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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 11
Lakers Earn Praise For ‘Underrated’ Offseason Additions
The Los Angeles Lakers are not afraid to make big moves. GM Rob Pelinka proved that last season when the Lakers traded for Luka Doncic a couple of weeks before the trade deadline.
Rob Pelinka doesn’t expect any ‘big changes’ under new owner Mark Walter 
Can things change and still remain the same? The Lakers are a well-established brand and one of the oldest teams in the NBA. The history is rich, and if you look around during a home game, you’ll see plenty of former players and coaches in new roles, remaining a part of the Lakers family.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 10
Charles Barkley speaks on LeBron James missing Lakers preseason
LeBron James is scheduled to miss all of the Lakers' preseason preparations due to sciatica in his right side.
The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 2
Anthony Davis Subtly Calls Out Rob Pelinka For Putting Career In Jeopardy Amid Major Personal Change
The Dallas Mavericks have opened training camp with a very different Anthony Davis, who has looked heavier and confirmed to be at 268 pounds, 15 more than last year, and sporting protective goggles following offseason eye surgery.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 1
Rachel Nichols Brings Up Rob Pelinka’s Cryptic Answer About Wanting LeBron James on the Roster Next Year
The NBA season is still weeks away, but folks are already anxious about the future of basketball’s most famous son, Lebron James. LeBron is about to begin his record 23rd year in the league and his eighth with the Lakers, and after exercising his player option this summer, he’s set to become a free agent next summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 29
Austin Reaves Admits Concern About Lakers Future After Rejecting Jeanie Buss & Rob Pelinka
The most talked about Los Angeles Lakers star this summer has not been LeBron James or Luka Doncic. It has been the team’s talented shooting guard, Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 28
Rob Pelinka Praises Luka Doncic’s Leadership & Personality
As the 2025-26 NBA season approaches, teams are beginning to report to training camp. The unofficial start to the Los Angeles Lakers’ season came on Thursday when general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick held a press conference ahead of Media Day next week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 28
Lakers Notes: LA Makes Roster Moves, Rob Pelinka Talks Trade Plans, LeBron James Future Predicted
The Los Angeles Lakers made a few roster moves as the offseason dwindles down. In an effort to get the best possible on-court product as possible, a 6-foot-7 guard who shot 36.2 percent from 3-point range in the G League last season inked an Exhibit 10 deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 28
Rob Pelinka Impressed With Deandre Ayton In Offseason Workouts
As the 2025-26 season fastly approaches, the Los Angeles Lakers are excited to see their new additions take the floor. At the top of the list is Deandre Ayton, a center who has averaged a double-double every year of his career and is looking to prove himself in a winning situation.
Rob Pelinka Praises Mark Walter As 'Incredible Visionary' Amid Lakers Ownership Shift
Rob Pelinka is welcoming Mark Walter to the Lakers with high praise, but he doesn’t expect big changes in the team’s direction. Speaking at a recent press conference, the Lakers GM described Walter as an “incredibly exciting leader” and “visionary,” while clarifying that Jeanie Buss will remain in charge of day-to-day operations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 27
Lakers' Trade Plans Revealed By Rob Pelinka
Has there been a change of heart for Los Angeles Lakers front office executive Rob Pelinka? More news: Dan Hurley Makes Shocking Admission About The Lakers
Rob Pelinka Doesn’t Expect Big Changes To Lakers Organization With Mark Walter In Charge
The sale of the Los Angeles Lakers from Jeanie and the Buss family to Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter is expected to be ratified by the NBA Board of Governors in the next few months, which will make Walter the official owner of the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 27
JJ Redick & Rob Pelinka Discuss Pressure For Lakers To Win Championship
The Los Angeles Lakers are always aiming high, but that is especially the case going into this season. After acquiring Luka Doncic to pair with LeBron James and then building out the roster with quality role players, the Lakers have championship aspirations in 2025-26.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 27
Lakers GM Rob Pelinka Gives Cryptic Answer When Asked About Giving LeBron James A New Deal In 2026
LeBron James' future was one of the topics that Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka addressed during his press conference on Thursday. After that media session, ESPN's Dave McMenamin asked Pelinka if he would give James a new deal in 2026, and the executive didn't confirm that he would.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Details emerge on JJ Redick's new contract extension
