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Thursday, May 21, 2026
Lakers Rumors: Timberwolves Assistant GM Turned Down Front Office Role

The Los Angeles Lakers are committed to building out their entire front office staff now that Mark Walter has taken over as owner. It is well known that the Lakers are pretty bare bones when it...

Lakers urged to sign $60M lob threat to replicate Luka Doncic-Dereck Lively connection

The Lakers need a true rim runner like Luka Doncic has had in the past. A big part of it is going to be getting someone like his former teammates Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively.

LeBron James reveals the scary reason every team became obsessed with stopping SGA

LeBron James broke down exactly why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a scouting report nightmare after the Thunder completed an 8-0 season sweep of the Lakers.

Lakers Notes: LeBron, Friedman, Zaidi, Pelinka, Senior

Discussing his future on the latest episode of the Mind the Game podcast with co-host Steve Nash (YouTube link), Lakers forward LeBron James said he’ll need to take some time before he decides...

Luka Doncic needs Lakers to learn from how the Nuggets cost Nikola Jokic a title

The Los Angeles Lakers will only give Luka Doncic a shot at a title if they learn from how the Denver Nuggets let Nikola Jokic down.

‘All Indications’ are LeBron James Will Return for 1 More Season

LeBron James is expected to return to the Lakers for the 2026-27 NBA season, which will likely be the final year of his historic career. Get the details. The post ‘All Indications’ are LeBron...

LeBron James: Lakers Fought To Maximum Ability But Were ‘Out-Talented’ By Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end at the hands of the defending NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder in a second-round sweep. Despite being without Luka Doncic, the Lakers gave the...

LeBron James: Lakers Fought To Maximum Ability But Were ‘Out-Talented’ By Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end at the hands of the defending NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder in a second-round sweep. Despite being without Luka Doncic, the Lakers gave the...

LeBron James reveals the one thing he wants most from Lakers for potential Year 24

LeBron James isn't interested in a Year 24 rebuild, setting a firm baseline for the Lakers' front office this offseason.

LeBron mulls Lakers-Thunder gap: 'Out-talented'

LeBron James said the Lakers were "out-talented" by the Thunder in the playoffs.

Lakers fans already hearing the same troubling narrative from last offseason

Surely, 2026-27 cannot be another gap year for the Los Angeles Lakers, right?

LeBron James puts focus on winning, unwilling to 'start over' in Year 24

LeBron James might not be willing to play for the league minimum, but if the potential Lakers free agent keeps retirement on the backburner, he's prio

Proposed California Bill Could Force Angels to Change Name

A proposed California bill could force the Angels to drop "Los Angeles" and return to the Anaheim Angels name. Here is what AB 2512 means for the team. The post Proposed California Bill Could...

Lakers Rumors: Andrew Friedman & Farhan Zaidi Involved In Assistant GM Interviews

This summer will be an extremely important one for the Los Angeles Lakers, but not just about on-court progress and building up the roster. With new owner Mark Walter entering his first offseason...

Austin Reaves rehabbed oblique injury with Dodgers medical staff

It was a pleasant surprise to the Lakers that Austin Reaves was able to return earlier than expected from his oblique strain. Thanks to his efforts to get back, Reaves helped the Lakers eliminate...

Lakers' LeBron James provides update on looming retirement decision
Lakers face tempting opening to nab polarizing Nuggets wing not named Peyton Watson

Peyton Watson's looming free agency could actually be a leverage point for the Los Angeles Lakers.

LeBron James Details Thought Process, Timeline Going Into Free Agency

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has a lot of important decisions to make this offseason. It’s no secret that the end is near for the 41-year-old, but he showed in 2025-26 that he can still...

Lakers' dream Isaiah Hartenstein situation probably won't come true

Isaiah Hartenstein is a center the Los Angeles Lakers should target this summer, but it won't be in free agency.

Lakers Rejected by Rival Executive Amid Organizational Rebuild

The Los Angeles Lakers were rejected by a rival executive, who received an offer to join the organization. The post Lakers Rejected by Rival Executive Amid Organizational Rebuild appeared first on...

LeBron James reveals clearer timeline for major free agency decision
Lakers fans got their hopes up for nothing after SGA's Isaiah Hartenstein diss

It was all one big misunderstanding.

Jarred Vanderbilt Updates State Of Relationship With JJ Redick After On-Court Confrontation

The confrontation between Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and forward Jarred Vanderbilt was a brief one, but still one that caught the eye of many watching the game. During one of the...

Lakers have one chance to avoid Luka Doncic mistake Mavericks know too well

The Los Angeles Lakers need to give Luka Doncic better depth than the Dallas Mavericks could.

AJ Dybantsa Discusses What He Learned In Workout With LeBron James

The upcoming 2026 NBA Draft is expected to be one of the most talented and deep in recent years and the top prospect in the eyes of many is BYU forward AJ Dybantsa. And the young prospect is...

