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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 3
The Lakers celebrated Luka Dončić’s contract extension by taking him to a Backstreet Boys concert 
After inking a huge contract extension during the day, Luka Dončić was surprised by his teammates with a trip to a Backstreet Boys concert in The Sphere.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / August 3
Luka Doncic Hopes Marcus Smart Teaches Him How To Stay In Shape During Lakers 2025-26 Season
Lakers fans took a big breath of relief earlier today. That’s because Luka Doncic put pen to paper and signed a three-year extension to remain with the Purple and Gold going forward.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 3
Luka Confident In Lakers’ Title Chances: 'We’re Going For It'
Luka Doncic is done with moral victories; he’s aiming for a ring. In a confident statement ahead of the 2025-26 season, the Lakers’ newly extended superstar made it clear that he believes this version of the team has the tools to compete for a championship.
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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 2
Fans have same question after Rachel Nichols’ Luka Doncic post
The Los Angeles Lakers and Luka Doncic made it official on Saturday. They will work in tandem to try to reach the top of the basketball world over the next few seasons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / August 2
Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Luka Doncic News
Luka Doncic is going into his first full season playing for the Los Angeles Lakers. He was scheduled to be a free agent next summer. However, the Lakers announced (on Saturday) that they had signed Doncic to a contract extension.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / August 2
Luka Doncic's Change in Physical Appearance Over Last Six Months With Lakers Draws Attention
Luka Doncic may have told the media on Saturday that he knew shortly after being traded to the Lakers that he planned to re-sign with them, but it didn't always seem that way.
Kobe Bryant News / NBA Analysis Network / August 2
How Kobe Bryant’s obsession with working hard made him the villain between him and Shaquille O’Neal
In the early 2000s, the NBA was firmly in the era of Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. They were the league’s best duo by far, but they had quite a prolific falling out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 2
LeBron James' Absence From Luka Doncic's Contract Announcement Sparks Buzz
In a move that can only be described as one of the biggest of the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to sign Luka Doncic to an extension. The deal, worth $165 million, keeps Doncic in Los Angeles for three more years before he is due for a five-year, $400 million+ deal in 2028, according to The Athletic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 2
Luka Dončić says he knew ‘pretty quick’ he wanted to stay with Lakers, credits fan reception after trade
It didn’t take Luka long after landing in Los Angeles to decide he wanted to stay with the Lakers long-term, something he credited the fans for helping make clear.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 2
Lakers’ Luka Dončić’s thankful message to LA after landing new contract
Slovenian-born Luka Dončić wants to keep making his mark in the NBA—no matter the team—and the Los Angeles Lakers are determined to be the franchise where his full potential continues to shine.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 2
Report reveals who Knicks are targeting to fill out coaching staff
As the Knicks continue to work on filling out their coaching staff under new head coach Mike Brown, Lakers assistant Greg St. Jean and Grizzlies assistant Patrick Mutombo are among the potential targets they’ve considered.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 2
Rob Pelinka Respecting LeBron James’ Decision But Believes Retiring With Lakers Would Be ‘Great’
This offseason has been a strange one for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers as despite picking up his player option for the 2025-26 season, his future with the organization remained uncertain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 2
Lakers just did Luka Doncic a $417 million favor
The Lakers are an organization that looks after its top-tier talent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 2
New Faces, Same Questions: Did Lakers Get Better?
For years, the Lakers’ offseason question has been simple: What can we do to help LeBron James chase one more ring? This summer? That question’s shifted and so has the spotlight.
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