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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Luka Dončić to host Lakers mini-camp in Slovenia

Basketball never stops. The offseason is a time to rest, reset, but also prepare and train for the year ahead. Luka Dončić is already hard at work posting his workouts on Instagram. This is a big...

Rich Paul hints that LeBron James could play more than two seasons with Philadelphia 76ers
Jonathan Kuminga has a clear reason to pick the Lakers over the Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers are an intriguing option for Jonathan Kuminga, but the Los Angeles Lakers offer a more compelling reason to sign.

Rich Paul shuts down the narrative that LeBron James makes big demands in free agency

Rich Paul has come to his client's defense amid rumors about making demands in free agency.

Lakers’ most important Jonathan Kuminga hurdle is navigating a pesky NBA rule

If the Los Angeles Lakers want to complete a sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga, they'll need to find an ideal way to work within a polarizing rule.

The Cavaliers had a secret meeting with LeBron James in early July, but it didn't work out

The Cavaliers were still in the running to become a LeBron James destination.

Lakers need Kings to be the solution to their next Dalton Knecht move

The Los Angeles Lakers should try trading Dalton Knecht to the Sacramento Kings.

Lakers Rumors: Luka Doncoc Hosting Entire Roster For Minicamp In Slovenia

With LeBron James departing in free agency this offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers are now unquestionably Luka Doncic’s team. And it appears Doncic is taking his leadership role seriously as he is...

LeBron James breaks Fanatics record with Sixers' No. 23 jersey

LeBron James is already making history as a Philadelphia 76er. The King’s No. 23 jersey with the Sixers broke Fanatics’ record for most jerseys sold in the first 48 hours after a player joins a...

LeBron James did not consider the 76ers as a destination until the Jaylen Brown trade

The 76ers were the surprise team of the offseason, which was enough for LeBron James to deem them as his destination.

Free Agent Rumors: Hezonja, Watson, Cavs, Lakers

The Cavaliers are “working through” the steps necessary to secure a FIBA letter of clearance from Real Madrid in order to formally complete their reported minimum-salary deal with forward Mario...

Lakers already face an uncomfortable Kevon Looney question before he even plays

Did the Los Angeles Lakers hop on the Kevon Looney train too late?

LeBron James Reportedly Felt Lakers Were Ready To Move On

LeBron James has decided to part ways with the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons, announcing he will sign a two-year minimum contract with the Philadelphia 76ers as the final stop of his...

Walker Kessler critics keep ignoring pivotal context about why Lakers signed him

The Los Angeles Lakers gambled on Walker Kessler, but that doesn't mean it was the wrong decision.

NBA Face of the League Rankings: LeBron James reminds everyone he's still at the top

LeBron, who held up the league for most of July with his lengthy free agency, is No. 1 on this list, but who else is in the top 10?

Magic Johnson Still Has Knicks As Favorite To Win East

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson is always keeping up to date on the NBA as news breaks and things unfold. He made several pieces of commentary when the biggest free agent news of the...

Reported Walker Kessler alternative makes Lakers' hefty investment look justified

The Los Angeles Lakers went big by getting Walker Kessler, beating the alternative of settling for Mitchell Robinson.

This Day In Lakers History: L.A. Acquires Russell Westbrook From Wizards

After a disappointing 2020-21 season that was decimated by injuries, Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers front office...

Trade Kelsey Plum? Yes! For struggling Sparks, the unthinkable becomes the unavoidable

With the Sparks out of a playoff spot, again, it's time to trade their best player, tank, and hope to get JuJu Watkins.

Steve Kerr never felt Warriors ‘realistically' were in running for LeBron James

The Warriors came up short in their pursuit of LeBron James, and it’s unclear exactly how close they came to landing him. In Golden State coach Steve Kerr’s opinion, not close at all. ESPN’s...

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Justin Herbert Gets Engaged to Pop Star Madison Beer

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and pop star Madison Beer are now officially engaged, with the pair set to tie the knot soon. The post Justin Herbert Gets Engaged to Pop Star...

Late rally falls short as Sparks drop sixth straight

Despite controlling the near entirety of the second and third quarters, a familiar story played out for the Sparks on Tuesday as the Liberty rallied in the fourth to win 113-109. LA took a lead...

Dodgers Outfielder Getting Interest in Trade Market Ahead of Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the race to make a splash at the trade deadline, but their most likely moves tend to come on the margins. The post Dodgers Outfielder Getting Interest in Trade...

Lakers reportedly have sign-and-trade offer on the table for ex-Warriors champion Jonathan Kuminga

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of two suitors for Jonathan Kuminga. They put another trade proposal on the table for Jonathan Kuminga.

Warriors predicted to sign $305M Future Hall of Famer, 6x All-Star after missing on LeBron James

The Golden State Warriors were not able to land LeBron James. In this potential deal, they sign a Future Hall of Famer.

