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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 12
Get To Know New Lakers Assistant GM Eric Amsler
Coming into the offseason, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka let it be known that the franchise would be looking to hire two assistant general managers to work under him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / September 11
Lakers hire longtime Heat executive Eric Amsler as assistant GM
The Lakers have added another experienced voice beneath longtime head of basketball operations Rob Pelinka. Whether that eventually means anything for Pelinka is a question for another day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 11
Lakers Hire Keith D’Amelio As Director Of Integrated Performance Systems
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they have hired Keith D’Amelio as the team’s director of integrated performance systems. The announcement came alongside that of new assistant general manager of player personnel Eric Amsler, with both reporting to Lakers president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 9
Los Angeles Lakers Expand Front Office With New Assistant GM Under Rob Pelinka
As the Los Angeles Lakers navigate a change of ownership, they remain committed to building the best possible environment for success. While things are a bit murky at the highest level, GM Rob Pelinka’s authority remains unquestioned, and his front office staff just got bigger ahead of a pivotal season.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 9
Lakers Make Significant Front-Office Hire Amid Ownership Uncertainty
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to undergo drastic changes, from a roster overhaul to front-office moves under longtime general manager Rob Pelinka. Although
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 8
Lakers’ Scapegoat Revealed as Potential Bulls Trade Could Force Rob Pelinka to Cut Roster
Rob Pelinka made eight new additions around Luka Doncic. But the new Los Angeles Lakers, who are now younger and more athletic, have one problem before the season kicks off.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 6
Luka Doncic’s Father Unsure Rob Pelinka Built A Good Lakers Team: 'We’ll See'
Luka Doncic’s father, Sasa Doncic, is seemingly taking a patient approach to the Los Angeles Lakers‘ busy offseason. As he made it clear, he is not yet fully convinced that Rob Pelinka has built the right team around his son.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 31
Lakers rumors: Rob Pelinka’s ambitious plan stuck in neutral after $12.5 billion sale agreement
In the wake of Josh Kushner and Bob Iger purchasing the Los Angeles Lakers, the job description of president of basketball operations and GM Rob Pelinka could soon change before the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 28
3 New Targets Emerge for Lakers After Rob Pelinka Misses Jonathan Kuminga in Free Agency: Report
Rob Pelinka has already made significant changes to the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster this offseason, adding nine new players. But one key need of a starting-caliber forward remained.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19
Notable update emerges on Rob Pelinka amid Lakers drama
Rob Pelinka is apparently smiling through the metaphorical fire going on around him right now. The Los Angeles Lakers GM Pelinka is “excited” about the team’s incoming new ownership and thinks that the change is a “good thing,” Pete Zayas of The Athletic reported this week on an episode of the “Lakers Collective” podcast.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 19
Lakers news: Insiders hit Rob Pelinka with ominous warning after $12.5 billion sale
Following the pending sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to the duo of Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, one of the biggest questions that came up in the immediate aftermath is what that meant for the future of general manager Rob Pelinka.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 18
Rob Pelinka’s Job May Be In Jeopardy After Lakers Sale
In the NBA, change often comes from the top down. When a new owner takes over, or opts for a major shake-up, it’s typically the front office that first experiences a personnel shift.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / August 18
Rob Pelinka More Likely to Lose Lakers Job as Insider Pinpoints JJ Redick’s Rapport With New Owner
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new era, and the changes could reach far beyond ownership. Jeanie Buss and the Buss family are seemingly out, while Mark Walter has stepped away.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HerSportsNation / August 14
Stephen A. Smith predicts Rob Pelinka’s Lakers exit after $12 billion sale
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into another major transition, and this time the uncertainty extends beyond the ownership group. Following the franchise’s record-setting sale to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, questions are already emerging about who will remain in charge of basketball operations.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 14
NBA Notes: Lakers, Rob Pelinka, Wizards, Alex Sarr, Timberwolves
The Lakers have new owners coming. Whether they’ll eventually want a new person running basketball operations remains to be seen. Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports that Rob Pelinka’s long-term standing is one of the questions surrounding the franchise after Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agreed to purchase the Lakers from Mark Walter.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 13
'Rob Pelinka Will Not Be There': NBA Analyst Expects Major Shake-Up in Lakers After $12.5 Billion Sale
In just over a year of owning the Los Angeles Lakers, Mark Walter is stepping away. Now, this decision could cause trouble for the President of Basketball Operations and GM, Rob Pelinka.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6
Five NBA observations following the first wave of free agency
LeBron James is a free agent, Jaylen Brown is a Sixer, Kawhi Leonard is a Raptor (again) and the Lakers just bet the farm on Walker Kessler. Here are five observations after the first wave of free agency didn't disappoint.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 2
Anthony Davis Laughs At Social Media Post Blasting Rob Pelinka
The pressure was on the Los Angeles Lakers front office and general manager Rob Pelinka to make some big moves this summer as this was the offseason the franchise targeted to truly reset and build the team around superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers 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 / Yardbarker / May 12
Lakers GM Rob Pelinka makes revealing comments on LeBron James
So, do the Lakers want James back next season to see how this story could end? Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka sent a clear and strong message about that.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 9
Rob Pelinka hints at Lakers offseason blueprint inspired by Dodgers’ success
Pelinka opened up about how the Lakers plan to follow the Dodgers' blueprint as they rebuild their basketball operations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 6
The NBA’s biggest head-scratchers from 2026 trade deadline
The NBA trade deadline delivered chaos, star power and more than a few “wait… what?” moments.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
Rob Pelinka’s Lakers cannot be what JJ Redick wants them to be
Redick has expressed frustrations at his team's shortcomings this season, but it's Pelinka who should be taking the heat.
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.
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.
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