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LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 3

NBA Insider Denies Report That LeBron James Wanted Out of LA

The Los Angeles Lakers have decided to build around Luka Doncic for the future, which makes sense. He will be the face of the team for the next decade now that they have him locked in for another three years.

Kobe Bryant News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3

LA Lakers legend explains why modern NBA players can’t do what Kobe Bryant did under Phil Jackson

One legendary LA Lakers figure talked about the difference between Kobe Bryant and many of the modern superstars in the NBA. Kobe Bryant is considered by many to be one of the most cerebral players in NBA history.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3

LA Lakers GM Rob Pelinka’s 2020 U-Turn made Dwight Howard ‘highly upset’

Former NBA star Dwight Howard will headline the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame class along with Carmelo Anthony. Considering Dwight Howard enjoyed a terrific 18-year stint in the NBA, the former Los Angeles Lakers star is worthy of this honor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 3

Sotheby’s To Auction Kobe Bryant No. 24 Debut Jersey

Kobe Bryant is one of the true legends in NBA history and the things he accomplished throughout his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers won’t be matched for a very long time.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / September 3

3 Los Angeles Lakers Players Who Could be Traded During 2025-26 NBA Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to enter the 2025-26 NBA season as one of the many championship contenders in the Western Conference. Of course, the Lakers’

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 3

Watch: Luka Doncic Meets Soccer Legend Lukas Podolski

Greatness recognizes greatness, which is why we often see superstars from across different sports wanting to witness the true greats dominating on the field or court.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 3

Lakers Insider Suggests LA Has Core Trade Piece To Pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Los Angeles Lakers are not afraid to go out and make big moves. They have proven that over the course of the history of the franchise, including just last year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3

Skip Bayless claims LA Lakers chiefs’ recent actions were ‘openly taunting’ LeBron James, ‘made it clear…’

For the last seven seasons, LeBron James has been the face of the Los Angeles Lakers. However, with Luka Doncic’s presence, many think that LeBron James‘ role as the face of the franchise has come to an end.

Kawhi Leonard News / Lakers Nation / September 3

Clippers May Have Illegally Circumvented Salary Cap To Pay Kawhi Leonard

The summer of 2019 was a major one in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers traded for Anthony Davis, but also had designs on signing free agent Kawhi Leonard to join him and LeBron James on what would’ve been an absolute super team.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 3

Clippers May Have Illegally Circumvented Salary Cap To Sign Kawhi Leonard In 2019

The summer of 2019 was a major one in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers traded for Anthony Davis, but also had designs on signing free agent Kawhi Leonard to join him and LeBron James on what would’ve been an absolute super team.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3

Charles Barkley explains why LeBron James isn’t Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant

NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley recently offered a blunt explanation as to why he believes LeBron James stands apart from legends Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 3

Lakers Coach Looking for New Ways to Best Utilize Luka Doncic

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is showcasing his new physique, participating in the 2025 EuroBasket. More news: Lakers’ Luka Doncic Sends Message

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3

Charles Barkley gets key detail wrong when explaining why DeAndre Ayton will be ‘dangerous’ for the LA Lakers

Charles Barkley said that something is different about DeAndre Ayton this season that’s going to make him dangerous for the Los Angeles Lakers, but he got a key detail wrong.

Kobe Bryant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3

D’Angelo Russell reveals Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s response to shooting advice

The Los Angeles Lakers have made some major changes this offseason, including bringing in Marcus Smart to give themselves some backcourt depth and point of attack defense.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 3

Mark Cuban Compares LeBron James & Michael Jordan

The NBA GOAT debate typically comes down to Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and for good reason as both players dominated their respective eras.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3

LeBron James and Kevin Durant are the reason NBA created ‘second apron’ rule, claims Charles Barkley

The second apron rule has made life difficult for NBA teams in the modern era. The impact of the second apron was recently seen when the Boston Celtics blew up their championship-winning core to avoid paying a massive luxury tax.

Kylor Kelley News / The Lead / September 3

Who Is The Lakers’ Newest Pickup, Kylor Kelley?

Last week, the Lakers announced that they signed center Kylor Kelley to an Exhibit 10 contract. Under this non-guaranteed contract, Kelly will be able

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 2

Nike Releasing Bronny James Colorway Of LeBron NXXT Sneaker

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025-26 NBA season with the father-son combo of LeBron and Bronny James still together on the roster. They made history last season as the first father-son duo to play in an NBA game at the same time, and Bronny is expected to take on more of a role with the parent team this season than he did last.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 2

Dalton Knecht under pressure with declining Lakers form

After a rookie season that showed flashes of promise, the hope was that he would build on that momentum this summer. Instead, his stock has been slipping fast.

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