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Lakers Reporter Makes Honest Bronny James Statement

Bronny James got a lot of attention during his rookie season. The former USC guard averaged 2.3 points per contest while shooting 31.3% from the field and 28.1% from the three-point range in 27 NBA games (with limited playing time).

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Inspired by Kobe Bryant’s Desire to Improve, Shannon Brown Opens Up on Learning From the ‘Black Mamba’

Being a teammate to Kobe Bryant was a dream that only a few select NBA players got to experience. Shannon Brown was one of those guys. The now-retired star won two rings with the Black Mamba in 2009 and 2010 as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, an experience he remembers fondly.

LeBron James News / The SportsRush / May 15

'All in My Ribcage': 2x NBA Champion Recalls Facing LeBron James in Painful Welcome to the NBA Moment

Every professional basketball player experiences their welcome to the NBA moment at some point or another. It’s an essential point that every player goes through where they’re reminded just how different things are now that they’re in the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 15

Lakers Have $5.7 Million And Minimal Trade Assets To Improve The Roster This Summer

With LeBron James and Luka Doncic set to return next season, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to do everything in their power to upgrade the supporting cast.

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The 'Most points in an NBA playoff game for each franchise' quiz

How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most triple-doubles in NBA playoff history' quiz

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

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / May 15

Lakers Unlikely to Move On From Beloved Young Star, Per Insider

Turn off the trade simulators and stop working on those jersey swaps. Laker fans can breathe a sigh of relief when it comes to Austin Reaves’ standing within the organization.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15

Bronny James Could Make Lakers Rotation Next Season: Report

The Los Angeles Lakers are in line for a busy offseason, making their potential rotation next year wide open. The franchise has had some second-round picks burst onto the scene in recent years, such as Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Lakers Star Reportedly Recovering From 'Serious' Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs in five games despite having superstars LeBron James

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / May 15

Report: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Recovering From Serious Injury

According to Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is still recovering from a serious toe injury. Reaves wasn’t healthy during the 2025 playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Carmelo Anthony's Former Teammate Makes Bold LeBron James Prediction

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James (40) is the oldest active player in the NBA, but you wouldn't know it by watching him play. James appeared in 70 games for the Lakers during the 2024-25 regular season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 15

Nick Wright Floats Idea Of Cavs Trading For LeBron James This Summer

Nick Wright of Fox Sports was a guest on The Dan Patrick Show and the sports analyst floated the idea of the Cleveland Cavaliers trading for LeBron James this summer. James, of course, has played for the Cavaliers twice.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / May 15

Charles Oakley Makes Luka Doncic Prediction While Endorsing Adam Silver’s USA vs. World Format to Save NBA All-Star Game

The All-Star Game has been struggling to entice viewers for years. It has become an excuse to try absolutely anything, and fans have been missing the old-school days of competition between the best of the best.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 15

Potential Trade Interest In Raptors Center Jakob Poeltl

The Los Angeles Lakers’ need to upgrade the center position this offseason is well known, especially after being dominated in the paint in the playoffs.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15

Lakers Only Have One Path to Landing Giannis Antetokounmpo

To hear one pundit break it down, the Los Angeles Lakers have just one trade route available for acquiring nine-time All-Star Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 15

Austin Reaves Would Only Be Traded For ‘Foundationally Important’ Piece

The Los Angeles Lakers’ front office has some work to do this offseason in improving this roster into a true championship contender. The question is how they will go about doing so and if making a trade is a route they will explore, the most attractive piece the Lakers have is guard Austin Reaves.

Bronny James News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 15

What were your favorite moments of Bronny James season?

As part of our season review series, let’s look back on the best moments of Bronny James’ season. As we review the season of every player for the Lakers, we’ll also take a daily look at the moments, games and quotes that fans enjoyed most from this season.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15

Magic Johnson Makes Pitch for Kevin Durant to Join Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers will look to make some noise next season after a disappointing end to the 2024-25 season. The Western Conference will be a bloodbath yet again, but the Lakers will do all they can to ensure they're in the thick of things next season and beyond.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 15

JJ Redick Wants To Bring Out Best Version Of Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers’ trade for Luka Doncic was one of the most seismic deals in the history of the NBA and completely changed the fortunes of their franchise.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / May 15

Lakers Throwing Shade at Luka With New Conditioning Coach Posting

In what seems like an unreal job description, the Los Angeles Lakers have posted an ad on Teamworkonline looking for a conditioning coach. While it is not unusual for teams to look for strength and conditioning coaches online, the job description is what makes the post so unbelievable.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 14