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Luka Doncic ‘Wasn’t Close’ To Returning In Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season came to an end on Monday night, getting swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round. Getting to the second round at all was a victory for L.A., especially after losing superstar Luka Doncic to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on April 2.

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Rob Pelinka Proud But Not Satisfied With Lakers’ 2025-26 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are done with the 2025-26 NBA season as theirs ended on Monday night at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in a predictable sweep against the reigning champions.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 12

Rob Pelinka: Lakers & Austin Reaves Have Mutual Interest In Continuing Partnership

After LeBron James, the longest tenured member of the Los Angeles Lakers roster is Austin Reaves, who has been with the franchise for five seasons. Reaves began his Lakers tenure as an undrafted player on a two-way contract, but has developed into a borderline All-Star in his time with the franchise.

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The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

How many of the active players in the NBA with at least 100 double-doubles in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 12

Lakers make it clear that they are not building around LeBron James

If there was any lingering doubt about whose team the Los Angeles Lakers are going forward, general manager Rob Pelinka made that very clear at his end-of-season news conference on Tuesday.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 12

Luka Doncic Clears Stance on Lakers Trading Austin Reaves for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Per Reports

When the Anthony Davis trade went through in January 2025, nobody in the Lakers’ locker room knew, not Davis himself, not LeBron James, not the man who would eventually replace him.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 12

LeBron James And Lakers Reportedly Share Interest In New Contract

With the Los Angeles Lakers’ season officially over at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, attention now immediately turns to the offseason. And of course the biggest question surrounding the Lakers is the future of LeBron James.

J.J. Redick News / AirJordanChronicles / May 12

‘We’ve Got to Figure Out’: JJ Redick Sends Measured Message After Game-Time Decision Cost Playoff Win

JJ Redick watched the Lakers’ season tick away in Oklahoma City. One specific decision in the final phases of Game 4 has left everyone confused. The Lakers fared a complete 4-0 sweep in the Western Conference Semifinals.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 12

Dillon Brooks had surprising comment about LeBron James

Dillon Brooks may be LeBron James’ chief hater, but even he has some respect for what the Los Angeles Lakers star has accomplished. Brooks was in attendance at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

LeBron James News / The Spun / May 12

4 NBA Teams Named Options For LeBron If He Returns Next Year

NBA fans may have witnessed the final game of LeBron James' career on Monday night. James had 24 points and 12 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers' season-ending loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker

The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / May 12

Luka Doncic won't play for Slovenian national team amid custody battle

Los Angeles Lakers star Luke Doncic will not play for the Slovenian national team this summer, instead prioritizing his daughters. Doncic is the father of 3-year-old Gabriela and 5-month-old Olivia.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 12

Why Was Maxi Kleber on the Floor Instead of Rui Hachimura? Lakers’ Final Play Sparks Debate

JJ Redick had quite a lot of controversial moments in the playoffs. Back in Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Redick had a heated argument with referee Ben Taylor.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 12

Austin Reaves Taking Things ‘Day-By-Day’ Ahead Of Potential Free Agency

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers’ season has come to an end after being swept by the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, Austin Reaves has a lot to think about regarding his future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 12

Tony Brothers Gets Hunted Down by Tylil James After Thunder Finish Off Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers came into the playoffs knowing about Luka Doncic’s unavailability. But what they did not know was how costly that would turn out to be.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 12

Rob Pelinka’s Promise to Luka Doncic Means Multiple Lakers Stars Are in Trouble After Playoffs Elimination

March felt like a movie for the Los Angeles Lakers. Luka Doncic was running the show, LeBron James looked ageless, and Austin Reaves kept delivering in the biggest moments.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praises LeBron James after Lakers-Thunder series

After the Thunder's sweep of the Lakers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure to recognize the significance of competition against James at this point in his career.

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Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / May 12