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Monday, July 20, 2026
Lakers reportedly hit roadblock with $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion despite mutual interest

The Los Angeles Lakers have wanted to get a deal done for an NBA champion athletic wing. It seems like those ambitions are quickly fading.

Pat Riley knows he had to 'let go' after LeBron James left Heat: 'I thought we were looking at a dynasty'

Does LeBron harbor any of the same regret, and will it factor into his 2026 decision we're all waiting on?

Lakers' next move after Matisse Thybulle signing should have happened already

It is time for the Los Angeles Lakers to get rid of Jarred Vanderbilt, one way or another.

Lakers Sign Former 2-Time All-Defensive Team Forward

The Los Angeles Lakers made another signing to add to their long list of offseason acquisitions, adding forward Matisse Thybulle. The post Lakers Sign Former 2-Time All-Defensive Team Forward...

Walker Kessler might've saved Lakers from costly Jonathan Kuminga gamble

The Los Angeles Lakers can justify paying a high price for Walker Kessler, whereas they couldn't have done the same for Jonathan Kuminga.

Lakers reportedly checked in on Mavericks' $88M lockdown defender as Jonathan Kuminga plan B

The Lakers have been wanting to get a deal done with Jonathan Kuminga. It turns out they are already exploring alternative options incase a deal does not get done.

Lakers sign Matisse Thybulle to a one-year deal as roster overhaul continues

Matisse Thybulle, who spent last season playing for the Portland Trail Blazers, made the NBA’s All-Defensive team twice over his seven-year career.

The Lakers are signing Matisse Thybulle, which creates a roster crunch a Bronny James trade could solve

The Lakers' roster now stands at 16 players, and they'll have to trim it before the beginning of the season

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, 2

Sources: Thybulle, Lakers agree to 1-year deal

Free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has agreed on a one-year, $3.3 million deal to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, sources told ESPN.

Louis Tomlinson moving his concert could signal LeBron James signing with Miami Heat

The clues could be everywhere, depending on what you want to believe.

Lakers may have quietly ended Jonathan Kuminga pursuit with Matisse Thybulle

The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a one-year deal with Matisse Thybulle, raising questions about their interest in Jonathan Kuminga.

Lakers' Matisse Thybulle signing solves one problem but creates another

The Los Angeles Lakers signed Matisse Thybulle to help solve their biggest problem, but he can’t be the only answer.

Dodgers Acquire Another Bullpen Arm in Rockies Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly acquired a new bullpen arm in the trade with the Colorado Rockies, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post on X. The Dodgers received right-handed...

Luka Doncic makes stance clear on Lakers roster with eight-word message

The Los Angeles Lakers' star point guard didn't mince his words on the franchise's offseason moves.

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. More to come…

Lakers sign Matisse Thybulle to one-year deal

The Lakers have made another perimeter signing to address their need for defense. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the purple and gold have agreed to a one-year deal with Matisse Thybulle. The...

Who is Matisse Thybulle? What Lakers fans should know about new free agent signing

Thybulle is one of the most unique players in the NBA.

Lakers Rumors: Matisse Thybulle Signing One-Year Contract

The next time the Los Angeles Lakers take the court, they will look much different than the last time they did as Rob Pelinka has completely overhauled the roster around Luka Doncic and Austin...

Lakers Rumors: Still ‘Monitoring’ Market For Big Men

The Los Angeles Lakers’ big man rotation has undergone a complete overhaul this offseason. Rob Pelinka and the front office pulled off a sign-and-trade for Walker Kessler to be the team’s starting...

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Bruin-Filled Utah Talons Clinch No. 1 Seed, AUSL Championship Berth

UCLA softball has several alumni and coaches competing in the second-ever season of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League. The Utah Talons feature the most former Bruins, with its roster...

Lakers Rumors: Arthur Kaluma Being Considered For Two-Way Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers had multiple standouts during Summer League this year. Rookie Cameron Carr and second-year wing Adou Thiero both had great showings, but one player who stepped up out of...

Lakers send clear message to Jonathan Kuminga they should stick to

The Los Angeles Lakers have pursued Jonathan Kuminga this offseason, but they haven't been willing to give him what he wants.

Lakers found a gem nobody expected to be this good — and he's a perfect Luka Doncic complement

One Los Angeles Lakers player is making a case to give him real minutes on the court.

Warriors Notes: Cryer, Jones, Richard, Ike, Thompson, Preseason Schedule

Lottery pick Yaxel Lendeborg wasn’t the only notable Warriors performer en route to winning the Las Vegas Summer League title. Monte Poole of NBCSportsBayArea.com reviews the performances of four...

