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Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / June 20
Luka Doncic Reveals Biggest Difference He Felt From Body Transformation
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was the talk of the town last offseason when he unveiled a new physique after getting into the best shape of his life through workouts and dieting.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 20
Bill Simmons says he would 'bet my life' on LeBron James joining this team
Simmons believes James will ultimately take his talents up north and join the this team.
Malik Beasley News / Lakers Nation / June 20
Malik Beasley Makes Admission About Lakers Tenure
Back in 2023, the Los Angeles Lakers traded away Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz for D’Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt and Malik Beasley. While much of the focus went towards Russell’s return to the franchise that drafted him, Beasley was viewed as a very underrated acquisition due to his elite shooting ability.
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / June 20
Kendrick Perkins Believes the Weight of the NBA Title Is Now Sitting on Luka Doncic’s Shoulders
The closest Luka Doncic ever came to an NBA championship was in 2024. At that time, he was with the Dallas Mavericks and led his team into the Finals against the Boston Celtics. However, the men in green and white did not let that slide and captured the series 4-1.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 20
Luka Doncic Has Kept In Contact With Austin Reaves & LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers’ core trio of Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves finally had things click into place late last season and showed that they can lead their team to great success.
LeBron James’ return to Cleveland Cavaliers might be best for Bronny, according to former MVP
LeBron James returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers sounds sentimental, but Kevin Garnett sees a practical benefit for Bronny James. The basketball case starts with opportunity.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 19
Lakers Reportedly Monitoring Several Restricted Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers are going to be one of the busiest teams in the NBA during this offseason, with more than half of the team’s roster facing uncertain futures due to free agency.
Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 19
Rui Hachimura 'Biggest Unknown' for Lakers Heading into NBA Free Agency
Things are starting to heat up regarding the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason plans, with the 2026 NBA Draft only a few days away on June 23 and the first domino of the summer expected to fall with the Milwaukee Bucks trading superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the draft.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 19
Exclusive: Michael Cooper Talks Lakers Offseason, LeBron's Future, Luka and BIG3 Title Defense
Ahead of the ninth season of Ice Cube’s BIG3 league, which gets underway on June 20, Los Angeles Lakers legend Michael Cooper and Miami 305 head coach spoke with Lakers On SI about several topics.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19
Lakers’ Luka Doncic gets ‘most famous’ nod from Jalen Brunson
As the Los Angeles Lakers look to bolster their roster this offseason to reach the promised land, there is no doubt that the team will be centered around star Luka Doncic.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / June 19
Cavs would make good sense if LeBron James leaves Lakers, analyst says
LeBron James returning to the Cavaliers remains a popular topic, even if a reunion appears unlikely at the moment. Still, Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus recently identified Cleveland as the top potential landing spot should James decide not to return to the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Potential Lakers Unrestricted Free Agency Targets
This summer is one in which the Los Angeles Lakers are poised to make upgrades to the roster and make a leap into championship contention. The goal is to build a team that best complements superstar guard Luka Doncic and there are a number of options in free agency who could fit that bill.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 19
'Revisit the Relationship With Anthony Davis': NBA Legend Sends Crucial Warning to Lakers After Luka Doncic’s Demand
For the past few seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ most glaring weakness has been their big man position. That was further exacerbated last year when they traded for Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 19
Lakers legend makes bombshell LeBron James prediction
James is an unrestricted free agent and is reportedly considering joining the Golden State Warriors if he doesn't return to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / June 19
Rich Paul Reveals LeBron James Pleaded to Prevent Trades Contrary to Popular Belief: 'I Know for a Fact'
Regardless of the sport, franchise players tend to get a bad rep about their influence in the locker room, and sometimes, even in the head office. Michael Jordan had it.
Luka Doncic News / HITC / June 19
Luka Doncic admits he doesn’t know what’s missing from his game to finally win NBA MVP
Luka Doncic has been in the NBA MVP conversation for years, but even he sounds unsure what more he needs to do to finally win the award. The stats have never been the problem.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 19
Deciding the ultimate NBA Finals starting five of the 2020s
Here are the greatest Finals performances of the 2020s in a starting lineup format.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Austin Reaves Will Not Make Decision Solely Based On Money
There is very little doubt that the Los Angeles Lakers want Austin Reaves to remain with the franchise for the foreseeable future. And Reaves has spoken in the past on numerous occasions about his love for the team and city of L.A.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / June 19
Luke Kennard Interested In Making L.A. His Long-Term Home
When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luke Kennard at the trade deadline last season, it was mostly viewed as a minor move, albeit one that gave L.A. one of the best shooters in NBA history.
Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Lakers are being linked to 1 All-Star center in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers could be going for broke as they look to fill the biggest hole on their roster. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is a target for the Lakers in free agency this offseason, according to a report on Thursday by Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Luka Doncic has told Lakers to make 1 big change to roster
Luka Doncic is definitely the centerpiece of the Los Angeles Lakers, and he is making the roster demands to back that up. Doncic has made one clear roster request of GM Rob Pelinka and coach JJ Redick.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / June 17
Lakers’ Austin Reaves linked to Jazz as free agency nears
The Lakers are widely expected to re-sign Austin Reaves. If they don’t, well, you just never know. In a recent free-agency and trade breakdown for Bleacher Report, NBA cap expert Eric Pincus floated the idea of the Jazz pursuing Reaves in a sign-and-trade scenario this summer.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17
Luka Doncic has a free-agency request for the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have some big decisions to make this offseason, and superstar Luka Doncic isn’t hiding what he wants added to this roster. With free agency around the corner, Doncic revealed what he wants the Lakers to add.
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