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Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Warriors, Timberwolves Have ‘Pitched’ Rui Hachimura In Free Agency

Most of the Los Angeles Lakers’ free agents have found new homes already this offseason, but the one major remaining player still available on the open market is forward Rui Hachimura.

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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

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Which teams could make blockbuster moves to entice the all-time great? · CBSSports.com

Deandre Ayton trade grades: Lakers ship veteran center to Wizards with eyes on free-agent replacement · CBSSports.com

Sources: Lakers trading center Ayton to Wizards · ESPN

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 3

Rich Paul explains pros and cons of LeBron James contenders

LeBron James may not be talking publicly about his free agency. His agent is. Rich Paul appeared on the latest episode of the Game Over podcast with Max Kellerman and, while he never came out and said where James is headed, he dropped plenty of hints about what matters most.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / July 3

Teen’s $3 Thrift Store Find Linked To Lakers Legend, Now Worth Up To $250K

A remarkable sports memorabilia discovery has captured widespread attention. A young shopper identified a rare historical item connected to one of basketball’s greatest figures and the Los Angeles Lakers.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 3

LeBron James has everyone guessing again, and that’s exactly the point

The overwhelming consensus from NBA sources on the landing spot of LeBron James is simple: No one has any idea. The Cavaliers? The Warriors? The 76ers?

Deandre Ayton News / Field Level Media / July 3

Report: Wizards acquire C Deandre Ayton from Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are trading center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round draft picks, ESPN reported Friday.

Kevon Looney News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 3

Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center

The Lakers got their A-list center, reportedly trading for Walker Kessler, but the frontcourt remains an area that needs to be addressed. Jaxson Hayes will reportedly play with the Jazz next season and with Deandre Ayton heading to the Wizards, LA suddenly has a need for a backup big.

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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.

Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / July 3

'Is Rob Pelinka Trying to Get Fired?': NBA GM Raises Concern After Lakers Splash $261 Million, Says Analyst

Spending $261 million usually signals confidence. Around the NBA, though, it has sparked something very different. As the Los Angeles Lakers aggressively

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 3

Lakers trading Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Jaden Hardy, picks

The Lakers’ offseason makeover isn’t finished yet. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Los Angeles is trading veteran center Deandre Ayton to the Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and second-round picks in 2031 and 2032.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Deandre Ayton Traded To Wizards For Jaden Hardy & Second Round Picks

The Los Angeles Lakers roster is beginning to come together around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as the team has been able to add Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes since the start of free agency.

Deandre Ayton News / Hoops Rumors / July 3

Lakers Trading Deandre Ayton To Wizards

The Lakers are trading center Deandre Ayton to the Wizards, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). According to Charania, Washington will send guard Jaden Hardy, a 2031 second-round pick, and a 2032 second-round pick to Los Angeles in exchange for Ayton.

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / July 3

Agent: LeBron James would've joined Knicks if not for title

LeBron James would have taken his talents to Madison Square Garden next season had the building's tenants not just won the NBA title, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3

Rich Paul makes big admission about LeBron James and the Knicks

LeBron James’ free agency would not be much of an event had the New York Knicks not won an NBA title. James’ longtime agent Rich Paul showed off a full whiteboard of James’ potential landing spots on the latest episode of his “Game Over” podcast, with the Knicks being one of them.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3

Warriors may steal another Lakers star in free agency

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. is looking to make a big splash to help Stephen Curry bring a fifth NBA championship home.

Rui Hachimura is being linked to 2 interesting new teams

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Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 3

Lakers reportedly eyeing Jonathan Kuminga — but there's a roadblock

They've reportedly set their sights on the former lottery pick.

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Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Luka Doncic Reportedly ‘Excited’ About Lakers’ Offseason Moves

The Los Angeles Lakers could have went in a number of different directions this offseason, but the one they chose has garnered a lot of criticism nationally.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3