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Sunday, May 24, 2026
Lakers' perfect Rui Hachimura upgrade is likely just out of reach

The Los Angeles Lakers have long had their eye on a younger and better version of Rui Hachimura, but he might not be attainable this summer.

Cori Close Excited for JuJu Watkins’ Return, Says Rivalry Will Grow Women’s Basketball in LA

UCLA women’s basketball won the national championship this past season. Now, crosstown rival, USC, is considered a frontrunner to do the same next season. USC boasts the nation’s No. 1 recruiting...

Lakers burdened with complicated Marcus Smart situation this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers would like to retain Marcus Smart this summer, but there are a ton of moving parts that will impact the outcome.

Lakers Rumors: Potential Front Office Candidates Emerging

This is Mark Walter’s first offseason as the majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers and he is trying to expand the team’s operations. Starting with the front office, general manager Rob Pelinka...

Dodgers’ Kiké Hernández Expected to Make Season Debut Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernández is expected to make his season debut on Monday in the series opener against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. Hernández has been out recovering...

Lakers hope Luka Doncic will solve longstanding problem after turning down Slovenia

The Los Angeles Lakers have new hope that Luka Doncic will solve this issue after he refused to play for the Slovenian National Team this summer.

MLB Insider Shuts Down Mike Trout Trade Rumors

As the Los Angeles Angels continue to head down a losing path, future Hall of Famer Mike Trout could request a trade away from the Halos to join a different team that could help him reach the...

Lakers have two reasons not to pursue Thunder guard Lu Dort this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers have two reasons to abandon their pursuit of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Lu Dort in free agency.

LeBron James Compares Shai Gilgeous-Alexander To Giannis Antetokounmpo

Following a second-round exit to the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reflected on the four-game series. Head coach JJ Redick came up...

Lakers surprisingly stand to benefit if Deandre Ayton picks up his player option

Deandre Ayton opting in could give the Los Angeles Lakers added maneuverability.

Bronny James Discusses What He Proved In Second Season With Lakers

Heading into this year’s playoffs, Bronny James became an unexpected rotation player for the Los Angeles Lakers. Given the injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, head coach JJ Redick needed a...

Two Peyton Watson backup plans for Lakers are right in their line of sight

The Los Angeles Lakers are high on Peyton Watson, but two of his teammates on the Denver Nuggets might be wiser acquisitions for LA.

Angels Fans Say Stadium Protest Is Only the Beginning of Push for Change

Los Angeles Angels fans want to see change in the struggling franchise and have no plans of giving up on those demands anytime soon. On Saturday, hundreds of fans gathered at the State College...

Jake LaRavia ‘Excited’ To Improve This Summer After Falling Out Of Playoff Rotation

Only one player appeared in every regular season game for the Los Angeles Lakers this season and that was forward Jake LaRavia. Whether he was starting or coming off the bench, LaRavia was a...

It took Dorian Finney-Smith one season with Rockets to prove the Lakers were right

The Los Angeles Lakers surprisingly let Dorian Finney-Smith walk in free agency, but nobody is complaining now.

UCLA Softball Advances to NCAA-Record 34th Women’s College World Series

UCLA softball is headed back to Oklahoma City for the Women’s College World Series. This marks the Bruins’ 34th appearance in the WCWS, which is the most for any NCAA softball program in history....

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s playoff appearance caught LeBron James’ attention fast

LeBron James posted a salute and crown emoji for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce courtside at the Cavs-Knicks Game 3, as Kelce wore the LeBron 7 MVP sneaker.

JJ Redick Details Growth In Year 2 As Lakers Head Coach

When Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka decided to hire JJ Redick as the franchise’s next head coach, it came with some risks. Redick was receiving his first opportunity as a head...

Lakers’ offseason plans are stuck until they solve the Jarred Vanderbilt problem

It is time for Rob Pelinka to move on from the Los Angeles Lakers veteran.

This Day In Lakers History: James Worthy Comes Up Big To Give L.A. Series Lead Over Trail Blazers

No one was quite sure what to make of the Los Angeles Lakers in 1991. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had retired, leaving...

Saturday, May 23, 2026
Pacific Notes: Pelinka, Kings Workouts, Suns Workouts, Butler

The playoff sweep by Oklahoma City convinced the Lakers that they need to add more talent and depth to their roster, Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register writes in a subscriber-only piece....

Kelsey Plum’s monster night lifts Sparks to big win over Aces

Behind a red-hot shooting performance from Kelsey Plum, the Sparks picked up their best win of the season, knocking off the reigning champions, 101-95. Plum was unstoppable on the night, scoring...

LeBron James isn't aligned with Lakers on free agency decision timeline

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has expressed that he's taking his time to decide on his future, but this isn't ideal for LA.

UCLA’s Mulivai Levu Hits Second Straight Walk-Off, Sends Bruins to Big Ten Title Game

For the second game in a row, junior first baseman Mulivai Levu came through as a hero for No. 1 UCLA baseball in the Big Ten Tournament. After sending UCLA to the semifinals with a walk-off...

