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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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.

LeBron James: ‘I Don’t Know What The Future Holds For Me’

Speaking to reporters after his Lakers were eliminated from the postseason by the defending champion Thunder on Monday night, star forward LeBron James wasn’t ready to discuss his next steps, as...

LeBron James reveals why this season with the Lakers was different than his other 22 years

As questions about LeBron James' future swirl, the Lakers star doesn't see his 23rd season as a failure.

JJ Redick Credits Lakers Fans And Players Alike For Effort In Game 4 Loss To Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers fans often draw plenty of criticism stemming from narratives that have formed about the environment at Crypto.com Arena. But with the Lakers facing elimination against the...

This Day In Lakers History: Pau Gasol Scores 23 Points In Game 7 Win Against Nuggets

After flaming out against the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the 2011 NBA Playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers...

Why Bronny James and his Lakers future will be impacted by LeBron James' 2026-27 decision

Should LeBron James move on from the Lakers, his son could also face an uncertain future.

Luka Doncic's season for Lakers had the most ironic ending

Multiple layers here captured the irony.

Austin Reaves can now leave $14.9 million Lakers contract

Los Angeles has a lot on its plate this offseason.

Bronny James' future with Lakers has 3 possible outcomes

LeBron's son has some things to wonder about.

Lakers' LeBron James retirement update involves the media in a repetitive way

The King has said this before.

LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan playoff sweeps: Comparing how many times NBA GOATs been swept

LeBron James and the Lakers have been swept out of the playoffs by the Nuggets. How many times has he been swept and where does it stack up against Michael Jordan?

Just say no. Lakers should learn their lesson, avoid Giannis Antetokounmpo

While everyone expects the Lakers to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo, the 31-year-old two-time NBA MVP and 2021 NBA champion, it's the wrong move.

LeBron: 'I don't know what the future holds'

LeBron James, whose record-setting 23rd season ended with an unceremonious 115-110 loss to the Thunder in a Game 4 second-round sweep of the Lakers, was noncommittal about whether he will continue...

The Lakers can proud of how they went out against Thunder

LOS ANGELES – Entering Monday’s contest, it was clear that the Thunder were a better team than the Lakers. Oklahoma City had won every playoff game against LA in blowout fashion and swept the...

Luka Doncic Withdraws From 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

A strained left hamstring prevented Luka Doncic from being on the court when the Los Angeles Lakers had their season come to an end, and an ongoing custody battle for his two daughters is going to...

LeBron James: Too soon to determine future plans

LeBron James wasn't ready to make a decision about his NBA future in the wake of the Los Angeles Lakers' season-ending loss to the Oklahoma City Thund

LeBron James Remains Noncommittal On Future After Playoff Elimination

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to play 23 NBA seasons, and now that the year has come to an end as the Los Angeles Lakers were swept in the second round of the playoffs at the...

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Thunder

In a season defined by their resiliency, the Lakers ended the year in a fitting manner. With their backs firmly against the wall, the team responded with its stiffest punch. LA knocked OKC back on...

Monday, May 11, 2026
LeBron James said what everyone expected about his Lakers future

The Los Angeles Lakers star just doesn't know yet.

Lakers' Austin Reaves leaves future in LA up in the air after sudden change of heart comments

The Lakers were just eliminated by the Thunder. It has been known that Austin Reaves will elect free agency this summer. After the entire season of admitting he wanted to come back, he didn't...

LeBron James unsure on retirement: Everything Lakers superstar said about his future

The 41-year-old James just completed his 23rd season and is headed to unrestricted free agency

OKC escapes late L.A. charge to complete sweep
3 takeaways from Lakers Game 4 loss vs. Thunder

With their season on the line, the Lakers played with the necessary desperation to try to extend it one more game. Even after it looked like the third quarter was headed down a familiar path, LA...

Luka Doncic admits somber Lakers truth after gut-wrenching Game 4 loss to Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers superstar wanted to be out there just as much as everyone else did.

Lakers’ LeBron James reveals plan for NBA future after getting swept by Thunder

LeBron James is still unsure of what his decision will be about his future after the Lakers got swept by the Thunder.

