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Sunday, September 27, 2026
JJ Redick: Lakers Are Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves’ Team Now

A big focus for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason was adding more youth, which meant parting ways with some of their leaders from last season like LeBron James and Marcus Smart. Now, Luka...

Luka Doncic has the secret sauce Austin Reaves needs to shed playoff dropper label

Much like anyone else, Austin Reaves' life within the Los Angeles Lakers offense is made easier when Luka Doncic is around.

Lakers' Luka Doncic refusing to make the same LeBron James mistake with GM Rob Pelinka

The Los Angeles Lakers are Luka Doncic's team for the foreseeable future. He has already made it clear he will not be making the same mistake LeBron James did during his tenure in LA.

Lakers predicted to trade for rival $10.5M 3-and-D wing, elite defender, ex-Luka Doncic teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers are going to have to make another move or two on the trade front at some point. In this proposed deal, they get a former Luka Doncic teammate that he has had tremendous...

Five storylines to follow as Lakers open training camp this week

Heading into training camp, the Lakers enter their Luka Doncic-led era with more than half of their roster being new. Here are some topics to keep an eye on.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
JJ Redick Opens Door to Bigger Role for Lakers Rookie Cameron Carr

Los Angeles Lakers first-round pick Cameron Carr could be in line for a bigger role than most rookies get on a contending team. The post JJ Redick Opens Door to Bigger Role for Lakers Rookie...

Heat Notes: Thompson, Richards, Baker, Young

Klay Thompson’s outside shooting may give him the edge in the battle for the Heat’s final starting spot, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only story. Thompson, who signed...

UCLA, Bob Chesney Run Over Maryland to Stay Undefeated

The UCLA Bruins ran through Maryland to win 54-3 on Saturday, September 26th, continuing Bob Chesney's hot start. The post UCLA, Bob Chesney Run Over Maryland to Stay Undefeated appeared first on...

Rob Pelinka says front office has had meetings with Bob Iger, Josh Kushner

For the second Media Day in a row, the Lakers are in the middle of a franchise sale that has left some things uncertain. They spent most of the last year “Dodgerizing” the franchise, only for that...

Luka Doncic's path to best player in the world status is surprisingly simple

Los Angeles Lakers megastar Luka Doncic isn't the undisputed best player in the NBA, but he can absolutely get there within the next calendar year.

Luka Doncic has no more excuses on defense as Lakers’ lineup comes into focus

The Los Angeles Lakers need more from Luka Doncic on defense. They've given him no excuse to not provide it after their offseason overhaul.

Rob Pelinka Doesn’t Rule Out Trade To Get Lakers Roster Down To 15 Players

With the start of the 2026-27 season just around the corner for the Los Angeles Lakers, one more roster move will need to be made by general manager Rob Pelinka. Currently, L.A. has 16 guaranteed...

LeBron James, Rob Pelinka closed the book on an era of Lakers basketball

While the message of Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick’s press conference on Thursday was one of excitement for the future, it started out with a brief acknowledgment of the past. LeBron James’ departure...

Argument for Lakers starting Sandro Mamukelashvili will surely divide fans

There are reasons for the Lakers to avoid starting Sandro Mamukelashvili, but the alternative view is slightly more appealing.

Lakers have massive hole behind Walker Kessler that needs addressed

The Los Angeles Lakers finally got the center Luka Doncic desired, but they are extremely thin behind Walker Kessler.

Lakers Rumors: Drew Timme Signing Training Camp Contract With Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers got some strong production from their two-way players last season with Drew Timme, in particular, getting legitimate opportunities in JJ Redick’s rotation. In 27 games with...

Lakers shamelessly copying Mavericks' blueprint could lead to title run

It's no secret that the 2027 Los Angeles Lakers were constructed with the 2024 Dallas Mavericks in mind, but what'll it lead to?

Magic Johnson, Pau Gasol & More Lakers Tributes To Lawrence Tanter

It isn’t often that a PA announcer is such a vital and beloved member of any organization, but that was undoubtedly the case with the legendary Lawrence Tanter, who served in that role with the...

Lakers must finally play the long game to achieve JJ Redick's goal of contending

JJ Redick believes the Los Angeles Lakers will be a championship-level team in 2026-27. That requires committing to the long game—warts and all.

LeBron James admits he is amazed by V.J. Edgecombe's overall talent and attitude

LeBron James is pleased to see how good V.J. Edgecombe has been so far.

Rob Pelinka celebrates the strong connection between the Lakers' new star trio

The new trio the Lakers will roll out in the 2026-27 season will be a big deal under JJ Redick's system.

Rob Pelinka Had Introductory Meeting With New Lakers Owners Josh Kushner And Bob Iger

The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone a lot of organizational changes this offseason with the biggest obviously being Mark Walter selling his majority shares of the franchise to Josh Kushner and...

JJ Redick highlights how Sandro Mamukelashvili can be the Lakers' X-factor

The Lakers will have a dynamic rotation under head coach JJ Redick in the 2026-27 season.

The Lakers will have a new defensive identity this season

President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick spoke at length on several topics at Thursday’s season-opening presser. A central theme was personnel. They wanted to...

Lakers fans doubting Austin Reaves after latest extension are forgetting his history

The Los Angeles Lakers gave Austin Reaves a $184.7 million extension, and fans should expect him to keep getting better.