The Los Angeles Lakers are ready to see out the rest of the decade with JJ Redick at the helm. Redick, the Lakers head coach, recently got a new contract extension from the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 26
NBA Insider Would Be 'Shocked' if Lakers Don't Make Big Trade This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into this season thinking that they need to win now. LeBron James will end this season at 41 years old, and there are a ton of question marks surrounding LA as the season approaches.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 26
Rob Pelinka Not Willing To Discuss Contract Extension Talks With Rui Hachimura
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025-26 season with what is effectively a one-year roster. General manager Rob Pelinka kept future flexibility in mind when building out the team, as only four of their 14 players have a guaranteed contract for the 2026-27 season, not including players like Rui Hachimura.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 26
Rob Pelinka Emphasizes ‘Optionality’ In Regard To Potential Roster Moves
Los Angeles Lakers training camp and preseason starts next week, meaning the 2025-26 season is quickly approaching. The Lakers, for the first time in years, have more clarity on their roster and future with Luka Doncic in tow.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / September 25
Lakers president Rob Pelinka announces stunning JJ Redick update
Redick, 41, compiled a 50-32 record in 2024-25 as a first-time head coach with Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Rob Pelinka Offically Announces Lakers’ Decision On LeBron James’ Future After Rejecting Extension Demand
The relationship between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers has reached a fascinating crossroads this offseason. Reports from NBA insiders indicate that James wanted a contract extension from the franchise, a common move for a player of his stature.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 25
Lakers extending HC JJ Redick's contract is an unnecessary risk
On Thursday, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka unexpectedly announced that the franchise had extended Redick's contract one year after he signed a four-year, $32M deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / September 22
Lakers Abandon 2026/2027 Plans After Luka Dončić Development
LOS ANGELES — Lakers GM Rob Pelinka entered the offseason preaching patience. He emphasized optionality in roster building. The message was clear: cap space was the currency of the future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 19
Rob Pelinka More Willing To Invest In Lakers Roster After Luka Doncic’s EuroBasket Performance
The Los Angeles Lakers and general manager Rob Pelinka went into the summer of 2025 with a clear plan. They wanted to build a competitive team around Luka Doncic while maintaining flexibility to add star talent in one of the two future offseasons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 27
Lakers' front office going the extra 5,800 miles to impress Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic is preparing to represent the Slovenian national team at the FIBA EuroBasket tournament. He will be one of the star talents in the tournament.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
How much longer Rob Pelinka is expected to be Lakers GM revealed
Rob Pelinka still appears to have a very nice long runway in his current position. An update emerged over the weekend about how much longer the Los Angeles Lakers GM Pelinka is expected to remain in his post.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / August 2
Lakers' Luka Doncic signs three-year max extension
As expected, the Lakers and Luka Doncic have agreed to terms on a three-year, maximum-salary contract extension that includes a third-year player option.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 20
Luka Dončić Turning Into GM Dončić To Do Pelinka’s Job
LOS ANGELES – Luka Dončić has been a model citizen since he joined the Lakers. Chirping at refs aside, he has shown real growth alongside LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Rob Pelinka accused of pulling shady move on Lakers free agent
An unflattering claim is making the rounds this week about Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka. Pelinka has been accused of attempting to tank the market for Lakers free agent forward Dorian Finney-Smith.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 18
Lakers' desperation remains their biggest weakness
It's no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are looking for a new center. Luka Doncic has thrived when sharing the court with an athletic rim-runner, therefore, general manager Rob Pelinka has a clear goal this summer.
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