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Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 5
Lakers Trade Deadline Grade: Ranking Luke Kennard Deal by Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into Thursday's NBA trade deadline with hopes of improving their roster in one way or another. Even though the team didn't have the trade assets to land Giannis Antetokounmpo in a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles had some options, but ended up making only one move before the buzzer sounded at 12 p.m.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 5
5 players the Lakers should target in the buyout market 
The Lakers made only one trade on Thursday, sending Gabe Vincent to the Hawks for Luke Kennard. With the deadline now in the past, the only way to add players is through the buyout market.
The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 5
Focus Shifts To Buyout Market After Only Making One Deadline Trade
This has been a busy NBA trade deadline across the league, and the Los Angeles Lakers finally got in the mix early Thursday morning by reportedly trading Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / February 5
Lakers hit Dalton Knecht with a double whammy at the NBA trade deadline
The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and for Tennessee Vol fans hoping that former star Dalton Knecht finally would get sprung from the jail that the Los Angeles Lakers have basically put him in, well, that didn't happen.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 5
Could Lakers’ G League Pair Earn Opportunities Post-Deadline?
With the trade deadline having come and gone, the Lakers’ focus now shifts to filling their vacant roster spot. While there are several ways to approach that dilemma, there’s a case for some South Bay talent to prove their worth in the big leagues.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 5
Here’s the new-look Lakers roster after the 2026 NBA trade deadline
It took a while, but the Lakers finally got involved at the trade deadline on Thursday, swapping Gabe Vincent out for Luke Kennard at the cost of a second round pick.
Luke Kennard News / Last Word On Sports / February 5
Trade Grades: Lakers Solve Glaring Issue With Luke Kennard Trade
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers finally made a trade, albeit a smaller one than many hoped. Atlanta Hawks reportedly agreed to trade Luke Kennard to the Lakers in exchange for Gabe Vincent, according to multiple reports.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 5
Looking To Make ‘Big Splash’ This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers were able to swing a deal prior to the NBA trade deadline, acquiring Luke Kennard, one of the best 3-point shooters in league history, from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 5
Video Evidence Shows LeBron James’ Influence on Lakers After Gabe Vincent Trade
There is a belief in the sports world that once you become a seasoned veteran, you get to have a say in the team’s decision. It’s not new in the NBA as well.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5
Lakers add sharpshooter in trade with Hawks
The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to make one more run with superstar LeBron James. On Thursday, just hours before the NBA trade deadline, the Lakers made a trade involving the Atlanta Hawks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 5
Lakers Acquire Perimeter Marksman in First Deadline Move
The Los Angeles Lakers have made a small but key splash Thursday, trading Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 5
Lakers Make Gabe Vincent Move to Help Luka Doncic on NBA Trade Deadline
The NBA trade deadline does not always need fireworks to matter, and the Los Angeles Lakers showed that with a move focused more on fit than flash. According to Shams Charania, the Lakers agreed to trade Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Luke Kennard.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5
LeBron James' next team is 'obvious' if he decides to extend his career
Is James bound for one "obvious" team if he elects to play another season?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / February 5
Lakers return home from grueling road trip with surging Sixers waiting
With their grueling annual winter trip behind them, the Los Angeles Lakers will not get a chance to ease into familiar surroundings as the surging Philadelphia 76ers come to town Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 4
Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been running the floor together for a full season now, and the pairing is starting to click in Los Angeles. The move created plenty of buzz when it happened, but Doncic has found his groove while sharing the load with James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 5
Report: Los Angeles Lakers Locker Room Confident Current Roster is Built for the Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers supposedly have big plans ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. However, given their current status, they might not find any takers for Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, Jared Vanderbilt, or Maxi Kleber.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 4
LeBron James Believes Lakers Came Together During Long Road Trip
LeBron James is turning in another quality season in Year 23, helping the Los Angeles Lakers stay competitive in a loaded Western Conference. The Lakers are finally back home after their annual Grammy road trip, going 5-3 and ending on a positive note with a win against the Brooklyn Nets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 4
What the Lakers Actually Need at the Trade Deadline — And What They Don't
The NBA trade deadline is right around the corner with the Los Angeles Lakers weighing their options before the buzzer sounds on Thurs. Feb. 5 at 12 p.m.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / February 4
Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Suspended For One Game
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has been suspended for one game for pushing the Wizards‘ mascot during pregame introductions ahead of the team’s January 30 win in Washington, the NBA announced today (via Twitter).
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