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How Game 4 revealed one urgent need for the Lakers this offseason

With the season on the brink of extinction, the Thunder put the Lakers out of their misery in Game 4 and advanced to the conference finals. LA put up another valiant effort Monday, even nursing a...

Lakers News: Luka Doncic ‘Wasn’t Close’ To Returning In Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season came to an end on Monday night, getting swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round. Getting to the second round at all was a victory for L.A.,...

Bengals sign free agent who was an actor in LeBron James' Space Jam movie

This isn't something you see every day.

Brutal Thunder beatdown only ramps up pressure on Rob Pelinka to fix Lakers' flaws

The Los Angeles Lakers were just thoroughly outclassed by the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder, providing Lakers GM Rob Pelinka with a challenging assignment.

Luka Dončić ‘made it clear’ to Lakers he wants to continue playing with Austin Reaves

While we didn’t get to see it on the biggest stage in the postseason, one of the biggest positives to come out of the season for the Lakers was the Austin Reaves-Luka Dončić partnership. On the...

Luka Doncic already making major offseason change after Lakers season

Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic is reportedly already making major changes after their season came to an end.

How college basketball NIL millions could ruin Lakers' plans at 25th pick in NBA Draft

This isn't an ideal time to be picking late in the first round.

Rob Pelinka Proud But Not Satisfied With Lakers’ 2025-26 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are done with the 2025-26 NBA season as theirs ended on Monday night at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in a predictable sweep against the reigning champions. General...

Rui Hachimura's Lakers future is suddenly in the hands of LeBron James

The two Los Angeles Lakers teammates will be in direct competition for the pockets of the franchise.

Rob Pelinka: Lakers & Austin Reaves Have Mutual Interest In Continuing Partnership

After LeBron James, the longest tenured member of the Los Angeles Lakers roster is Austin Reaves, who has been with the franchise for five seasons. Reaves began his Lakers tenure as an undrafted...

Lakers reveal clear offseason intentions involving Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers have taken a clear stance on Austin Reaves as he enters free agency.

LeBron James And Lakers Reportedly Share Interest In New Contract

With the Los Angeles Lakers’ season officially over at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, attention now immediately turns to the offseason. And of course the biggest question surrounding the...

Luka Doncic’s crushing absence may not have changed anything against Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers still wouldn't have stood a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder this year, even with a healthy Luka Doncic in tow.

Luka Doncic Prioritizing Custody Battle Over Playing for Slovenia

After the Los Angeles Lakers’ season-ending loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, superstar Luka Doncic announced he would not be playing for Slovenia...

Bronny James makes bold statement on LeBron James' future after Lakers elimination

This would be a wild turn of events.

Could Knicks emerge as serious landing spot for LeBron James? Kendrick Perkins thinks so

NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins believes that LeBron James should be a New York Knick next season.

Lakers Rumors: Doncic, Reaves, LeBron, Offseason

Although the Lakers began to believe during a 16-2 run in the second half of the season that their roster was good enough to compete with the Thunder and contend for a title, running back a...

Luka Doncic couldn’t hide his anger over this one thing after crushing elimination loss

Luka Doncic made his words clear about the injury gossip following the Game 4 loss the Oklahoma City Thunder.

How the Lakers can build a championship roster around Luka Dončić

The Lakers have $48 million in cap space and question marks surrounding most of their players, including LeBron James

NBA ref Tony Brothers confronted by streamer about how LeBron James is officiated: 'National Bron Association'

After the Lakers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs, streamer Tylil confronted the refs. Here's what he had to say about their lack of foul calls on players guarding LeBron.

Lakers' Luka Doncic has 6-word response to recruiting LeBron James, Austin Reaves this summer

The NBA season is over for the Lakers, which means free agency is up next. Luka Doncic is the only one of the big three left on contract. After the game, he gave a brief response to if he will...

Why Lakers’ dream trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo hinges on an Austin Reaves sacrifice

How Lakers could realistically trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, including draft picks, salary matching, Austin Reaves, and key trade assets.

Dodgers Land Alek Thomas in Trade With Diamondbacks

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired outfielder Alek Thomas in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team announced on Tuesday. In exchange for Thomas, the Diamondbacks received outfielder Jose...

We now know how much money Austin Reaves will sacrifice if he leaves the Lakers in free agency

It's a significant amount of cash.

