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LA Lakers signing made a disastrous choice to ‘play for a championship’, he’s just missed out on the NBA Finals

The LA Lakers made a desperate addition to add to their roster late in the season. It did not work out. After landing Luka Doncic back in early February in a surprise move, the LA Lakers attempted to trade for a center to pair with him.

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Los Angeles Lakers Make Announcement For 2025-26 NBA Season

The 2025 NBA Finals will begin on Thursday between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the Finals, the offseason will pick up fast with the NBA Draft and free agency.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 2

What players do the Lakers need around Luka?

The Lakers have a pivotal summer ahead in deciding which players to surround Luka Dončić with. As the Lakers aim to transition fully into the Luka Dončić era, a crucial summer awaits that will determine which players should surround their new superstar.

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '30-point triple-doubles in the NBA playoffs' quiz

How many of the players to score 30 or more points while recording a triple-double in an NBA playoff game can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 40-point games in NBA history' quiz

The '200 or more three-pointers in the 2023-24 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / June 2

Young Backup Center Considered 'Realistic' Trade Target for Lakers

With the Los Angeles Lakers searching for a variety of centers ahead of free agency and the draft, a backup big from the East has emerged as a potential target and is an intriguing departure from those already connected to the team.

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The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

Often it's not the best players who come through on the court when a team needs it during the most important time of the season. Here's our look at some unsung or overlooked performances in the history of the NBA Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 2

Bold Lakers Trade Proposal Sees Team Empty the Tank For All-Star Center

Every team around the NBA knows what the Los Angeles Lakers will be looking for this summer. That would be a center to add to the frontcourt, which is the biggest weakness on the team currently.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 2

Lakers announce 2025-26 preseason home schedule

The Lakers will host an exciting slate of preseason games for the 2025-26 season. With the Lakers' offseason well underway, the franchise has begun announcing upcoming events for the 2025-26 season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2

Lakers set first Cooper Flagg, Mavericks matchup in Las Vegas

NBA fans probably won’t have to wait for the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks to face each other in the regular season next year, as a matchup has been set for them in the preseason.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Lakers Make Big Warriors Announcement on Monday

The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. This early exit was especially disappointing after LA stunned the basketball world by acquiring superstar guard Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks at the February trade deadline.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 2

Breaking down Luka Dončić’s contract extension options with the Lakers

Luka Dončić becomes extension-eligible on Aug. 2, but he has a few different paths he could explore this offseason. On Aug. 2, Luka Dončić will become eligible to sign a four-year, $228.6 million contract extension with the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 2

Danny Green Opens Up About Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant GOAT Debate

Three-time NBA champion Danny Green was recently a guest on the “All the Smoke” podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson and the former NBA guard was

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 2

Rui Hachimura Appreciates Trust From JJ Redick & Coaching Staff

When JJ Redick was hired by the Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura was a player who needed to be unlocked more in his system, particularly on the defensive end of the floor.

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NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 2

Lakers Attached to Timberwolves Star Free Agent as Landing Spot

The Los Angeles Lakers have plenty of questions to answer around the roster as the offseason begins. After being knocked out in the first round of the postseason, the Lakers need to figure out a way to build a more well-rounded team.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / June 2

Luka Doncic Reveals Pros & Cons Of Los Angeles

Luka Doncic’s life turned upside down this past season when he was unexpectedly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Players of Doncic’s caliber don’t typically get traded without requesting it, much less in the middle of a season.

Former NBA Champion Compares Lakers to Cowboys

Hate them or love them, there is no doubt that the Los Angeles Lakers' popularity and impact on the league and the sport are undeniable. The Lakers have a history like no other.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 2

Lakers Trade Assets Include A First-Round Pick, Young Shooter And $55 Million In Expiring Contracts

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025 offseason with a clear mandate: reshape the roster around Luka Doncic and LeBron James, address their glaring frontcourt

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 2

Surprising Center Named as Trade Option For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have a pretty clear center problem. By the end of L.A.'s eventual five-game first-round playoff series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves this spring, head coach JJ Redick was gluing former starting five Jaxson Hayes to the bench, and had played only Maxi Kleber some token minutes among his traditional centers.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / June 2