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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Adam Silver: NBA Will Begin Using Automated Systems For Objective Calls

Officiating has been a massive subject of conversation surrounding the NBA. That has come in the form of flopping and embellishing contact and has devolved all the way to questioning the...

Lakers worked out Villanova’s Duke Brennan

Ever since the Lakers traded away Anthony Davis to acquire Luka Dončić, they’ve been searching for a big man they can rely on. They went with Jaxson Hayes as a starter for the rest of the 2024-25...

Lakers' Peyton Watson dream could actually be falling apart

Peyton Watson is the ideal target for the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency, but he could be out of their reach.

Angels Reinstate Offseason Signing From IL Ahead of Series Finale

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated left-handed reliever Drew Pomeranz from the injured list ahead of Thursday's game. The post Angels Reinstate Offseason Signing From IL Ahead of Series Finale...

Lakers Rumors: Nets Are ‘Bidder To Watch’ For Austin Reaves

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is in line for a massive payday this summer after his best season yet. Reaves averaged a career-high 23.3 points and 4.7 rebounds while adding in 5.5 assists...

Lakers dealt gut-wrenching Mitchell Robinson blow before offseason even begins

The New York Knicks have no intention of letting their center hit free agency.

Naomi Osaka has fun with fashion at the French Open. She'll have to win again to keep playing dress-up

Naomi Osaka's fashion statements depend on her on-court performance. A win earns her another grand entrance. A loss and nobody cares what she wears on the ride home.

What LeBron James Reportedly Wants From Lakers Before Making Free Agency Decision

The free agency of LeBron James is one of the major dominos for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. L.A. can offer him more than any other team of interest to him, but the question is will they...

Lakers catch huge break with Koa Peat’s shocking NBA Draft decision

The Arizona Wildcats forward is keeping his name in the NBA Draft.

What does the future hold for Dalton Knecht?

Welcome to our annual Lakers season in review series, where we’ll look back at each player on the team’s roster this season and evaluate if they should be part of the future of the franchise....

Lonzo Ball Reveals Lakers Made Him Stop Wearing Big Baller Brand Shoes

When the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Lonzo Ball in 2017, he came to the team with a ton of pressure on him, due in large part to his father LaVar Ball constantly being in the media. He also came...

Meet the 7th-grader named Kobe Bryant whose highlights have basketball fans intrigued

This is going to be a tough one to live up to.

Free Agent Rumors: Duren, Kessler, Reaves, Dosunmu, More

Jalen Duren of the Pistons and Walker Kessler of the Jazz will be two of the top centers on the free agent market this offseason, but both will be restricted and the expectation is that they’ll...

Luke Kennard ‘Proud’ Of Way Lakers Came Together In Playoffs

When Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down due to injury at the end of the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers needed many players to step up and one of the main ones was Luke Kennard. Known...

Lakers could unlock epic advantage with bold strategy the rest of the league fears

The Los Angeles Lakers should be more willing to trade draft capital than most.

Lakers may lose Austin Reaves to surprise Eastern Conference landing spot

Los Angeles could have some competition.

This Day In Lakers History: L.A. Records 11th Consecutive Win In 1989 NBA Playoffs With Sweep Of Suns

On May 28, 1989, the Los Angeles Lakers carried a 10-game playoff winning streak into Game 4 of the NBA Western...

For Dodgers, getting to playoffs is not good enough for Mark Walter. For Lakers?

The Lakers can learn a lot by watching what Mark Walter did his first couple of years after buying the team.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Lakers Notes: LeBron, Firings, Offseason Priorities, Lottery Reform

LeBron James and his representatives are waiting for the Lakers to present an offer for next season, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said on the latest edition of The Hoop Collective podcast (YouTube...

MLB Unveils Special 4th of July Uniforms for America’s 250th Birthday

Major League Baseball is going all-out for America’s 250th birthday. Check out the special MLB Independence Day uniforms, patches, and gear coming this summer. The post MLB Unveils Special 4th of...

Lakers execute brutal offseason layoffs after devastating NBA Playoffs run

Rob Pelinka and the Lakers have executed layoffs after the LeBron James-led squad suffered an early NBA Playoffs exit.

Lakers layoffs part of sweeping changes to business operations

More than a dozen people were informed they would be losing their jobs, including those in marketing, communications and team content.

UCLA Pitcher Brings Toy Dinosaur to the Mound

UCLA baseball pitcher Angel Cervantes has caught national attention for keeping a toy dinosaur on the mound with him during his outings. The post UCLA Pitcher Brings Toy Dinosaur to the Mound...

Rams Owner Seeks $400M From Inglewood

Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke is seeking $400M from Inglewood for SoFi Stadium infrastructure, sparking a major legal battle over a 2015 agreement. The post Rams Owner Seeks $400M From...

Angels Place Nolan Schanuel on Injured List With Ankle Injury

The Los Angeles Angels placed Nolan Schanuel on the 10-day injured list with an ankle injury after missing the last two games. The post Angels Place Nolan Schanuel on Injured List With Ankle...