Dillon Brooks makes LeBron James retirement prediction after Lakers' elimination

Brooks had nothing but kind words for James after the Lakers were eliminated by the Thunder on Monday night.

Isaiah Hartenstein put the finishing touches on his free agency pitch to the Lakers

The Lakers are in dire need of an upgrade at the starting center spot, and round two against the Thunder just exposed Isaiah Hartenstein as the perfect target.

LeBron James Still Unsure About the Future of His NBA Career

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers’ season is over, superstar LeBron James has a big decision to make as he prepares to enter free agency this summer. James could either take a pay cut to re-sign...

Why Lakers, Luka Doncic are running out of time already amid playoff exit
Lakers want LeBron James to return for another season with Luka Doncic, GM says

If LeBron James wants to keep playing professional basketball, the Los Angeles Lakers want it to be with them. General manager Rob Pelinka and coach JJ Redick affirmed their desire to keep James...

Many fans duped by fake NBA Draft announcement for LeBron James' son

The internet stays undefeated.

2026 NBA Draft Picks By Team

The Bulls, who pivoted to rebuilding mode after being eliminated in the play-in tournament in three straight years from 2023-25, and the Spurs, who went from 34 wins a year ago to 62 this season,...

Marcus Smart made it easy for Lakers to make a decision on his future

Marcus Smart’s elite defense on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made his case for the Lakers to retain him this summer even stronger.

Austin Reaves Hopes to Keep Playing With LeBron James After Lakers’ Playoff Exit

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season is officially over after the Oklahoma City Thunder swept them in the Western Conference semifinals on Monday. Now, it is time for the Lakers to focus on building the...

Lakers roster projection without LeBron James: How LA can build around Luka Doncic with Giannis trade, other options

If LeBron James isn't back with the Lakers, these are the options to surround Luka Doncic with a championship-level supporting cast.

LeBron James Retirement Rumors Feel Premature After Lakers Playoff Exit

LeBron James retirement speculation is heating up after the Lakers were swept by the Thunder, but all signs point toward an NBA return.

Thunder sweep should have exposed Lakers’ biggest offseason problem

Getting swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder certainly reiterated that the Los Angeles Lakers have a lost of roster retooling to undergo this offseason.

Lakers News: Austin Reaves Taking Things ‘Day-By-Day’ Ahead Of Potential Free Agency

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers’ season has come to an end after being swept by the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, Austin Reaves has a lot to think about regarding...

LeBron James next team predictions: Lakers ready to dive into Luka Doncic era, but will James return?

The King faces a major decision this summer and the Kalshi market on his future is heating up

Luka Doncic makes stance on the Lakers clear after Thunder complete sweep

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic sent fans a message after the Oklahoma City Thunder completed the playoff sweep.

Lakers predicted to cut ties with Austin Reaves, acquire $175 million Bucks 10-time All-Star

A Los Angeles Lakers trade concept would land the franchise a Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward.

What Deandre Ayton said about his future after Lakers get swept

What Ayton's playoff performance against OKC means for his decision.

What Austin Reaves said about LeBron James after Lakers' playoff exit

Austin Reaves opens up about LeBron James' impact on his career.

Lakers urged to replace Deandre Ayton with $87 million Thunder NBA champion center

In an NBA journalist's opinion, the Los Angeles Lakers should sign a valuable Oklahoma City Thunder big man this summer.

Austin Reaves is already lobbying for Lakers to make a crucial offseason decision

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves made it clear following LA's Game 4 loss that he wants to see LeBron James back on the Lakers next season.

JJ Redick facing backlash over Rui Hachimura substitution in final seconds

Did JJ Redick make wrong call leaving Rui Hachimura on bench late.

What LeBron James said about retirement after Game 4 loss to Thunder

LeBron James speaks on future after 23rd season ends in sweep.

LeBron James may be at retirement age, but everything else tells us he's not done yet

After the Lakers' elimination Monday night, James said he doesn't 'know what the future holds' for him yet

LeBron's future uncertain after Thunder sweep Lakers; red-hot Cubs poised to challenge champion Dodgers

Plus, the Pistons were buried by a 'Cavalanche' in Game 4

LeBron James could instantly regret decision to leave Lakers this offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers provide the clearest path to ring number five.

Lakers' $101 million superstar forward predicted to leave Los Angeles for Warriors

Things could get interesting for the Los Angeles Lakers' 41-year-old star this summer.

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