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Luka Doncic Will Return To Los Angeles This Week: Final Preparations Have Begun For New Season

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Luka Doncic Heading Back To L.A. To Continue Preparation For 2026-27 Season

After sustaining a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and cutting his 2025-26 season short, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will be 100% heading into this upcoming season.

Magic Johnson News / Stadium Rant / September 19

The Forgotten NBA Contract That Lasted 25 Years

The NBA has handed out some crazy contracts throughout its history, but few have been as unusual as the deal Magic Johnson signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 3's-per-game in NBA history' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 19

Are New Lakers Owners Planning To Raise Ticket Prices?

When Mark Walter took over as majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, he and president of business operations Lon Rosen were very transparent that season ticket prices would increase moving forward.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Adou Thiero News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 19

3 reasons Adou Thiero could steal the fifth starter spot

Most fans seem to agree that second-year Lakers forward Adou Thiero isn’t quite ready to open the season in the starting lineup. However, the 2025 second-round

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 19

One bold statistical prediction for each member of the Lakers

Basketball fans rejoice. The Los Angeles Lakers play preseason basketball in just under three weeks. Although the roster transformation this offseason was exciting, fans are going into the post-LeBron James era cooking up a soup of intrigue, uncertainty and a sprinkle of skepticism.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 19

New Owners Lay Out Plan For Lakers To Reach $30 Billion Valuation

The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold twice in the last year-plus, and both for a record amount. First, the Buss family agreed to sell their majority shares to Mark Walter for a $10 billion valuation, which was the most ever for an American professional sports team.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Lakers Nation / September 19

Jonathan Kuminga Claims Lakers Never Offered Lucrative Contract

The Jonathan Kuminga saga in free agency ran far longer than anyone anticipated. He didn’t choose his team until late August, and had several suitors, including the Los Angeles Lakers.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / September 19

Luka Doncic Picks Michael Jordan As NBA Legend He Would Want To Play Against

Players and fans alike often dream of the greatest players of different eras facing off against each other. These fantasy dream matches are great to think about and almost always include Los Angeles Lakers legends as the franchise has had so many of the greatest players in the history of the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 19

Lakers Sign Two Players And Waive Anton Watson Before Training Camp

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to make changes to their training camp roster, signing guards Meechie Johnson and Chase Ross while waiving forward Anton Watson.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Lakers’ Owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger’s $30 Billion Goal Sparks Fan Backlash Ahead of New Season

The Los Angeles Lakers takeover is not even complete, but Josh Kushner is already looking years ahead. He still needs to sell his minority stake in the Miami Heat before the deal can move forward under NBA ownership rules.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 19

New Lakers Owners Reportedly Expect Team’s Value To Reach $30 Billion Within 10 Years

The Los Angeles Lakers were just sold at a record-breaking $12.5 billion valuation, but their new ownership group reportedly believes that number could look relatively small within the next decade.

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Kobe Bryant News / HITC / September 19

‘Stripping things…’ – Kobe Bryant once revealed learning a brutal skill from Michael Jackson

The King of Pop inspired Kobe Bryant to add this skill to his arsenal. Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was known for his unreal work ethic, which many may know as ‘The Mamba Mentality.’ Bryant carved out a phenomenal two-decade-long NBA career and won five titles in the process, thanks to his will to outwork every opponent.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 19

NBA Insider Reveals What Would Make 2026-27 Season A Success For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026-27 season surrounded by plenty of doubts, but Lakers insider Jovan Buha believes the team’s realistic ceiling is considerably higher than many expect.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 19

Warriors Make Major Announcement to Celebrate Late HOF Coach Don Nelson During Preseason Game vs. Luka Doncic’s Lakers

Don Nelson’s connection to the Golden State Warriors runs deep, and the franchise is preparing to bring that history back into the spotlight. The timing makes it even more interesting, with Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers set to arrive at Chase Center for a preseason matchup.

Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / September 19

Luka Doncic expected back in Los Angeles on Sept. 20

Luka Doncic’s extended stay in Slovenia is nearing its end. The Lakers star is expected to return to Los Angeles on Sept. 20, according to SportKlub.si, via BasketNews⁠.

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / September 19

Montrezl Harrell Breaks Down Lakers’ Offensive Potential In The Post-LeBron James Era

Montrezl Harrell, the former Los Angeles Lakers player, recently sat down with senior NBA writer Brandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson for an unfiltered interview in which he discussed the new-look Lakers, among other things.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 19

Lakers Make Two More Roster Moves Ahead of Training Camp

The start of training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers is a little more than a week away, with the team holding media day on Sept. 28 and then getting to work on the basketball floor a day later, ahead of the NBA preseason, which begins on Oct.

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Lakers’ Sandro Mamukelashvili Emerges As Potential Sixth Man Of The Year Candidate

The jury is still out on how the Los Angeles Lakers stack up to their Western Conference competitors. After losing LeBron James, along with several key role players, Los Angeles was forced to revamp the roster, and we have yet to see how well they mesh together.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 18

Alex Cerda Named Head Coach Of Coachella Valley Lakers

The Coachella Valley Lakers announced Alex Cerda has been named the 12th head coach in franchise history. Cerda succeeds Zach Guthrie, who has joined JJ Redick’s Los Angeles Lakers coaching staff, and enters his fourth season with the team after serving as an assistant coach for the previous three years.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 18

Jazz hand out massive $157.5 million extension to key player

The Utah Jazz had some money to spend after All-Star center Walker Kessler was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. On Friday, the Jazz agreed to a massive deal with guard Keyonte George, giving him a five-year extension worth $157.5 million.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 18

Lakers Get $22 Million Lifeline to Target Major Star Without Putting Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves at Risk

The Los Angeles Lakers were aggressive in the offseason, building around Luka Doncic. The pursuit of Walker Kessler meant the front office now has limited room to maneuver through trades.

Anton Watson News / Lakers Nation / September 17

Lakers Sign Forward Anton Watson

The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed forward Anton Watson. The terms of the deal were not disclosed but it presumably is an Exhibit 10 contract.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 17

Michael Porter Jr. gives blunt assessment of Lakers

The Lakers retooled this season. At least one competitor isn't particularly impressed with what they've built.

Michael Porter Jr. recalls a reality check from Klay Thompson

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17

Ex-Lakers forward will trade blows with Delonte West in boxing match

What is an offseason without an intriguing update involving the Los Angeles Lakers? Well, sort of. Former NBA guard Delonte West continues to try to improve his life and find a sense of direction amid his long struggle with mental health and substance abuse.