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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Lakers players turn Slovenia trip into unexpected bike race

The Los Angeles Lakers’ trip to Slovenia this offseason shows that the team has become Luka Doncic’s to lead primarily in the aftermath of LeBron James’ departure in free agency.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Lakers’ Luka Doncic takes teammates to childhood court in surreal moment

The Los Angeles Lakers are officially entering a massive new era. With LeBron James gone, Luka Doncic has taken the reins as the face of the franchise, and he is already putting in the work to build vital chemistry ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / August 24

Luka Doncic’s Surprise Hire Revealed Ahead of Lakers Season as Details From Slovenia Trip Emerge

The faces in Luka Doncic’s latest Lakers workout photos looked familiar enough. His teammates were on the floor in Slovenia, preparing for the season during the superstar’s privately organized minicamp.

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In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Kicks on SI / August 23

Celebrate Kobe's Birthday With 5 Legendary Nike Sneakers

Today would have been Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's 48th birthday. While it will always be bittersweet, Nike and Vanessa Bryant have done an incredible job of turning the day into a celebration of the Mamba Mentality.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 23

Why Dirk Nowitzki’s shot doctor is working with Luka Doncic in Slovenia

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in Slovenia for a team-bonding activity hosted by Luka Doncic, but amongst the recreation, the team got in on-court work in anticipation of the 2026-27 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 23

Luka Doncic is sporting a notable new offseason look

Luka Doncic has apparently been spending a little too much time around Austin Reaves. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar Doncic was photographed over the weekend at the minicamp that he was hosting in his native Slovenia for his Lakers teammates.

NBA News / HITC / August 23

Bronny James finally breaks silence on LeBron’s move from Lakers to the 76ers in offseason

Bronny James has finally reacted to his father LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers after the veteran parted ways with the Los Angeles Lakers last month.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 23

Byron Scott Concerned About Lakers’ Defense Going Into 2026-27 Season

When LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he intended to play elsewhere, it forced general manager Rob Pelinka to overhaul the roster to conform around Luka Doncic.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / August 23

3 Potential Destinations for Luka Doncic if Things Go Sideways With the Lakers

Players crave stability. The Los Angeles Lakers are offering anything but that. As the Jeanie Buss saga intensifies, LA risks becoming a place free agents hesitate to trust.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 23

Lakers rumors: Adam Silver expected to insert himself into Buss ownership drama

The Los Angeles Lakers are still reeling from the drama of Mark Walter’s recent sale of the team to Josh Kusher and Bob Iger, which was followed by reports that the Buss family had also agreed to sell its remaining share, ousting Jeanie Buss from her role as team Governor.

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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 23

Writer pens hypothetical trade sending Lakers' James to NBA contender

Writer pens hypothetical trade sending Lakers' Bronny James to NBA contender — and it's not the 76ers

The former USC player is still under J.J. Redick's guidance, but, as a fringe rotation player, he might also be used as a trade chip to round up the roster.

Jonathan Kuminga faces new roadblock that could aid the Lakers

Insider says Jonathan Kuminga 'likes the idea of playing for the Lakers' — but there's a key obstacle

New Lakers owners might be 'dead set' on a Nikola Jokic trade

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 23

Adam Silver may intervene in Lakers’ sale chaos

The Buss siblings’ infighting has reached the point that commissioner Adam Silver may have to do something about it. There is an expectation that Silver will intervene and try to smooth over the issues among the Buss family relating to the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Tom Friend of Sports Business Journal.

Kevon Looney News / Lakers Nation / August 23

Kevon Looney Explains What He Hopes To Provide To Younger Lakers Players

One defining trait of the overhauled Los Angeles Lakers roster is just how young the team has become. Last season, the Lakers had LeBron James as the oldest player at 41 years old, but also had two other 30-plus players and five that were 29 or older.

Luka Doncic News / Trade Talk Sports / August 23

Teams Are Monitoring Luka Doncic’s Situation in LA

The Los Angeles Lakers are Luka Doncic’s team now. LeBron James is gone, and the team’s key offseason additions all seemed to be made in order to fit around the superstar guard.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 23

Michael Cooper Gives Thoughts On Lakers’ New-Look Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a new era with Luka Doncic as the face of their franchise. Following LeBron James’ departure to the Philadelphia 76ers, general manager Rob Pelinka completely turned around the roster to better fit Doncic’s play style and timeline.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22

Jonathan Kuminga faces new roadblock that could aid the Lakers

The offseason is inching closer to the end, yet the Jonathan Kuminga situation remains unresolved.

Insider says Jonathan Kuminga 'likes the idea of playing for the Lakers' — but there's a key obstacle

Lakers' pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga takes 180-degree turn

New Lakers owners might be 'dead set' on a Nikola Jokic trade

Bronny James gives a five-word reaction to father LeBron joining 76ers

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Report: NBA teams are monitoring Luka Doncic amid Lakers drama

The vultures are officially out amid the latest drama with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Insider says Jonathan Kuminga 'likes the idea of playing for the Lakers'

Kuminga faces new roadblock that could aid the Lakers

Bronny James gives a five-word reaction to father LeBron joining 76ers

New Lakers owners might be 'dead set' on a Nikola Jokic trade

Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer

Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Bronny James gives a 5-word reaction to father LeBron joining 76ers

Bronny James is offering his first public reaction this week to the news of his father’s big move. The Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny was with his teammates this week at Luka Doncic’s offseason minicamp in Slovenia.

Bronny James News / Fadeaway World / August 21

Bronny James Gets Real On His Dad Leaving The Lakers

The summer of 2026 saw a wave of movement across the NBA. As multiple stars changed teams, some teams changed owners in what has been a transformative period.