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On YouTubeAustin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 9
Austin Reaves Unlikely To Be Traded This Offseason
There is no denying that Austin Reaves struggled in the Los Angeles Lakers’ first round series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The guard shot just 41.1% from the field and 31.9% from 3-point range while having nearly as many turnovers as assists.
Former NBA Guard Thinks Lakers' LeBron James Will Team With Anthony Davis Again
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a big offseason following a tough postseason exit. Despite entering the playoffs as the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference, Los Angeles was bounced in the first round in five games by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The 'NBA First Team All-Defensive Team selections since 2013-14' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make the First Team All-Defensive Team in the last decade can you name in five minutes?
LA Could Target Bucks Star in Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers have a center problem. Ditching aging, injury-prone 10-time All-Star center Anthony Davis to trade for 26-year-old superstar guard Luka Doncic, already a five-time All-NBA First Teamer, from the Dallas Mavericks this season was absolutely a no-brainer for Los Angeles general manager Rob Pelinka.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / May 9
LeBron James Discusses Offseason Plans; Remains Noncommittal About Future
As has been the case for several years now, the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers comes with major questions about the future of one of its big stars in LeBron James.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / May 9
Rui Hachimura To Host ‘Black Samurai’ Camp In Japan
The Los Angeles Lakers have an earlier offseason than anyone — including themselves — expected to have. This means a longer summer to fill before returning to action for what is anticipated to be a championship-contending season for L.A.
Lakers' LeBron James Explains Message to Anthony Edwards After Playoff Defeat
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a brutal early first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves. It was a tough and unexpected loss to a young Timberwolves team led by superstar guard Anthony Edwards.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / May 9
JR Smith Reveals How Carmelo Anthony Swooped In and Stopped Him From Joining Kobe Bryant and the Lakers
The 2011 NBA lockout was an absurd time. Nobody knew what to do or how long until they’d be able to get back on the court. But not everyone was content to sit around and wait for a resolution.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 9
Skip Bayless Claims LeBron James Faked Injury To Avoid Media Backlash For Early Playoff Exit
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James found himself on the chopping block yet again as Skip Bayless returned to strike down the Lakers' star. In a recent post of "The Skip Bayless Show", Bayless claimed that James and Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul concocted a story involving an injury to protect James from media backlash.
Mark Williams News / NBA Analysis Network / May 9
Patrick Beverley calls out Mark Williams for actions after LA Lakers playoff elimination, ‘I didn’t understand…’
The Los Angeles Lakers’ early elimination stands as one of the key storylines in this 2025 NBA Playoffs. After delivering the biggest and most stunning trade in NBA history by acquiring Luka Doncic, expectations for the LA Lakers were high.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / May 9
Jarreed Vandebilt ‘Excited’ For First Healthy Offseason In Years
Jarred Vanderbilt has had an injury-plagued career in the NBA and started the 2024-25 season on the shelf as he recovered from offseason foot surgery. The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Vanderbilt in the blockbuster Russell Westbrook trade a couple of years ago and has established himself as a key cog off the bench.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / May 9
Jarred Vanderbilt ‘Excited’ For First Healthy Offseason In Years
Jarred Vanderbilt has had an injury-plagued career in the NBA and started the 2024-25 season on the shelf as he recovered from offseason foot surgery. The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Vanderbilt in the blockbuster Russell Westbrook trade a couple of years ago and has established himself as a key cog off the bench.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 9
LeBron James Gives Gregg Popovich His Flowers After Retirement Announcement
One of the greatest coaches in NBA history Gregg Popovich officially announced his retirement from coaching this offseason after missing most of this season after suffering a stroke.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / May 9
First Look: Vanessa Bryant Unveils Nike Kobe 9 EXT High 'Vino'
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's signature Nike basketball shoe line is in good hands. Vanessa Bryant has worked with Nike to successfully relaunch the line and grow hype to unprecedented levels.
LeBron James News / Hardwood Heroics / May 9
Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron James Reveals the Truth About the Knee Injury He Sustained in the 2025 NBA Playoffs
After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers revealed that LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain after a collision with Donte DiVincenzo.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 9
LeBron James once again shades Lakers' front office
Reflecting on their series loss, LeBron James feels it's unfair for the media to blame him and Luka Doncic for his team's playoff flameout.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
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