Angels’ Chris Taylor Changes Retirement Decision One Day After Announcement

On Friday, Chris Taylor retired from MLB after 12 seasons in the league, according to Major League Baseball’s transaction log. On Saturday, the Los Angeles Angels veteran outfielder changed his...

LeBron James shares brutally honest opinion about Lakers-Thunder series

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James shared his frank assessment of his team's performance against the Thunder.

Lakers linked to Jazz's $13.3 million shot-blocking stud again

The Los Angeles Lakers were named an ideal landing spot for a Utah Jazz standout center.

Lakers front office in danger of abandoning Luka Doncic mission this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers were supposed to build a contender around Luka Doncic this summer, but that doesn't look like it's going to happen.

Lakers linked to $11 million Nuggets emerging star, NBA champion

The Los Angeles Lakers were listed as a good fit for a valuable Denver Nuggets wing.

LeBron James Admits OKC ‘Out-Talented’ Lakers in Playoffs

LeBron James knew the Los Angeles Lakers had a slim chance of taking down the defending NBA champions in the Western Conference semifinals this season. In a recent episode his podcast, “Mind the...

Bam Adebayo Named 2026-26 NBA Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion

The NBA announced that Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo has been named the 2025-26 Social Justice Champion, a trophy named after Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In addition to giving...

Scotto’s Latest: Irving, Leonard, Acuff, Hawks Draft, Front Office Hires

Masai Ujiri‘s comments since arriving as the Mavericks new president and alternate governor have been consistent and future-facing, leading some executives around the league to wonder about the...

Lakers have pathway to give Austin Reaves less money than he deserves

The Los Angeles Lakers need to find some middle ground on Austin Reaves' new deal that doesn't push it to the max salary figure.

USMNT’s 26-Man World Cup Roster Revealed, Per Report

The official United States Men’s National Team roster for the World Cup is scheduled to be released on Tuesday. But multiple major news outlets have reportedly obtained the full 26-man roster...

Deandre Ayton Appreciates JJ Redick & Lakers Coaching Staff Having His Back

One of the most interesting pieces of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season was center Deandre Ayton. The former first overall pick came to L.A. looking to revitalize his career under the brightest...

Four names surface amid Lakers' search for an assistant general manager

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to hire help around general manager Rob Pelinka, and we now know some of the candidates they are interested in.

Lakers' easiest offseason decision is kicking draft bust to the curb

The Los Angeles Lakers have a no-brainer decision to remove this draft bust from the roster before their offseason retool.

Lakers named best fit for record-setting $53.8 million star

The Los Angeles Lakers were named the most logical landing spot for a 27-year-old breakout star.

LeBron James Happy To Go Into Offseason Without Needing Rehab

For LeBron James to still be playing at such a high level in his 23rd NBA season at 41 years is truly unbelievable. But the work that James has to put in on his body to step on the court for the...

Peso Pluma Celebrating World Cup With Free Concert in LA

Grammy Award-winner Peso Pluma is celebrating the 2026 Los Angeles World Cup with a free concert in LA on June 11 at BMO Stadium. In addition to Peso Pluma, DJ Noodles will perform a free set to...

Alex Caruso painfully reminds Lakers why they never should've given up on him

The Los Angeles Lakers can only sit and watch as Alex Caruso competes for yet another championship with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Jared McCain’s Earliest Basketball Memory Involves Watching ‘Favorite Player’ Kobe Bryant

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has impacted numerous athletes across all sports, and one of them is Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain. McCain, who grew up in California and went to...

In First MLB Game Since 2023, Anaheim Native Shines in Angels Debut 

In his first MLB game since 2023, outfielder Wade Meckler shined in his debut with the Los Angeles Angels on Friday in the series opener against the Texas Rangers. On the first pitch he saw,...

Adou Thiero's next leap may already be mapped out by a former Luka Doncic teammate

Derrick Jones Jr. should be the blueprint for how Adou Thiero fits with Luka's Los Angeles Lakers.

Patrick Ewing Believes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Deserves To Be In GOAT Discussions

By the time Patrick Ewing entered the NBA as the top overall pick of the New York Knicks in 1985, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was in the latter stages of his career. But even in...

Dodgers Champion, Angels Outfielder Chris Taylor Retires

Long-time Los Angeles Dodgers veteran Chris Taylor officially retired from baseball after 12 seasons in MLB, according to Major League Baseball’s transaction log. Taylor spent the majority of his...

Angels Make Unwanted MLB History

Despite having three-time American League Most Valuable Player Mike Trout commit his career to the franchise, the Los Angeles Angels have not made the postseason since 2014. The Halos currently...

Lakers that need to be shown the door or the bench

The Los Angeles Lakers must retool their roster around Luka Doncic, and these players should be gone or see their roles reduced next season.

Rob Pelinka: Tony Bennett Has Been Invaluable Addition To Lakers Front Office

Under new ownership, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to gain any advantage they can, and one way to do that is by adding to their front office. One of their recent additions was bringing on...

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