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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 18
Lakers to Face Dead End Unless Austin Reaves Is Traded, Says NBA Reporter: 'Really Difficult to Acquire'
The core reason behind the Lakers’ sloppy playoff exits extends to Luka Doncic’s absence. However, they still wouldn’t contend with the Thunder. The Purple and Gold were outmuscled on both sides of the floor.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / May 18
Lakers Risk Losing Luka Doncic’s Close Confidant to Conference Rival: Report
The Los Angeles Lakers are predicted to be active in the market this summer. But they may have to start protecting their own. One of their assistant coaches has fallen on the Portland Trail Blazers’ radar.
The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / May 17
NBA insider hints that Dalton Knecht won’t be part of the league’s biggest trade question
The former Tennessee star is stuck in a bad situation in Los Angeles, and it doesn’t appear as though one path out of town will involve being a part of the league’s biggest blockbuster.
The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 17
One Lakers Free Agent Is Reportedly Emerging as a Major Priority
The Los Angeles Lakers have some tough decisions to make during the NBA offseason, with many players on the roster becoming free agents or having the option to test free agency by opting out of their deals.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Luka Doncic Finishes Fourth In 2025-26 NBA MVP Voting
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic turned in an exceptional 2025-26 season, but his hamstring injury at the end of the regular season likely cost him a shot at winning NBA MVP.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 17
Cavs, LeBron James have mutual interest in potential reunion
The idea isn’t going away, and now, it may have a little more substance. According to NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, there is “mutual interest” between LeBron James and the Cavaliers when it comes to a potential reunion this offseason.
LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
LeBron James Brings Star Power to Caesars Palace Event With Savannah James
LeBron James may be done playing this season, but the Los Angeles Lakers superstar is still dominating headlines off-court. Days after the Lakers’ playoff exit, LeBron popped up in Las Vegas alongside Savannah James for one of the city’s biggest celebrity-packed weekend events.
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 17
Rui Hachimura praised a former Lakers coach for his improvement as 3-point shooter 
Despite being one of the league’s very best at it this season, shooting threes still isn’t really Rui Hachimura’s “thing.” In fact, he downright doesn’t like it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 17
Austin Reaves feels he owes a lot of his career to LeBron James
The LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers has featured lots of turnover. Lots and lots of turnover. For years, the constant was LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Patrick Beverley Wants Tim Hardaway Criticized Over His Dwyane Wade-LeBron James Take
The GOAT debate took another crazy turn after Tim Hardaway claimed he’d take prime Dwyane Wade over prime LeBron James. The comment exploded across NBA social media, especially because Hardaway doubled down while defending his basketball résumé and Hall of Fame status.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Lisa Leslie Gives Flowers To LeBron James For Lakers Tenure
An important offseason awaits for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as decides if he wants to keep playing and if so, where. Despite his age, James has shown that he can be a valuable third option behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves if he wants to return to the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 17
LeBron James Hopes Jordan Bond Will Mirror His Friendship With Kobe Bryant
The intense debate over the greatest basketball player of all time often creates distance between the legends themselves. Relationships often only form once players stop competing against each other.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / May 17
Slovenian Media Exposes Foreign Scheme Against Luka Doncic as Lakers Star Leaves US After Injury-Hampered Season
After enduring a frustrating 2025-2026 campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic’s next season was cut short by an unfortunate hamstring injury.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Dillon Brooks Names Jarred Vanderbilt As One Of ‘Dumb’ Players In NBA
Someone who plays the villain role in the NBA extremely well is Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks, especially when he is matched up with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 17
Rob Pelinka Announces Future Plans Over Luka Doncic While Lakers Star Leaves US
Sidelined because of a hamstring injury, Luka Doncic helplessly watched the Oklahoma Thunder sweep his team’s 2026 playoff run on Monday. Shortly after, he had to leave for Europe because of an ongoing legal battle, but not before meeting with Rob Pelinka.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / May 17
FOX Sports’ Aaron Torres Calls LeBron James ‘Narcissist’ Over Lakers Frustration
Since the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason has kicked in, it has been overwhelmed by questions around LeBron James’ future with the franchise. Earlier this week, ESPN’s Stephen A.
Mark Daigneault News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Mark Daigneault Credits Lakers For Making Thunder Better
Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers ran into the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round without Luka Doncic and were swept as a result.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
Lakers rumors: NBA insiders think LeBron James should be paid whatever he wants, with caveats
Following the recent playoff exit of the Los Angeles Lakers, analyst Kenny Smith dismissed the idea that the franchise has taken LeBron James for granted.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Lakers Emerging as Serious Threat to Steal Nuggets Champion Forward
The Los Angeles Lakers were routed 0-4 by the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the disastrous performance, the purple-and-gold brigade took a lot of flak.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Austin Reaves Contract Could Reach $40 Million Per Year In Free Agency
Coming off a career year, Austin Reaves is going to be in line to receive a lucrative contract after declining a player option and becoming an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his Los Angeles Lakers career.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / May 17
Luke Kennard ‘Blessed’ To Be Part Of Lakers Organization
Somewhat lost in the shuffle amongst all of the Los Angeles Lakers’ free agents has been sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard. The Lakers acquired Kennard at the trade deadline and he wound up making a massive impact down the stretch of the season and in the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 16
James Worthy: Lakers to find ‘bruiser’ to play center
The Lakers have questions. Big ones. And according to franchise legend James Worthy, the biggest starts in the middle. “I think they definitely need to make some changes,” Worthy said on The Dan Patrick Show.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16
Paul Pierce has bizarre reason for thinking LeBron James should retire
Paul Pierce thinks LeBron James should retire, but his reasoning behind that stance is a bit strange. In a recent appearance on Kevin Garnett’s “KG Certified” podcast, Pierce voiced his opinion that James should call it quits now and not play another season.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 14
LeBron James reportedly upset with Lakers for wild reason
Did one move by the Lakers rub LeBron the wrong way?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 14
Which of their own free agents should the Lakers prioritize?
This postseason has left the Lakers with many questions heading into next year. The Purple and Gold seemingly defied the odds to defeat the Houston Rockets despite missing Austin Reaves for most of the series and Luka Doncic for the entire postseason.
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