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Lakers' Luka Doncic, Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick Hold Private Meeting

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2024-25 season ended in spectacularly disappointing fashion on Wednesday, when the club couldn't capitalize on the Minnesota Timberwolves missing 40 triple tries to extend their first round playoff series beyond an eventual 103-96 Game 5 Minnesota victory.

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Magic Johnson Congratulates Timberwolves For Beating Lakers In 2025 NBA Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers were riding high entering the 2025 NBA Playoffs, securing the third seed in a loaded Western Conference after acquiring Luka Doncic at the trade deadline.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz

How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA's active block leaders' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers made in every NBA season since 1979-80' quiz

The '2023-24 NBA free throw leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 3

Uncertainty About Luka Doncic’s Long-Term Status Led To Keeping 2031 First-Round Pick In Trade

The second half of the 2024-25 season was a whirlwind for Luka Doncic, who was unexpectedly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, a stunning move that still seems surreal.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 3

Skip Bayless responds to LeBron James’ MCL injury news, ‘nearly every time…’

Skip Bayless continued to question the legitimacy of LeBron James’ injury after news broke of an MCL strain. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are bracing themselves for the offseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 3

Lakers Focused on Future with Luka Doncic Decision Looming; JJ Redick Backed Despite Playoff Exit

Luka Doncic’s next move could shape the Lakers’ next decade — or at least the next few years. Doncic, acquired in a blockbuster deal at the trade deadline, will become extension-eligible this summer and has several contract options on the table.

Rob Pelinka News / Lakers Nation / May 3

Rob Pelinka Focused On Adding To Defensive Core On Wing During Offseason

After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, the Los Angeles Lakers head into a crucial offseason as they must find ways to add to a roster that was clearly outplayed in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 3

Important Dates To Look Forward to for The Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated on Wednesday, April 30, after a brutal loss to the Wolves at Crypto.com Arena, leaving the team looking forward to the off-season.

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The 'Most points scored in Game 7 of an NBA playoff series' quiz

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The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 25/5/5 with five threes in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

Rich Paul defends Lakers HC JJ Redick’s controversial Game 4 lineup decision

On the heels of a first-round exit, the Los Angeles Lakers fanbase and others had questions. Most notably, the Lakers’ concerns were thrown at head coach JJ Redick.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 3

Luka Dončić ‘widely expected’ to sign long-term contract with Lakers

The Lakers and Luka Dončić look to be set for a long-term partnership as the superstar is expected to commit to the franchise for years to come. When the Lakers traded for Luka Dončić, they did so without any assurances that he would be committed to the franchise long-term.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 3

Trey Jemison comments showed exactly what LA Lakers missed against Rudy Gobert, roster move error showed up

Trey Jemison already knew what the Los Angeles Lakers needed against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 2024-25 NBA season was full of ups and downs for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 3

LeBron James Won’t Sway Luka Doncic’s Extension Decision With Lakers

Luka Doncic’s 2024-25 season was a rollercoaster to say the least as he was dealt to the Los Angeles Lakers at the trade deadline, a move that no one on the outside knew about.

LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 3

LeBron James Contract Situation Could Be Disastrous For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have a massive summer in front of them after their season ended on Wednesday night at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. L.A., who entered this series as the favorites, was beaten down by a much more physical, athletic, and younger team across the board.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3

JJ Redick may have the same complaint about Luka Doncic as Mavs had

Was player conditioning — specifically that of superstar Luke Doncic — to blame for the Los Angeles Lakers’ early playoff exit? Following the team’s 4-1 first-round series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, head coach JJ Redick echoed the reported concerns about Doncic that led to his surprise trade from the Dallas Mavericks earlier this season.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 3

Austin Reaves Dealt With Left Big Toe Sprain During Playoffs

Heading into postseason play, the Los Angeles Lakers had lofty expectations with a three-headed monster in Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 3

5 Players Who Could Leave The Los Angeles Lakers In 2025 Offseason

After getting bounced in five games by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, a series where Rudy Gobert looked like Wilt Chamberlain on the glass

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 3

NBA Insider Names $97 Million Center as Lakers' High-End Summer Trade Target

The Los Angeles Lakers tried to land a big man to complement Luka Doncic ahead of the NBA's February trade deadline, and they had a deal done for Mark

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 3