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NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 15
Lakers Fans Call For Rob Pelinka to Land Goga Bitadze After Desmond Bane Trade
The NBA world was shaken to its core on Sunday when the Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies pulled off the first of what should be many trades this offseason. The Grizzlies traded their starting guard, Desmond Bane, to the Magic in exchange for a massive haul.
Walker Kessler News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 15
Report: Lakers remain ‘intrigued’ by Walker Kessler 
In search of a center this offseason, the Lakers could eye one of the top young bigs in the league in Walker Kessler of the Jazz. Some time ago, Walker Kessler was seen as one of the prime trade targets for the Lakers.
LeBron James News / Ball Exclusives / June 15
LeBron James targeted by ESPN for analyst role post-retirement
LeBron James is apparently weighing the idea of retirement. This is according to an ad posted on his X account. If LeBron decides to walk away, ESPN will look to add him to an analyst role.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason
This summer has the chance to be one of the wildest ones in recent memory as some of the biggest names in basketball are on the trade market this offseason.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Larry Nance Jr. Names Kobe Bryant’s Final Game As Top Moment Of Career
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant always had a flare for the dramatics, and that was certainly the case in the final game of his career. It’s no secret that injuries hampered Bryant in the back half of his career and he was a shell of himself in his 20th and final season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 15
Dalton Knecht Claims LeBron James Said He Can Play For Another 5-10 Years
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht has added fuel to the most unpredictable storyline of the offseason: the future of LeBron James. Speaking to TMZ
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Luka Doncic Explains Why He Always Plays For Slovenian National Team
Luka Doncic didn’t get drafted into the NBA as an unknown international prospect. Instead, he made a name for himself as a future superstar overseas playing in EuroLeague and for his national team of Slovenia.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / June 15
Lakers expected to keep Trey Jemison, re-sign Christian Koloko
The Lakers are likely to bring back two-way players Trey Jemison and Christian Koloko next season, Jovan Buha of The Athletic said in a recent video Q&A session (YouTube link, hat tip to BasketNews).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 15
Predicting Lakers' Austin Reaves Trade Value After Wild Desmond Bane Deal
The Los Angeles Lakers have a pivotal summer ahead of them. The offseason is looming, but while that is the case, teams wasted no time in looking to bolster their roster. That was the case with the Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic on Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Dalton Knecht Hoping To Play With LeBron James For Another 5-10 Years
The biggest question mark surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the offseason is the status of LeBron James as while all signs point to him returning for another season, the 40-year-old is naturally taking some time to contemplate his future.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / June 15
Gabe Vincent Happy To Be Healthy But Wished To Make Bigger Impact For Lakers In 2024-25
During an impressive NBA Finals run in 2023 with the Miami Heat, guard Gabe Vincent turned heads with his postseason play. That ultimately got the attention of the Los Angeles Lakers, who signed him to a three-year, $33 million contract the following offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 15
Lakers Reportedly Interested in Under the Radar Forward
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of improvement they need to make this summer if they want to go further in the playoffs than they did this year. After getting eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, they are looking to add some players to help their depth and the starting lineup.
Metta World Peace News / The SportsRush / June 15
Metta World Peace Explains Why He Left More Than $10 Million After Conversation With Lakers Owner
The NBA, above all things, is a business. Teams and their actions, such as trading beloved players, demonstrate this regularly. Athletes take matters into their own hands by joining teams which present the best situation for their career.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / June 15
LeBron James Compares Orlando Bubble Postseason To ‘Mental Warfare’
Over the years, some have questioned the validity of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 NBA Championship that took place inside the Orlando bubble. Despite the Lakers being the favorite before the season shut down and things moved to Orlando, some still believe LeBron James and Anthony Davis were only successful in bringing L.A.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 15
LeBron James posts 8-word message about Caitlin Clark
LeBron James is definitely happy to see Caitlin Clark hooping again. The WNBA superstar Clark made her return to the court for the Indiana Fever on Saturday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 14
ESPN Wants To Hire LeBron James As An Analyst After His NBA Retirement
After 22 years in the NBA, LeBron James is closer than he's ever been to finishing his basketball career. With some big decisions to make this summer, only LeBron knows what the future has in store but ESPN hopes to get involved once James finally steps away.
Bronny James News / Fastbreak on SI / June 13
NBA Legend Makes Feelings Clear About Bronny James
Bronny James is coming off a rookie year where he played limited NBA minutes. That said, he was among the best players in the G League. Recently, Boston Celtics legend (and Basketball Hall of Famer) Paul Pierce shared his thoughts on the 20-year-old guard potentially getting a spot in the rotation next season (via FS1's Speak).
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / June 13
Stephen A. Smith Brings Up Luka Doncic’s Conditioning to Question His Position as a Leader on the Lakers
A couple of months have passed since the Los Angeles Lakers suffered an early elimination from the 2025 NBA playoffs. That hasn’t halted conversations regarding their future with their new superstar Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 13
Luka Doncic should take Magic Johnson's criticism personally
In the age of social media, everyone has a voice, and some opinions may feel diluted. However, when an all-time great speaks, it behooves those concerned to listen.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / June 12
Report: Lakers F Dorian Finney-Smith has ankle surgery
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for fall training camp for next season, ESPN reported on Thursday.
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