Collin Sexton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 7

Collin Sexton: Walker Kessler Will Have Huge Impact Defensively For Lakers

The start of training camp is nearly here for the Los Angeles Lakers as they begin their preparation for the 2026-27 season. L.A. retooled its roster around star Luka Doncic and at the forefront was bringing in a cornerstone center in Walker Kessler.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 6

Collin Sexton Explains What Drew Him To Lakers In Free Agency

Collin Sexton was a surprise signing for the Los Angeles Lakers, as there was no prior reported interest from the team. However, it appeared that general manager Rob Pelinka wanted to invest in bench scoring and frankly is not a bad decision after the second unit struggled greatly the last two seasons.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 6

NBA Notes: Lakers, Collin Sexton, Hawks, Heat, Bobby Portis Jr.

Collin Sexton has bounced around the NBA lately. He’s hoping the Lakers become something more permanent. Sexton signed a two-year, $19 million contract with Los Angeles this summer after finishing last season with the Bulls.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / September 5

‘Opportunity To Win’ Attracted Collin Sexton To Lakers

The Lakers made a series of moves to rework their roster in early July, including the addition of Collin Sexton in free agency. In an interview with ESPN LA (Twitter video link), Sexton explains why he chose to come to Los Angeles.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 5

Collin Sexton Enjoyed On And Off Court Aspects Of Lakers’ Slovenia Trip

The Los Angeles Lakers are unquestionably Luka Doncic’s team. The franchise rebuilt their roster around Doncic in the offseason, letting several long-term Lakers walk in the process, to move the team over to Doncic’s leadership.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 4

Collin Sexton Gets Real On Walker Kessler’s Impact For The Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers made a flurry of moves this offseason, turning LeBron James, Marcus Smart, and Rui Hachimura into Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, Jaden Hardy, Kevon Looney, and Sandro Mamukelashvili (among others).

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 4

Collin Sexton Reveals What Drew Him To Lakers Early In Free Agency

Collin Sexton has a lot of reasons for being attracted to the Los Angeles Lakers early in free agency, but the biggest one was pretty simple: he wanted a chance to impact winning on one of the NBA’s biggest stages.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 3

Collin Sexton Could Solve Lakers’ Backup Point Guard Needs, Claims NBA Insider

The Los Angeles Lakers were among the most active teams in the league early in the offseason. To address the departure of several key players, the Purple and Gold made significant moves to upgrade their roster.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 31

Collin Sexton brings much needed scoring off the bench

Parting ways with every free agent not named Austin Reaves this summer opened up positions across the roster. Shot creation and guard threats were thin behind the backcourt, leading them to come to terms with Collin Sexton on a two-year, $19 million deal.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 11

Collin Sexton Reveals Reason Behind Selecting No. 10 As Lakers Jersey Number

Bench production was an area of weakness for the Los Angeles Lakers last year, and Collin Sexton’s signing is a step in the right direction toward addressing it.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 8

Collin Sexton Excited To Reunite With Walker Kessler On Lakers

A signing that went under the radar for the Los Angeles Lakers was guard Collin Sexton, who figures to give them a much-needed scoring punch off the bench.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 3

Watch: Collin Sexton & Walker Kessler Team Up In Pickup Runs

New Los Angeles Lakers acquisitions Collin Sexton and Walker Kessler have plenty of history together. Not only were the two teammates with the Utah Jazz, but they also grew up near each other with Kessler hailing from Atlanta while Sexton is from nearby Marietta.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 2

Collin Sexton Discusses How He Got ‘Young Bull’ Nickname

Heading into the 2026-27 season, the Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of new faces and one of them Collin Sexton, who was added in free agency to be a potential spark plug off the bench.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 1

Collin Sexton: Lakers Want Toughness On Both Sides Of Ball

One free agency signing for the Los Angeles Lakers that may be the least talked about is the addition of point guard Collin Sexton. The former lottery pick brings serious offensive firepower and will bring a big boost off the bench for the Lakers while also being more than capable of starting if need be.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 26

Collin Sexton Discusses How His Game Will Benefit Luka Doncic

The addition of guard Collin Sexton is expected to give a big boost to the Los Angeles Lakers bench, which was one of the worst in the NBA last season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 1

Lakers continue free agency splash, sign Collin Sexton to two-year deal

The Lakers just keep adding. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Los Angeles has agreed to a two-year, $19 million contract with free-agent guard Collin Sexton.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Lakers, Collin Sexton Agree To Two-Year Deal

Free agent guard Collin Sexton has agreed to terms with the Lakers on a two-year, $19MM deal, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The contract includes a player option for the second season, Charania adds (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23

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