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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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.

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...
Best Father's Day Gifts for the Lakers Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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