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NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 12
LeBron James Reacts To Mavericks Landing No. 1 Pick In 2025 NBA Draft Lottery
The Dallas Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers at the February trade deadline changed the entire landscape of the league for years to come.
The 'Most 30-point NBA playoff games before age 22' quiz
In NBA history, 20 players have scored 30 points in a postseason game before reaching the age of 22. How many can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 12
NBA Pundit Says Lakers Star Will Get Traded This Summer
Austin Reaves is one of the best players on the Los Angeles Lakers. He finished this past season with averages of 20.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 46.0% from the field and 37.7% from the three-point range in 73 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 12
Former Lakers Champion Has Major Personal Announcement
The Los Angeles Lakers have had many players on their rosters over the years with incredible achievements. From All-Stars, MVPs, and even All-Time scoring champions donning a Lakers uniform, Rajon Rondo added to the illustrious list with an off the court accomplishment: graduating from the University of Kentucky.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 12
LA Lakers insider makes Luka Doncic draft picks comparison about true chances of Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
The NBA offseason might just be a few weeks away, but the entire basketball world is already anticipating what could unfold between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks.
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / May 12
Latest NBA rumor would be a dream come true for former Tennessee Vols basketball star Dalton Knecht
Former Tennessee Vols standout Dalton Knecht had an up-and-down rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Knecht had moments where he looked like a future
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 12
Lakers Could Solve Roster Problems With Former Luka Doncic Teammate
The Los Angeles Lakers are planning on how to move forward after another first-round playoffs exit. A few major holes were exposed in the roster after the Minnesota Timberwolves sent them home in five games, but Bleacher Report insider Zach Buckley theorized a move that would not only address a major issue for L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 12
Shannon Sharpe points to Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant when discussing LeBron James future on the Lakers, ‘I can remember…’
Shannon Sharpe predicts LeBron James’ future as a Los Angeles Laker. The Los Angeles Lakers have a big summer ahead of them. After a disappointing first-round exit, the Lakers are looking to retool their entire team around LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 12
Brian Windhorst Claims Lakers Must Add 3–4 Key Players To Become Title Contenders
Brian Windhorst isn’t mincing words about the Los Angeles Lakers' current roster construction. Speaking on the state of the franchise after a disappointing first-round playoff exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the longtime NBA insider made it clear that this team is far from title contention.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 12
Former Lakers Rival Gives Surprising Take on LeBron James Future, Playoff Exit
Former Sacramento Kings executive and legend Vlade Divac expressed optimism about the Los Angeles Lakers, even after the team's first-round exit in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
Trey Jemison News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 12
Does Trey Jemison fill a certain archetype for the Lakers? 
Trey Jemison filled the role as backup center for the Lakers in the regular season, giving them an archetype clearly missing from their postseason run.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 12
Top NBA Draft Prospect Wants to Challenge Lakers' LeBron James
As the old adage goes, "Game recognizes game." Cooper Flagg is one of the most hyped American basketball prospects in recent memory. Hailing from Maine of all places, he became the best pro prospect in the world over the last few years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 12
Metta World Peace Was Wrong About The Los Angeles Lakers
Metta World Peace was once among the best role players in the NBA. The former St. John's star spent six (of his 17 seasons) with the Los Angeles Lakers and helped Kobe Bryant and the franchise win a title in 2010.
Bill Simmons News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Bill Simmons Makes Eye-Opening Lakers Trade Prediction That Could Change Everything
The Los Angeles Lakers were bounced out of the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite the superstar duo of LeBron James and Luka Doncic, the Lakers looked like no match for the Timberwolves.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 12
Lakers Legend Mychal Thompson Weighs in on JJ Redick, Pat Riley Comparison
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the postseason as the No. 3 seed in the loaded Western Conference, despite multiple different things going against them this season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
Reporter discusses Lakers' chances of landing Giannis Antetokounmpo
After consecutive first-round playoff exits, the Lakers must make big moves this offseason.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 12
Austin Reaves Reflects On 2024-25 Season
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves had already established himself as a legitimate NBA player the past few years, but he took his game to another level during the 2024-25 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 11
LeBron James’ Son Sends Clear Message to Savannah James on Sunday
It’s been quite an eventful year for LeBron James and his family. Just under a year ago, his son Bronny was selected in the 2024 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers, allowing father and son to share the same team for the first time.
Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / May 11
Lakers' Dalton Knecht Goes Viral for Behavior at Concert
The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end after a disappointing first-round performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who defeated L.A. in five games—despite the Lakers entering the series as favorites.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 11
Luka Doncic Praises JJ Redick, Comparing Him To European Coaches
Luka Doncic had the most emotional season of his career this past year as he was shockingly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, a move that shook the NBA to its core.
Rob Pelinka News / Last Word On Sports / May 10
Rob Pelinka Explains Choice to Keep Veteran Center for Playoffs
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed center Alex Len to recoup from the rescinded Mark Willams trade, fans expected him to be a decent contributor for the rest of the season and, ideally, the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 9
LeBron James once again shades Lakers' front office
Reflecting on their series loss, LeBron James feels it's unfair for the media to blame him and Luka Doncic for his team's playoff flameout.
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