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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 18
Matisse Thybulle fills a desperate defensive need 
After the Lakers’ four presumed starters, all other spots in the rotation are up for grabs as training camp begins. A summer defined by change and considerable turnover moved in a hopeful direction toward more defense with some key acquisitions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 15
Can Matisse Thybulle remain healthy enough to fortify the Lakers’ defense?
Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 21
Matisse Thybulle Opens Up On Being A Laker And The Inspiration Behind His New Jersey Number
The Los Angeles Lakers‘ roster underwent some drastic changes this summer. To address the departure of key figures, the Lakers turned their attention to the free-agent market, acquiring a mix of talented young players and veterans.
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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 20
Matisse Thybulle Chose 26 As New Jersey Number For ‘Fresh Start’
This offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers identified one of their biggest roster needs as perimeter defense. The roster sorely needed players that could wreak havoc on that end of the court and they were able to bring in one of the best in the league in Matisse Thybulle.
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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 10
Matisse Thybulle Among Highest-Rated Players For Steals In NBA 2K27
Finding low-risk, high-reward signings is difficult in today’s NBA. But the Los Angeles Lakers may have found one in Matisse Thybulle, as he ranks among the best defenders in the league when healthy.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 28
NBA Notes: Lakers, Matisse Thybulle, Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Nuggets
The Lakers continue to prioritize defense. Los Angeles officially signed veteran wing Matisse Thybulle to a one-year, veteran’s minimum contract, adding another accomplished perimeter defender to a roster that has undergone significant changes this offseason.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 27
Lakers Sign Matisse Thybulle To One-Year Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed wing Matisse Thybulle to a reportedly one-year, $3.3 million contract. Thybulle had spent the last four seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers after beginning his career with the Philadelphia 76ers, who drafted him in the first round of the 2019 NBA Draft.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Luka Doncic gives Lakers a golden opportunity to restore their glory
The Lakers have been handed the type of opportunity most franchises spend decades chasing.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 23
Matisse Thybulle ‘Fully Healthy’ This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers’ latest signing has the potential to be an extremely impactful one in wing Matisse Thybulle. He has proven himself to be one of the best perimeter defenders in the league since he entered the NBA and is a two-time Second Team All-Defense selection.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 21
Lakers preparing for life after LeBron James one small move at a time
Los Angeles cannot replace James with one signing.
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NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 21
3 Players Blazers Can Sign After Matisse Thybulle Joins Lakers
The Portland Trail Blazers have a vacancy on their roster after Matisse Thybulle signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. The Blazers could benefit from adding a wing, especially one that specializes in defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 21
Matisse Thybulle Spoke With JJ Redick & Luka Doncic Before Signing
The Los Angeles Lakers recently made another addition to their roster, agreeing to sign veteran defensive wing Matisse Thybulle to a one-year contract.
Matisse Thybulle Is a No-Brainer Defensive Signing for Lakers
Rob Pelinka has done it again, adding another valuable piece to the Lakers’ rotation at a low price. The Lakers signed defensive stalwart Matisse Thybulle to a one-year, $3.3 million deal.
NBA News / Field Level Media / July 20
Report: Matisse Thybulle agrees to 1-year deal with Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with free agent forward Matisse Thybulle, ESPN reported on Monday. Thybulle, 29, has appeared in just 45 games over the last two seasons due to a rash of knee, ankle, hip and thumb injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20
Lakers sign former All-Defense team member to 1-year deal
The Los Angeles Lakers are upgrading their perimeter defense with a free agent move they made on Monday. The Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with wing Matisse Thybulle, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 21
Lakers signing Matisse Thybulle to one-year contract
The Lakers have added another veteran wing. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Los Angeles is signing free agent forward Matisse Thybulle to a one-year, $3.3 million contract.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 20
Lakers To Sign Matisse Thybulle To One Year Contract
The Lakers are signing forward Matisse Thybulle on a one-year, $3.3MM contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. As The Athletic’s Jovan Buha points out (Twitter link), the Lakers will now have 16 players with guaranteed contracts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / July 17
Los Angeles Lakers Rumors: Matisse Thybulle Drawing Interest From The Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to be at the forefront of NBA rumors this offseason, most recently expressing interest in an elite defender. Matisse Thybulle has been a reported target of the Lakers.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 16
Lakers Free Agent Rumors: Interest In Matisse Thybulle
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently putting the finishing touches on their roster for the 2026-27 season after completely overhauling things this summer.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / July 16
Lakers Show Interest In Matisse Thybulle
The Lakers remain on the lookout for upgrades to their perimeter defense and have registered interest in free agent wing Matisse Thybulle, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link).
Philadelphia 76ers News / Stadium Rant / July 1
Philadelphia 76ers Rumors: Should The Team Consider A Matisse Thybulle Reunion?
The Philadelphia 76ers rumors this offseason have not been filled with the typical star power that they’ve normally had. Instead, they’ve been leaning more towards the role players and depth pieces to help fill up the roster.
Portland Trail Blazers News / BasketballNews.com / April 22
Matisse Thybulle: More Than Basketball
There is a version of Matisse Thybulle that the casual fan never sees. Not the one locking down guards at the point of attack, reading passing lanes before they open, or flying in for a block that shifts the momentum of a game.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 31
Trail Blazers confirm timeline for return for wing Matisse Thybulle
Trail Blazers wing Matisse Thybulle underwent surgery on Friday morning.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 18, 2025
Blazers' Matisse Thybulle Reveals Major Update on Future With Team
The Portland Trail Blazers were not able to make the playoffs this year. They tried very hard after the trade deadline to make a push for the play-in, but they fell short.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 18, 2024
Blazers swingman to miss start of season
He’s a talented, versatile wing defender, having made a pair of All-Defensive second teams during his time in Philadelphia.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 8, 2023
Trail Blazers wing 'desperately' wanted to join Luka Doncic and the Mavericks
Matisse Thybulle signed a three-year, $33 million offer sheet with the Dallas Mavericks this week in hopes of exiting Portland. However, to his dismay, the Trail Blazers matched the deal, keeping Thybulle in the Pacific Northwest.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2023
'Poison pill' doesn't deter Trail Blazers from matching offer sheet
Dallas put a poison pill in Matisse Thybulle's contract offer. Portland swallowed it anyway.
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