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LA Lakers landing former champion would make them contenders, but Rob Pelinka won’t make the trade

One NBA expert believes the LA Lakers could trade for a game-changer, but their future goals will prevent a deal from happening. It’s hard to look at the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason and not be impressed.

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Luka Doncic Decision Made on Slovenia's Next EuroBasket Prep Game

For Lakers star Luka Doncic, apparently the Slovenian national team has seen enough to rest assured he will be on the roster that the team brings to Poland for the opener of the EuroBasket tournament late this month.

Bronny James News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Bronny James Reflects On Rookie Highlights: 'I Belong Here'

Bronny James is taking pride in the moments that helped define his rookie season, proving to himself and others that he belongs in the NBA. Speaking in

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The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award winners' quiz

The 'Active NBA 10,000-point club members' quiz

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / August 10

LeBron James Admits He Is Now Addicted To Golf

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been spending a lot of time playing golf this offseason, and he's getting hooked. James posted a story on Instagram on Saturday in which he admitted he cannot stop playing the sport at the moment.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Ice Cube Explains Why He Wasn't Surprised By Lakers Getting Luka Doncic

Rapper Ice Cube is a lifelong Los Angeles Lakers fan and was thrilled, like the rest of the fan base, when the team acquired Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 9

Watch: Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia & Adou Thiero Throw Out First Pitch At Dodgers Game

The Los Angeles Lakers were celebrated at Dodger Stadium on Saturday night with new additions Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and Adout Thiero on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Lakers Facing Dalton Knecht Trade Decision After Marcus Smart Report

The Los Angeles Lakers added quite a few players to their rotation this offseason. One of them was Marcus Smart, who, after spending his first nine NBA seasons with the Boston Celtics, found himself on the Lakers after bouncing around with the Memphis Grizzlies and Washington Wizards.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 9

LeBron James’ Cleveland Return Date Reported for Early 2026

It's been over two decades since LeBron James turned pro, and he's still better than most NBA players. The four-time NBA Most Valuable Player is set to

Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 9

Lakers Almost Made Blockbuster Trade to Pair Kobe Bryant With Future Hall of Famer

After Shaquille O'Neal wanted out, the Los Angeles Lakers spent a lot of time trying to find some players who would fit well next to Kobe Bryant so they could win more championships.

Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9

Lakers assistant hints at bigger role for Bronny James

Bronny James may be heading for a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, at least according to one of the team’s assistant coaches. In an

Lakers can't repeat LeBron James-era mistakes with Luka Doncic

Clash of titans: NBA season to tip off with rivalry games

Five NBA coaches starting 2025-26 season on hot seat

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The '2003-04 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 9

Multiple New Lakers Ranked Among NBA's Most Overrated Players

The Los Angeles Lakers had to improve their roster from last season after getting bounced from the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 9

Watch: Marcus Smart Guards 16-Year-Old Luka Doncic

Before Luka Doncic became an global superstar for the Dallas Mavericks — and now, the Los Angeles Lakers — he was dominating EuroLeague action as a member of Real Madrid.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'MLB active hits leaders' quiz

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Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 9

Lakers Insider Predicts Surprise Starting Lineup Change

The acquisition of Marcus Smart was a significant one for the Los Angeles Lakers. Smart gives the team a proven player with playoff experience, toughness, grit, and pedigree.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9

Ex-Lakers forward joining rival team as assistant coach

After once playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, an ex-NBA forward is now headed elsewhere in the Pacific Division. Mike Muscala is joining the Phoenix Suns as an assistant coach, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported Saturday.

Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Lakers' Austin Reaves Could Get 'Wake-Up Call' on Massive New Contract

It's no secret that the contract the Lakers gave guard Austin Reaves when he hit free agency in 2023--four years and $54 million--was a rock-bottom NBA bargain.

Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / August 9

NBA Players React To Lakers Legend Magic Johnson's Heartfelt Post

Magic Johnson remains one of the most popular athletes in the world. The Los Angeles Lakers legend (and five-time NBA Champion) last played in the league during the 1996 season.

Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 9

New Lakers Guard Marcus Smart Almost Signed with Major Rival

NBA Insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line revealed that newly acquired Los Angeles Lakers point guard Marcus Smart nearly signed with the Phoenix Suns over the Lakers this offseason.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 9

Watch: Bryant Family Celebrates Kobe Bobblehead Night At Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers honored L.A. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on Friday night with a bobblehead night surrounding the late Hall of Fame shooting guard.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 9

Lakers' Bronny James Reveals His Welcome to the NBA Moment

Bronny James was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. They brought him in to make his dad, 21-time All-Star Lakers forward LeBron James, happy, but also because they think he can be a rotation player at some point.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 9

NBA Insider Names The One Move That Would Make Lakers A Top-Tier Contender

On a recent episode of his Hoops Tonight podcast, NBA insider Jason Timpf delivered a bold take on what could instantly elevate the Los Angeles Lakers from a strong playoff team to a genuine championship contender trading for Andrew Wiggins.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 9

Luka Doncic Shines For Slovenia In First EuroBasket Exhibition Game

The Los Angeles Lakers have to be considered one of the big winners of the offseason as they inked Luka Doncic to a three-year extension, ensuring the superstar remains in the purple and gold for the foreseeable future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 9

Lakers can't repeat LeBron James-era mistakes with Luka Doncic

If the Lakers are to maximize Doncic's prime, they must avoid repeating the mistakes that have defined much of LeBron James’ tenure in Los Angeles.

Just how much weight Luka Doncic has lost this summer is revealed

Lakers assistant hints at a bigger role for Bronny James

Lakers could have another undrafted gem on their hands

Former Lakers forward joining rival team as assistant coach

Celtics' latest move highlights the team's focus on continuity

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 8

Luka Doncic Discusses What He Learned While Taking Break From Basketball

One of the more interesting notes of the complete physical transformation undergone by Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic was the fact that he did not touch a basketball for an entire month while focusing solely on his body and getting into excellent shape.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 8

Lakers Insider Suggests Bold Change for Starting Lineup

The Lakers’ starting lineup will already look different with Deandre Ayton at center, but one insider has proposed an intriguing change that leans into the team’s defensive identity.