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Monday, October 12, 2026
Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' jersey sells for $14 million. Only Babe Ruth’s 'called shot' jersey has fetched more

A Miami real estate magnate purchased the autographed road jersey, which Jordan wore during Game 2 of the 1988 Finals. The Bulls won the NBA championship that season.

Atlanta Dream will host at least two WNBA Finals games. But exactly where is yet TBD

The Atlanta Dream will host Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries, plus Game 6 if necessary, but it's unclear where those games will take place.

Quentin Grimes Reveals How He Celebrated Signing With Lakers

When it comes to their free agency signings, the biggest contract given out by the Los Angeles Lakers went to guard Quentin Grimes who signed a four-year, $60 million deal after spending the last...

Lakers cut ties with rookie forward, sign 6-foot-10 ex-Rockets center

The Los Angeles Lakers make a few roster adjustments last Friday.

UCLA Get Disastrous Nico Iamaleava News After Oregon Upset

No. 12 UCLA Bruins starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava will miss the rest of the season after sustaining a knee injury. The post UCLA Get Disastrous Nico Iamaleava News After Oregon Upset appeared...

Dalton Knecht is one week away from finding out his Lakers future

The deadline to trim the roster ahead of NBA Opening Night is rapidly approaching for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers' Walker Kessler gives major injury update, shows trust in staff ahead of Warriors game

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to get their big man back for at least one preseason game. The newly acquired center made his intentions clear on Sunday.

JJ Redick Has Yet To Finalize Lakers’ Starting Lineup

One of the big stories going into training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers was which two players would be round out the team’s starting lineup on Opening Night. Head coach JJ Redick made it clear...

Lakers predicted to cut ties with Dalton Knecht, trade $48M defensive menace seeking fresh start

The Los Angeles Lakers have some roster construction to figure out. In this potential deal, they let go of someone they once valued highly.

Lakers are perfectly positioned to cash in on a Jake LaRavia breakout season

The Los Angeles Lakers have the money to pay up for a Jake LaRavia breakout season.

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Coy About Potential New Shoe Deal

Back in 2023, as he was first beginning to come into his own as a core player for the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves signed his first signature shoe deal with Chinese brand Rigorer. Reaves’...

JJ Redick's latest Lakers starter comments have Ziaire Williams written all over them

It sure sounds like the Los Angeles Lakers head coach was referring to Ziaire Williams without actually saying it.

Anthony Davis-Luther Burden III beef: Why Wizards star, Bears WR traded jabs in Instagram comments

Davis, a Packers fan, had a back-and-forth exchange with Chicago's wide receiver on social media on Sunday night.

Maybe Bob Iger and Josh Kushner didn’t overpay for the Lakers after all?

In June 2025, the Buss family agreed to sell majority ownership of the Lakers to Mark Walter at a valuation of roughly $10 billion. Less than one year after he was officially confirmed by the...

Walker Kessler Returns To Full Practice; Eager To Make Lakers Preseason Debut

Walker Kessler was the big acquisition of the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers, but fans have yet to see him in action this preseason. Kessler injured his right pinky finger after jamming it...

Walker Kessler's preseason debut is near and the Lakers have questions to answer

It is almost time for Walker Kessler to help the Los Angeles Lakers figure out even more about who they are.

Lakers Notes: Kessler, Sexton, Smart, Mamukelashvili

Defense has been an issue in recent seasons for the Lakers, who are counting on Walker Kessler to transform them on that end of the court, writes Law Murray of The Athletic. L.A. made a heavy...

Luka Doncic still needs to adjust to fully master JJ Redick's new Lakers offense

Things are still a work in progress on the offensive end for Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Details How Relationship With Luka Doncic Grew So Strong

Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are the faces of the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward after LeBron James departure. It’s been a natural progression for Reaves to get to this point, while Doncic was...

Sunday, October 11, 2026
JJ Redick admits he is still undecided about the Lakers' opening night starting lineup

It seems the Lakers still have no solidified starting lineup for the 2026-27 season.

Jim Harbaugh Makes Brutal Admission After Chargers Blow Late Lead

The Chargers lost their fifth straight game on Sunday, Oct. 11th, against the Denver Broncos, officially making the season a disaster for everyone involved. The post Jim Harbaugh Makes Brutal...

Lakers Notes: Kessler, Mamukelashvili, Starters, LaRavia

The Lakers are still waiting for the debut of their prized off-season acquisition, Walker Kessler, who has been delayed in making his first on-court appearance for “precautionary” reasons relating...

Lakers center Kessler nears preseason debut after full practice

Walker Kessler is closing in on making his preseason debut with the Lakers after he was a full participant in practice Sunday.

Rams Welcome Back Aaron Donald, 2 Others for Bills Showdown

The Rams are bringing back three key players from the injured list ahead of their big MNF matchup against the Bills. The post Rams Welcome Back Aaron Donald, 2 Others for Bills Showdown appeared...

Bronny James’ good, bad, and worrying trends from Lakers’ first 3 preseason games

The Los Angeles Lakers have played three preseason games, and some trends for Bronny James are emerging in his expanded role.