Lakers' path to landing Walker Kessler isn't as simple as an offer sheet

The Utah Jazz have no real reason to not match Walker Kessler offer sheets this summer.

This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson, Byron Scott Lead L.A. Past Jazz In Game 7 Of 2nd Round Playoff Series

In 1988 the Los Angeles Lakers were looking to get back to the NBA Finals and defend their championship. L.A. dominated...

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Alex Caruso just taught Lakers another valuable lesson while LA was sitting at home

The Los Angeles Lakers were already eliminated from the playoffs, but that didn’t stop Alex Caruso from teaching his former team a lesson.

High school softball: Wednesday's Southern Section playoff scores

Southern Section high school softball playoff scores for Wednesday.

Rob Pelinka helped unleash Victor Wembanyama with Kobe-related assist

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka guided Victor Wembanyama's agent in a Kobe Bryant-like direction when it came to planning Wemby's offseason regimen.

Bronny James' golf swing makes dad LeBron look bad

The son already seems to have this figured out.

Luka Doncic could prevent Lakers from difficult but necessary move

Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic has made it clear that he wants the club to retain Austin Reaves, but that might not be in LA's best interest.

Andrew Friedman, Farhan Zaidi have sat in on interviews for Lakers assistant GM role

The Lakers’ transition from a barebones front office to one as robust as the Dodgers is not something that can happen overnight. On top of the sheer volume of hires, ensuring the right people are...

Lakers linked to 'lopsided' three-team trade for $212 million Knicks playoff star, NBA champion

A Los Angeles Lakers trade idea would land the franchise a high-level three-and-D New York Knicks wing.

USC Men’s Basketball Star Withdrawing from Draft, Returning to School

USC men's basketball star Jacob Cofie is withdrawing from the NBA Draft and is returning to the Trojans for another season. The post USC Men’s Basketball Star Withdrawing from Draft, Returning to...

Lakers embracing risky but smart Luka Doncic strategy this offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers have committed fully to involving their franchise player, Luka Doncic, in team-building conversations, but is it a good idea?

Wolves’ Steve Senior turned down Lakers offer to be Vice President of Basketball Operations

While the Lakers will have plenty of player movement with their roster this summer, there will also likely be a lot of front office movement as well. The arrival of Mark Walter as owner was always...

Lakers will have to pay steep price to pry Jalen Duren away from Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking at a huge price for Jalen Duren in free agency, and it's even one that would mean having to walk away from LeBron James.

Why Lakers didn't keep Alex Caruso even as one of LeBron James' favorite teammates

Los Angeles probably regrets this move. The Oklahoma City Thunder are grateful.

LeBron James fuels Lakers exit speculation after latest cryptic activity

Los Angeles Lakers megastar LeBron James liked a photo on Instagram that had fans buzzing about his potential departure from LA.

Lakers Undergoing ‘Full Rebuild and Retool’ This Offseason

Big changes are coming to the Los Angeles Lakers. Rob Pelinka details a "full rebuild" that includes partnering with the Dodgers for major upgrades. The post Lakers Undergoing ‘Full Rebuild and...

Lakers face a grim offseason reality fans may not be ready to accept

The Los Angeles Lakers simply don't have the salary cap space or the trade assets to pull of the magical offseason that so many fans are expecting.

LeBron James is reportedly unlikely to accept a minimum salary, which affects some suitors more than others

Even a 41-year-old James is going to draw a significant salary, but that may take more than a few teams out of the running

JJ Redick is still leaving fingerprints all over NBA Playoffs despite Lakers' exit

Despite the Los Angeles Lakers bowing out of the playoffs in the second round, JJ Redick's impact on the postseason has emerged during the Western Conference Finals.

Jake LaRavia plans to work on 3-point shot during offseason

When Jake LaRavia had it going for the Lakers, he looked like a genius signing for the franchise. He was knocking down so many threes against the Wolves to start the season that Anthony Edwards...

Lakers' potential trade offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo revealed by NBA insider

The Los Angeles Lakers now know the asking price for a possible trade involving a Milwaukee Bucks superstar.

LeBron James' legendary feat suddenly looks even more absurd after these NBA Playoffs

LeBron James making eight consecutive NBA Finals between 2011 and 2018 looks even more impressive in 2026, given the state of the league.

ESPN's Shams Charania reveals major update on LeBron James returning to the Lakers

LeBron James could be on the verge of retirement. However, after the latest reports, that doesn't sound like it will happen at all, or a break-up from LA.

Rui Hachimura Proud Of Growth As Shooter Since Joining Lakers

Rui Hachimura has grown as a player by leaps and bounds since joining the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2023. And without a doubt the area in which he has developed most is as a 3-point shooter....

Lakers hoping this is good Peyton Watson news ahead of free agency

This would be an exciting development in Los Angeles.

Best Father's Day Gifts for the Lakers Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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