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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 23

Deandre Ayton Appreciates JJ Redick & Lakers Coaching Staff Having His Back

One of the most interesting pieces of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season was center Deandre Ayton. The former first overall pick came to L.A. looking to revitalize his career under the brightest lights and while there were some positive times, there were some rough stretches as well.

Austin Reaves News / Total Pro Sports / May 23

Austin Reaves Makes Feelings Clear on Wanting to Run It Back With LeBron and the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season wrapped up with a disappointing exit in the conference semifinals, leaving fans questioning the future of the team’s big three: Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 23

'Can’t Find a Better Combination': Rich Paul Chooses Mavs Star over Dwyane Wade as a Better Fit With LeBron James

Throughout his 23-year career, LeBron James has had memorable partnerships with several players. But according to James’ agent and friend, Rich Paul, nobody comes close to his partnership with a Cavaliers player who currently wears the Mavericks jersey.

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to score 35 points, dish out five assists and haul in five rebounds in a Conference Final game at least once can you name in six minutes?

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LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / May 23

LeBron James Happy To Go Into Offseason Without Needing Rehab

For LeBron James to still be playing at such a high level in his 23rd NBA season at 41 years is truly unbelievable. But the work that James has to put in on his body to step on the court for the Los Angeles Lakers should not go unnoticed.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 23

Lakers facing difficult financial balancing act with LeBron James

LeBron James is headed toward free agency again, and according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the biggest question may not be whether the Lakers want him back.

Rob Pelinka News / Lakers Nation / May 23

Rob Pelinka: Tony Bennett Has Been Invaluable Addition To Lakers Front Office

Under new ownership, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to gain any advantage they can, and one way to do that is by adding to their front office. One of their recent additions was bringing on former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett as a draft advisor to Rob Pelinka.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 23

Los Angeles Lakers Reportedly Zeroing In on Major Defensive Upgrade in Trade Talks

The Los Angeles Lakers are eager to do a roster shakeup following their disappointing exit from the league this year. Now, the biggest news has been rumors regarding LeBron James’ potential future with the team.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 23

Austin Reaves wants to ‘run it back’ with Lakers, LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves expressed a strong interest in returning to the team and continuing his partnership with LeBron James following the franchise’s playoff exit.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 22

Luka Dončić says he feels ‘very comfortable’ with Lakers

While Luka Dončić ended the season sidelined with a hamstring strain, the majority of his first full season as a Laker was a success. Luka was an All-Star and was named the Western Conference Player of the Month twice.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 22

Former NBA GM Has Bold Take on What Lakers Should Do With Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into what will almost certainly be a franchise-altering offseason, filled with change and the possibility of a bright future, as they build around superstar Luka Doncic.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 22

Channing Frye pitches Lakers star LeBron James on Cavs reunion retirement tour

Former NBA player Channing Frye believes LeBron James should finish his career where it all started. As the Cleveland Cavaliers fell into a 2-0 hole against

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 22

LeBron James Breaks Down His 23rd NBA Season

No player has ever played 23 seasons in the NBA, but LeBron James has made a habit of making history throughout his career. And this season, his eighth with the Los Angeles Lakers, was truly a roller coaster ride unlike any other.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 22

Kendrick Perkins Thinks LeBron James Completely Played the Media With Latest Retirement Comments

Whether LeBron James will retire after this NBA season or not is a matter of speculation, but that does not take away the fact that the league keeps buzzing.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FortyEightMinutes / May 22

Kendrick Perkins on LeBron James: ‘He Moves Like The President’

The NBA media universe is on 48 hour streak of comparing players in the league to the President. Earlier in the week, Max Kellerman, who is business partners with power agent Rich Paul, compared asking James Harden to bring your team a championship to electing Donald Trump to fix United States.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 22

NBA insider names five potential landing spots for LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers' season has officially wrapped up after the team lost in the Western Conference semifinals, and now the focus is on LeBron James and whether his future is in Los Angeles.

James outlines timeline for deciding plans for this upcoming season

James' former teammate urges him to join Knicks or Cavaliers

James’ future with Lakers may come down to one key deadline

Notable update emerges about James’ contract plans

Lakers may already have a trade offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo

NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 22

Jason Kidd Supported Luka Doncic Trade

The Luka Doncic trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers remains one of the most shocking deals in the history of sports. The deal was so unbelievable, and so unpopular, that both of the major stakeholders in that trade on Dallas’ end — general manager Nico Harrison and head coach Jason Kidd — are no longer with the team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 22

NBA Insider Drops Truth Bomb on Lakers’ Luka Doncic-Giannis Antetokounmpo Dream Pair Efforts

The Los Angeles Lakers may have stumbled in the conference semifinals this season, but their sights are set high for a brighter future. With aspirations of pairing Luka Doncic with superstar talent, the Lakers are reportedly eyeing Giannis Antetokounmpo for a potential trade during the offseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 22

Lakers may already have a trade offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo

More often than not, the Los Angeles Lakers will be tied to every single big-name player who becomes available. As such, and given that LeBron James will probably leave in free agency, it's not much of a surprise to see them tangled up in trade rumors for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Lakers' reported trade offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo is revealed

Lakers' LeBron James outlines timeline for deciding plans for this upcoming season