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Lakers Involved In Potential Record Seven-Team Expanded Kevin Durant Trade

The NBA offseason is off and running and so far, the Los Angeles Lakers have lost Dorian Finney-Smith to the Houston Rockets. That opened up the full mid-level exception though, which they used to sign Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia.

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The Lakers might be involved in a record-breaking seven-team trade

A seven-team trade could be brewing in the NBA that would include the Lakers, among a slew of other teams. For the fans who like to concoct crazy deals in the trade machine, we might be reaching their Super Bowl.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 2

Bronny James On LeBron Trade Rumors: ‘I Don’t Really Pay Attention To That Stuff’

Los Angeles Lakers youngster Bronny James hears the same things the rest of us do. So he knows all about the trade rumors surrounding LeBron James. And like a lot of us, Bronny heard about the current chatter from a friend.

James Harden News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

How many of the 25 NBA players with the most career assists can you name in five minutes?

The 'No. 3 NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'Multiple 200+ three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 2

Lakers announce 2025 Summer League roster

The Lakers announced their Summer League roster on Wednesday, highlighted by Bronny James and Dalton Knecht. On Wednesday, the Lakers held their first practice of the year for their Summer League squad before officially announcing the roster.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2

Two notable ex-Lakers figures could join Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers-Dallas Mavericks pipeline could be getting even stronger.

Ex-NBA champion coach Frank Vogel lands new job

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The '2024-25 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 2

Luka Dončić ‘excited’ to play with Deandre Ayton

With Deandre Ayton joining the Lakers, Luka Dončić finally has a legit starting center to play with in LA and he sounds pretty happy about it. It took longer than Lakers fans wanted, but Los Angeles has finally landed a center.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 2

Lakers Announce Summer League Roster, Including Bronny James, Dalton Knecht & More

The 2025 NBA Draft and start of free agency came and went, which means that Summer League is just around the corner for the Los Angeles Lakers. As usual, the Lakers will play in the California Classic at Chase Center in San Francisco before heading to the desert for the annual Las Vegas Summer League.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Insane LeBron James No. 1 pick stat surfaces after Lakers’ Deandre Ayton signing

The Los Angeles Lakers’ recent addition of Deandre Ayton has not only addressed a critical roster need but also added an unexpected layer to LeBron James’ already historic resume.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Lakers rumors: Bill Simmons seems to confirm Rob Pelinka ‘negged’ Dorian Finney-Smith

The Los Angeles Lakers are never ones to shy away from the spotlight. They are always in the headlines, and the NBA offseason has been no different. The team was sold for a record amount of money, and there has been massive trade speculation surrounding LeBron James.

Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Dalton Knecht Sends Message After Lakers’ Major Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers have dominated headlines all week after what has already been an eventful offseason. Following a painful playoff exit in Aprl, LA has been sweating things out to build a competitive roster for next season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 2

LeBron James Reportedly 'Wants Out Of LA' And Lakers 'Want Him Gone'

Ever since the first-round exit in the 2024 NBA Playoffs, all eyes have been on the Lakers regarding what lies ahead for them, and especially LeBron James.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 2

‘I’ll show you’… LeBron James comments on Damian Lillard adds intrigue to LA Lakers interest in superstar

The LA Lakers have been named as a team who have registered interest in Damian Lillard. Damian Lillard’s spell with the Milwaukee Bucks is over. The franchise will continue to pay him after stretching his contract, but he has been waived from the team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 2

James Worthy reacts to LA Lakers move for Jake LaRavia, picks out ‘magnet’ he will thrive alongside

LA Lakers legend James Worthy has shared his views on the newest recruit of the team Jake LaRavia, who he believes will benefit from playing with a key player on the Purple and Gold.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Luka Doncic Goes Viral After Deandre Ayton Joins Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally found their starting center after landing Deandre Ayton in free agency. Shams Charania of ESPN reported the development after several reports linking Ayton and the Lakers following the big man's buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 2

Luka Doncic Involved In Offseason Plans & Excited To Play With Deandre Ayton

The Luka Doncic era appears to be in full motion for the Los Angeles Lakers as they’ve signaled that they’re setting up to build the team in his image moving forward.

Deandre Ayton News / Yardbarker / July 2

How well does the Lakers' newest acquisition fit with the team?

It took until Day 3 of NBA free agency, but Los Angeles Lakers fans can rest easy knowing they finally have their starting center in place for the 2025-26 season.

Deandre Ayton agrees to sign with the perfect team to maximize his potential

Lakers' splash signing comes with major red flags

Somebody needs to save LeBron James from the Lakers

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'NBA players to record a triple-double in 2017-18' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Former No. 1 pick to sign with Lakers

After officially clearing waivers on Wednesday, center Deandre Ayton has agreed to sign with the Lakers as an unrestricted free agent, confirms Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 2

Somebody needs to save LeBron James from the Lakers

LeBron James recently exercised the $52M player option on his contract. He will return to the Lakers for the 2025-26 season. Yet, for the first time in his illustrious career, James is going into a season where he's not the marquee name on the roster.

Does LeBron want a trade or just attention?

James' agent reportedly provided notable update on trade market

Bronny James addresses the LeBron trade talk

20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 2