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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Latest Lakers prediction pointing to 2026-27 limitations isn't unfair

The Los Angeles Lakers received a prediction from ESPN that might disappoint some fans, but it was pretty much spot on.

The Lakers have found a locked in starter in Quentin Grimes

Even after a 53-win season and a first-round victory without Luka Dončić, the Lakers braintrust determined it was time to scrap the roster and start over. President of Basketball Operations Rob...

Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $69M veteran gamble, ex-Luka Doncic teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers have to make a critical move if they want to have a solid starting option at power forward. In this potential deal, they shop Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt for one of...

Lakers legend reveals why ex-Warriors champion Klay Thompson chose Heat over Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Klay Thompson before they missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. A Lakers legend gave insight into why Thompson chose Miami over LA.

The financial risk behind Jonathan Kuminga spurning the Lakers is baffling

Jonathan Kuminga set up an incredibly risky financial gamble by choosing the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA Free Agent Rumors: Lakers Potentially In Mix For Bruce Brown

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers already have 16 players under contract, more than the maximum 15 allowed once the regular season begins, the front office remains on the lookout for players who...

Lakers Offered More Money To Jonathan Kuminga But Hawks Were Unwilling To Do Sign-And-Trade

For weeks it has been reported that free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga was deciding between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves. Kuminga has now made that decision, choosing to join...

Kevin Durant breaks down why LeBron James’ 76ers decision makes Philadelphia scary

Kevin Durant explains how LeBron James joining Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaylen Brown on a veteran minimum contract creates a scary 76ers superteam.

Lakers original contract offer to Jonathan Kuminga revealed after signing with Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers went all out for Jonathan Kuminga, but he signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves. LA's first contract offer that he turned down will shock you.

Lakers have a low-risk reunion to consider that could solve their forward problem

Dorian Finney-Smith coming back to the Los Angeles Lakers makes more sense than it initially appears.

We now know why Klay Thompson didn't join Luka Doncic's Lakers

Mychal Thompson reveals why Klay Thompson turned down a trade-window push to join Luka Dončić's Lakers, choosing a buyout move to the Miami Heat instead.

Lakers predicted to trade Jarred Vanderbilt for $88M elite lob threat to pair with Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. In this potential deal, they get a power forward with Finals experience as a Kuminga backup plan.

Lakers linked to $63M ex-Nuggets NBA champion after missing out on ex-Warrior Jonathan Kuminga

Jonathan Kuminga signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday over the Los Angeles Lakers. Now, LA has been mentioned as a landing spot for a NBA champion veteran that would really help...

Lakers insider warns NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga that he ruined future chances of playing for LA

Jonathan Kuminga will not be a Los Angeles Laker not season. His move to best on himself also may have just cost him his potential future in LA.

Ex-Warriors champion Jonathan Kuminga turned down bigger offer from Lakers to join T-Wolves

The Los Angeles Lakers were all in on Jonathan Kuminga all offseason. However, the 23 year old just did the unthinkable in terms of a contract.

Lakers reportedly outbid by Timberwolves for $48M ex-warriors NBA champion in free agency bust

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on their biggest free agent target of the summer. The loss in the free agency battle means that they are in some big trouble.

How Jonathan Kuminga overplayed his hand in free agency

At long last, the Jonathan Kuminga Free Agent Saga 2: Electric Boogaloo is over. As ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported Wednesday, Kuminga agreed to sign a two-year, $12.4 million contract with...

Adou Thiero should quietly celebrate Lakers missing out on Jonathan Kuminga

The Los Angeles Lakers forward has a far cleaner path to the rotation this season.

Nike Teases New NBA Uniforms Coming This Season

Nike has been making the official NBA jerseys for every team since the 2017-18 season, taking over from Adidas. And they will continue in this role for another decade, recently agreeing to a...

3 Realistic Lakers backup plans after Jonathan Kuminga signs with Timberwolves

Kyle Kuzma highlights a list of gettable trade candidates for the Los Angeles Lakers after missing out on Jonathan Kuminga.

Roughly Three Dozen NBA Players Competing In World Cup Qualifiers

The fourth window of qualifying games for the 2027 FIBA World Cup is underway, and several NBA players are representing their national teams in those contests, which will take place from August...

Lonzo Ball Believes LaVar Played Major Role In Lakers Drafting Him Second Overall

When looking back at the Los Angeles Lakers’ era following Kobe Bryant’s retirement, they were forced to go through a lengthy rebuild. The man who was supposed to bring them out of that was Lonzo...

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Jeanie Buss files petition to block family’s sale of Lakers

If I had a nickel for every time Jeanie Buss took her family to court, I’d have two nickels, which isn’t a lot, but it’s odd that it’s happened twice. Jeanie has officially filed a petition to...

Bob Myers gets real about how LeBron James picked the hardest path by signing with Philly

Bob Myers believes LeBron James is intent on reaching his goals in Philly.

Jeanie Buss Asks Court To Prevent Siblings From Selling Family’s Share Of Lakers

The Buss family legal battle over the sale of their stake in the Lakers continued Wednesday in a Los Angeles Superior Court, according to Sam Amick and Melody Gutierrez of The Athletic. Jeanie...

