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Onyeka Okongwu News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 30
Lakers reportedly called Hawks about Onyeka Okongwu last season 
Although nothing ever materialized, the Lakers allegedly spoke to the Hawks about Onyeka Okongwu while searching for a big last year. The Lakers and the search for their next big man is a never-ending story.
Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / June 29
Potential Lakers Center Target Deandre Ayton Agrees To Buyout With Trail Blazers
NBA free agency kicks off on Monday and it’s no secret what the Los Angeles Lakers will be looking for as they don’t currently have a center on the roster.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Deandre Ayton is a perfect fit for this Western Conference contender
Deandre Ayton is finalizing a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers and will enter free agency, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 29
NBA Free Agency: The latest rumors on the Lakers free agent and trade targets
The Lakers will be active in free agency as they look to both retain free agents as well as search for answers at the center position. The Lakers are going to be very active participants when NBA free agency kicks off on Monday.
Every NBA Finals MVP winner
Here is every winner of the NBA Finals MVP, a who’s who of Association history.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 29
NBA Insider: LeBron James May Request Trade After Picking Up $52.6 Million Player Option
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been the central figure of the franchise for the better part of the last seven seasons. After opting into his $52.6 million contract extension for next season, however, the 40-year-old could be seeing his time with the Purple and Gold come to an end, as per NBA insider Shams Charania.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29
Los Angeles Lakers Could Reportedly Lose Important Player
Dorian Finney-Smith was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers during the middle of the 2024-25 season (via the Brooklyn Nets). The veteran forward finished his year with averages of 8.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists per contest while shooting 44.8% from the field and 41.4% from the three-point range in 63 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / June 29
Lakers Exercise Team Option on G League Success Story
Aside from getting another season of LeBron James, the Lakers earned another win by keeping a standout guard. The front office picked up the $2.3 million team option on Jordan Goodwin, who thrived in the G League and played his way to a guaranteed contract last season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 29
LeBron James has already boxed Rob Pelinka into a corner with his comments on ‘winning’ LA Lakers player
LeBron James has an uncertain future with the Los Angeles Lakers, making his demands clear. A temporary fix is in place for LeBron James to stay with the LA Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 29
Lakers Insider Reveals Why LeBron James Picked Up His $52.6 Million Option
LeBron James reportedly picked up his $52.6 million player option that keeps him in the league for another year. His agent, Rich Paul, hinted that James
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 29
Paul Pierce says whether he thinks the LA Lakers should trade Austin Reaves this offseason
Austin Reaves’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers is up in the air this summer despite being under contract for another season. Reaves has one year left on his contract, with a salary of $14 million, yet was still eligible to sign an extension this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Bobby Marks details why Lakers’ LeBron James trade to Cavs won’t be easy
A reunion between Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers is possible. However, it won’t be easy, according to NBA insider Bobby Marks.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 29
Predicting Austin Reaves’ Lakers Future After Max Extension Decision
Austin Reaves informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he would not be accepting a contract extension this summer. That means that he is going into the final season of his deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 29
LA Lakers insider names team that has generated ‘buzz’ in a potential trade for LeBron James
LeBron James decided to opt in to the final year of his contract with the LA Lakers. While the decision helps him make $52.6 million, his agent Rich Paul’s remarks after the decision have left the Purple and Gold fans a little worried.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 29
Rockets Poised to Poach Key Lakers Free Agent
Free agency has not gotten off to a rip-roaring start for the Lakers. On Sunday, the team learned that LeBron James would be opting in to the final year
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Hoops Wire / June 29
Rockets Emerging as Suitor for Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith
The Houston Rockets appear to be eyeing Dorian Finney-Smith as their next key addition. More specifically, Houston has emerged as a “viable landing spot” for the veteran forward, according to The Stein Line’s Marc Stein and Jake Fischer.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Lakers Nation / June 29
Rockets Emerging As Potential Landing Spot For Dorian Finney-Smith
Dorian Finney-Smith helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the third seed in the Western Conference thanks to his gritty defense and outside shooting. The Lakers acquired him from the Brooklyn Nets a couple of weeks before the NBA trade deadline and he instantly became one of their best rotation players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29
Los Angeles Lakers Make Decision On Key Role Player's Future
Jordan Goodwin spent last season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He finished the year with averages of 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 43.8% from the field and 38.2% from the three-point range in 29 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 29
Lakers must find a way to keep veteran forward
The Lakers would be wise to tie him down to a new deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 29
Insider suggests fitting end to LeBron James' playing career
LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will be forever connected.
Jordan Goodwin News / Lakers Nation / June 29
Jordan Goodwin’s Team Option Picked Up
One of the decisions the Los Angeles Lakers had to make this offseason had to do with the contract status of guard Jordan Goodwin. After some impressive play with the South Bay Lakers in the G League to start the season, Goodwin earned a two-way contract with L.A.
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