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Lakers Offense Projected To Struggle Following Offseason Changes, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Lakers brought Luka Doncic in midway through last season in order to have a more formidable offense. He has proven to be one of the best offensive players in the league.

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NBA Insiders Have Little Faith in Lakers Making NBA Finals This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers were the third seed in the Western Conference last season. They used a late surge to get that spot, and they looked poised to make a run at the Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

Insider Projects Bronny James’ Path Toward Lakers Rotation

As the Lakers continue preparing for the 2025-26 campaign, many eyes will be on Bronny James’ growth heading into year two. The former USC Trojan has a significant spotlight on him as LeBron James’ son, and one writer believes he could have several chances to earn minutes for LA.

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 29

Charles Barkley: LeBron James needs to move on from Lakers

Charles Barkley has seen enough. He thinks it is time for LeBron James to get out of Los Angeles. Or at least play for someone besides the Lakers. “LeBron is going to have to move on at some point.

Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / August 29

Magic Johnson Lists His Top Five All-Time Lakers

There is no franchise in the NBA that has had more superstars don their jerseys than the Los Angeles Lakers. Every team has legends of the franchise, but the Lakers’ legends are some of the best to ever step foot on an NBA court like Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / August 29

Watch: LeBron James Gives NFL & Super Bowl Predictions

Although fans will have to wait a couple of more months to see Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James take the floor for Year 23, they will soon get to enjoy NFL football as the 2025 season is set to kick off next week.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 29

Lakers Predicted to Barely Avoid Play-In Tournament This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers finished last season as the three seed in the Western Conference. They rode a hot finish to the regular season to that spot, only to get bounced in the first round of the playoffs.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 29

Sasha Vujacic Believes Luka Doncic Is Perfect Superstar For Lakers

Luka Doncic is set to embark on the next chapter of his career with the Los Angeles Lakers, a beautiful marriage between a global superstar and the premier franchise of the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 29

2024-2025 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Rui Hachimura

After being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura had to adjust his game to fit around stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Previously playing under Darvin Ham, he struggled to find a consistent role, which stunted his development.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 29

Jeanie Buss: Luka Doncic Has Now Fully Embraced Lakers After Being ‘Sad’ When Learning Of Trade

While the Luka Doncic trade to the Los Angeles Lakers came as a massive shock to the entire basketball world, it came as just a big a surprise, if not even more so, to the superstar himself.

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Did Poland use wild strategy to contain Luka Doncic, Slovenia in Eurobasket?

Luka Doncic looked very good in Slovenia’s first game in Eurobasket, as he put up 34 points on 7-14 shooting from the field — doing most of his damage from the free-throw line with a 17-19 showing from the charity stripe.

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The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / August 29

Poland Crashes Luka Doncic’s EuroBasket Party, Spoils Record Night in Stunning Upset

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is back playing basketball. The Slovenian joins his national team in its quest to do its best at the EuroBasket 2025.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 28

Luka Doncic's Thoughts on LeBron James Trade Revealed

LeBron James still remains a member of the Los Angeles Lakers...for now. Throughout the offseason, there's been much conjecture as to the future of James with the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 28

Reacts: Lakers fans want more wing-depth on the roster

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Los Angeles Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 28

FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Highlights: Luka Doncic Dominant But Slovenia Drops Group Play Opener To Poland

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic expressed his goal to lead Slovenia to a medal at FIBA EuroBasket 2025. Unfortunately, thing got off to a rough start and now Doncic and Slovenia will need to lock in in a big way going forward to reach that goal.

Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / August 28