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Jeanie Buss Breaks Silence on LeBron James’ Future as Lakers Reportedly Announce Final Decision

This marks LeBron James’s 23rd season, and his sustained presence in the NBA is nothing short of incredible. With Luka Doncic joining the Los Angeles Lakers, the Akron Hammer’s role has diminished as the Slovenian has taken over as the team’s star.

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LeBron James endorses Cavs’ James Harden move: ‘They’re going for it’

Lakers star LeBron James is watching the Cavaliers. And he clearly likes what he sees. Speaking on the latest episode of his Mind the Game podcast, James weighed in on the Cavs’ acquisition of James Harden at the trade deadline, a deal that sent Darius Garland and a second-round pick to the Clippers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 17

Lakers Make Final Decision on LeBron James’ Future as 6 Offseason Target Emerges

The biggest Lakers decision this summer may not be about signing someone new. It may be about choosing how long the past stays part of the future. Uncertainty around LeBron James’ 24th season has created league-wide speculation, including possible interest from Cleveland once free agency opens.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 17

Luka Doncic Supported Organization’s Trade Deadline Approach

The Los Angeles Lakers had a pretty quiet trade deadline, which reflected all of the reporting leading up to it. Since the 2025 offseason, the Lakers and general manager Rob Pelinka have been open about their preference to retain flexibility for the summer of 2026.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 17

Jeanie Buss Drops Major Hint About LeBron James' Future With Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have 28 regular-season games during the 2025-26 campaign and will likely punch their ticket to the NBA playoffs, hoping to make a deep run and compete with the best of the best in the Western Conference for a chance to advance to the NBA Finals.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Lakers Nation / February 17

Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors: Lakers Believe They Would Be On Bucks Star’s Shortlist

The Los Angeles Lakers head into the offseason with among the most cap space of any team in the NBA. They project to have close to $50 million, including the cap hold of unrestricted free agent Austin Reaves.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 17

LeBron James Would Be ‘Welcomed’ Back For 24th Season

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is nearing unfamiliar territory as he enters the offseason as an unrestricted free agent. He’s done so before, but always by his own choice, opting out of the final year of his contract.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 17

Carmelo Anthony responds to Stephen A. Smith blaming LeBron James for NBA Dunk Contest failure

Carmelo Anthony pushed back against criticism of LeBron James, saying his longtime friend is simply “living long enough to be a villain.” The comment followed renewed debate after Stephen A.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 17

NBA Insider Reveals Lakers' Potential Targets in Free Agency

Once the 2025-26 NBA season officially comes to an end, the Los Angeles Lakers will get a busy offseason underway, with the storied franchise potentially set to make some significant moves.

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Report goes against popular belief about LeBron James' Lakers future

As James plays out his 23rd season in the NBA, rumors continue to swirl about his future.

Carmelo Anthony gets honest on 'villain' LeBron James

LeBron James gets honest on emotional reality of 22nd NBA All-Star selection

LeBron James shows major respect to Anthony Edwards following All-Star Game brilliance

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 17

Report: Lakers Have ‘Discussed’ 3 Pending Free Agent Wings

As the Lakers return from the All-Star break after a relatively quiet trade deadline, the focus is partially shifting to how the team will approach this summer, when they’ll have three first-round picks to trade as well as roughly $50 million in projected cap space.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker / February 17