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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 14
Luka Doncic & Mark Walter Have ‘Regular’ Communication
The Los Angeles Lakers have a massive offseason ahead. New majority owner Mark Walter is in his first summer on the job, and has abundant cap space and roster spots to build a team around superstar Luka Doncic.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 14
Referee Austin Reaves Confronted Among Lowest Rated By Players
John Goble, the official Austin Reaves and Los Angeles Lakers surrounded following their Game 2 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, did not receive a favorable grading in a survey conducted by the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA).
The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score at least 40 points in 10 or more games in a single season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 14
Mark Daigneault Has ‘Deepest Respect’ For LeBron James
Even though the Los Angeles Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, LeBron James showed that he can still compete at the highest level.
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.
James Harden answers Cavs criticism with playoff feat last done by LeBron James
James Harden has remained under fire despite the Cleveland Cavaliers competing at a great level through their playoff series against the Detroit Pistons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 14
Rob Pelinka Reveals Changes Coming To Lakers Practice Facility
With Mark Walter taking over as majority owner, the Los Angeles Lakers organization has already, and will continue to, undergo significant changes. Among those is moving their G League team to the Coachella Valley, where they will get to play in an arena as opposed to the team’s practice facility in El Segundo.
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 / Stadium Rant / May 14
The $84 Million Dollar Trap: Has Rob Pelinka’s Decade-Long Plot Backed the Lakers Into a Corner?
“We’ve been very intentional with keeping our optionality… to be in a position of flexibility versus being stuck.” This was a quote from Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka in early August.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 14
Things Get Uncomfortable for LeBron James as Ex-Associate Goes Off on Lakers Star
Two years ago, LeBron James appeared at Kendrick Lamar’s Pop Out event in Inglewood. He was dancing and grooving to “They Not Like Us”, a track specifically targeting Drake.
Los Angeles Lakers News / IndeNews / May 14
Drake Appears to Diss Lebron James on Leaked ‘Iceman’ Track
Drake appears to have taken aim at LeBron James on a leaked track from his upcoming ninth studio album, ‘Iceman.’ Dropping May 15, 2026, the album arrives after a dramatic rollout complete with ice sculptures and multi-episode livestreams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 14
Tim Hardaway Sr. Says LeBron James Isn’t Top 5 All-Time, Names 6 Players Ahead of Him
NBA legend Tim Hardaway Sr., who spent most of his career on the Warriors (1989-1996) and the Heat (1996-2001), is promoting his new book, ‘Killer Crossover,’ and appeared on the Run It Back Show by FanDuel to discuss it with Chandler Parsons, Lou Williams, and Michelle Beadle.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 14
The $170M Austin Reaves contract that would force Lakers to let him walk in free agency
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the offseason believing their biggest challenge would be reshaping the roster after another playoff disappointment. Instead, they may soon face the possibility of losing Austin Reaves entirely.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 14
Drake Appears to Take Direct Shot at LeBron James in Viral Leaked Song
Drake’s ninth studio album, titled ‘ICEMAN’, is on its way, and one of its tracks, “1 AM in Albany”, is quickly gaining rounds within the NBA community.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
James Harden joins LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan in elite playoff club
James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers are on a mission to steal a win in Game 5 of their series on the road against the Detroit Pistons. As one of the key Cavs players, much is expected from Harden, who joined an extremely exclusive NBA Playoffs club amid Wednesday night’s contest at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13
Report: LeBron James had a petty complaint about the Lakers
LeBron James apparently felt slighted by the Los Angeles Lakers over a seemingly insignificant issue. The Lakers star James got upset with the team after a win in March over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
Lakers’ Jeanie Buss isn’t ready to talk about a LeBron James statue yet
Fans are on the edge of their seats waiting for the next move of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. He admitted that he is still uncertain about his future after being swept in the second round of the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Adou Thiero News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 13
Lakers' Adou Thiero Reveals Major Offseason Focus & NBA Summer League Status
During his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, athletic forward Adou Thiero didn’t see the floor much during the 2025-26 campaign, as he dealt with injuries and found it hard to crack the rotation with veteran players like Rui Hachimura and Jake LaRavia ahead of him on the depth chart.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / May 13
JJ Redick Admits Lakers Need To Improve Roster To Compete For Championship
JJ Redick’s second season with the Los Angeles Lakers was unquestionably a successful one as they won 53 games and beat the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs despite being without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for a majority of the series.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 13
Lakers Predicted to Target Luka Doncic's Former Teammate This Summer
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a second-round sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the rebuild around Luka Doncic starts now. With roughly $48 million in cap space to work with, the front office has real decisions to make, starting with the wing position.
Rui Hachimura News / The Lead / May 13
What’s Rui Hachimura Worth After A Stellar Postseason Performance?
There was a somber feeling in the air as Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick and General Manager Rob Pelinka addressed the media on Tuesday morning. There’s no moral victory in a sweep, but they celebrated winning 50 games in the second year of the Luka Doncic era.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 13
Why LeBron James Felt Rob Pelinka & Lakers Took Him For Granted
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James’ season was one of firsts for the legendary forward. He was playing on an expiring contract for really the first time in his career, and then he missed Opening Night and the first 14 games due to injury for the first time.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 13
LeBron James may have to make a drastic free-agency decision this offseason
James is slated to pursue a new opportunity.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 12
Lakers expected to explore Giannis trade; reality may be tougher
The Lakers are doing their homework on Giannis Antetokounmpo. That part makes sense. Multiple reports say Los Angeles plans to explore trade scenarios this summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / May 12
Lakers running back 'mostly similar' group next season reportedly not viewed as viable option
Although the Lakers began to believe during a 16-2 run in the second half of the season that their roster was good enough to compete with the Thunder and contend for a title, running back a “mostly similar” group in 2026/27 isn’t viewed as a viable option, team and league sources tell Sam Amick and Dan Woike of The Athletic.
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