursuit of Kuminga.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
Charles Barkley’s ‘nice guy’ reason for ranking LeBron James behind ‘killers’ Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant
Charles Barkley has never shied away from comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. But always putting Jordan and Bryant ahead of LeBron.
Austin Reaves News / HITC / July 9
Lakers’ Austin Reaves couldn’t hide how he plans on spending new $185 million contract
The Los Angeles Lakers gave Austin Reaves a $185 million contract extension, and the 28-year-old guard already has plans for that money. Reaves averaged 23.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.5 assists last season and established himself as an All-Star caliber player for the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9
Report: Lakers are looking to trade one veteran player
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to move on from The Vandalorian. The Lakers have expressed a willingness to trade veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt, Khobi Price of The New York Post reported on Wednesday.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 8
Three teams emerge as favorites in LeBron James sweepstakes
Until LeBron James finds his landing spot in a post-Los Angeles Lakers world, people are going to be fixated on his next move. Can you blame them? At 41, James truly defies Father Time.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 8
Lakers may have to get creative to land Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers won't leave a stone unturned in their pursuit of talent to pair with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 7
NBA Draft trade may haunt Knicks as Cameron Carr shines in Summer League
Devoid of much size and athleticism on the bench, the Knicks just might end up regretting this decision.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 7
Lakers dropped the ball with one of Luka Doncic's preferred targets
They can't give their star player everything he wants.
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