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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 12

7 Signs That Show LeBron James And The Lakers Are Headed For A Breakup

What once looked like the perfect marriage between basketball’s most iconic star and its most glamorous franchise now feels like a slow, inevitable breakup.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 12

Warriors' Steph Curry Trolls Lakers' LeBron James

LeBron James and Stephen Curry are two of the greatest athletes of a generation. Both of them have won four NBA championships and have changed how basketball is played.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker

Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 12

Lakers Notes: LeBron James Trade Updates, LeBron Not Happy With LA, Rob Pelinka Talks Signing

The Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James are seemingly heading in two different directions. There are rumors flying about whether or not James will be traded or even bought out by the Lakers franchise.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 12

LeBron James’ Uncertain Future Led To Brook Lopez Signing With Clippers

President of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka promised to build a Los Angeles Lakers roster that met LeBron James’ expectations, but that hasn’t been the case thus far this offseason.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 12

The Clippers Have Landed Two Players The Lakers Wanted; One More Star Could Be On The Way

The Los Angeles Lakers entered this offseason with one clear goal: to surround LeBron James and Luka Doncic with size, defense, and shooting. Instead, they've taken multiple losses, and it’s the Clippers who keep handing them out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / July 12

Lakers kept LeBron in the dark, told Luka about sale

The LeBron James-Los Angeles Lakers saga has added another chapter. This time, it involves the $10 billion sale of the franchise to Mark Walter. Is it a case of misjudgment?

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LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / July 12

Warriors Considered Making Trade Offer For LeBron James

LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers is now one of the biggest questions hanging over the franchise going into the 2025-26 season. Even in prior years, there were rumors floating around about a potential LeBron trade with the Golden State Warriors inquiring about a possible deal, though nothing came of it.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / July 12

Report: Cavs only interested in LeBron James in a buyout situation

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers appear to be on the outs, opening up the possibility that he plays for another team in 2026-27. He could also request a trade or a buyout, leading to an earlier departure.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 12

Lakers And LeBron James Are Heading For A Nasty Split Unless…

LOS ANGELES – By now, even casual basketball fans know about the soap opera brewing in Los Angeles. The Lakers and LeBron James heading for a split is no longer rumor — it’s unfolding in slow motion.

NBA News / The SportsRush / July 12

'He’s Gonna Cover Up The Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Tattoo': Drake Faces Heat After Replacing LeBron James Tattoo Amid Beef

“Damned if I do, damned if I don’t,” the opening line from J. Cole’s 2013 hit ‘She Knows’ has been the story of Drake’s life for the last few years. Things escalated to an unprecedented scrutiny in 2024 when he got into a rap beef with Kendrick Lamar…or the entire music industry.

LeBron James News / The SportsRush / July 12

Cavaliers Only Interested in LeBron James’ Buyout Market Amid His Uncertain Lakers Future

LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers appears increasingly uncertain. The Cleveland Cavaliers have emerged as a team that is monitoring the situation closely.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Lakers Legend, 53, Drops Final Update on Hacking Incident

Los Angeles Lakers icon Shaquille O'Neal was an unstoppable force during his heyday in the NBA. In 19 years in the league, he averaged 23.7 points, 10.9 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11

Report: LeBron James had his feelings hurt by Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have transitioned from LeBron James to new acquisition Luka Doncic as their face of the franchise, and that apparently has bothered James.

Byron Scott News / Fastbreak on SI / July 11

Lakers Legend Byron Scott Makes Heartfelt Instagram Post

Byron Scott played 14 total seasons in the NBA. He is most known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers (where he won three NBA Championships). On Friday, the 64-year-old made a heartfelt post to Instagram.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

Lakers supporting Bronny James with veteran Summer League roster

The Los Angeles Lakers have two important second-year players playing at NBA Summer League. They've loaded up their roster with veterans to give them their best chance at success.

James disappoints in matchup with top pick Cooper Flagg

Flagg showed glimpse of abilities in Summer League debut

LeBron James reportedly had his feelings hurt by the Lakers

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

Cooper Flagg showed glimpse of abilities in NBA Summer League debut

Cooper Flagg's NBA Summer League debut drew as much interest as possible for an exhibition game in the summer.

Bronny James disappoints in matchup with top pick Cooper Flagg

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 11

Luka Doncic & Lakers Have Formed ‘Strong Working Relationship’ With Same Goal In Mind

The Los Angeles Lakers are Luka Doncic’s team now and with their decisions this offseason the franchise has made that very clear. Everything the team has done this summer has been about maximizing their ability to build around Doncic, both in the present and future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 11