76ers trade former SEC star to finalize superstar LeBron James, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope signings

The Philadelphia 76ers had to clear space for LeBron James and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. On Tuesday, they traded a former SEC Player of the Year.

Toronto Tempo offered first round pick for Cameron Brink

If the Sparks want to clean house and rebuild once again, they appear to have intriguing options available. While the franchise seems uncertain about which way to move as things stand, that isn’t...

Lakers are offering the wrong prize to Jonathan Kuminga in free agency

The Los Angeles Lakers have openly stated that Jonathan Kuminga would start for them, but he wants something else that they're as yet unwilling to give.

Clippers' Johni Broome trade rubs salt in the wound of Lakers' recent misfires

The Los Angeles Lakers sure could've used the return that the LA Clippers landed in their Johni Broome trade.

Draymond Green re-signs with Warriors, explains why he thinks LeBron James didn't come to Golden State

Green will be back with the Warriors alongside Steph Curry for a 15th season

Angels Transfer 3 Rehab Assignments With Returns Looming

The Los Angeles Angels' army of injuries is set to shrink, as the Angels transferred three players to Single-A for their rehab assignments. The post Angels Transfer 3 Rehab Assignments With...

NBA Power Rankings: LeBron James vaults 76ers into top five; Spurs have early edge over Knicks

Philly has to put the puzzle together, but the talent of the individual pieces is extraordinary

Lakers putting LeBron James in unwanted role helped force his split from Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers made LeBron James the third option last season, and his new team isn’t making that same mistake.

Is Bryce James now at Villanova after LeBron James 76ers move?

A viral post claims Bryce James is transferring to Villanova following LeBron James' move to Philly, but the rumor is entirely false. 

Quentin Grimes Evaluates Lakers’ New-Look Roster

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely re-shaped their roster from the team that got to the second round three months ago. L.A. parted ways with six regular rotation players — LeBron James, Marcus...

Kelsey Plum not expected to re-sign with Sparks, trade talks not yet held

The Sparks made a big gamble in trading the No. 2 pick for Kelsey Plum ahead of the 2025 WNBA Draft. It looks set to be a bet that backfires badly. After missing the playoffs last season and...

Dearica Hamby is leading her way as Sparks begin second half of season

The Sparks entered their final game before the All-Star break in a tough situation. Losers of four straight and with Kelsey Plum still out, where offensive production was going to come from was a...

Last year's highly anticipated Lakers reunion is all but forgotten

The buzz about a Los Angeles Lakers reunion with Isaac Bonga is long gone.

Rich Paul explains Rockets' surprise role in LeBron James' 76ers decision

Rich Paul revealed that the Lakers' playoff series win over the Rockets convinced LeBron James to keep playing instead of retiring.

Lakers Reportedly Still Looking For Reinforcements At Center

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely remade their center rotation from last season. Starter Deandre Ayton is gone via a trade to the Washington Wizards and backup Jaxson Hayes joined the Utah...

Draymond Green calls VJ Edgecombe the biggest loser of LeBron James signing with the 76ers

Draymond Green singles out one player after the LeBron James trade.

LeBron's ripple effect gifts Lakers one last bail out of Rob Pelinka's mistakes

The Los Angeles Lakers may soon be able to overcome one of the most polarizing strategies Rob Pelinka has enlisted. It'd be thanks to LeBron James.

Draymond Green opens up about why LeBron James decided not to team up with Steph Curry on Warriors

Rumors heavily connected James to Golden State for months, but ultimately, Green said he believes "history" played a role in his decision.

Jalen Brunson, Knicks make a statement in rankings alongside LeBron James, 76ers

Now that LeBron James is with the 76ers, it's changing the Eastern Conference.

Jonathan Kuminga Rumors: Contract Structure Has Been Holdup With Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are not done wheeling and dealing this offseason, despite already completely remaking their roster around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The clear need is a starting-caliber...

Draymond Green believes LeBron James ignored the Warriors because of their past rivalry

LeBron James joined the 76ers despite the Warriors pushing to sign him.

Nuggets keep vindicating Lakers for picking Walker Kessler over Peyton Watson

The Los Angeles Lakers can thank the Denver Nuggets for confirmation that they made the right choice in free agency.

NBA odds: LeBron James joins 76ers, causes big shift in 2026-27 title futures markets

The King is headed to Philadelphia and here's how oddsmakers reacted to the news

Instead of Kyrie or Anthony Davis, LeBron is settling for a washed-up KCP

LeBron James tried and failed to team up with an old co-star, instead signing in Philadelphia and recruiting former Los Angeles Lakers teammate Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to join him.

Fischer’s Latest: Kuminga, Allen, Harden, Green, Sixers, Blazers

Even after reaching a one-year deal with forward Mario Hezonja, the Cavaliers maintain interest in unrestricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, confirms Jake Fischer of The Stein Line...

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