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Monday, September 14, 2026
Lakers' Bronny James must do this to avoid being cut over Dalton Knecht as roster decisions loom

The Los Angeles Lakers will have to make some roster decisions in a month. Bronny James is in danger of being let go, but if he does these things, he will remain with LA.

Sunday, September 13, 2026
Josue De Paula Showcases Power With 1st MLB Hit: A 416-Foot Homer

Los Angeles Dodgers top prospect Josue De Paula logged his first MLB hit against the Miami Marlins on Sunday, hitting a 416-foot homer. De Paula joined the team before their series against the...

Alexander Zverev beats Ben Shelton to win the U.S. Open men's title

Alexander Zverev beat Ben Shelton to win the U.S. Open and disappointed a crowd eager to see the first Grand Slam title by an American man since 2003,

Bronny James should be studying Cason Wallace film to stick with the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers should give Bronny James tape of Cason Wallace to watch as he looks to jump into the rotation.

Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart Was ‘Ready To Forward’ In Different Situation

It felt like a no-brainer for the Los Angeles Lakers to retain Marcus Smart this offseason, especially after his first-round postseason performance. LeBron James and Smart were two critical...

Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $40M high-energy defensive pest with Finals experience

The Los Angeles Lakers are still trying to figure out their roster for opening night. In this proposed deal, LA gets a type of player they have been searching for.

Rob Pelinka's issues winning on margins back on display as Nick Smith joins Real Madrid

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to find production on bargain contracts under Rob Pelinka, and Nick Smith Jr. is his latest miss.

76ers predicted to sign ex-Lakers $69M versatile high-IQ defender to reunite with LeBron James

The Philadelphia 76ers have built quite the roster this summer. They still can sign someone LeBron James is really familiar with to finalize the roster.

Lakers News: JJ Redick Recalls Requesting Memorabilia From Ray Allen & Stephen Curry

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has proven that his track record as an NBA player is translating to his time on the sidelines. In what is a surprise to many, the Lakers looked the part of...

Adou Thiero has clear path to Lakers' playing time but he’s just not ready

The Los Angeles Lakers have minutes available for Adou Thiero, but the second-year forward isn’t ready for a consistent NBA role.

Myles Garrett to Make IR Move, Undergo Surgery After 1 Game

Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett will undergo arthroscopic surgery and move to the injured reserve after just one game. The post Myles Garrett to Make IR Move, Undergo Surgery After 1...

Lakers’ Big 3 has the collective skill to simplify the game for role players

The Los Angeles Lakers have three stars who make the game easier for their teammates. That finally applies on both ends of the floor.

Lakers get bad trade update on $48M elite 3-and-D wing to pair with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers have been mentioned as a potential trade destination for a guy at a much-needed position. After getting a positive update earlier in the week, the good news has turned into...

Ex-Lakers $8M explosive combo-guard signs with Real Madrid after parting ways with LA this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to not bring this former first round pick back. The same game will be starting a new chapter in his professional career.

JJ Redick already proved Lakers can make Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves pairing work

The Los Angeles Lakers were elite when Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves played together last season thanks to head coach JJ Redick.

Bulls’ Norman Powell Calls Lakers Most Overrated Team In NBA

Expectations for the Los Angeles Lakers this upcoming season have been mixed because no one truly knows how all these new pieces will come together. However, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are a...

The case for Ziaire Williams as the Lakers’ fifth starter

With the NBA season fast approaching, the Lakers have numerous lineup decisions to iron out. None is more immediate than the starting lineup. This can shift during the season, but four out of five...

Magic Johnson Believes Dr. Jerry Buss Deserves Next Lakers Statue

When thinking about the success of the Los Angeles Lakers, the immediate association is with the Buss family, specifically Dr. Jerry Buss. He bought the Lakers in 1979 and turned the team into a...

Sandro Mamukelashvili's limitations open up Lakers role for Thiero or Vanderbilt

Adou Thiero and Jarred Vanderbilt should be in direct competition to help Sandro Mamukelashvili in the frontcourt of the Los Angeles Lakers' bench unit.

Ziaire Williams Discusses What He Has Worked On This Offseason

Exactly how the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation will look this season with so many new faces on the roster is unclear. But one intriguing player who could play a big role, and perhaps even be a...

Marcus Smart's decision to leave makes a questionable Lakers move easier to stomach

It may have been Marcus Smart who caused the split in free agency, not the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers will likely part ways with $18M disappointing former first-rounder, not Bronny James

The Los Angeles Lakers will have to make a roster decision to trim to 15. With each passing day, it looks like this former hyped up first-rounder will be waived over Bronny James.

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Bob Chesney’s UCLA Era Off to Dream Start After Rose Bowl Debut

UCLA put together a great second half to win their home opener 28-10 against San Diego State, continuing the momentum of the Bob Chesney era. The post Bob Chesney’s UCLA Era Off to Dream Start...

Rams Defensive Coordinator Under Fire After Disappointing Start

The Los Angeles Rams were massively disappointing on both ends of the field, culminating in a 27-7 loss to the San Fransico 49ers. The post Rams Defensive Coordinator Under Fire After...

