Rob Pelinka: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 10

Sources: Lakers’ likeliest strategy to fixing center problem

Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers know they need at least one center. Such is agreed upon unanimously across the organization. That said, the path to filling that gaping hole in the roster is up for quite a bit more debate internally.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 9

Lakers Could Reportedly Have Tough Time Landing Center Upgrade

The Los Angeles Lakers, per usual, will be at the forefront of what is expected to be a massive NBA offseason. Although the NBA Finals are underway, the NBA offseason is at the forefront of many people’s minds, including on the side of the Lakers.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / June 4

The Thunder’s NBA Finals run highlights the Lakers’ dumbest misfire

Alex Caruso’s stellar play for the Thunder in the NBA playoffs has been a very painful reminder for Lakers fans of Rob Pelinka’s biggest faux pas. Rob Pelinka has delivered some bread from heaven over his time with the Lakers, but he’s been part of some thunderstorms as well.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 3

Lakers Realistic Center Targets Revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers have a clear hole on their roster: the center position. Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka will have a big task to address their most notable need over the off-season.

NBA News / The Lead / June 2

The Mixed Bag of Extending Rob Pelinka

As the NBA world gears up for an exciting Indiana Pacers-Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Finals, there is a lot of credit to be handed out. Credit has to be given to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has put on an MVP performance to lead a young team through a difficult West.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 2

Which Lakers Are Eligible For Contract Extensions This Offseason?

The Los Angeles Lakers have some interesting decisions ahead this offseason after a disappointing early exit from the playoffs. They lost in five games in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves, exposing some major weaknesses in their roster construction.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 25

Which Lakers Have Option Dates & When Must They Be Picked Up?

The Los Angeles Lakers’ unceremonious exit from the 2025 NBA Playoffs shined a massive spotlight on the issues with their roster construction. While no

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 23

Rob Pelinka Almost Landed Lakers Another Center at Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2024-25 season may have hinged less on the team's blockbuster steal of a deal for five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic than on the road not taken in another, more secondary trade.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 17

Lakers' Rob Pelinka Must Prove New Extension Was Justified

The Los Angeles Lakers have had an interesting ride under GM Rob Pelinka. Pelinka helped put together the Anthony Davis trade that allowed them to win a championship back in 2020.

Los Angeles Lakers 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 / Lakers Nation / May 10

Rob Pelinka Explains Why Alex Len Remained On Playoff Roster

Although the Los Angeles Lakers swung the most shocking deal in NBA history by acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks, the deal left them extremely thin in the frontcourt.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 9

Rob Pelinka Predicts A Lot Of Player Movement In NBA This Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers have an extremely important offseason ahead of them and all eyes will be on President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka to make the right moves to improve this roster.

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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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 6

Rob Pelinka Finishes Sixth In NBA Executive Of The Year Voting

Los Angeles Lakers President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka has come under a lot of scrutiny over the years for some of the moves he’s made.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 5

Watch: Luka Doncic, JJ Redick & Rob Pelinka Meet For Dinner

After a disappointing five-game series loss in their first round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers head into this offseason needing to upgrade their roster.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 3

Rob Pelinka Focused On Adding To Defensive Core On Wing During Offseason

After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, the Los Angeles Lakers head into a crucial offseason as they must find ways to add to a roster that was clearly outplayed in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 2

Rob Pelinka Reveals What Type Of Center The Lakers Will Look For This Offseason

Los Angeles Lakers GM Rob Pelinka acknowledged the team's dire need of a center heading into the offseason. While speaking at the Lakers' end of season

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1

One key area Rob Pelinka must address to bolster Lakers' roster

Rob Pelinka and the Lakers front office have their work cut out for them, and adding a center should be their top priority this summer.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 1

Rob Pelinka Emphasizes Need To Add More Size At Center Position

The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the 2025 NBA Playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves in just five games, ending what looked like a promising season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1

Lakers' early exit not on Luka Doncic or indicative of franchise's future

As the dust settles on the Lakers' season, many are speculating about the franchise's future and looking back on the decision to trade for Luka Doncic.

LeBron James takes a swipe at Lakers front office

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / April 18

Lakers extend GM Rob Pelinka, add president to title

On the eve of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers extended the contract of general manager/vice president Rob Pelinka, with a promotion included, just over two months after star Luka Doncic was acquired from the Dallas Mavericks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 18