JJ Redick feels the Lakers are in a good spot so far this preseason

Preseason results are thoroughly meaningless. With players shuffling in and out of the lineup as everyone ramps up for the regular season, it’s hard to place too much emphasis on the wins and...

Sandro Mamukelashvili gives Lakers an option they haven't had since Lamar Odom

The Los Angeles Lakers signed Sandro Mamukelashvili to be a bench big man with a versatile skill set they haven’t had since Lamar Odom.

Luka Doncic Pleased With Lakers’ Defense In Preseason

Luka Doncic is arguably the No. 1 believer in this new-look Los Angeles Lakers roster. He was in close collaboration with general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick in constructing how...

Luka Doncic looks ready to make case for best player in world after rare summer hiatus

The Los Angeles Lakers need Luka Doncic to be in the MVP race this season, and his time off has the superstar looking ready from the jump.

Lakers' JJ Redick gives major Walker Kessler injury update after recent finger issue

The Los Angeles Lakers have been without Walker Kessler the entire season. Lakers head coach JJ Redick gave an injury update on Saturday.

Lakers' Luka Doncic reveals how he let LeBron James and LA down last season following injury

The Los Angeles Lakers fell short of their goal last season. Luka Doncic just got honest about how he let LA down last season in the playoffs despite not playing.

Lincoln Riley Eases Pressure With Huge USC Win at Penn State

USC needed to beat Penn State on Sunday, Oct. 11th, to avoid dropping out of the College Football Playoff race and ease some pressure. The post Lincoln Riley Eases Pressure With Huge USC Win at...

JJ Redick Details Keys To Lakers’ Lineups Without Walker Kessler

Through three games, the Los Angeles Lakers have not seen Walker Kessler in preseason action due to a finger injury. With only two exhibition games remaining, the hope for head coach JJ Redick is...

Kyrie Irving appreciates Cooper Flagg's strengths that are similar to LeBron James

Kyrie Irving has compared the young star to some of his iconic former teammates.

Lakers' JJ Redick issues early-season challenge to LA as rebounding concerns start to take shape

The Los Angeles Lakers have a potential big problem that could hurt them in most games. Head coach JJ Redick has already sent a message to get it cleaned up.

Kevon Looney: Lakers Have ‘Utmost Confidence’ In Luka Doncic

With LeBron James departing in free agency, Luka Doncic is now the unquestioned leader of the Los Angeles Lakers and he is acting as such. Doncic organized a minicamp in his home country of...

Pistons predicted to trade for Lakers' $180M beloved combo guard to pair with Cade Cunningham

The Detroit Pistons are building the roster with young talent. In this trade proposal, they get a great young guard with plenty of experience.

Pacific Notes: Murray, Kessler, Sexton, Luka, Suns

After appearing in 80, 77, and 76 regular season games during his first three years in the NBA, Kings forward Keegan Murray was beset by health problems in 2025/26. His ’25/26 debut was delayed...

This Day In Lakers History: Game 6 Win Over Heat Clinches 2020 NBA Championship

The 2019-20 NBA season was one of the craziest ever as the league was forced to shut down due to the coronavirus...

Luka Doncic Believes Lakers Have ‘Very Deep’ Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers have seen some encouraging things through their first three preseason games after overhauling the roster this offseason. Notably, Luka Doncic looks to be in great shape once...

Lakers' final roster spot has become a two-man race with preseason over halfway done

Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy are locked in a head-to-head for spot number 15 on the Los Angeles Lakers roster.

Leaguewide roster trims won't solve Lakers' backup big man problem

There is no one on a roster bubble around the league who can truly help the Los Angeles Lakers' frontcourt.

Saturday, October 10, 2026
JJ Redick provides injury updates on Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton

After a mostly exciting week of preseason games, the biggest question for the Lakers largely center around the health of some of the top players, namely Walker Kessler. The big man has yet to suit...

Anthony Davis looks ready to put Wizards in contract dilemma Lakers happily avoided

The Los Angeles Lakers traded Anthony Davis before this contract standoff happened, but he is healthy and already making a massive impact on the Wizards.

UCLA Pulls Off Stunning Upset of Oregon in Program-Defining Win

The UCLA Bruins pulled off a massive upset on Saturday, October 10th, outplaying and outlasting the Oregon Ducks, 17-15. The post UCLA Pulls Off Stunning Upset of Oregon in Program-Defining Win...

Lakers still waiting for preseason debuts of Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton

The center and guard have lingering injuries and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.

Collin Sexton can save Bronny James from playing PG unless injuries strike

The Los Angeles Lakers clearly need a second-unit point guard, and Collin Sexton can keep Bronny James from being forced into an ill-fitting role.

What’s Going On With Walker Kessler And Collin Sexton?

The Los Angeles Lakers have played three of their five preseason games, but new acquisitions Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton have yet to see the floor. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has continued...

JJ Redick: Lakers Are Invested In Development Of Chris Mañon

One area of the organization the Los Angeles Lakers have spoken about being a priority over the past couple seasons has been their player development. The franchise wants to be able to develop...

Lakers' path to acquiring Goga Bitadze complicated by Luka Doncic dust-up

The Los Angeles Lakers could really use Goga Bitadze on their roster, but he reportedly insulted Luka Doncic's family during an on-court scuffle.

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