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Brook Lopez News / Fastbreak on SI / May 9
Reunion The Los Angeles Lakers Must Consider This Summer
Brook Lopez is coming off his 17th NBA season (and seventh with the Milwaukee Bucks). The 2021 NBA Champion finished the year with averages of 13.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.9 blocks per contest while shooting 50.9% from the field and 37.3% from the three-point range in 80 games.
The 'Most points in the 2022-23 NBA playoffs' quiz
During the 2022-23 NBA playoffs, 32 players scored 200 or more points. How many can you name in five minutes?
Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 8
Lakers Trade Rumors: LA Could Move Rui Hachimura to Land Center
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a season in which they went from zero real expectations to a ton. It changed overnight, and so did their fortunes for long-term success when they traded for superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 8
Rob Pelinka says level of confidence in JJ Redick ‘couldn’t be higher’ after first year with Lakers 
The Lakers didn’t have the finish they wanted, but that hasn’t changed Rob Pelinka’s view on JJ Redick. It’s hard to consider a season in which the Lakers flamed out in the first round a success, but it was.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / May 8
LeBron James Praises Anthony Edwards For Taking The Next Step Into Superstardom
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the 2025 NBA Postseason in five games, losing to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 8
‘I sense a trade’… LA Lakers chasing replacements for Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell, claims expert
The Lakers need to make roster moves around Luka Doncic and LeBron James. An NBA expert says he senses a trade in the team’s future. An anticlimactic end to the season has sort of dampened expectations around the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
LeBron James tries to explain Lakers' embarrassing playoff exit
LeBron James offered his own explanation for why his Los Angeles Lakers fell so early.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 8
LA Lakers star with uncertain future already pictured back on the court after elimination
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone away to lick their wounds after being battered by a physical Minnesota Timberwolves side and one player with an uncertain future is already locked in.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 8
LeBron James Opens Up About JJ Redick Playing Same 5 Players For Entire Second Half Of Lakers-Timberwolves Game 4
During Game 4 of the Los Angeles Lakers-Minnesota Timberwolves series, Lakers head coach JJ Redick played Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, LeBron James, Dorian
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 8
Austin Reaves Contract Situation Could Force Lakers to Trade Him
The Los Angeles Lakers have a ton of decisions to make as the summer approaches. L.A.'s season ended abruptly by a much tougher and more physical Minnesota Timberwolves squad.
Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / May 8
Shaquille O’Neal Unexpectedly Credits His 3 Lakers Championships With Kobe Bryant to Ballet
The Los Angeles Lakers’ iconic three-peat during the early 2000s was historic for many reasons. Arguably at the top of that list is the sheer dominant performances from Shaquille O’Neal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / May 8
Six Lakers Eligible for Extensions This Summer
While the world waits for news on LeBron James’ future in the NBA, a number of Lakers will become eligible for extensions this offseason. Here’s a look at those six, along with the kinds of paydays some could receive.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 8
NBA Rewind: Derrick Rose stuns LeBron James, Cavaliers with game-winning three
On May 8, 2015, Rose and the Chicago Bulls found themselves matched up with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Dalton Knecht News / Lakers Nation / May 8
Dalton Knecht Discusses What He Learned In ‘Crazy’ Rookie Season
Dalton Knecht was a surprise pick for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024 NBA Draft as he was touted as a sure-fire lottery pick before falling down the board to No.
Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / May 8
Lakers Could Pay Austin Reaves $42.5 Million Per Year If He Rejects Extension: Too Much For Role Player?
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a complicated position regarding their young star, Austin Reaves. The guard is due to sign a contract extension in next year's offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / May 8
Los Angeles Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Didn’t Have a Problem With JJ Redick’s Decision In Game 5
The Los Angeles Lakers had a short stint in the 2025 NBA playoffs after being eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round. One of the players who didn’t get enough exposure in the postseason for the Lakers was Jaxson Hayes.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Lakers Nation / May 7
Dorian Finney-Smith Hasn’t Thought About Player Option
Dorian Finney-Smith was essential in helping turn around the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024-25 season. While the Luka Doncic trade — for good reason
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Report: Luka Doncic ‘Fully Committed’ To Lakers
According to Tim MacMahon of ESPN, Luka Doncic is “fully committed” to the Los Angeles Lakers. Los Angeles can sign Doncic to a four-year, $229 million contract in August.
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