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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 30
Brian Shaw Details Why Phil Jackson Coached Young Kobe Bryant Differently Than Rest Of Lakers
Phil Jackson is considered by many to be the greatest coach in NBA history after winning 11 championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 30
Austin Reaves: Luka Doncic Is ‘One Of My Best Friends On The Planet’
It was apparent to anyone who watched the Los Angeles Lakers last season that the relationship between Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves had grown into full blown best friendship.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 30
'That’s $600 Grand': Rachel Nichols Explains the LeBron James Contract Detail Everyone Missed
LeBron James sacrificed tens of millions of dollars when he signed his new deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. Yet buried inside that team-friendly contract sits a clause that has quietly become one of its most intriguing details.
20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s
An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.
LeBron James News / HITC / July 30
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro reveals he personally recruited LeBron James to join the 76ers
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro admitted he couldn’t let a chance to pitch LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers go to waste. James stunned many people in the world of basketball when he announced he was joining the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2026-27 season, a record-shattering 24th season for the 41-year-old.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 30
Stephen A. Smith claims secret reason behind Donald Trump’s LeBron James feud
The rivalry between Donald Trump and LeBron James has taken another turn after Stephen A. Smith suggested there may be a deeper, lesser-known motivation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 30
Philadelphia 76ers fan goes viral online after sunburning LeBron James tribute on his back
LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers rocked the world of sport over recent days and fans are already pining to get their hands on a jersey.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 30
LeBron James’ main reason to not return to the Lakers after win-now summer moves
The Los Angeles Lakers probably look like title contenders for 2026-27 if LeBron James returned to them on the veterans’ minimum, but that was never going to happen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Extended LeBron James pursuit puts Cavaliers' fallback option at risk
The Cleveland Cavaliers had to wait until July 24 to learn that LeBron James wasn't joining their team. Now that delay is complicating their fallback signing.
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 / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / July 29
76ers’ LeBron James channels The Odyssey for inspirational post
LeBron James turned The Odyssey into more than movie promotion on Wednesday. The Philadelphia 76ers star used Christopher Nolan’s Greek epic to share a message about patience, growth and leadership with his Instagram followers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 29
Lakers Linked to Intriguing Center as Search for Frontcourt Depth Continues
The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone drastic changes over the NBA offseason, bringing in several new players while seeing many leave, most notably LeBron James, who recently signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29
LeBron James reportedly had a $20 million offer from one NBA team
LeBron James ended the long decision-making process and wound up choosing the Philadelphia 76ers as his next team. The other rumored finalists were the Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 29
Lakers Reportedly Eyed Mitchell Robinson As Backup Plan To Walker Kessler
The Los Angeles Lakers came into this offseason knowing they needed to upgrade their center position. The team identified Walker Kessler as their top priority and traded a lot of draft capital to the Utah Jazz in order to bring him in via sign-and-trade.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 29
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Warriors, Draymond Green, Kings
Luka Doncic is wasting little time getting to know his new teammates. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Doncic plans to host the Lakers for a four-day minicamp at his home in Slovenia next month as the franchise begins preparing for its first full season built around the All-NBA guard.
Jalen Smith News / Lakers Nation / July 29
Bulls’ Jalen Smith Has Fans Within Organization
The Los Angeles Lakers have completely remade their roster this offseason, making a number of additions to build the team around superstar guard Luka Doncic.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 29
Joel Embiid sent important message to LeBron James during free agency
LeBron James chose the Sixers, and one key message from the team's star big man likely played a role in that decision.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 29
Luka Doncic Hosting Entire Roster For Minicamp In Slovenia
With LeBron James departing in free agency this offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers are now unquestionably Luka Doncic’s team. And it appears Doncic is taking
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 29
LeBron James' agent seemingly takes subtle shot at 'losing' Lakers
Paul used a simple analogy to explain James' decision, all while seemingly taking a subtle dig at the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / July 29
Los Angeles Lakers Rumors: Former Lottery Pick Emerges As Potential Trade Target
The Los Angeles Lakers may not be done adding to their brand-new roster. The post-LeBron James era will begin with a completely revamped roster and starting lineup.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 28
Three NBA teams primed for a major drop-off in 2026-27
Here are three teams that look like they're headed for a decline in fortunes ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 28
Lakers have three final trade targets to help Luka Doncic
Team insider Dan Woike reports that they might not even be done adding big men to their frontcourt, as they're still keeping tabs on three young players.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 27
Jonathan Kuminga's agent has poor recent history with clients
Restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga spent all of last summer trying to escape the Golden State Warriors before signing a one-year deal with a team option.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 26
Lakers facing new roadblock to sign Jonathan Kuminga
Kuminga hasn't signed with his new team, but he might already be scaring people away.
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