Luka Doncic sends message after Lakers season ends vs Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic sends a message to fans after their season comes to an end against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

JJ Redick believes the Lakers are close to contending for the title despite getting swept

JJ Redick and the Lakers are now eliminated from the 2026 NBA Playoffs, but he sees a bright future with the team.

Even an unlikely hero couldn't save Lakers from inevitable Thunder sweep

The Lakers turned to an unlikely hero in Jaxson Hayes with their season on the line, and the outcome was extremely predictable.

Lakers fight to the finish but are eliminated by Thunder

LeBron James, in possibly his last game with the Lakers, has 24 points and 12 rebounds, Austin Reaves scores 27, but Oklahoma City rallies late to finish off the series.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder eke out sweep-sealing win over Lakers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the Western Conference finals with a 115-110 victory over t

Luke Kennard's time with the Lakers may have ended at the hands of the Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers were rumored to be interested in bringing Luke Kennard back next season, but the Thunder may have changed that.

Deandre Ayton and 3 Lakers who should be sent packing for ideal Luka Doncic retool

The Los Angeles Lakers need to look a lot different after this offseason.

What's next for LeBron James? Setting odds for his next team, plus why retirement seems like real possibility

The 41-year-old superstar is a free agent, and every option is on the table, from a Lakers return to retirement

Lakers go down with a fight against Thunder in Game 4

On the brink of elimination, the Lakers went down swinging. LA overcame its second-half woes and took OKC all the way to the final minute before losing late, 115-110, as the Thunder completed the...

Recap: Lakers’ Season Ends With Sweep By Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers had their season come to an end in front of a sold-out crowd at Crypto.com Arena with a 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4. There were plenty of...

LeBron James may have just played his last game with the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers plan on making changes this summer, and that may mean letting LeBron James walk.

Follow live: Thunder look to close out Lakers in L...
Dillon Brooks doesn't know how to leave LeBron James alone

This is just what Brooks does.

Thunder vs Lakers Game 4: live score updates, highlights, 2026 NBA playoffs 2nd round series

Thunder can sweep with a win tonight.

LeBron James is unsure about returning for a 24th NBA season

LeBron James says he has no idea whether his 24-point performance in the Los Angeles Lakers‘ season-ending playoff loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night was the final game of his NBA...

Former Dodgers Spanish-Speaking Broadcaster Dies at 96

Former Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster René Cárdenas died at age 96 on Sunday. Cárdenas made history as the first full-time Spanish-speaking broadcaster in MLB history when he joined the Dodgers...

Angels’ Logan O’Hoppe Starting Rehab Assignment Amid Wrist Injury

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe is starting a rehab assignment with the ACL Angels, the team announced on Monday. O’Hoppe has been out with a fractured left wrist since April 25. O’Hoppe...

Lakers may need to move on from LeBron James to contend, says former NBA champion

Former NBA champion and head coach Byron Scott believes the Lakers need to move on from LeBron James to be a championship team.

Lakers may need to go all-in on NCAA champion after NBA Draft Combine

The Los Angeles Lakers may need to define a new top target after the 2026 NBA Draft Combine painted a fascinating picture.

Is Jalen Williams playing in Game 4 tonight vs. Lakers? Final status for Thunder star
Lakers Notes: 3-0 Deficit, Hachimura, Reaves, Caruso, Ayton

The Lakers are facing playoff elimination on Monday after dropping the first three games of their second-round series against the defending champion Thunder. Head coach JJ Redick shared his...

JJ Redick Believes Lakers Have Maximized Themselves This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves facing elimination on Monday night as they host the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of their second round playoff series. Despite playing...

LeBron James future will immediately shift into focus if Thunder sweep Lakers

If the Los Angeles Lakers get swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the focus will immediately shift to LeBron James' future with the team and in the league.

Lakers' Walker Kessler dream takes brutal blow if Jazz expert is right

The Los Angeles Lakers may not be able to satisfy two major conditions for the Utah Jazz.

Lakers' Deandre Ayton flexes flashy new 'DominAyton' chain amid playoff struggles

Lakers center Deandre Ayton shows off custom DominAyton diamond chain as LA faces 3-0 playoff deficit against the Thunder in 2026.

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