Source: Lakers lay off over a dozen amid reorg

The Lakers informed more than a dozen employees Wednesday they were being laid off as part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership, a source familiar with the situation told ESPN.

Sparks Star Kelsey Plum Ruled Out After Leg Injury in Practice

Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum is expected to miss at least a week after suffering a leg injury in practice. Get the latest update on her status. The post Sparks Star Kelsey Plum Ruled Out...

Lakers Employees Laid Off From Multiple Departments

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a pivotal offseason and one with plenty of intrigue under new owner Mark Walter. On the basketball front, the Lakers have several players due to become free...

High school baseball: Southern Section championship schedule

CIF Southern Section baseball championship games are set for Friday and Saturday across the Southland.

This Lakers' sneaky escape route could hand Mavs three assets including a sharpshooter for one big

An ESPN trade proposal sends Mavericks center Daniel Gafford to the Lakers for Dalton Knecht, Jarred Vanderbilt, and a 2026 first-round draft pick.

LeBron James reportedly wants Lakers to approach him with team’s plan for future

This is an odd summer for LeBron James. For the first time in his Lakers tenure, he doesn’t have a contract heading into the offseason. So now, negotiations have to begin between the Lakers and...

Shaquille O’Neal Argues In Favor Of Lakers’ Arena Over Madison Square Garden

There are certain arenas in the NBA in which the vibe and feel of games, especially high stakes ones, are just different. In the minds of many, Madison Square Garden in New York City is at the top...

UCLA Announces Start Times, Channels for First 3 Football Games

The 2026 UCLA Bruins football schedule is locked in for the first 3 games. Find out when and where to watch the Bruins take on Cal, SDSU, and Purdue. The post UCLA Announces Start Times, Channels...

Lakers have a realistic path to recreating Knicks' magical run to NBA Finals

The Los Angeles Lakers may find it difficult to re-sign Rui Hachimura to a reasonable deal. Thankfully, his replacement is a trade away.

Anthony Davis Reveals Which Former Lakers Teammate He Misses Most

Former Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis spent more than five years with the organization and during that time, developed many great friendships and relationships that he maintains still to...

Lakers lost ideal Deandre Ayton replacement to disappointing NBA Draft withdrawal

Flory Bidunga chose another season in the NCAA over the 2026 NBA Draft.

Mavericks accidentally did Wizards dirty without even trying in Anthony Davis trade

Dallas traded Anthony Davis to Washington for cap space and draft picks, leaving the Wizards to figure out a future with Anthony Davis.

Lakers offseason tier list: Who stays, who goes, who’s undecided

With the majority of the roster up in the air, the Los Angeles Lakers could look very different next year.

LeBron James Reportedly Not Willing To Take Massive Pay Cut To Sign Elsewhere

Should LeBron James choose to continue his playing career next season, his free agency will be one of the most watched this summer. James could return to the Los Angeles Lakers for a ninth season,...

LeBron James not expected to take pay cut to join Cavaliers

Everyone is wondering what LeBron James’ decision will be this summer. As an unrestricted free agent, LeBron has all career options available to him. He can return to the Lakers, join another...

Lakers finally have clear path to Keon Ellis move they should’ve made in-season

If the Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to improve the depth in the backcourt, then Keon Ellis would be a smart and suddenly affordable option.

Lakers workout puts standout NBA Draft prospect firmly on fans' radar

The Los Angeles Lakers are taking a close look at Zuby Ejiofor.

Trevor Ariza Recalls Kobe Bryant Sending Him Championship ‘Blueprint’ After 2008 Finals

The 2008 NBA Finals was one of the low points for the Los Angeles Lakers, and certainly franchise icon Kobe Bryant, as they fell to the Boston Celtics. But from the moment they lost that series,...

LeBron James Could Be the Missing Piece for Cleveland’s Championship Hopes

After Cleveland’s collapse against the Knicks, a LeBron James reunion may be the Cavaliers’ best path back to contention.

Luka Doncic must follow Victor Wembanyama's lead to maximize Lakers era

As the Los Angeles Lakers enter a new era, Luka Doncic needs to follow Victor Wembanyama's lead in a pivotal area of the game.

Lakers Video: Austin Reaves Pranked By Anthony Davis On ‘Foul Play’

Austin Reaves has spent his entire career with the Los Angeles Lakers and has thus built some excellent friendships with a number of his teammates. Of course, some of those players are no longer...

This Day In Lakers History: 2001 Team Completes Sweep Through Western Conference Playoffs

When it comes to the greatest teams in NBA history, the Los Angeles Lakers have multiple entries into the discussion...

This Day In Lakers History: Ron Artest Makes Putback At Buzzer To Beat Suns In Game 5 Of 2010 Western Conference Finals

On May 27, 2010, Ron Artest caught Kobe Bryant's shot attempt and made a putback at the buzzer to lift the...

Lakers-Cavs trade pitch sends LeBron James to Cleveland for $90M Luka Doncic lob threat

The Lakers are in desperate need of finding Luka Doncic a needed big man. This deal could give both the Cavaliers and Lakers exactly what they need to be successful.

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