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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Lakers newsletter: It's showtime: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves lead Lakers into new era

Not many people know what to make of this team, but the Lakers have one key partnership: Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.

Knicks' long-awaited banner night gets dramatic twist with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown visiting

New York's championship celebration will double as the Philadelphia debuts of two of the NBA's biggest names.

Windhorst: What Madison Square Garden means to LeBron James

It's only fitting that LeBron opens his final chapter inside "The World's Most Famous Arena."

Monday, October 19, 2026
Lakers could sign ex-Mavericks lob threat, former Luka Doncic teammate waived by Dallas

The Los Angeles Lakers are in some big need for a third true center. A perfect Luka Doncic former teammate just became available.

Lakers face brutal $4.2M hit after Dalton Knecht mistake made one year ago comes to light

The Los Angeles Lakers waived Dalton Knecht on Monday. However, they made a mistake a year ago that will cost them.

Where to watch LeBron James' Sixers debut: Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for 76ers-Knicks

Here’s everything you need to know to watch 76ers vs. Knicks, including the start time, TV channel and live stream information.

Changes for the Chargers? Jim Harbaugh Will ‘Address Everything’

Following an 0-6 start and a six-point performance in Kansas City, head coach Jim Harbaugh hinted at potential offensive changes during the Chargers' bye week, including a possible move away from...

How Bronny James became the last survivor of Lakers' 2024 draft class -- and why that's not a good thing

With his father on the 76ers, James still kept his Lakers roster spot over first-round pick Dalton Knecht

Lakers finally waive Dalton Knecht after failed trade talks ahead of season opener vs. Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers finally make a decision has been hinted for some time now. The Lakers move on from their once prized first-rounder.

Lakers waive former first-round pick Knecht

The Los Angeles Lakers waived their 2024 first-round pick Dalton Knecht on Monday, the team announced.

Dodgers’ Free Agent Sends Heartfelt Message to Fans

Los Angeles Dodgers free agent reliever Alex Vesia sent a message to Dodger fans before heading into free agency this offseason. Vesia played all but five games of his MLB career thus far with the...

Luka Doncic Believes Pick-And-Roll Chemistry With Walker Kessler Will Improve With More Reps

Both Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers were adamant about getting an ideal center that would make sense to pair with the superstar guard and the team did that by trading for Walker Kessler...

Rash of Rams injuries will sideline Davante Adams, Poona Ford and Kobie Turner

Rams wide receiver Davante Adams will miss six to 10 weeks with a ruptured hamstring and Kobie Turner will be placed on injured reserve.

Ranking every single member of the Lakers roster ahead of NBA Opening Night

The Los Angeles Lakers finally locked in their 15 players for this season by releasing Dalton Knecht. How does everyone stack up?

Lakers must open a two-way spot after the Grizzlies waived Micah Peavy

After being waived by the Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Lakers need to jump on Micah Peavy and waive Chris Manon.

Dalton Knecht waived by Lakers: Why the 2024 draft class was doomed from the start (and the No. 1 pick)

Four lottery picks have already been traded and Knecht is now off the roster a day before the 2026-27 season begins

Rams Get Devastating Injury News on Multiple Stars

The Los Angeles Rams suffered three long-term injuries to key position player groups during their loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The post Rams Get Devastating Injury News on Multiple...

LeBron James addresses helicopter commute ahead of 76ers debut

LeBron James will suit up for his first 76ers game against the New York Knicks.

Lakers releasing Dalton Knecht shows how badly Rob Pelinka botched his trade window

The Los Angeles Lakers mishandled the timing of when to trade Dalton Knecht big-time.

Lakers Make Final Roster Cut Before Beginning of Season

The Los Angeles Lakers waived forward Dalton Knecht on Monday, reducing the size of their roster to 15 just before their Monday deadline. The post Lakers Make Final Roster Cut Before Beginning of...

Bronny James makes Lakers roster, but pressure mounts with Dalton Knecht gone

The Los Angeles Lakers kept Bronny James on their regular season roster, but he faces even more pressure with Dalton Knecht gone.

Lakers Waive Dalton Knecht

The Lakers, who entered the day with 16 players on standard guaranteed contracts, are waiving former first-round pick Dalton Knecht in order to set their 15-man roster for the regular season,...

Lakers waive Dalton Knecht, roster now at 15 players

Once a draft steal for the Lakers, Dalton Knecht’s drastic fall has bottomed out. On Monday, the Lakers made official a move many had speculated this preseason in waiving Knecht, bringing their...

Rams Make Decision on Blake Grupe Following Injury vs Cardinals

The Los Angeles Rams placed kicker Blake Grupe, who signed with the team Tuesday, on injured reserve following an injury he sustained Sunday. The post Rams Make Decision on Blake Grupe Following...

