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Kevon Looney News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 3
Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center 
The Lakers got their A-list center, reportedly trading for Walker Kessler, but the frontcourt remains an area that needs to be addressed. Jaxson Hayes will reportedly play with the Jazz next season and with Deandre Ayton heading to the Wizards, LA suddenly has a need for a backup big.
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / July 3
'Is Rob Pelinka Trying to Get Fired?': NBA GM Raises Concern After Lakers Splash $261 Million, Says Analyst
Spending $261 million usually signals confidence. Around the NBA, though, it has sparked something very different. As the Los Angeles Lakers aggressively
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 3
Deandre Ayton Traded To Wizards For Jaden Hardy & Second Round Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers roster is beginning to come together around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as the team has been able to add Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes since the start of free agency.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / July 3
Agent: LeBron James would've joined Knicks if not for title
LeBron James would have taken his talents to Madison Square Garden next season had the building's tenants not just won the NBA title, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 3
Luka Dončić is excited about the Lakers’ offseason signings
The Lakers were already Luka Dončić’s team, but now that LeBron James has departed, he is, without question, their biggest star. This makes pleasing him with the franchise’s direction the highest priority.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3
Rich Paul makes big admission about LeBron James and the Knicks
LeBron James’ free agency would not be much of an event had the New York Knicks not won an NBA title. James’ longtime agent Rich Paul showed off a full whiteboard of James’ potential landing spots on the latest episode of his “Game Over” podcast, with the Knicks being one of them.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 3
Do the Lakers offseason signings show a new approach to team building?
Much like city of Los Angeles it resides in, at its essence, the Lakers organization has long been built on the idea of superstardom. Whether that’s on
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3
Warriors may steal another Lakers star in free agency
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. is looking to make a big splash to help Stephen Curry bring a fifth NBA championship home.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3
Lakers reportedly eyeing Jonathan Kuminga — but there's a roadblock
They've reportedly set their sights on the former lottery pick.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 3
Luka Doncic Reportedly ‘Excited’ About Lakers’ Offseason Moves
The Los Angeles Lakers could have went in a number of different directions this offseason, but the one they chose has garnered a lot of criticism nationally.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3
Why LeBron James shouldn't join Knicks after their historic championship run
As intriguing and cinematic as James on the Knicks would be no matter what circumstance, he simply can't do it now.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / July 3
Rich Paul Breaks Down LeBron James’ Options In Free Agency
As Shams Charania reported during an appearance on ESPN on Friday morning (YouTube link), LeBron James and agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports are in “fact-finding mode” as they consider where the 22-time All-Star will play in 2026/27.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 3
How should the Lakers fill their biggest team need?
With limited draft capital and cap flexibility left, Los Angeles will need to get creative to address one of the roster’s most pressing needs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3
NBA insider shares massive update on LeBron James, Knicks rumors
Word has it the NBA Champion New York Knicks have "shown interest" in none other than LeBron James. There may be smoke, but is there fire?
Rui Hachimura News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3
Rui Hachimura is being linked to 2 interesting new teams
Rui Hachimura might end up leaving for a rival team, one way or the other. The Los Angeles Lakers veteran Hachimura is drawing interest from two new teams in free agency, longtime NBA writer Marc Stein reported on Thursday.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3
Luka Doncic’s feelings about the Lakers’ offseason are revealed
Luka Doncic put the Los Angeles Lakers on the clock this offseason, and they appear to have satisfied him. The Lakers star Doncic is “excited” about the team’s summer moves, Dan Woike of The Athletic reported on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 2
Lakers Sign Cameron Carr To Rookie Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they have signed first-round pick Cameron Carr to his rookie contract. The Lakers traded up from No. 25 to 24 in a deal with the New York Knicks to draft Carr out of Baylor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 2
Bronny James bracing for inevitable fate after LeBron's Lakers exit
Given Bronny's draft profile and apparent lack of takers, fans and analysts have always questioned LeBron's influence in ensuring the Lakers drafted him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 3
LeBron James had one simple reason to leave the Lakers
After a rollercoaster eight-year tenure, LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. An NBA insider revealed why.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1
Lakers overpay to land center of the future
The Lakers finally got Luka Doncic the premium center he wanted. It didn't come cheap.
Jalen Duren News / Yardbarker / July 1
Lakers have a massive offer for Jalen Duren
They're prioritizing using the money they've now received from LeBron James' departure to find an All-Star-caliber center.
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