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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 3
Why LA Lakers replacing Dorian Finney-Smith with Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia is a masterstroke
The Los Angeles Lakers allowing Dorian Finney-Smith to leave as a free agent was a heavily criticized decision. After all, the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Dorian Finney-Smith in exchange for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second-round draft picks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 3
LA Lakers have ‘alien’ player who ‘continues to amaze me’, says James Worthy
The LA Lakers are blessed with a talented roster, but one player stands out above the rest to James Worthy. The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot going on right now.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 3
Luka Doncic Sends Seven-Word Message to Kyrie Irving on Thursday
The Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks have experienced very different outcomes since the trade deadline deal that sent Luka Doncic to L.A. The Lakers, with their new duo of Doncic and LeBron James, were able to move up to the No.
The 'Leading scorer by NBA franchise' quiz
How many of the all-time leading scorers for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Jaxson Hayes News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3
Lakers surprisingly bring back once-unhappy player
One Los Angeles Lakers player is putting his ego aside and returning to the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 3
Lakers Solve Backup Center Problem with Familiar Face
The Lakers are bringing back one of their own in free agency, re-signing center Jaxson Hayes to a one-year, $3 million deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3
Skip Bayless questions LeBron James’ 2025-26 motivations with Lakers
Skip Bayless had critiques towards Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James picking up his player option for next season. James picked up his option for the 2025-26 NBA season, which will have him earn $52.6 million throughout the year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 3
Jaxson Hayes has 'de facto' no-trade clause with Lakers
Hayes appeared in 56 games for the Lakers last season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 3
Paul Pierce makes wild claim about his NBA career after LeBron James' comments
LeBron James recently had high praise for Kevin Durant that caught Paul Pierce's attention.
Jaxson Hayes News / Hoops Rumors / July 3
Lakers agree to one-year deal with former first-round pick, get insurance at center
The former eighth overall pick took on an increased role during the second half of last season.
Jaxson Hayes News / Hoops Wire / July 3
Lakers Re-Sign Jaxson Hayes
The Los Angeles Lakers have re-signed Jaxson Hayes. Hayes started for the Lakers last season at center after Anthony Davis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in the Luka Doncic deal. Hayes will come off the bench next season, as the Lakers signed Deandre Ayton to be their starter. Hayes appeared in 56 games for the Lakers last season.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / July 3
Jaxson Hayes Re-Signs On One-Year Contract
With NBA free agency officially underway, all eyes will be on the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to improve the roster ahead of a pivotal 2025-26 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 3
Bill Simmons predicts LA Lakers ‘soap opera’ season after Deandre Ayton signing
Bill Simmons isn’t feeling as optimistic about the LA Lakers’ future after they signed Deandre Ayton. The Los Angeles Lakers finally landed the center they’ve been looking for.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 3
Lakers Top Draft Pick Out for Summer League With Injury
This year, the Los Angeles Lakers only had one draft pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. They traded up 10 spots to go from the No. 55 pick to grab the No. 45 pick.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / July 3
LeBron James And The Lakers Are Drifting Apart After Seven Years Together
When LeBron James first signed with the Lakers in 2018, he likely imagined it would be the final stop of his NBA career. But after seven seasons with the Purple and Gold, it seems the relationship between LeBron and the Lakers organization has deteriorated beyond what anyone thought possible.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 3
Lakers Unlikely to Land Star Big Man Due to High Cost: Report
The Los Angeles Lakers have needed a center for most of the offseason. They got one when they were able to sign Deandre Ayton to a two-year deal on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / July 3
Luka Doncic Reacts to Lakers Signing 7-Foot Center DeAndre Ayton
The Los Angeles Lakers adding what many believe to be the key piece their 2024 roster was missing to make an NBA Finals run when they signed 7-foot center DeAndre Ayton to a two-year, $16.6 million deal on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 3
Rumor: LeBron James, Austin Reaves Don’t Like Playing With Luka Doncic, Lakers Want To Move On From LeBron
According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7, LeBron James and Austin Reaves don’t like playing with Luka Doncic. Gambadoro is also reporting that the Los Angeles Lakers want to move on from James, who has a no-trade clause in his contract. The Lakers acquired Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 3
Austin Reaves Refutes Report He Doesn’t Enjoy Playing With Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers front office is currently focused on putting a roster around Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves that can compete for a championship, and that started with the center position.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / FirstSportz / July 3
3 Ways Lakers Could Lose More By Letting Dorian Finney-Smith Walk
Exiting the 2025 playoffs in the 1st round was embarrassing for the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans and analysts pointed out that LeBron James and Luka Doncic needed help inside the paint.
Los Angeles Lakers News / BasketballNews.com / July 3
Lakers land Deandre Ayton in two-year deal after Blazers buyout
Fresh off a contract buyout with Portland, free-agent center Deandre Ayton has agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, which includes a player option for the second season, sources reported via Shams Charania and ESPN.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3
Two notable ex-Lakers figures could join Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers-Dallas Mavericks pipeline could be getting even stronger.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 3
Bronny James discusses mindset amid LeBron James' uncertain future with Lakers
Bronny opened up about his mindset as rumors swirl regarding his father's future in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 2
Somebody needs to save LeBron James from the Lakers
LeBron James recently exercised the $52M player option on his contract. He will return to the Lakers for the 2025-26 season. Yet, for the first time in his illustrious career, James is going into a season where he's not the marquee name on the roster.
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