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Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / June 21

Reminiscing Iconic Moment With LeBron James and Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade Signs a Banana Boat

NBA fans love their superteams. But sometimes, the best teams aren’t built on the hardwood. Take the Banana Boat Crew, for example. Dwyane Wade and his wife Gabrielle Union went on a vacation in 2015.

Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / June 21

Gilbert Arenas Opens Up on Kobe Bryant Disrespect, Blames Ring Culture for Lakers Legends Fallout With Shaquille O’Neal

A hot topic over the last several days in the NBA is the conversation about ring culture. In other words, there is a narrative that just because a certain player never won a ring, it means that they are not a Hall of Famer or a legend.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 20

Lakers Expected To Add Veteran Big Man And Re-Sign Two Key Players In Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to have a busy offseason as they aim to become serious title contenders in the 2025-26 season. With free agency starting just over a week from now on June 30, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus has put out his predictions for the Lakers' 2025 free agency class.

Pascal Siakam News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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How many of the 31 active NBA players to record a double-double in the NBA Finals can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Colin Cowherd Levels Lakers' LeBron James Over Ring Culture Take

LeBron James made waves when he dissed ring culture talk in the NBA lexicon. He seemed to think that people talk about how many championships players have won too much.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Former NBA Exec Reveals 'Most Amazing Thing' About LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has a player option worth $52.6 million for next season. The leading scorer in NBA history turns 41 in December. He's the oldest active player in the league. James played in 70 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 8.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.6 blocks per game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / June 20

Five-Time NBA All-Star Weighs In On Latest LeBron James Hot Topic

LeBron James has often created controversy with comments off the basketball court. The latest was his appearance on the Mind The Game podcast with Hall of Famer Steve Nash.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 20

Stephen A. Smith Admits He & LeBron James Don’t Like Each Other

One of the most shocking and unexpected moments of this season came when Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James confronted ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith at Crypto.com Arena during a game versus the New York Knicks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Austin Reaves Doesn't Hold Back on His Fit With Luka Doncic on Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in February, pairing the five-time All-Star with NBA legend LeBron James and talented undrafted guard Austin Reaves. Behind Doncic, James and Reaves, the Lakers finished this season in third place in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Lakers Predicted to Land $45 Million Big Man

The Los Angeles Lakers are predicted to land veteran center Clint Capela, per Bleacher Report, who is expected to leave Atlanta this summer, as they seek

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Former Lakers Star Metta World Peace Reacts to LeBron James' Defense Comments

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James recently complimented former Lakers forward Metta World Peace and the defense that he used to play in his career.

Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / June 20

Trade Talks For Walker Kessler Have Not Reached ‘Serious Stages’

It is very well known that the Los Angeles Lakers are in the market for a center this offseason. In fact, the team has been looking for a big man even before they traded for Luka Doncic in February and one name that has come up numerous times is Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Multiple NBA Executives Believe Lakers Sale Will Correct Team's Biggest Issue

There is no doubt that the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most popular sports teams in the world. But the franchise has built its brand while under the ownership of the Buss family for nearly half a century.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 20

Lakers star LeBron James’ post-retirement plans linked to Amazon

Much has been made about what LeBron James will do when he ultimately retires after a legendary NBA career, and while owning a franchise is likely at the top of his wishlist, James is well-connected if he pursues a post-retirement media career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 20

LeBron James Could Join Amazon Prime Video NBA Coverage After Retirement

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is one of the biggest superstars to ever step foot on an NBA floor. Not only that, but he has also already built up an expansive empire off the court that has its toes in a number of different ventures throughout the business and entertainment worlds.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Jeanie Buss Escapes Big Lakers Crisis After $10 Billion Sale

The Buss family — owners of the Los Angeles Lakers since the late Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the team in 1979 — has agreed to sell its majority stake in the franchise at a record $10 billion valuation, making this the most expensive sale of a U.S.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Lakers Legend Vlade Divac Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Motorcycle Crash

Vlade Divac was recently involved in a motorcycle crash that required him to have surgery to repair his injuries. In fact, it was emergency surgery to help fix his hip.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 20

Austin Reaves Discusses Roster Fit With Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers have one of the most offensively talented backcourts in the NBA in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Some were unsure how the two would pair together, but they proved they can work together perfectly fine as both are high IQ players who can dribble pass and shoot at a high level.

Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Update emerges on Austin Reaves’ future with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are undergoing a lot of changes right now, but Austin Reaves’ continued place on the roster isn’t likely to be one of them. The

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 19

Luka Doncic Reacts To Lakers Ownership Sale

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Buss family is entering an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion. Jeanie Buss, though, will continue to serve in her role as Governor after the sale.

Jeanie Buss News / Yardbarker / June 19

Lakers sale is good for Buss family and team's fans

The Lakers shocked the entire sports world for the second time this calendar year by executing the highest sale ever for a North America-based professional sports franchise.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 19

LeBron James is mad at the 'ring culture' he helped foster

No other player has contributed more to the NBA's ring culture than James.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 18

Lakers' desperation remains their biggest weakness

It's no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are looking for a new center. Luka Doncic has thrived when sharing the court with an athletic rim-runner, therefore, general manager Rob Pelinka has a clear goal this summer.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19