Jonathan Kuminga reportedly signs with Timberwolves, choosing short-term deal over more lucrative Lakers offer

Kuminga is leaving himself the flexibility to potentially hit the free agent market again next summer

Buss asks court to block siblings' vote to sell

In a petition filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jeanie Buss is challenging the legality of her five siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining shares in the Lakers.

Buss Brothers Purchase Stake in New Sports Team

The former owners of the Los Angeles Lakers are expanding into baseball, but not with the Dodgers. The post Buss Brothers Purchase Stake in New Sports Team appeared first on LA Sports Report.

Rui Hachimura gets the last laugh after Jonathan Kuminga leaves Lakers hanging

The Los Angeles Lakers let Rui Hachimura walk and went all-in on Jonathan Kuminga. That may have been a mistake.

Jeanie Buss seeks court help keeping her family's share of the Lakers

Jeanie Buss is taking her five siblings to court in a battle to retain minority control over the Lakers after they voted to sell to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner.

Jonathan Kuminga spurning Lakers leaves massive hole they'll struggle to fill

The Los Angeles Lakers are back to the drawing board after Jonathan Kuminga left them hanging in free agency.

Jeanie Buss Files Petition & Court Date Is Set To Challenge Siblings’ Sale Of Lakers

Jeanie Buss is not giving up her Los Angeles Lakers ownership stake without a fight despite her five siblings agreeing to sell their remaining 17.8% in shares to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner as part...

Jonathan Kuminga Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Timberwolves

Free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga will sign a two-year, $13MM contract with the Timberwolves, agent Aaron Turner tells ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The agreement includes a player...

Jonathan Kuminga signs two-year, $13 million deal with Wolves

The long, long wait is over as Jonathan Kuminga has finally made a decision this offseason. Unfortunately for the Lakers, he will not be coming to Los Angeles. Despite it seemingly being one of...

Lakers Free Agent Target Jonathan Kuminga Lands With Timberwolves

One name that had been linked to the Los Angeles Lakers throughout much of this offseason has been Jonathan Kuminga. The former Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors wing made sense as the...

Angels Place Gustavo Campero on IL After Hamstring Injury

The Los Angeles Angels placed outfielder Gustavo Campero on the injured list after he came out of Tuesday's loss to the Cleveland Guardians. The post Angels Place Gustavo Campero on IL After...

ESPN Projects Lakers To Be Worse Than Last Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely remade their roster this offseason. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will still be leading the way, but the supporting cast surrounding them is totally...

Joey, Jesse Buss buy stake in San Diego Padres

Joey and Jesse Buss didn’t take long to find their way back into sports franchise ownership. On Wednesday, the Buss brothers announced they had joined the San Diego Padres ownership group. Shortly...

Pelicans' Bennedict Mathurin signing should have Lakers curious about who's available

The New Orleans Pelicans could become a trade partner for the Los Angeles Lakers — either in the short-term or long-term.

Justin Wrobleski Eyeing Early Return With Latest Injury Progress

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Justin Wrobleski took a step towards returning to the MLB roster ahead of Wednesday's game. The post Justin Wrobleski Eyeing Early Return With Latest Injury Progress...

3 biggest mistakes of Jeanie Buss' tenure as Lakers governor

With her position as governor on the brink, it's worth taking a look back at Jeanie Buss' time at the helm of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers predicted to trade Jaden Hardy for $165M rim runner to pair with Luka Doncic in mega deal

The Los Angeles Lakers are still looking to add at a position. In this deal, they trade Jaden Hardy, Jake LaRavia, and Jarred Vanderbilt for a veteran big man in a three team deal.

Walker Kessler’s alternate Jazz reality shows why Lakers had to pay what they did

The Los Angeles Lakers had to talk the Utah Jazz out of actualizing their rebuild.

Mark Walter’s TWG Global Explains Decision To Sell Lakers

Ever since it was reported that Mark Walter had agreed to sell his majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, there have been questions about what caused Walter to move...

Fischer’s Latest: Kuminga, B. Brown, Heat, Duren, Jokic

Discussing Jonathan Kuminga‘s options during his latest Bleacher Report live stream (video link), NBA insider Jake Fischer said he thinks the forward’s choice will ultimately come down to the...

Luka Doncic's Playboy model rumors explained after Lakers' Slovenia trip

A viral Luka Doncic rumor took off after the Lakers enjoyed a night out at a Slovenian nightclub.

Lakers Reportedly Still In Lead For Jonathan Kuminga With Resolution Expected Soon

It feels like the Jonathan Kuminga saga has been ongoing since the beginning of free agency back in July. The Los Angeles Lakers have long been linked to him, but the talented forward still has...

Joey & Jesse Buss Join Padres Ownership Group

The last year has been one of change for Joey and Jesse Buss after their family decided to sell their majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. Joey and Jesse were later fired from their front...

Lakers’ offseason just made Dalton Knecht more expendable than ever

The Lakers fixed their shooting problems this offseason, which has made the need for Dalton Knecht zero, as it's finally a good time for Rob Pelinka to move on.

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