Los Angeles Lakers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

LeBron James Continues Communicating with Lakers Despite Rumors of Unhappiness

LeBron James is currently spending time in his home state of Ohio. Be it working out or golfing, the 40-year-old is going through his offseason schedule before ramping up his conditioning for what would be his 23rd season in the league.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Lakers Star Could Enter Unprecedented Territory After Extension

Luka Doncic already made headlines this past weekend by signing a three-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. While it’s a huge step for both Doncic and the purple and gold, the rich could get even richer.

Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

How many of the yearly NBA playoff leaders in points-per-game in the post-merger era (1977 to present) can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA active leaders in 20-point-per-game seasons' quiz

The 'Triple-doubles from the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA First-Team All-Rookie selections since 2014-15' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time

The NBA has produced some memorable characters during its long and storied existence, but some were undoubtedly more peculiar than others. Here's our look at 25 that stand out -- for better or worse, listed in alphabetical order.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / August 4

Shaquille O’Neal’s Former Lakers Teammate 'Calls Cap' On Shaq Claiming He’d Win 3 Titles With Tracy McGrady

Tracy McGrady, an elite-level scorer who had to retire without winning a ring, controversially stated earlier this year that he would have won the same number of championships as Kobe Bryant if he had been Shaquille O’Neal’s No.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 4

Rob Pelinka’s timeline with Lakers revealed after $10 billion sale, why his seat is safe on one condition

The Los Angeles Lakers were sold to Mark Walter for $10 billion, but he is not expected to clean house until one long-standing Lakers’ piece is out of the way, which could take several years.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Rich Paul Announces Final Decision on LeBron James, Lakers Trade

LeBron James is returning to the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season after exercising his $52.6 million player option—making him the first NBA player in history to play a 23rd season.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

Here's the best shooter in the world, followed by the 24 guys who have a legitimate claim at being the second-best shooter in the world.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 4

Bronny James blasted for failing to turn up to Luka Doncic presentation with LA Lakers, ‘you’re the last guy…’

Broadcaster Dan Patrick has criticized Bronny James for failing to attend Luka Doncic’s contract presentation. Luka Doncic extended his contract with the LA Lakers, committing his future to the franchise with a three-year, $165 million deal.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 4

‘They had cut up’… How the Showtime Lakers dealt with ‘boredom,’ reveals Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

The Showtime era was arguably the most exciting time to be a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers. After all, the Los Angeles Lakers fans witnessed the dynamic duo of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson lead the team to five NBA titles during the 1980s.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NFL mascot names' quiz

The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / August 4

NBA Players React To Viral Video Of Lakers Legend Magic Johnson

Over the summer, Magic Johnson has been very active on social media. The Los Angeles Lakers legend recently posted a video that went viral. His post had over 160,000 likes.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / August 4

Rumor: Lakers Stars LeBron James, Luka Dončić ‘Hold Respect And Reverence For One Another’

Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Luka Dončić “hold respect and reverence for one another,” according to NBA reporter Dave McMenamin of ESPN.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 4

Former Lakers NBA Champion Signs With Surprising Team

Former Los Angeles Lakers champion and center, JaVale McGee, will continue his professional career next season. More news: Lakers' LeBron James Privately Congratulated Luka Doncic on Extension: Report According to ESPN, McGee will sign a deal with the NBL’s Illawarra Hawks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 4

Sources: Inside LeBron James’ ‘constant’ Lakers contact amid offseason rumors

It has been a busy offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers. Aside from bringing in proven, experienced players like Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton to play alongside Luka Doncic, as well as giving their new star a massive contract extension, the Lakers have faced a lot of questions surrounding LeBron James’ immediate future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 4

Rumor: Lakers Motivated By ‘Flexibility,’ Not Pining For Another Star

The Los Angeles Lakers are motivated by “flexibility,” not pining for another star, according to NBA reporter Dave McMenamin of ESPN. The Lakers signed Luka Dončić to a three-year, $165 million extension this past weekend.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 4

Lakers Make Major 2025-26 Season Announcement

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a huge announcement about their 2025-26 NBA season. More news: Anthony Davis Getting Paid $25 Million More Than Lakers’ Luka Doncic Khobi Price of The Southern California News Group reveals that Los Angeles has now announced its complete preseason schedule for this year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 4