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Jonathan Kuminga News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 23
Lakers ‘keep calling’ about Jonathan Kuminga 
From the moment the Hawks declined their team option for Jonathan Kuminga, he was linked to the Lakers. LA lacks forwards with LeBron James and Rui Hachimura gone, making Kuminga a great option at the wing position.
Matisse Thybulle News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 23
Lakers Receive Promising Update on Potential Summer Steal Matisse Thybulle
Before the Los Angeles Lakers signed Summer League standout Arthur Kaluma to a two-way contract and waived Peter Suder, the team made the move to bring in defensive-minded guard Matisse Thybulle on a one-year deal for the veteran minimum.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 23
Lakers ‘Keep Calling’ Jonathan Kuminga With Intriguing Pitch
After acquiring center Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz earlier this month, the Los Angeles Lakers wasted no time in filling out the rest of the roster, especially with LeBron James letting the team know that he intends to play elsewhere next season.
The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least 250 triples in one campaign can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 23
Source close to LeBron James: ‘I’m not even sure LeBron knows’ where he’s going
Perhaps everyone trying to figure out where LeBron James will play next season can stop trying. LeBron himself may not know. That’s the latest wrinkle in an NBA free agency that has now stretched into its fourth week, with James still unsigned and seemingly everyone around the league waiting for an answer.
The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars
At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / July 23
LeBron James may still have 1 specific career goal in mind
As LeBron James’ free agency drags on, speculation continues over where he will go and how long he will stay there. A new piece of evidence suggests it might not just be for one year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / July 23
Kendrick Perkins Makes Candid Claim on LeBron James’ NBA Impact Amidst Pending Free Agency Decision
Former NBA champion and analyst Kendrick Perkins has made a positive claim about NBA legend LeBron James amid his stall in making a decision on which team to join for the 2026-27 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 23
Lonzo Ball Recalls Wild Lakers Film Session Involving Julius Randle
In the mid-to-late-2010s, the Los Angeles Lakers began building up their roster with a number of outstanding draft picks. The likes of Lonzo Ball, Julius Randle, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Josh Hart and others gave the Lakers one of the most promising and talent-laden cores in the NBA at that time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 23
2 free agent Lakers 2026 Summer League stars who could make roster
NBA Summer League is over for the Los Angeles Lakers, and while it did not yield a championship, it was still a major success for the organization. Second-year wing Adou Thiero and rookie guard Cameron Carr showed tremendous promise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 23
'At a Dramatic Talent Disadvantage': Analyst Reveals Rob Pelinka’s Failure to Fill LeBron James’ Void Amid Lakers Return Idea
The Los Angeles Lakers have reshaped almost everything this offseason after LeBron James’ departure. Rob Pelinka added Quentin Grimes, Walker Kessler, and NBA champion Kevon Looney on a one-year $3.9 million veteran minimum deal, building impressive depth.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 23
Shams Charania's comments counter LeBron James report on roster moves
NBA teams, the media and fans continue to wait for James to make up his mind on his next team.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 23
Kyle Kuzma Names LeBron James & Rajon Rondo As Most Influential Teammates
The 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers that won a championship boasted one of the deepest rosters in recent seasons. LeBron James and Anthony Davis led the way,
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 23
LeBron James not waiting on Anthony Davis, per insider
With rumors continuing to surround LeBron James regarding his free agency decision this offseason, there has been some speculation about whether the star is waiting for another big news item to drop, like with Washington Wizards’ Anthony Davis.
Matisse Thybulle News / Lakers Nation / July 23
Matisse Thybulle ‘Fully Healthy’ This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers’ latest signing has the potential to be an extremely impactful one in wing Matisse Thybulle. He has proven himself to be one of the best perimeter defenders in the league since he entered the NBA and is a two-time Second Team All-Defense selection.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23
Warriors have a 'boring' Plan B for their LeBron James pursuit
The Golden State Warriors are one of the few teams with a legitimate shot at landing LeBron James. However, fans might not love their plans if they miss out on James.
Cameron Carr News / The Lead / July 23
What Cameron Carr Must Do to Translate Summer League Success to Lakers
Luka Dončić and the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to make a splash in the 2026-27 season, especially after their recent free agency signings. That said, the franchise’s recent first-round pick, Cameron Carr, could be the key to how successful L.A.
Quentin Grimes News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 23
Quentin Grimes wants to be a leader defensively for Lakers
Though still early in his career, Quentin Grimes is not a player who has been known for his defense. Quite the opposite, actually. Grimes’ offense is predominantly what got him his big four-year contract this summer from the Lakers.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 23
How Lakers’ $130 million Walker Kessler deal could influence Pistons’ Jalen Duren dilemma
After the Los Angeles Lakers inked Walker Kessler to a $130 million deal, it could influence the Detroit Pistons’ Jalen Duren extension. Duren and the Pistons are at a standstill amid contract negotiations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23
Bronny James has a telling response to LeBron's potential signing with Warriors
It's been three weeks since the start of NBA free agency, and there's still no word on LeBron James' future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 23
Austin Reaves Happy To Have Walker Kessler On Lakers
The biggest acquisition the Los Angeles Lakers made this offseason was executing a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz for center Walker Kessler. The deal cost the Lakers the majority of their draft capital, but the team believes they have found the ideal center to pair with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / July 20
Jonathan Kuminga gets bad news about potential Lakers move
Not so long ago, scouts projected Kuminga as one of the most promising young players in the game.
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