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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 17
Lakers’ New-Look Roster Draws Harsh Assessment From Michael Porter Jr.
After eight seasons with future Hall of Famer LeBron James leading the way for the Los Angeles Lakers, the team has pivoted to building around superstar guard Luka Doncic for the foreseeable future, heading in a different direction.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 17
Byron Scott Shares Sad Lakers Reality as Major Anthony Davis Proposal Emerges
The Los Angeles Lakers have made major changes around Luka Dončić, but one question still hangs over the roster: do they have enough defensive strength to make a deep playoff run?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 17
Breaking Down Options Lakers Could Cut To Get Roster To 15 Players
The NBA allows for 15 players under fully guaranteed contracts at the start of each season, along with three two-way contracts. The Los Angeles Lakers currently have 16 players under guaranteed contracts, which is allowed for the time being, but will need to be trimmed down before Opening Night on Oct.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Collin Sexton News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 17
Can Collin Sexton prove to be more than a luxury for the Lakers? 
Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 17
NBA Insider Believes Jeanie Buss Is Likely To Lose Legal Battle With Siblings Over Lakers Sale
NBA insider and attorney Nate Duncan says Jeanie Buss faces a massive uphill legal battle in her attempt to prevent her siblings from selling the Buss family’s remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 17
Lakers Insider Reveals Leading Candidate For Fifth Starting Spot
The Los Angeles Lakers were among the most active teams in the NBA this summer. To compensate for the departure of many key players, the Purple and Gold underwent a significant retooling, culminating in the addition of several talented assets.
Caitlin Clark stars alongside Josh Allen and Luka Doncic in new Gatorade commercial
Caitlin Clark’s off-court empire continues to grow, serving as a primary focal point in Gatorade’s newest national campaign. On paper, Caitlin Clark’s base WNBA salary is just over $500,000 this season.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / September 17
Ziaire Williams Takes Pride In Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers knew that point-of-attack defense has been a weakness of the team for several years, and it would need to be addressed as they revamped the roster this summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Habit / September 17
The Lakers' revamped roster has one obvious outcome
The Los Angeles Lakers came into this offseason with a lot of cap space and for the first time, they were able to build a team around Luka Doncic. This
Michael Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 17
Michael Porter Jr. gives blunt assessment of Lakers
The Lakers retooled this season. At least one competitor isn't particularly impressed with what they've built.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 17
Lakers’ Luka Doncic Names NBA Legend He Wishes He Could Face
It has been a busy NBA offseason for Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, who has gone from getting back to 100 percent healthy to hosting a minicamp in Slovenia for his teammates and doing the rounds with fans around Europe.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17
Ex-Lakers forward will trade blows with Delonte West in boxing match
What is an offseason without an intriguing update involving the Los Angeles Lakers? Well, sort of. Former NBA guard Delonte West continues to try to improve his life and find a sense of direction amid his long struggle with mental health and substance abuse.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / September 16
Lakers Unveil Austin Reaves Bobblehead For Dec. 27 Vs. Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers unveiled a first look at their first Austin Reaves bobblehead fan giveaway on Sunday, Dec. 27 against the Memphis Grizzlies. Fans in attendance at the Lakers’ contest will receive the giveaway item.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 16
Adam Silver Addresses Major Questions Surrounding Lakers Ownership Saga
After 14 months of being the majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, Mark Walter made the shocking decision to sell his stake in the team to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-setting $12.5 billion.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 16
Gilbert Arenas Makes Brutal Prediction for Luka Doncic’s New-Look Lakers
Heading into the NBA offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers were determined to make some drastic changes and go all in on building the team around superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Kobe Bryant News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Matt Barnes opens up about viral flinch moment with Kobe Bryant
March 7, 2010, will be a memorable date for former NBA player Matt Barnes. That was the day when Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant didn’t flinch when Barnes faked throwing the ball at his face in a video that will be viral for a long time.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / September 16
JJ Redick Discusses Involvement In Rebuilding Pacific Palisades Rec Center
The Los Angeles communities of Pacific Palisades and Altadena were devastated in the winter of 2025 when wildfires ravaged both towns. Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick lived in the Palisades, and was devastated for the loss of memories from his home, and the loss that the entire community suffered.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 16
Watch: Luka Doncic & Lakers Celebrate Kobe Day At Slovenian Hospital
The Los Angeles Lakers trip to Slovenia was all about team bonding, getting to know each other and beginning to build that chemistry amongst a roster full of new faces.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / September 15
NBA insider’s ‘don’t expect anything’ answer to potential Los Angeles Lakers trades
The Los Angeles Lakers have made a lot of moves this offseason, and there’s an update on potential future deals. The LA Lakers and LeBron James parted ways this offseason, and it has now officially become Luka Doncic’s team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / September 14
Lakers Legend Shaquille O’Neal Shares Exciting Career News
Shaquille O’Neal is adding another chapter to a post-playing career that already includes television, business deals, music and a long list of endorsements.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 14
'No Excuses': Lakers Legend Sends Blunt Warning to Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes & 6 Others
The roster is ready, and the team has set the stage. Now it is ime for the Los Angeles Lakers to shine. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will lead the way.
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.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 9
Lakers deal major blow to Heat front office before 2026-27 season
Training camp is getting closer and closer, and the Miami Heat just saw their operations take a major hit.
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