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Former Lakers Champion Robert Horry Slams JJ Redick’s 'Championship Shape' Comment

The Los Angeles Lakers season ended abruptly last week when the Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated them in the first round of the playoffs. More Lakers news: Giannis Antetokounmpo Linked To Los Angeles Amid Future Uncertainty It was an unexpected first-round exit by the Lakers, who were projected to make a playoff run.

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Rich Paul Sends Message on Lakers' Decision After Luka Doncic Move

Since the blockbuster deal on Feb. 1 that sent Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, all eyes have been on the two franchises to see who won the trade.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 6

Austin Reaves, Luka Dončić , LeBron James excited to ‘grow together’ moving forward

Despite an early playoff exit, the Lakers still have confidence in the trio of LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. After winning just one playoff game this postseason, Lakerland hasn’t had a lot of optimism.

Rob Pelinka News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 6

Lakers' Rob Pelinka Snubbed for Executive of the Year Honor

Despite pulling off the most shocking trade perhaps in league history, Los Angeles Lakers team president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka was overlooked in Executive of the Year voting this season.

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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 6

NBA Playoffs: Warriors-Timberwolves Second-Round Preview

After a thrilling first-round series against the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors have only had a few days to prepare for their second round matchup, the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?

Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6

Austin Reaves-Nic Claxton offseason trade proposal between Lakers, Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers trade for Luka Doncic was one of the biggest fleeces in NBA history, and that remains the case even after the team lost in the first round of the playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 6

NBA champion center proposes ideal big man that the LA Lakers may pursue in the 2025 offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers will approach the 2025 offseason with an utmost urgency. Right after their season was pounded to dust by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a humiliating first-round upset in the NBA Playoffs, the purple and gold are determined to retool and run things back.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 6

Former Lakers Guard Russell Westbrook Seemingly Shades LeBron James

Future Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook spent a brief, ill-fated year-and-a-half with his hometown Los Angeles Lakers, a tenure that did not yield too many highlight reel-worthy clips.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Lakers Nation / May 6

‘Rumblings’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Could Be Interested In Trade To L.A.

The Los Angeles Lakers are going to need to make moves this offseason in order to build a contender around Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / May 6

Stephen A. Smith Wants LeBron James to Take Luka Doncic’s Contract Responsibility

Following the Lakers’ premature first-round exit from the NBA Playoffs, many concerns remain about their future. General manager Rob Pelinka completed a remarkable deal to acquire Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 6

Luka Doncic ‘Fully Committed’ & Expected To Sign Extension This Summer

The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off the blockbuster of all blockbuster trades earlier this season as they acquired superstar guard Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.

Rob Pelinka News / Lakers Nation / May 6

Rob Pelinka Finishes Sixth In NBA Executive Of The Year Voting

Los Angeles Lakers President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka has come under a lot of scrutiny over the years for some of the moves he’s made.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 6

Lakers Named Prime Landing Spot For Former No. 1 Overall Pick

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for center relief after Jaxson Hayes struggled during the playoffs, and the team's overall lack of big men has noticeably hurt them.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6

Did Russell Westbrook admit to ghosting Lakers’ LeBron James after Met Gala question?

Monday night was a busy day in pop culture, with the playoffs in the NBA and the NHL in high gear and the Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City also taking place.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / May 6

JJ Redick Finishes Sixth In NBA Coach Of The Year Voting

Coming into this season, arguably the biggest question surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers was how new head coach JJ Redick would perform. A big deal was made about the fact that Redick had never been a head coach at any level prior to the Lakers hiring him and stepping into the role with a franchise like L.A.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 6

Lakers Insider Gives Blunt Update on Austin Reaves' Future

The Los Angeles Lakers have a long offseason ahead of them after a first round exit from the playoffs at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. After losing in five, there are many questions about the team's depth and defense to be answered in the coming months, and a few surrounding Austin Reaves' future role with the team.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / May 6

Rui Hachimura Feels Lakers Need To Add Size & Rebounding

Rui Hachimura turned in his best overall campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024-25 season, becoming a reliable 3-point shooter and showing an increased sense of urgency on the glass.

Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / May 6

Doug Gottlieb calls out LeBron James for using knee injury to miss Met Gala

Doug Gottlieb, of Fox Sports radio and Wisconsin-Green Bay head coaching fame, called out LeBron James for missing the Met Gala. More specifically, Gottlieb rolled his eyes at James missing the event due to his knee injury suffered in the NBA Playoffs.

J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / May 6

Former Laker Robert Horry Calls Out JJ Redick Over 'Championship Shape' Comments

The Los Angeles Lakers were surprisingly dumped out of the 2025 NBA Playoffs in five games in the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the aftermath, head coach JJ Redick stated that Lakers players needed to get into "championship shape" in the offseason, and Robert Horry called him out for that on Nightcap.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / May 6

Carmelo Anthony Revealing Kobe Bryant’s Hatred For JJ Redick Resurfaces

If you ever needed to hear a story about Kobe Bryant’s competitive spirit, Carmelo Anthony has just the tale for you. Melo spoke about The Black Mamba during a 2024 edition of his 7 PM in Brooklyn podcast.

J.J. Redick News / Athlon Sports / May 5

JJ Redick’s Ranking in NBA Voting Catches Attention

Despite falling short of an NBA title, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to form under first-year head coach JJ Redick. L.A. surged to a 50-32 mark, claimed its first Pacific Division crown since 2020, and wrested the No.

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.

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / May 5

LeBron James confirms knee injury, benches himself for Met Gala

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James said he will be unable to attend Monday night's Met Gala due to a knee injury that he sustained last week. James previously was announced as honorary chair for the iconic fashion event that serves as a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.