Jonathan Kuminga: Wolves’ Recruiting Pitch ‘Felt Real’

The Timberwolves’ efforts to make Jonathan Kuminga feel wanted played an important role in helping them land the free agent forward when other teams were able to offer more money. Those gestures...

Lakers’ current roster build around Luka Doncic hinges on Walker Kessler breakout

The Los Angeles Lakers retooled their roster around Luka Doncic this summer, but Walker Kessler's breakout is key to keeping this core together.

Lakers Standard Issue Collection By Nike: T-Shirts, Shorts And More

The Los Angeles Lakers are among eight teams that will introduce a new Specter Edition jersey for the 2026-27 season, which is arriving alongside Nike’s NBA Standard Issue Collection. The...

Lakers quietly set up Austin Reaves as the fall guy if the offseason overhaul fails

The Los Angeles Lakers have very few options to improve an underperforming roster apart from trading Austin Reaves.

Lakers Rumors: Nick Smith Jr. Close To Signing With Real Madrid

The Los Angeles Lakers experienced major roster turnover this offseason as they look to better cater to the needs of star Luka Doncic. That naturally led to the departure of numerous players, one...

Nick Smith Jr. To Sign With Real Madrid

1:02 pm: Smith has agreed to a one-year deal with Real Madrid, agents Lucas Newton and Calvin Andrews tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). 10:53 am: Could Nick Smith Jr. continue his...

Richard Jefferson gets brutally honest about how LeBron James is the perfect NBA player

LeBron James has earned his place as one of the best examples of a true basketball star.

The Clippers are reminding us how not to treat franchise greats

The Los Angeles Lakers shocked the world in February 2025 by trading championship-winning franchise icon Anthony Davis, keeping it quiet to almost everyone involved — including Davis — essentially...

Dalton Knecht faces added pressure during training camp as Lakers’ roster cut looms

The Los Angeles Lakers need to get down to 15 players before the start of the regular season, so it is now or never for Dalton Knecht.

Jeanie Buss: Phil Jackson Deserves Lakers Statue

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that they will unveil a statue for former head coach Phil Jackson outside of Crypto.com Arena ahead of the contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 9,...

LeBron James' $4M 76ers contract has Warriors' Draymond Green shutting down 'misconception'

Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green mentioned 76ers LeBron James on his podcast, defending that him taking a pay cut is losing money, no matter what people say.

Maxi Kleber may be signing with Luka Dončić’s team in Italy

In the spring, it was announced Luka Dončić would be teaming with former Dallas Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson as part of an ownership group purchasing the Italian basketball club, Vanoli...

Lakers get major trade update on $48M ex-Heat elite 3-and-D wing to pair with Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are still trying to add to the roster. They just got very great news on the trade front for one of their biggest targets.

Collin Sexton may have cost Lakers an early solution to their fifth starter problem

The money the Los Angeles Lakers spent on Collin Sexton could have brought in a starting forward.

Luka Doncic Reveals His Hidden Talent

Because professional athletes have to put so much time and work into getting to the level they are at in their field, it is often difficult to imagine them doing anything else. But sometimes...

76ers predicted to part ways with $188M former MVP, 7-time All-Star after adding LeBron James

The Philadelphia 76ers have assembled a great team for the immediate future. However, if it doesn't go well then they might get rid of one of the longest tenured player in the organization.

Get To Know New Lakers Assistant GM Eric Amsler

Coming into the offseason, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka let it be known that the franchise would be looking to hire two assistant general managers to work under him. One would be...

Ranking the 5 worst moves of the Rob Pelinka era after Lakers' offseason overhaul

The Los Angeles Lakers are no strangers to making mistakes in the Rob Pelinka era, but these moves are on a different level.

Friday, September 11, 2026
High school football: Friday's scores

Results from CIF City and Southern Section football games on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026.

Channing Frye believes it's time to admit that LeBron James is not the 76ers' best player

The 76ers have a loaded-enough roster that has LeBron James as possibly the fourth-best player.

Mystery Surrounds Kawhi Leonard’s Status After Salary Cap Circumvention Punishment

NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard wants to be a Raptor. The Raptors want him to be a Raptor. So why isn't he? The post Mystery Surrounds Kawhi Leonard’s Status After Salary Cap Circumvention Punishment...

Jalen Duren's contract demands could shift the narrative on Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers have been criticized for overpaying Walker Kessler, but if Jalen Duren gets what he wants from the Pistons, LA wouldn't look as bad.

NBA legend makes wild assertion about LeBron James, says he 'underachieved'

You won't believe what he thinks of LeBron James, but it's all in love.

The Lakers’ promotional nights for 2025-26, ranked

You’re not truly in the dog days of the summer until you start ranking promotional night giveaways. The Lakers haven’t typically had many giveaway nights during the season, which makes this...

Lakers make two hires to front office, including assistant GM

Former Heat executive Eric Amsler will be an assistant general manager and Keith D'Amelio will focus on integrated performance systems.

Lakers’ lack of ideal depth creates high-stakes rookie year for Cameron Carr

The Los Angeles Lakers need Cameron Carr to step up as a rookie. Struggling to do so could be more consequential than one might think.

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