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NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 29
Lakers Sign Guard Nick Smith Jr. To Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract. This is the final two-way spot the Lakers had to offer and Smith join Christian Koloko and Chris Manon on two-way deals.
Andrew Wiggins News / EssentiallySports / September 29
Lakers Make Surprise Roster Announcement After Disappointing Andrew Wiggins Update
This summer has been an eventful one for the Los Angeles Lakers and has seen them make several roster upgrades. Nonetheless, with the training camp being just a few days away, it seemed like the Purple & Gold were done making moves in free agency.
The '2025-26 NBA head coaches' quiz
How many of the 30 NBA head coaches at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 29
Former NBA Veteran Olden Polynice Doesn't Hold Back on LeBron James Disrespect
Los Angeles Lakers superstar and the NBA's all-time leading scorer LeBron James was recently the target of Olden Polynice's criticism. Polynice is a former No.
The 25 greatest international players in NBA history
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA Analysis Network / September 29
Deandre Ayton’s last two games vs Al Horford are great sign for Lakers vs Warriors in opener
Deandre Ayton might have the time of his life in his LA Lakers debut if Al Horford suits up for the Golden State Warriors. The Los Angeles Lakers prioritized landing a new center this offseason, after the massive gap in their roster has proven to be disastrous for them.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / September 29
Austin Reaves & Rigorer Unveil AR3 Shoes
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves had the look of a burgeoning star during the 2024-25 season as he put up career numbers en route to another playoff appearance.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 29
Lakers Notes: LA Makes Roster Moves, Hall of Famer Takes Shot at Luka Doncic, Starting Lineup Decisions
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for the start of NBA training camp by filling out the roster with Exhibit-10 deals. Forward Anton Watson and guard Nate Williams signed one-year guaranteed deals.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Most Points Scored In Losses In NBA History: LeBron Is No. 1, Jordan Ranks Outside Top 15
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is the NBA's all-time leading scorer, but not all of his efforts have ended up being in a winning cause. James has tasted defeat plenty of times in his career, and according to HoopsHype, he has scored the most points in losses in NBA history (regular season and playoffs combined).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Toni Kukoc Explains Why LeBron James And Michael Jordan Shouldn’t Be Compared
The debate over whether Michael Jordan or LeBron James is the greatest basketball player of all time has raged for nearly two decades. Fans, analysts, and even former players continue to draw lines between eras, stats, and accomplishments.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 29
JJ Redick Believes Luka Doncic Is Committed To Maintaining Body Transformation
Following a disappointing first-round performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic needed to head back to the drawing board.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future in question heading into camp
Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future is already under the microscope — and training camp hasn’t even tipped off. Once viewed as a promising young scorer, Knecht is now a trade candidate before his second season even begins.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Updated Lakers Roster After Making Two Signings Ahead Of 2025-26 Training Camp
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to begin training camp for their 2025-26 season on Oct. 1, and they have made a couple of roster moves in the lead-up to it.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / September 29
LeBron James Reportedly Makes Decision on Lakers Future Ahead of 2025-26 NBA Season
For most of his career, every team that has employed Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has had to worry about him leaving for greener pastures. He announced his departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers to join the Miami Heat on national television, but then returned to his hometown team four years later.
Rob Pelinka News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 29
Rob Pelinka was impressed by Luka Dončić’s leadership with Slovenia at EuroBasket 
Physically, Luka Dončić’s transformation this summer has taken plenty of headlines and drawn lots of attention. After everything transpired with his exit from Dallas, Luka used that as motivation to change his body…and then show everyone how much better it looked.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Gilbert Arenas Claims He Would Strike A 'Backdoor' Deal With LeBron James If He Owned The Lakers
Kawhi Leonard's infamous deal with Aspiration has been one of the key talking points of the offseason. In light of the deal, former NBA player Gilbert
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 28
Lakers waive Kylor Kelley ahead of training camp
The Lakers made a minor roster move ahead of camp, waiving center Kylor Kelley, per the NBA’s official transaction log. Kelley had joined Los Angeles on
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 28
JJ Redick Sees Confidence & Joy Growing For Rui Hachimura
Rui Hachimura is in a contract year and is eligible for a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. As L.A. evaluates its future with Luka Doncic, it feels like players like Hachimura on expiring deals are auditioning to stick around long term.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 28
Rob Pelinka Praises Luka Doncic’s Leadership & Personality
As the 2025-26 NBA season approaches, teams are beginning to report to training camp. The unofficial start to the Los Angeles Lakers’ season came on Thursday when general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick held a press conference ahead of Media Day next week.
J.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / September 28
The Sophomore Test: Top 3 Challenges for JJ Redick’s Year 2
When JJ Redick was hired as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers last summer, a lot of people were quick to judge him. Even Redick addressed the fact that he has no experience and is a former podcaster during his first introductory press conference.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 28
Lakers Notes: LA Makes Roster Moves, Rob Pelinka Talks Trade Plans, LeBron James Future Predicted
The Los Angeles Lakers made a few roster moves as the offseason dwindles down. In an effort to get the best possible on-court product as possible, a 6-foot-7 guard who shot 36.2 percent from 3-point range in the G League last season inked an Exhibit 10 deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / September 26
Lakers waive Jarron Cumberland, sign Tevian Jones
The Lakers have waived Jarron Cumberland to make room to sign Tevian Jones, reports Law Murray of The Athletic (Twitter link). Cumberland signed his Exhibit 10 deal with the Lakers yesterday after Los Angeles waived forward Arthur Kaluma to do so.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 26
Lakers committing to long-term continuity with latest contract extension
The move signaled the team's commitment to long-term continuity.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 25
Lakers extending HC JJ Redick's contract is an unnecessary risk
On Thursday, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka unexpectedly announced that the franchise had extended Redick's contract one year after he signed a four-year, $32M deal.
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