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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 1
Dirk Nowitzki Reveals Luka Doncic Trade Made Him Lose Appetite & Leave Family Alone During Vacation
The entire Dallas community was uprooted when the Mavericks traded Luka Doncic. Now imagine how Dirk Nowitzki felt. He had made some comments about feeling “sad” for the way the situation went.
The '2025-26 NBA head coaches' quiz
How many of the 30 NBA head coaches at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 1
Lakers' Austin Reaves Could Earn $40 Million Per Season on Next Contract, Says Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into a very critical season for their future. While they were able to lock up Luka Doncic on a contract extension, the rest of the roster is up in the air.
The 25 greatest international players in NBA history
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 1
It Didn’t Take Long For Nick Smith Jr. To Notice Difference Between Lakers & Hornets
Just before the start of training camp, the Los Angeles Lakers filled their final two-way spot by signing former first-round pick Nick Smith Jr. Smith was recently let go by the Charlotte Hornets after just two seasons with the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 1
'People Thought That it was a Documentary': Lakers Legend Blames HBO Series For Falsely Ruining Public Image
The Los Angeles Lakers are the most famous franchise in the NBA and one of the most well-known teams in the world. Being based in Hollywood and having a long line of all-time greats that includes Elgin Baylor and Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson, and Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant will do that.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / October 1
Watch: LeBron James Gives Inspirational Speech On Stream With Kai Cenat
The Los Angeles Lakers held their first practice of training camp on Tuesday, although LeBron James was among the players that didn’t participate due to a glute injury.
Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / October 1
Lakers Media Day: Maxi Kleber Feels ‘Fully Healthy’ From Foot Injury
One of the bigger unknowns on this Los Angeles Lakers roster is big man Maxi Kleber. Coming over from the Dallas Mavericks in the Luka Doncic trade, Kleber missed basically the entire season due to a right foot fracture, only getting cleared before the Lakers’ final playoff game in which he played five minutes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 1
Lakers Notes: LeBron James Out With Injury, Marcus Smart Hurt, Rich Paul Sends Message to LA
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is dealing with a nerve irritation in his glute and will be limited at the start of training camp, though there is hope he will be ready for the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 1
Rachel Nichols Brings Up Rob Pelinka’s Cryptic Answer About Wanting LeBron James on the Roster Next Year
The NBA season is still weeks away, but folks are already anxious about the future of basketball’s most famous son, Lebron James. LeBron is about to begin his record 23rd year in the league and his eighth with the Lakers, and after exercising his player option this summer, he’s set to become a free agent next summer.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 1
Watch: Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards Names Jarred Vanderbilt As Former Teammate He Misses Most
At the trade deadline of the 2022-23 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers made a massive trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves to unload the contract of Russell Westbrook.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 1
Lakers’ Nick Smith Jr. vows to embrace LeBron and Luka’s ‘shoot or get off’ mentality
Jake LaRavia knows what his role will be playing next to Luka Doncic and LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers picked him up this offseason. The LA Lakers made some serious changes to their squad this summer, with plenty of big moves by the front office aimed at addressing a few key weaknesses.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / October 1
Watch: LeBron James Announces New Show ‘The Main Thing’
Throughout his career, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been as impactful off the court as he has has been on it. That says a lot considering LeBron is one of the greatest players in the history of the league, but he has a wide range of business ventures that truly has him set up for life once he retires.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Luka Doncic Dreams of Career-Long Future With Lakers HC JJ Redick After Recent Contract Extension
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most storied franchises in sports history, but they will be entering the 2025-26 season in an unconventional way.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 1
New LA Lakers star ready to accept LeBron James and Luka Doncic’s ‘shoot or get off’ mentality next season
One of the LA Lakers’ newest signings knows he needs to follow LeBron James and Luka Doncic’s lead next season. The Los Angeles Lakers have made some major changes to their roster this offseason.
LeBron James News / The SportsRush / October 1
Robert Horry Dismisses LeBron James Retirement Talk, Expects Dramatic ‘Decision’-Style Announcement
LeBron James is set to become the first player in NBA history to play in his 23rd season this year, and at 40, he still appears to be going strong. There
Jarred Vanderbilt News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1
How Jarred Vanderbilt plans to fit with Lakers’ stars
LOS ANGELES – One of the areas of concern for the Los Angeles Lakers following their early flameout in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs last season was consistent bench production.
Bronny James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1
Why Bronny James says criticism is ‘great’ for his development
LOS ANGELES – Perhaps no player on the Los Angeles Lakers roster last season took as much criticism and heat than Bronny James. The target was placed on his back simply because of who his father is, and it only grew when the Lakers selected him with the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30
Rui Hachimura’s ‘easy’ take on playing with LeBron James, Luka Doncic
LOS ANGELES – When the 2025-26 season tips-off, four of the five starters for the Los Angeles Lakers are certain to be LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / September 30
Luka Doncic Doesn’t Hold Back While Listing JJ Redick’s ‘Good Qualities’
JJ Redick’s addition to the Los Angeles Lakers as head coach ahead of the 2024–25 season truly made the fanbase believe that big things were on the horizon.
Gabe Vincent News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 30
Lakers’ Gabe Vincent Already Dealing With Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealt some unfortunate injury body blows to kick off training camp this week. L.A. revamped its roster depth this summer,
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 30
Lakers have been quietly laying foundation for life without LeBron James
LeBron wants to control his exit, but the Lakers are no longer structuring their future around him.
Austin Reaves News / Last Word On Sports / September 30
Austin Reaves Gets Closer To Swapping Lakers For Western Rival
LOS ANGELES — Austin Reaves recently turned down an $89.2 million extension with the Lakers. The decision isn’t reckless. It’s strategic. “It’s a business at the end of the day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 30
Insider Confirms Lakers’ Rui Hachimura Trade Plan as 3 Stars Face Uncertain Future
The Los Angeles Lakers have four of the five starting spots locked in with LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Deandre Ayton, but the fifth? That’s where the questions start.
Nick Smith Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 30
Have Lakers unearthed another under-the-radar gem?
The Lakers may have found their next development project in a former first-round pick who recently joined the franchise on a two-way contract.
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