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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 9
Rob Pelinka Explains Why Lakers Seized Chance to Land Walker Kessler
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into the NBA offseason with a couple of goals at the top of their list. One, re-signing Austin Reaves to a long-term deal, which they’ve accomplished when it becomes official, and secondly, acquiring an A-list center to play alongside Luka Doncic and Reaves for the foreseeable future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 9
Lakers view remaining roster spots as ‘critical’ to team success 
While most fans focus on projected starting lineups and ponder whether their stars are good enough, teams have to think about everything from top to bottom.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 9
Austin Reaves Reveals Text Message After LeBron James Decided To Leave Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have moved on from the entire starting lineup that won a first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets in April, including — most notably — LeBron James.
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?
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 9
LeBron James could be passing up his perfect team
Is LeBron overlooking a great opportunity?
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 / Yardbarker / July 9
Insider reveals LeBron James has one big reason to sign with 76ers
The Sixers are reportedly trying to make a run at James, and they have the financial flexibility to do so.
Walker Kessler News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 9
Lakers Officially Acquire Walker Kessler, Sign 2 Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite a busy summer thus far, with the team going through a major roster overhaul to build around superstar Luka Doncic for the foreseeable future.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 9
NBA Trade Rumors: PJ Washington Contract ‘Not Appealing’ To Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have officially welcomed Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, Walker Kessler and Jaden Hardy to the team, and still await the official word on both Collin Sexton and Kevon Looney.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 9
Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga pursuit comes with an obvious problem
Why the Lakers need to be careful in their pursuit of Kuminga.
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 / Yardbarker / July 9
LeBron James' free-agency decision is holding up another All-Star signing
Once again, all eyes in the NBA are set on LeBron James and the delay in his decision is holding up some other deals.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 9
Insider reveals LeBron James' potential decision date
For the fourth time in his career, James is the most sought-after free agent in the NBA.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 9
Celtics might steal Lakers' preferred free-agency target
The Celtics couldn't get their hands on Giannis Antetokounmpo and traded Jaylen Brown to a direct rival.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 9
Watch: Jalen Brunson Reveals Close Tie To Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was always someone who loved to help out and give advice to the next generation of basketball players as there were many legends who took the time to teach him as he was coming up in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 9
'That was Disgusting': Charlie Villanueva Urges LeBron James to Avoid Past Legends’ Mistakes
Some of the greatest basketball players in the NBA have one theme in common. The majority of them did not leave with their head held high, and Charlie Villanueva has warned James not to go down that path.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / July 9
Charles Barkley Says That LeBron James Is 'Too Nice'
LeBron James has all the individual accolades necessary to be considered the greatest player in NBA history, but Charles Barkley believes there's one thing holding him back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 9
Rich Paul Agrees Lakers Needed Luka Doncic To Dribble Less And Let LeBron James Play Point Guard More
In February 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers completed a blockbuster trade to acquire Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks, effectively shifting the NBA’s landscape.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / July 9
Los Angeles Lakers’ trade price for potential LeBron James replacement revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers still have a major roster hole to address after losing LeBron James in the 2026 offseason. Despite signing Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, and acquiring Walker Kessler, the Lakers haven’t addressed another huge weakness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9
Report: Lakers are looking to trade one veteran player
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to move on from The Vandalorian. The Lakers have expressed a willingness to trade veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt, Khobi Price of The New York Post reported on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / July 8
Luka Doncic’s True Thoughts On Lakers’ Offseason
Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic put his full trust in Rob Pelinka last summer when he inked a $165 million extension. Besides granting the Lakers time to build a proper team around him, it gave them a baseline to construct their entire identity.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 8
Three teams emerge as favorites in LeBron James sweepstakes
Until LeBron James finds his landing spot in a post-Los Angeles Lakers world, people are going to be fixated on his next move. Can you blame them? At 41, James truly defies Father Time.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 8
Lakers may have to get creative to land Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers won't leave a stone unturned in their pursuit of talent to pair with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 7
NBA Draft trade may haunt Knicks as Cameron Carr shines in Summer League
Devoid of much size and athleticism on the bench, the Knicks just might end up regretting this decision.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 7
Lakers dropped the ball with one of Luka Doncic's preferred targets
They can't give their star player everything he wants.
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