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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Charles Barkley names three NBA legends the LA Lakers needed to cover for Luka Doncic and LeBron James
NBA legend Charles Barkley has given his breakdown of the LA Lakers’ biggest problem after their elimination. The LA Lakers are eliminated from the NBA Playoffs after a crushing 4-1 series defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 1
Lakers’ Rob Pelinka Vows to Reload Around LeBron James, Luka Doncic After Painful Exit
Lakers head of basketball operations Rob Pelinka isn’t backing down from the vision. Despite a first-round playoff exit and questions about the roster’s fit, Pelinka made it clear in his postseason address: LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves remain the team’s foundation heading into next season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 1
Bronny James Plans To Play In Las Vegas Summer League
No second round pick in NBA history has gotten more media attention in his rookie season than Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James. The No. 55 pick of the 2024 NBA Draft, it feels as though every single move of his rookie season was closely monitored by fans, media and some people who seemed to legitimately want his NBA tenure to fail.
The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz
How many of the players with 400 or more assists in the 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
James Worthy gives verdict on Austin Reaves after LA Lakers ‘third wheel’ falls apart, ‘You can’t…’
Austin Reaves admitted to struggles in the series with the Minnesota Timberwolves taking them apart. With Luka Doncic and LeBron James sustaining knocks in the team’s Game 5 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, there was added pressure on Austin Reaves to deliver.
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.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / May 1
Option in hand, Lakers expect LeBron James back for Year 23
LeBron James tiptoed through roster-related questions as the Lakers began their offseason following a first-round playoff exit, but the team expects him to return for Year 23 in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 1
Report: LeBron James Expected To Play Next Season
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is expected to play next season. Charania reports that James is expected to pick up his 2025-26 player option. James is 40 years old.
Anthony Edwards News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 1
Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves Waste No Time Taking Shots At Lakers
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been chirping since eliminating the Los Angeles Lakers from the playoffs on Wednesday night. More Los Angeles Lakers News:
Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / May 1
LeBron James has ‘no expectation’ to retire, per NBA insider Shams Charania
With his 22nd season in the association ending last night, LeBron James will enter another offseason considering his future. That said, that future will likely extend through at least one more season, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Kendrick Perkins reacts to JJ Redick calling on Maxi Kleber for five minutes in LA Lakers elimination, ‘it was…’
The LA Lakers elimination saw a brief debut for Maxi Kleber during their Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. JJ Redick called on Maxi Kleber to make his first ever appearance for the LA Lakers during their loss to Minnesota, while leaving Jaxson Hayes a DNP.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 1
Rui Hachimura Subtly Calls Out JJ Redick For Lack Of Rebounding Help
Rui Hachimura didn’t call out Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick by name, but his words after the team’s elimination in Game 5 left little doubt, he was frustrated by the lack of rebounding help, and perhaps by the system that allowed the Minnesota Timberwolves to dominate the glass all series long.
James Worthy News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
James Worthy praises ‘big time bully’ who defeated the LA Lakers, ‘that’s what he is…’
One former LA Lakers star came back to haunt the team during their NBA Playoffs defeat. The 2024-25 season has ended for the LA Lakers, with the Minnesota Timberwolves securing a 4-1 series win.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 1
Austin Reaves Self-Critical Of Performance Vs. Timberwolves & Vows To Get Better
The Los Angeles Lakers underperformed across the board in their first round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, getting eliminated in five games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
A five-step plan to fix the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, a disappointing end after the team's addition of Luka Doncic at the trade deadline. Here's a plan to get the team back on track.
Luka Doncic Raises Eyebrows With Comments on Lakers Future
The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the postseason on Wednesday, ending what many believed could have been a special season. Los Angeles fell in five games to the Minnesota Timberwolves, failing to execute down the stretch of pretty much every game in the series.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Luka Doncic Makes Thoughts on JJ Redick Very Clear After Massive Lakers Disappointment
After the Lakers were stunned in Game 5 with their loss to the Timberwolves in L.A., a game that eliminated them in the opening round of the Western Conference
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
NBA insider rips 'immature' Lakers head coach JJ Redick following first-round exit
The Lakers boldly hired Redick, a former 15-year veteran and podcast host, as head coach in June 2024 despite him having no prior coaching experience.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Draft on SI / May 1
Lakers Can’t Turn to NBA Draft After Elimination
On Sunday night, the Lakers postseason elimination was made possible, and on Wednesday it was made official. Rudy Gobert scored 27 points and grabbed 24 rebounds, Julius Randle added 23 points and the Timberwolves’ defense held the Lakers to a mostly inefficient night in gentlemen sweeping the Lakers in five games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
LeBron James takes a swipe at Lakers front office
It was crystal clear during the Lakers' first-round loss to the Timberwolves that they desperately need size, both in the interior and on the perimeter, if they wish to compete with the more athletic teams in the conference.
Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Austin Reaves has tough quote after Lakers’ playoff loss
The Los Angeles Lakers’ season has come to an end, and Austin Reaves is taking things personally. The Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 103-96 in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday night.
Rudy Gobert News / Field Level Media / May 1
Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves knock out Lakers in Game 5
Rudy Gobert scored 27 points and grabbed 24 rebounds as the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves advanced to the Western Conference semifinals.
Maxi Kleber News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 30
Lakers Make Final Decision on Maxi Kleber Ahead of Game 5
The Los Angeles Lakers will do their best to avoid elimination, at least for another game on Wednesday when they host the No. 6 seed Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers are on the ropes, and they'll do their best to live for another game to keep their season alive.
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