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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / September 21
'They Gave Up on Him' – Los Angeles Lakers Center Gets Unfair Flak Over His Attitude, Claims Former NBA Journeyman
The Los Angeles Lakers made the bold move of signing Deandre Ayton to a two-year contract after the Portland Trail Blazers bought him out of his contract.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 21
James Worthy Breaks Down Similarities Between Magic Johnson and Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers have always been defined by their stars, and now Luka Doncic is stepping into that lineage. As he prepares for his first full season in purple and gold, comparisons are inevitable.
LeBron James News / The SportsRush / September 21
Iman Shumpert Credits Cavs’ Dysfunction for Historic 2016 Championship With LeBron James
It seemed as though the 2015/16 Golden State Warriors would coast through the postseason to win their second consecutive NBA championship. After all, they put up a 73-9 record in the regular season, setting an unprecedented record.
The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz
43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?
Austin Reaves News / Ball Exclusives / September 21
Austin Reaves talks about the time he 'didn’t belong on a basketball court'
Austin Reaves has made a name for himself in the NBA as a solid third option. Last season Reaves averaged 20.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, on 46.0% from the field.
20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA
Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?
Carmelo Anthony News / Fadeaway World / September 21
Carmelo Anthony Says Lakers Season Was His Best Year In The NBA
Carmelo Anthony’s NBA legacy is defined by his scoring brilliance on the Nuggets and Knicks, but when asked about the best season of his career, his answer might surprise you.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 21
NBA Executive Reveals Why Pat Riley Is Still Mad At LeBron James, And How It Affects Lakers Trades
The Lakers have explored the possibility of landing Andrew Wiggins, but one NBA executive doubts Miami would ever help make it happen. Speaking to Lakers Daily, the exec said Pat Riley still holds a grudge against LeBron James for leaving the Heat in 2014 and wouldn’t trade Wiggins to Los Angeles under any circumstances.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 20
Why Robert Horry thinks the Lakers should trade Austin Reaves
With the 2025-26 NBA regular season rapidly approaching, and a showdown against the Golden State Warriors on the books for October 21, Los Angeles Lakers fans are looking to configure the clearest path to another Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy for LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and company.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 20
Former All-Star guard picked whether he would rather have Kobe Bryant’s mentality or LeBron James’ basketball IQ
Kobe Bryant and LeBron James have always been compared to each other throughout their careers. Former NBA All-Star Mark Jackson has a preference, and that is Bryant due to his elite mentality.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20
Luka Doncic Shouts Out Lakers Organization for Support Throughout EuroBasket
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the business of making their star players happy. They have generated a reputation around the league as one of the most player-friendly organizations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 20
What Jerry West used to say that makes ‘serious’ Luka Doncic so scary, says James Worthy
With the 2025-26 NBA season about to tip off, one of the most interesting storylines coming in is how Luka Doncic will look with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 20
Pau Gasol Reflects On Buss Family’s Impact: 'They Turned the Lakers Into An Iconic Franchise'
The Lakers are moving into a new chapter after the Buss family sold the franchise, but Pau Gasol is making sure their legacy isn’t forgotten. Speaking
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20
Lakers' Rob Pelinka Says Luka Doncic Could Be 'Best Player on the Planet'
The Los Angeles Lakers made their shocking trade for five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic last season because they believe that he can truly be the face of the franchise for the next decade.
Jake Laravia News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 20
Is Jake LaRavia the latest diamond in the rough for the Lakers? 
Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday, breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason.
Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / September 20
Ex-Lakers champion calls for the team to trade Austin Reaves
A former Los Angeles Lakers champion is cooking up a piping-hot take this week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20
Lakers Have Held 'Extensive' Trade Talks on All-Star Wing: Report
With Luka Doncic sewn up on a new contract extension, the next step for the Los Angeles Lakers is surrounding him with talent for the present and the future to full maximize the Slovenian star's prime.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20
Lakers' Luka Doncic Reveals Team He Wants to Retire With
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic revealed which team he would like to retire with in a recent interview. Doncic sat down with Jason Gay of The Wall Street Journal recently for a profile story, covering his tremendous year so far and how he envisions his career playing out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 20
Pau Gasol Praises Buss Family For Historic Run With Lakers
No team has a history like the Los Angeles Lakers and Pau Gasol was one of those players who made their mark winning championships in the organization.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / September 20
Robert Horry Suggests Lakers Trade Austin Reaves
There are a lot of question marks surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers roster heading into the 2025-26 season. The front office did a nice job of addressing their needs this offseason by bringing in Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / September 20
LeBron James Explains What Scoring 50,000 Career Points Means To Him
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is one of the best passers in league history, yet he’s also somehow found a way to break almost every scoring record in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / September 19
Luka Dončić Has Faith In Lakers Brass Despite Recent Shaky Seasons
There may have been some level of trepidation emanating out of Los Angeles in the early parts of the summer due to a certain signing of a certain major player.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 19
Report: Lakers open to trade for player signed beyond 2026
The Lakers aren’t just kicking the tires on short-term help. They are open to a trade that brings back a player signed beyond 2026, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
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