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New report confirms suspicion about former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht and his NBA future

Former Tennessee Volunteers guard Dalton Kneht has spent the first two seasons of his NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers. When the Los Angeles Lakers selected former Tennessee/Baylor guard Cameron Carr in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, many folks assumed it meant that Dalton Knecht’s time in LA is coming to an end.

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'What If He Doesn’t Pick Anybody?': Bill Simmons Reacts to LeBron James’ Free Agency

Amidst all the conversations and debates about where and when LeBron James will choose his next team, sports media executive Bill Simmons has a rather strange take on this whole situation.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 4

Lakers Reportedly Like Sandro Mamukelashvili’s Fit With Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a flurry of moves this offseason as the team will look completely different around superstar guard Luka Doncic and his backcourt partner Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / July 4

Watch: No more AR to Bron alley-oops

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The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / July 4

Disconnect Between Lakers & LeBron James Reportedly Never Recovered After Russell Westbrook Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers have had some ups and downs in the years since winning a championship in 2020. But in the eyes of many, the worst year was the 2022 season and the failed attempt to pair Russell Westbrook with LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / July 4

Draymond Green Claims the Lakers Are Going to Feel the Weight of LeBron James’ Absence Next Season

Golden State Warriors legend Draymond Green is not afraid to make bold claims, as he believes the Los Angeles Lakers are going to regret parting ways with LeBron James for the foreseeable future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 4

'JJ Redick, Give Him Minutes': Laker Nation React to Cameron Carr’s Impressive Summer League Debut

Cameron Carr scored 19 points in 24 minutes, the only Laker to find a rhythm, while his team absorbed a 104-72 beatdown from the Golden State Warriors in the California Classic opener.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 4

Why Luka Doncic ‘lost all respect’ for Deandre Ayton before LA Lakers traded him, explains Skip Bayless

The Los Angeles Lakers are seemingly completely wiping the slate clean ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Since the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade, Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers’ top brass seem keen on giving the Slovenian superstar a new team around him.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 4

Lakers Crushed By Warriors In California Classic Summer League Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their annual Summer League slate on Friday night, taking on the Golden State Warriors in the California Classic at Chase Center.

Chris Manon News / Hoops Rumors / July 4

Chris Manon Re-Signs With Lakers On Two-Way Contract

Restricted free agent guard Chris Manon has re-signed with the Lakers on another two-way contract, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Khobi Price of The California Post).

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Lakers Re-Sign Chris Mañon To Two-Way Contract

At the start of the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers tendered a two-way qualifying offer to Chris Mañon, making him a restricted free agent. Now, the Lakers announced they have re-signed Mañon on another two-way contract for the 2026-27 season.

Cameron Carr News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 3

Lakers Rookie Cameron Carr Sends Strong Message About Earning Role in LA

Young players don’t last long with the Los Angeles Lakers, as the team is normally constructed by making blockbuster trades and big-name signings in NBA free agency.

LeBron James News / BoxingNews.com / July 3

LeBron James MMA jokes flood social media after Lakers exit

MMA promotions jumped on the LeBron James free agency circus this week with mock announcements claiming the 41-year-old NBA legend was trading the hardwood for the cage.

LeBron James News / The Spun / July 3

Quote From 2014 May Hint At LeBron James' Upcoming Free Agency Decision

LeBron James has not yet revealed his plans for the 2026-27 season, but fans are convinced he mad his decision a long, long time ago. After the Los Angeles

NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Andre Drummond To Sign With Knicks Despite Interest From Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers suddenly have a need for a backup center after reportedly trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3

Warriors may steal another Lakers star in free agency

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. is looking to make a big splash to help Stephen Curry bring a fifth NBA championship home.

Rui Hachimura is being linked to 2 interesting new teams

Can Warriors afford to be big-game hunting?

Warriors might make a desperate move to land LeBron James

LeBron James prepared to make notable financial decision as he explores options in free agency

Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 3

Lakers reportedly eyeing Jonathan Kuminga — but there's a roadblock

They've reportedly set their sights on the former lottery pick.

How should the Lakers fill their biggest team need?

LeBron James had one simple reason to leave the Lakers

Bronny James bracing for inevitable fate after LeBron's Lakers exit

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / July 3

Luka Doncic Reportedly ‘Excited’ About Lakers’ Offseason Moves

The Los Angeles Lakers could have went in a number of different directions this offseason, but the one they chose has garnered a lot of criticism nationally.