Lakers’ Summer League Standout Making Strong Case for Two-Way Contract

After a standout performance in Summer League this year, forward Arthur Kaluma has made a strong case for the Los Angeles Lakers to sign him to a two-way contract. Kaluma went undrafted in the...

Lakers facing big training camp battle after Cameron Carr's standout summer league

Cameron Carr could be poised to keep new Los Angeles Lakers guard Jaden Hardy on the bench next season.

Lakers Notes: Kuminga, Thybulle, Kaluma, Assistant GM Opening

Momentum has “stalled” on the Lakers‘ pursuit of free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic. Rumors connecting Kuminga to Los Angeles have been ongoing since late...

LeBron James' decision timeline gets interesting update amid Heat, Warriors, Cavaliers talk

LeBron James' decision may be coming sooner than expected.

World Cup history says LeBron James will sign with the Heat

The King has something in common with Spain.

Lakers Rumors: Jonathan Kuminga Momentum Has ‘Stalled’

As the Los Angeles Lakers look to put the finishing touches on their roster for the 2026-27 season, their biggest need is a starting-caliber power forward. The name they have been linked to the...

Mookie Betts’ LGND Company Lands Major Partnership With Perfect Game

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts recently launched LGND, which is a new baseball glove company that is set to debut with two collections: the MOOK Series and MVRK Series. The new company...

Luka Doncic's quiet summer may lead to a surprise at Lakers' training camp

Los Angeles Lakers fans haven’t seen Luka Doncic on the court this summer, but the superstar is working on his game.

Jonathan Kuminga's free agency all ties into Cavs, Lakers and LeBron James

Everything in the NBA world is connected.

Despite MLB’s Worst Record, Angels Games Helped LA Author Love Baseball Again

Once again, the Los Angeles Angels are in the middle of a losing season. But even though the Halos have the worst record in MLB, the team has helped New York Times award-winning sports author Jeff...

Lakers News: Kevon Looney Excited To Team With Walker Kessler

Heading into this offseason, a big area of emphasis for the Los Angeles Lakers was bolstering the center position. They were able to do exactly that by bringing in Walker Kessler via a...

Adou Thiero earned a promotion over polarizing Lakers vet with summer league surge

It is time to slot the second-year Los Angeles Lakers forward above Jarred Vanderbilt.

Ex-76ers, Timberwolves guard suggests LeBron James' decision is here

Everyone is still waiting on James to announce what he's up to.

Austin Reaves On Growing Up Kobe Bryant Fan & LeBron James Hater

Since Austin Reaves arrived to the Los Angeles Lakers as a rookie in 2022, he quickly emerged as one of the biggest undrafter steals in recent memory. Reaves has improve in each of his five...

Lakers got the absolute steal of the draft and summer league proved it

The Los Angeles Lakers may have just changed Rob Pelinka’s draft track record with one pick.

Stein’s Latest: Duren, Kessler, Z. Williams, Dort

The Pistons have made only “modest progress” toward reaching a new contract with restricted free agent Jalen Duren, sources briefed on the talks tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription...

Yaxel Lendeborg's Warriors pitch to LeBron James was right

Lendeborg got a bit of pushback from Draymond Green.

Lakers urged to sign $45M disruptive 3-and-D veteran regardless of Jonathan Kuminga's decision

The Lakers are going after Jonathan Kuminga. However, they have been called on to sign a veteran free agent that would be massive help.

Warriors predicted to lose $305M 6-time All-Star LeBron James replacement to Heat in free agency

The Golden State Warriors have a backup plan incase they don't land LeBron James. In this potential sequence, they miss out on a Future Hall of Famer as James' backup plan.

Lakers predicted to trade Bronny James for Luka Doncic's $88M former Mavericks teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to still build their roster. In this potential deal they get a much needed weapon that already has amazing chemistry with Luka Doncic.

Sunday, July 19, 2026
Fans are beginning to call for Koby Altman's job should he fail to land LeBron James

A growing contingent of fans have started calling for Koby Altman's job should he be unable ot land LeBron James.

Miles McBride urges LeBron James to make his decision as soon as possible

The major sports event of the summer has ended, so Miles McBride wants a certain someone to hurry up.

Draymond Green already knows his role if LeBron James decides to join the Warriors

Draymond Green has no trouble accepting his role if LeBron James does end up joining the Warriors.

Former Lakers Champion Joins Cal State LA WBB Coaching Staff

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Metta World Peace, formerly known as Ron Artest, is joining the Cal State LA women’s basketball coaching staff. The program and World Peace announced in a joint...

USC’s JuJu Watkins Hosts Girls Basketball Camp at Galen Center

USC women’s basketball superstar JuJu Watkins hosted more than 150 girls at a youth basketball camp at the Galen Center on Sunday. Girls in grades third through eighth were eligible to participate...

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