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On YouTubeDrew Timme News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 26
Can Drew Timme or Chris Mañon build off strong G League seasons? 
Welcome to our annual Lakers season in review series, where we’ll look back at each player on the team’s roster this season and evaluate if they should be part of the future of the franchise.
Charles Barkley News / EssentiallySports / May 26
'Wrong 95% of the Time': Lakers Legend Calls Out Charles Barkley in Debate Over Declining Sports Broadcasting Standards
Modern NBA broadcasts have never been louder, faster, or more entertaining. But according to a former NBA guard and longtime analyst, they have also stopped teaching fans the actual game.
NBA News / The Forkball / May 26
Lakers Begin Front-Office Overhaul with Rohan Ramadas Hire
The Los Angeles Lakers made their first major front-office move of the offseason, hiring Rohan Ramadas as assistant general manager under Rob Pelinka as the franchise continues reshaping its basketball operations structure.
The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
How many of the 37 players with multiple three three-pointer, three block NBA Playoff games can you name in five minutes?
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 26
Former NBA Champion Says Laker's Luka Doncic Doesn't Deserve All-NBA First Team Spot
The All-NBA teams are out, and while most people agree on the top names, one selection has a Hall of Famer with a different opinion. Paul Pierce thinks the voters got it wrong, but not everyone will see it that way.
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.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 26
Lakers Could Target $13 Million Blazers Center to Replace Deandre Ayton This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round this postseason, and the center position was a big reason why. The offseason answer, according to ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks, might already be out there.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 26
Donovan Mitchell responds to LeBron chatter after Knicks sweep Cavs
James turned 41 years old this past December and is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 25
'He had more to work with': Paul Pierce Shares Bold Take by Choosing Jaylen Brown over Luka Doncic
The debate over who belongs on the All-NBA First Team always leads to arguments. Paul Pierce took this conversation to the next level by targeting one of the league’s biggest superstars. Paul Pierce shared a controversial take during the latest episode of the No Fouls Given show.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25
Lakers are being linked to a former All-Defensive player
The Los Angeles Lakers might be going for another player from Luka Doncic’s draft class. Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III is gaining “buzz”
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 25
Lakers may already be preparing for life after LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the offseason following getting swept out of the second round of the NBA playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, and now, all eyes are on James and what he's going to do next.
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.
Jalen Duren News / Lakers Nation / May 25
Cost For Lakers To Sign Potential Free Agent Target Jalen Duren May Have Increased
The center position is one of need for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason and when it comes to free agency, the top name available is Jalen Duren of the Detroit Pistons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 25
Lakers Considering Pairing Luka Doncic With 9-Time All-Star if LeBron James Walks
The Los Angeles Lakers got swept out of the second round by the Oklahoma City Thunder, and now LeBron James will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time since 2018.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25
Lakers rumors: Insider views UConn center as LA’s best option in latest mock draft
The Los Angeles Lakers have some big decisions ahead of them this offseason, including whether or not they want to bring back LeBron James. The Lakers also have the 25th pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, which some have speculated they might try to flip as part of a trade.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / May 25
Lakers Bring in Rocket Scientist Rohan Ramadas to Reinvent Their Front Office
The Lakers didn’t just make a hire this week — they made a statement. In a league where every team is searching for an edge, Los Angeles reached outside
Robert Williams News / Lakers Nation / May 25
Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Robert Williams III Viewed As Potential Target
One position the Los Angeles Lakers will presumably be targeting this offseason is the center spot. In particular, the team will be looking to add a rim-running big man that fits well next to Luka Doncic, who has thrived with those types of centers in the past.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Lead / May 25
How Did Each Los Angeles Lakers Player Perform This Postseason?
The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end two weeks ago. They entered the postseason shorthanded, but the team stepped up to make it further than anyone expected without Luka Doncic and, for part of the run, Austin Reaves. Here’s how every Los Angeles Lakers rotation player performed this postseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / May 25
Reports: Lakers fill one of two new assistant GM posts
The Los Angeles Lakers started their offseason front office expansion, hiring Rohan Ramadas away from the New Orleans Pelicans to fill one of two new assistant general manager positions, multiple outlets reported Monday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 25
Lakers hire 'literal rocket scientist' Rohan Ramadas as assistant GM
Winning an 18th championship has felt like rocket science for the Los Angeles Lakers, so why not hire one to complete that task?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / May 25
Lakers hire ‘literal rocket scientist’ as new assistant GM
The Los Angeles Lakers are getting their offseason started by bringing on a new addition to the front office. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, they are hiring New Orleans Pelicans vice president of strategy and operations Rohan Ramadas to be the new assistant general manager.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25
Isiah Thomas calls out NBA for ‘manipulating’ playoff format to help Lakers back in day
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in the early stages of what could be a very impactful offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Lakers fans would be forgiven for reminiscing on the old days of the 1980s, when they won five NBA championships under the leadership of Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Rob Pelinka News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 25
Lakers Hire New Assistant GM to Serve Under Rob Pelinka
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into the NBA offseason with a long checklist of things that needed to get done, from addressing the immediate futures of players like Austin Reaves and LeBron James to making changes to the front office.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 25
Lakers Make Front Office Move After NBA Playoff Exit
The Los Angeles Lakers are making front office changes. After a brutal four-game sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the organization entered the offseason with major decisions to make, starting at the top of the front office.
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / May 25
The Los Angeles Lakers finally trade former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht in latest proposal from ESPN
Tennessee Volunteers fans have been itching for the Los Angeles Lakers to trade former UT standout guard Dalton Knecht. Vols fans may finally get their wish this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / May 25
Lakers Hiring Rohan Ramadas As Assistant GM
The Lakers will hire former Pelicans vice president of strategy and operations Rohan Ramadas as assistant general manager, according to Dave McMenamin and Shams Charania of ESPN.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 25
Luka Doncic Believes Lakers Were Championship Contenders Before Late-Season Injuries
Luka Doncic was piecing together an MVP-caliber season for the Los Angeles Lakers when he unfortunately suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain at the end of the regular season.
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