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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 6
Lakers Officially Sign 3 Players to Two-Way Contracts
After two games of the California Classic, the Los Angeles Lakers have had an opportunity to see what they might be getting in the young talent the team has brought in this summer.
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?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6
Interested teams have heard nothing back from LeBron James
LeBron James is keeping everyone in the dark regarding his free agency, including the teams that are chasing him. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said on his “The Hoop Collective” podcast that James’ suitors have heard nothing from James or his camp about his free agency choice, and are not sure how to react to that.
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
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 6
Why LeBron James Never Met With Lakers In Free Agency
One of the biggest stories of this offseason surrounds former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, who prior to the start of free agency informed the franchise that he would not be returning to the team for his 24th NBA season.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 6
Clippers Set to Target Peyton Watson After Landing Rui Hachimura as Lakers Show No Interest, Per Reports
The LA Lakers will start the 2026-27 season with their starting five of last season completely gutted. They have already lost LeBron James in free agency, Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards, and now forward Rui Hachimura to neighbors the LA Clippers.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 6
Rival teams ‘afraid’ LeBron James is headed to Cavs
There may not be a favorite in the LeBron James sweepstakes. But according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, one team keeps coming up. That would be none other than the Cavaliers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 6
Analyst Claims Lakers Always Planned to Part Ways With LeBron James After Acquiring Luka Doncic
Ever since ESPN reported that LeBron James felt “unappreciated” by the Los Angeles Lakers, it was expected that he would walk away from the team in free agency.
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.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / July 6
Rui Hachimura Bids Farewell To Lakers Following Free Agency Departure
One of the better moves the Los Angeles Lakers made over the past few seasons was the acquisition of forward Rui Hachimura. Throughout his time with the franchise, Hachimura grew exponentially, becoming one of the best 3-point shooters in the NBA and making Lakers and NBA history along the way.
Rui Hachimura News / Field Level Media / July 6
Report: Clippers sign Rui Hachimura to 2-year, $28M deal
Free agent forward Rui Hachimura is jumping across town from the Lakers to the Clippers on a two-year, $28 million deal, ESPN reported Monday. Hachimura has spent the past three-plus seasons in Los Angeles, averaging 11.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 68 games (41 starts) for the Lakers in 2025-26.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6
NBA teams fear LeBron James will end up in this landing spot
James is the biggest fish in NBA free agency — again.
The '4 3-pointers off the bench in the playoffs' quz
How many of the active players to hit at least four three's off of the bench multiple times in the same NBA Playoff run can you name in five minutes?
Rui Hachimura News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6
Rui Hachimura decides to leave Lakers
Rui Hachimura is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, but he is not going far. Hachimura is signing a two-year, $28 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to multiple reports.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6
Rui Hachimura heads across Los Angeles as Clippers land former Lakers forward
Hachimura isn't leaving Los Angeles; he's simply changing arenas for the next two seasons.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / July 6
Rui Hachimura signs with Clippers
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura picked a good time to have a career year and stellar postseason as this summer marks the first time he reached unrestricted free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 6
One Lakers decision may have cost them LeBron James
Did one decision from the Lakers cause LeBron to decide to move on?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 6
Lakers Show Interest In Three Backup Centers: How Realistic Are Their Chances Of Landing One?
The Los Angeles Lakers have already found a long-term solution to their biggest offseason priority by acquiring Walker Kessler, but they aren’t done reshaping their roster.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 6
Nuggets’ Sudden Decision Turns Up Heat on Rob Pelinka to Pair Luka Doncic With Ideal Two-Way Superstar
Once LeBron James confirmed his exit, GM Rob Pelinka wasted no time in adding players to the Los Angeles Lakers. He even fulfilled Luka Doncic’s elite center wish by a sign-and-trade for Walker Kessler.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 6
'Relies on Luck': Rob Pelinka Slammed for Pushing Out LeBron James to Protect Kobe Bryant’s Lakers Legacy
For months, general manager Rob Pelinka was on record stating he would like LeBron James to return. But the 4x NBA champion will not return for another season in Purple and Gold.
Cameron Carr News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6
Lakers’ Cameron Carr makes eye-opening admission about NBA competition
Cameron Carr had some thoughts to share about his ongoing experience in the NBA Summer League after the Los Angeles Lakers’ double-overtime win over the Miami Heat on Sunday evening.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 5
Luka Doncic Sends Clear Message After Lakers Reshape Roster
The Los Angeles Lakers have been as busy as any team in the NBA during this offseason, with the storied franchise pulling off trades and making a flurry of signings in NBA free agency.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 5
Is front-runner emerging for LeBron James?
Once again, LeBron James is the most prominent name in NBA free agency. Has a leader emerged in the race to secure his services?
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).
NBA 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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 3
How should the Lakers fill their biggest team need?
With limited draft capital and cap flexibility left, Los Angeles will need to get creative to address one of the roster’s most pressing needs.
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