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Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / August 7

Cameron Carr Has Chance To Play ‘Right Away’

Among the many new additions for the Los Angeles Lakers this summer was No. 24 overall pick Cameron Carr out of Baylor University. Carr, a versatile 3-and-D guard/forward, is exactly the type of player that the Lakers have been missing over the last few years, and certainly an archetype that the current team needs.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / August 7

'Gold Digger': Former NBA Player On Luka Doncic’s Ex Demanding $50 Million In Child Custody Battle

The Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is reportedly facing an ugly situation in his home country, just days following receiving good news in Los Angeles. His

Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / August 7

Los Angeles Lakers Insider Drops Brutal Update for Bronny James

The Los Angeles Lakers face a roster crunch that requires trimming one player before the regular season begins, after adding forward Matisse Thybulle in free agency.

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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.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Luka Doncic Could Lose $50 Million And Custody Rights Over His Daughters As Ex-Fiancée Files New Claim In Slovenia

As Lakers guard Luka Doncic prepares for a new season in Los Angeles, he must also prepare for a fight in the courts that could determine how much time he gets to spend with his daughters.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 6

How Luka Doncic’s best three NBA seasons compare to Anthony Edwards’ three most prolific years

Let’s get straight to it. How do Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards’ best seasons compare? We break it all down. Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards are the two biggest basketball superstars playing today to never win the NBA Championship or never win the MVP.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Ranking The 10 Greatest Lakers Ever: Where Does LeBron James Land?

Few franchises make a “greatest ever” list as difficult as the Los Angeles Lakers, arguably the most storied franchise in NBA history. This is a franchise that has had Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jerry West, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kobe Bryant, among many others.

Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / August 6

Luka Doncic’s Ex-Fiancée Is Demanding LeBron James-Type Money In Divorce Settlement — Mind-Blowing Number Revealed

Luka Doncic’s ex-fiancée has raised the stakes in their ongoing dispute. Anamaria Goltes filed a new claim in Slovenia. She is seeking a total of $50 million.

Kevon Looney News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 6

Kevon Looney has a chip on his shoulder this season, ready to bring championship experience to Lakers

While the Lakers are oozing with talent at the top of the roster in Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, this team has two things it lacks: veterans and championships.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Watch: Shaquille O’Neal Can Still Throw It Down

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal isn’t a name brought up often when it comes to all-time great dunkers as that is usually reserved for more perimeter based players like Vince Carter, Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins and Blake Griffin.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / August 6

Could Shaquille O’Neal Staying With the Lakers Have Brought Home More Championships?

With four rings and what is considered to be the most dominant prime in basketball history, Shaquille O’Neal is left to wonder how many more rings the Los Angeles Lakers might have won if he had simply remained in place.

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 6

'Put Him Out There': 3x Lakers Champion Says What Should Be Done With Bronny After LeBron James’ Exit

In 2003, a teenage LeBron James walked into the NBA with no famous last name to lean on. Two decades later, his own son, Bronny, finds himself in a similar spot – without his father standing next to him on the floor.

NBA News / TWSN / August 6

Luka Doncic Wants Former Teammate Added to Los Angeles Lakers' New-Look Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely reshaped their roster this offseason, and it has clearly been built with the thought in mind that Luka Doncic is the centerpiece.

Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Cameron Carr Ranks Fourth In Vertical Leap Rating In NBA 2K27

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Cameron Carr has a number of tools at his disposal that has many excited about the type of player he can become at the NBA level.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 6

Shaq’s Strong Reaction to LeBron’s Lakers Exit Includes a Deandre Ayton Jab

The LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers is over, with the four-time NBA champion choosing to take his talents to the Philadelphia 76ers this summer, sparking what would be a drastic roster overhaul for the team he left behind with Luka Doncic now at the helm.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Lakers Insiders Reveal Which Player Is In Danger Of Getting Cut

The Los Angeles Lakers have put together a very deep roster after making a flurry of moves this offseason. But that depth has also created a problem. With 16 guaranteed contracts currently on the books, the Lakers must eventually trim their roster down to the regular-season limit of 15 players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Dalton Knecht vs. Bronny James: Who Should The Lakers Trade To Finalize Their 15-Man Roster?

This year’s offseason has been marked by activity for the Los Angeles Lakers. From star-caliber additions like Walker Kessler to essential signings like Kevon Looney and Ziaire Williams, the Purple and Gold have done a tremendous job of solidifying their squad.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 6

Lakers Believe Having Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Made Free Agent Pitches Easy

The Los Angeles Lakers have an entirely new roster around their star duo of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. L.A. parted ways with six of their top 10 in

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

Luka Doncic is answering Lakers’ post-LeBron James question

Luka Doncic is already answering Lakers’ biggest post-LeBron James question

Luka Doncic does not need to prove he can carry the Los Angeles Lakers on the court. Averaging 33.5 points, 8.3 assists and 7.7 rebounds last season handled that rather convincingly.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / August 5