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Jonathan Kuminga News / EssentiallySports / August 29
Lakers Could Reunite With Ex-Champion After Missing Out on Jonathan Kuminga: NBA Analyst
The Los Angeles Lakers face an immediate roster crunch ahead of the 2026–27 NBA season, currently carrying 16 players under contract with only 15 open roster spots available.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 29
Horace Grant Likes Walker Kessler Addition For Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers completely overhauled their roster from last season to this one, and by far the biggest move in doing that was landing Walker Kessler in free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Habit / August 29
Walker Kessler will help the Lakers unlock Luka Doncic like never before
The Los Angeles Lakers' polarizing trade for Walker Kessler may help star Luka Dončić in ways never thought possible. Kessler might not be who many Lakers fans were hoping for when the offseason began, but he is clearly expected to be a big part of the Lakers going forward.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Lakers Nation / August 29
Sandro Mamukelashvili Leads George To FIBA World Cup Qualifying Win Over Montenegro
FIBA World Cup qualifiers are taking place this summer and even though Luka Doncic decided not to suit up for Slovenia, the Los Angeles Lakers are still well-represented as the newly-acquired Sandro Mamukelashvili is playing for Georgia.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 29
Channing Frye Believes Luka Doncic Will Never Win A Title With His Playstyle
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has yet to win an NBA championship, and former NBA player Channing Frye believes he never will if he doesn’t change.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 29
Are the Lakers set up to be the most disappointing team this season? 
It’s no question that the Lakers made a big gamble this summer. Gone is not just LeBron James, but the entire starting five for most of the team’s series against the Rockets, which they won in six games.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 29
Kevin Durant Loves To See Young Americans Emulating Luka Doncic
While there are a lot of amazing players in the NBA today, there are only a handful of true superstars that truly appeal to fans across the world and there is no doubt that Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is among them.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 29
Should NBA fans be concerned about repeated ownership upheaval?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 29
Trevor Ariza: Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony & Kevin Durant Were Toughest Players To Guard
The Los Angeles Lakers have been fortunate enough to employ some of the greatest players in NBA history, including franchise legend Kobe Bryant who led the organization to five championships during his illustrious 20-year career.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 29
LeBron James Reportedly Had ‘Internal Conflict’ Over Deferring To Austin Reaves On Lakers
LeBron James and Austin Reaves formed a great bond during their time as teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers, but it turns out the former might not have been too pleased about deferring to the latter last season.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 29
ESPN Projects Luka Doncic To Win Scoring Title & Finish Third In MVP Voting
We are currently in the part of the NBA offseason where player movement has — mostly — ground to a halt. With that, it’s a perfect opportunity for people to project out what they believe will happen this upcoming season, and no team has generated more takes than Luka Doncic and the new-look Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 29
Best Moves Remaining for Lakers After Jonathan Kuminga Debacle
The Los Angeles Lakers’ two-month pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga turned them into a laughing stock when the 23-year-old athletic forward opted to sign a two-year, $12.4 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Fadeaway World / August 28
Lakers Fans Fired Up About Sandro Mamukelashvili After Impressive Display At FIBA Qualifiers vs. Montenegro
Sandro Mamukelashvili is currently one of several NBA players on international duty for the second round of the FIBA Qualifiers this week. The Lakers’ new addition pulled off an impressive performance in Georgia’s 101-74 win over Montenegro.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 28
Coachella Valley Lakers 2026-27 G League Schedule
The 2026-27 regular season schedule for the Los Angeles Lakers’ G League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Lakers has officially been released. Previously known as the South Bay Lakers, the franchise has rebranded their G League squad and moved the operations to Coachella Valley, where they will now call Acrisure Arena home.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27
Lakers could reunite with polarizing player after failed Jonathan Kuminga pursuit
After months of speculation and back-and-forth, the Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. Could they pivot to a familiar face?
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27
Klay Thompson's father explains why he snubbed the Lakers
Following a disappointing tenure with the Dallas Mavericks, Klay Thompson signed a two-year deal to join the Miami Heat.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Lakers champion put on blast for offering ‘exposure’ in exchange for free birthday cake
A Vancouver bakery has called out former Los Angeles Lakers icon Metta Sandiford-Artest for what the store believes is an “outrageous” offer. Fanny Lam, who owns Oh Sweet Day!
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 26
Jonathan Kuminga made bold gamble that could haunt his career
After months of speculation, Jonathan Kuminga and his camp finally settled on a landing spot. As reported, the athletic forward has signed a two-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, spurning a larger and longer offer from the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jeanie Buss News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26
Jeanie Buss takes siblings to court over Lakers sale
Jeanie Buss is doing whatever it takes to prevent the Buss siblings from selling their remaining share in the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 25
Adam Silver could potentially step into Lakers’ Buss family dispute
The Lakers’ ownership drama may soon require a little help from the commissioner. NBA commissioner Adam Silver could become involved in the increasingly messy dispute between Jeanie Buss and her siblings over the Buss family’s remaining ownership stake in the franchise, according to Tom Friend of Sports Business Journal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 24
Lakers failed to fix glaring flaw keeping them from title contention
No team in the NBA went through a more drastic roster facelift this offseason than the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 24
Luka Doncic looking locked in ahead of make-or-break Lakers season
With a crucial Lakers season lying ahead, it would seem to bode well for Doncic's commitment to Los Angeles, both for this year and beyond.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 24
Writer pens hypothetical trade sending Lakers' Bronny James to NBA contender — and it's not the 76ers
The former USC player is still under J.J. Redick's guidance, but, as a fringe rotation player, he might also be used as a trade chip to round up the roster.
Jeanie Buss News / Yardbarker / August 18
Buss family drama continues as siblings release statement reiterating sale against Jeanie Buss' wishes
Is this the fifth season of "Succession" or third of "Winning Time"? On Tuesday, the greatest soap opera of the NBA offseason continued.
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