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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 12
Slovenian Teammate Credits Luka Doncic For Growing As Leader
With Luka Doncic officially signing his contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, it has been firmly established that he will be the face of the franchise going forward.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 12
Lakers ‘Want to Get Out of LeBron James’ Business’ Says NBA Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to pivot away from 2020 Finals MVP LeBron James going forward, claims an insider. During an appearance on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Ethan J.
The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz
Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?
Kobe Bryant News / NBA Analysis Network / August 12
‘We stopped’… LA Lakers blew chance to win 10 titles with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal for one reason
The LA Lakers could have been the greatest dynasty ever with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, but something got in the way. The Los Angeles Lakers were the last team in the NBA to three-peat.
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 12
Watch: Austin Reaves Names Kobe Bryant As His GOAT
In just a few short years, Austin Reaves has become one of the best and most popular players on the Los Angeles Lakers. And playing for the purple and gold is a dream come true for Reaves, who has spoken in the past about the late, great Kobe Bryant being his favorite player growing up.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 12
Lakers’ Christmas Day Matchup With Rockets Will Be In Fourth Time Slot
This week is 2025-26 NBA schedule release week, meaning the entirety of the regular season schedule is expected to be released on Thursday. But first, the league is announcing major games on important days of the calendar to get fans excited for this year’s primetime slate.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 12
Celtics' ownership move should concern Lakers governor Jeanie Buss
The Buss family sold a majority interest in the Los Angeles Lakers to investor Mark Walter in June.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 12
LA Lakers have declined trade offers for two players already this summer
The Los Angeles Lakers’ roster for the 2024-25 NBA season is pretty much set in stone. After an early 2025 postseason exit, the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office ensured that sufficient pieces were added to bolster the roster.
Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 12
Lakers’ Rui Hachimura Exploring Wild Offseason Training Strategy
The Los Angeles Lakers have had an eventful offseason. More news: Multiple New Lakers Ranked Among NBA's Most Overrated Players After a slow start to free agency, it appeared the Lakers' offseason would reflect last offseason.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 12
Lakers Notes: LA Reportedly Declined Trades on 2 Players, Ex-Laker Bust Signs Overseas, LeBron James Prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly declined to trade two players on the roster, opting to keep them as depth pieces despite needs at other positions. The Lakers have a limited pool of assets after doing several deals over the years, slowly draining the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 12
Predicting Every Lakers Player's Points Per Game Next Season
As the Los Angeles Lakers assemble their star-studded lineup for the 2025-26 season, the question isn’t whether they’ve collected enough firepower, but whether those pieces can deliver when it counts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 12
Gary Vitti Names 5 Toughest Lakers Players Ever
Gary Vitti, the longtime Los Angeles Lakers trainer who spent over three decades with the franchise, recently revealed his list of the five toughest players
Kobe Bryant News / HITC / August 12
Why Lakers staff weren’t all convinced about trading for Kobe Bryant in 1996
Kobe Bryant is a legend in Los Angeles Lakers history, but not everyone in the organisation was sold on his potential at first. On draft night in 1996, the Charlotte Hornets selected Kobe Bryant with the 13th overall pick before trading him to the Lakers for centre Vlade Divac.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12
Lakers hiring figure with notable connection to Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers are continuing the red carpet treatment for Luka Doncic. The Lakers are hiring Jeremy Holsopple as their new head strength and conditioning coach, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported on Monday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 11
NBA Scout Thinks Lakers’ Luka Dončić Will Win MVP, Scoring Title Next Season
One NBA scout thinks Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić will win the MVP Award and the scoring title next season. Dončić has lost weight this offseason and is in excellent shape.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 11
Watch: LeBron James Has New Obsession
The offseason is a time for many NBA players to pick up new hobbies to fill in their time between workouts and any other obligations they may have. That has certainly been the case for Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, who has had a different offseason which started with his recovery from injury and included him picking up golf.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / August 11
Watch: Rui Hachimura Trains With Sumo Wrestlers In Japan
Rui Hachimura has emerged as one of the most important players on the Los Angeles Lakers with him proving to be crucial to the team’s success over the past couple seasons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / August 11
Lakers Roster Set for 2025-26 Season as Team Reportedly Shut Down Trade Offers for Gabe Vincent and Jarred Vanderbilt
This offseason, Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka made moves to improve the roster while still maintaining their focus on the future. They could’ve practically revamped their entire team but elected instead to keep two key rotational players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 11
New Lakers Star Pushes Limits With Unconventional Training
The Los Angeles Lakers should be happy seeing their players prepare for the upcoming season. Due to the regular season schedule, there is not much time for players to get in shape and work on their bodies.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 11
Rumor: Lakers Won’t Make Any Trades Before 2025-26 NBA Season Starts
The Los Angeles Lakers will not make any trades before the 2025-26 NBA season starts. The Lakers “have not been attacking the trade market” this offseason, according to an NBA executive who spoke to Sean Deveney of Athlon Sports.
Kai Jones News / Last Word On Sports / August 11
Lakers Have No-Brainer 6-Foot-11 Solution For Last Two-Way Spot
LOS ANGELES – The Lakers have a clear path to add depth in the frontcourt. They can sign Kai Jones on a training camp deal or two-way contract. If Jones signs with an European team, Los Angeles would need him released before making an offer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 11
Summer Slump Paints Bleak Picture for Sophomore Lakers Guard
While Summer League may have helped increase stock in some of last year’s draft class, it also decreased—if not disintegrated—the value of others. Lakers guard Dalton Knecht finds himself in the latter category, with a rough offseason signaling a spiral in his odds of cracking the rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 10
Lakers Trade Pitch Brings Back Beloved Former 3-&-D Wing
The Lakers came out of the very eventful 2024-25 NBA season with a bit of a mixed bag, as the team reset its future with the trade for Luka Doncic and, at the same time, was left bitterly disappointed with the five-game elimination at the hands of the Timberwolves in the Western Conference playoffs' opening round.
Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9
Lakers assistant hints at bigger role for Bronny James
Bronny James may be heading for a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, at least according to one of the team’s assistant coaches. In an
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