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LeBron James Makes Blunt Admission About Coaching in Future

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been engaged in off-season activities for over six weeks now following his team's first-round playoff exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Watch: LeBron James Shuts Downs Possibility Of Becoming Head Coach

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will go down as one of the smartest basketball players to ever play in the NBA because he has shown throughout his career there’s no problem he can’t solve.

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These athletes pulled off shockingly successful careers in entertainment

Forget retirement! These legendary athletes traded their playbooks for scripts and microphones.

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The 'Most points in a quarter of an NBA Finals game' quiz

A player has scored 15 or more points in a single quarter of an NBA Finals game on 36 occasions. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

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Jaxson Hayes News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 16

Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Named Target of Surprising Rival

The Los Angeles Lakers could look like an entirely different team by the time the 2025-26 season rolls around. The expectation surrounding the Lakers is that they will make one or two big moves to bolster their roster.

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20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason

This summer has the chance to be one of the wildest ones in recent memory as some of the biggest names in basketball are on the trade market this offseason.

Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / June 16

‘Remain Intrigued’ By Jazz Center Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers have been on the search for a quality starting center for a couple years now and have had their eyes on several targets in that span.

Mark Williams News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 16

Could the Lakers try to trade for Mark Williams again?

After their saga at the trade deadline this season, could the Lakers and Hornets agree to a Mark Williams trade again? With the need for a center being the big, looming question over the summer for the Lakers, we’ll be taking a look at a number of potential targets, both via free agency or trade.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / June 16

Austin Reaves Wants To Play Entire Career With Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has rapidly ascended from undrafted free agent to bonafide third option and one of the best in the league in that regard in just four seasons.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 16

Lakers Insider Reveals Realistic Path For Center Upgrade

It's no secret the Los Angeles Lakers will be gearing up to acquire a starter-level center in the offseason. The Jaxson Hayes-Alex Len duo was not good enough during a first round playoff exit versus the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 16

What happens if the Lakers strike out in free agency, trades this summer?

While there’s much optimism and excitement about the Lakers heading into the offseason, where does the team go if they strike out this summer? The Lakers have a huge offseason ahead of them.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 16

Lakers Could Bring Back Former Draft Pick to Bolster Roster

Could an old friend be on his way back to Los Angeles to help head coach JJ Redick, Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and the rest of the Lakers?

Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / June 16

Former Tennessee Vols standout Dalton Knecht makes strong statement about his future with the Los Angeles Lakers

Former Tennessee Vols standout Dalton Knecht had an eventful rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Knecht, a first round selection by the Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 16

Paul Pierce Saw Michael Jordan’s Reflection When Matching Up With Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers to five NBA championships during his Hall of Fame playing career that spanned two decades. Bryant guided the Lakers to three consecutive NBA Finals appearances from 2008-2010, which included two matchups against the rival Boston Celtics.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / June 16

Dwyane Wade 'Loves' LeBron James For Marketing His ‘Doesn’t Read Books’ Meme

LeBron James has been in the NBA for over two decades. During that amazingly long career, he’s had his fair share of embarrassing moments. A few of those have come on the court, from his 2011 Finals collapse to his sudden penchant for wearing Wendell Carter Jr.’s sports goggles, but many more have been off the court.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / June 16

Sports Analyst Dubbed Trade For 6-Time Champ As One Of Worst In NBA History

The Los Angeles Lakers were the team of the 1980s. They won five NBA titles in the decade. A big reason was because of the heist they pulled off in 1975.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Luka Doncic Left Speechless by Lakers' Message

It has been a whirlwind past few months for Luka Doncic. In February, the five-time All-Star suddenly saw his career take a massive and totally unexpected

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / June 16

Tony Allen Calls Out People Questioning LeBron James’ Bag

Despite his age, LeBron James can still do anything and everything on the basketball court, which is why the Los Angeles Lakers are in position to compete for a title next year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / June 16

Dwyane Wade Admits To Postponing His 2006 Title Celebration To Flex On LeBron James And Carmelo Anthony In Cleveland

LeBron James may be the most recognizable name from the 2003 draft class, but the class as a whole is still considered one of the most culturally impactful in NBA history.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 16

LeBron James threatens to make next season all about him

James has faced accusations of being a diva and an attention-seeker in the past. It's only fitting that his potential final NBA season, likely in 2025-26, may further validate those claims.

ESPN hoping to hire LeBron James as analyst after retirement

LeBron James posts 8-word message about Caitlin Clark

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