JJ Redick: Cameron Carr Will Have Opportunities To Play For Lakers This Season

Much of the focus when looking at the Los Angeles Lakers roster has been on the free agency and trade additions that were made to fit alongside superstar Luka Doncic and his backcourt partner...

Rob Pelinka: Lakers Have ‘World’s Greatest Offensive Player’ In Luka Doncic

General manager Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers moved in silence to land superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks back in February of 2025. They made the deal — as any team would —...

3 New Lakers who will benefit most from playing with Luka Doncic

Walker Kessler, Ziaire Williams, and Matisse Thybulle are going to be grinning from ear to ear by the end of this Los Angeles Lakers season.

Heat linked to ex-Lakers streaky scorer to pair with Giannis Antetokounmpo for final roster spot

The Miami Heat have one roster spot left on their 15-man roster. A veteran guard could become available if they clear waivers after be cut.

Lakers predicted to swap Jarred Vanderbilt for $88M perfect Luka Doncic lob threat in mega deal

The Los Angeles Lakers have been in the market for another power forward. This former Luka Doncic teammate would be perfect for what is needed in LA.

Lakers Continue Front Office Changes Amid Ownership Questions

The Los Angeles Lakers are moving forward with their organizational rebuild despite looming ownership questions. The post Lakers Continue Front Office Changes Amid Ownership Questions appeared...

Friday, September 25, 2026
Lakers Notes: Redick, Starters, Luka, Slovenia, Trade Targets

Lakers head coach JJ Redick is bullish about the team’s offseason moves, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. “I think with this group, probably the first time in my three years here that I feel like the...

Luka Doncic crashing the MVP party is a real possibility despite early skeptics

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is already garnering praise as an MVP candidate despite there appearing to be a predetermined top three.

How the Lakers are already using a cap mechanism to build out their G League roster

With training camp starting next week, the Lakers’ front office has been quietly busy in recent days. They signed Anton Watson, Chase Ross and Meechie Johnson Jr. to Exhibit 10 deals, although...

JJ Redick Praises ‘Unbelievable Development’ From Adou Thiero

The Los Angeles Lakers made it a point this offseason to get younger and deeper as a roster using a flurry of offseason moves. The biggest remaining criticism of L.A.’s roster, though, is a lack...

Lakers' Walker Kessler pursuit was fueled by a refreshing dose of front office logic

The Los Angeles Lakers finally got their priorities in order when they went all-in on center Walker Kessler in free agency.

Rob Pelinka Compares Upcoming Lakers Season To ‘The Odyssey’

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka has become known for his interesting comparisons and choice of words during press conferences when discussing his team and players. Perhaps most...

LeBron James Reflects On His Time With Lakers

When LeBron James signed with the Los Angeles Lakers back in the summer of 2018, it marked a change and a new era for this franchise. The Lakers have always been synonymous with legends and...

Rob Pelinka 'co-creating' the Lakers with Luka Doncic is calculated on multiple levels

The Los Angeles Lakers are a collaborative project between Rob Pelinka, Luka Doncic, and JJ Redick.

Sparks fire Lynne Roberts after two seasons

The Sparks wasted no time in making their decision on head coach Lynne Roberts. Only hours removed from LA’s season coming to an end on Thursday night, the Sparks fired Roberts on Friday morning,...

LeBron James details three main reasons he chose 76ers, including wanting to help Joel Embiid win a title

James offered his most in-depth comments yet on signing with Philadelphia as a free agent

JJ Redick says this is the first time in Lakers tenure the roster ‘actually fits together’

When the Los Angeles Lakers were presented the opportunity to acquire Luka Dončić — a perennial First Team All-NBA player entering his prime — 19 months ago for a staggeringly low cost, they had...

LeBron: Maxey friendship, desire to help Embiid drove 76ers decision

LeBron James says his longstanding friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first NBA title played significant roles in his decision to sign with the 76ers.

JJ Redick says Adou Thiero has had ‘unbelievable’ two months of development this summer

Although the Los Angeles Lakers signed a slew of wings this summer — Quentin Grimes, Ziaire Williams, Matisse Thybulle — to pair with incumbents such as Jake LaRavia and Jarred Vanderbilt, it...

Luka Doncic Shares Vlog From Lakers’ Slovenia Trip

Earlier this offseason, Luka Doncic hosted his Los Angeles Lakers teammates in his home country of Slovenia for a minicamp. With some many new players on the roster, it was an opportunity for the...

Cooper Flagg trading card with game-worn debut patch sparks auction frenzy, sells for $8.04 million

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg's card is now the third-most expensive NBA card and fifth-highest sports card, surpassing Flagg’s previous record by 20 times.

Does JJ Redick have what it takes to lead the Lakers to a championship?

Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the last several weeks, we wrote columns every weekday breaking down the biggest questions about every player on the Lakers. Today, we wrap up with...

JJ Redick clearly defining Lakers roles should help their budding championship formula

The Los Angeles Lakers head coach can further build on an already strong foundation.

JJ Redick Had Jokes When Discussing Lakers’ Potential Starting Lineup

The Los Angeles Lakers have an entirely new team after an offseason overhaul. Their goal from the offseason was clear: build a younger, deeper team that matches the skillsets of their star duo in...

76ers' LeBron James reportedly had deal done to join Cavaliers before signing with Philadelphia

LeBron James went to the Philadelphia 76ers. It turns out he had original plans to join the team he started his career with.

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