Lakers Waive Dalton Knecht To Get Roster Down To 15 Players

The Los Angeles Lakers went into training camp this year with a bit of a roster crunch as they had 16 players on guaranteed contracts and had to get it down to 15 before Opening Night. The Lakers...

Collin Sexton Feeling Good After Returning To Full Practice With Lakers

Perhaps the most intriguing addition the Los Angeles Lakers made this summer was point guard Collin Sexton. The veteran guard has become an extremely reliable player who can operate on or off the...

Warriors expect Curry (ankle) to play in opener vs. Lakers

The Warriors expect Stephen Curry to be available for Wednesday night's season opener against the Lakers despite tweaking his right ankle during an open scrimmage on Sunday.

Warriors reveal if Stephen Curry will play season opener vs. Lakers after injury scare

Stephen Curry limped off during Golden State’s open practice Sunday, raising concern about the same knee that sidelined him last season. Steve Kerr delivered a much better update Monday.

Achilles tear abruptly ends Ben Simmons' NBA and Australian national team comebacks

Ben Simmons’ comeback with the Sacramento Kings abruptly ended when he tore his Achilles, an injury that also threatens his hopes of representing Australia in major tournaments.

Kyren Williams Voices Frustrations After Crushing Cardinals Loss

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams spoke about his lack of involvement after Sunday's loss to the Arizona Cardinals. The post Kyren Williams Voices Frustrations After Crushing Cardinals...

2 biggest internal concerns for Lakers entering the regular season

The Los Angeles Lakers are staring at two unsolved issues with their depth chart on the eve of the regular season (not great!).

Lakers reportedly working on Dalton Knecht trade ahead of regular season

According to a recent report, the Los Angeles Lakers hope to move on from a struggling 25-year-old wing.

Walker Kessler knows there will be a ‘transitional period’ of learning to play with Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves

Between injuries and designated rest days, Walker Kessler only played alongside Austin Reaves for two preseason games and appeared next to Luka Dončić for a singular preseason game, all of which...

JJ Redick won't allow young Lakers to be short on confidence in 2026-27

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is making sure that his young wings believe in themselves enough to compete with the royalty of the NBA.

Walker Kessler is embracing playing for a storied franchise in the Lakers

Among the Los Angeles Lakers’ reverence as a franchise, their storied history of big men and the substantial trade the Lakers made to acquire him this summer, Walker Kessler is, unfairly or...

Lakers Announce Partnership With NordVPN

The Los Angeles Lakers announced a new partnership with NordVPN, a leading cybersecurity and digital privacy company. “We’re thrilled to welcome NordVPN as a Lakers partner and look forward to...

So was LeBron James overrated? We asked that question on our cover in 2003, and we have our answer

Entering LeBron's 24th season, a look back at what the critics got wrong about him.

Masai Ujiri tells an outrageous story about LeBron James' unique work ethic

Masai Ujiri has a unique relationship with one of his toughest rivals, LeBron James.

Will the Lakers’ preseason approach come back to haunt them?

When the Lakers decided they would remake nearly the entirety of their roster in a single offseason, there were always going to be pressure points placed on the months leading into the regular...

Lakers looking for ‘workable trade’ to send out Dalton Knecht, acquire center

Last week, Jake Fischer reported the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks “held exploratory trade discussions” around a deal that would send Dalton Knecht to Milwaukee and Jericho Sims to Los...

Lakers' Moussa Cisse dreams are dead, but Dwight Powell raises a new question

Is Dwight Powell worth a look for the Los Angeles Lakers after the Dallas Mavericks released him?

Walker Kessler Embracing Big Expectations That Come With Being Lakers Center

The Los Angeles Lakers got their first look at Walker Kessler playing alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in their preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Kessler scored six...

Cason Wallace extension forcing ex-Lakers champ Alex Caruso to monitor Thunder future

Former Los Angeles Lakers wing Alex Caruso could be looking for a new home next summer after the Oklahoma City Thunder paid up for Cason Wallace.

Lakers News: JJ Redick Has Strong Belief In Ziaire Williams

Ziaire Williams has left preseason as a prime candidate to start on Opening Night for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors. Despite playing only two games, he showed youthful...

Lakers face stiff competition for Moussa Cisse if Mavericks cut him

There is no direct flight to Hollywood for Moussa Cisse, but the Los Angeles Lakers are certainly interested in landing the Dallas Mavericks center.

Warriors get concerning injury update on player not named Steph Curry for season opener vs. Lakers

The Golden State Warriors are gearing for the first game of the season on Wednesday. The team suffered.a key injury and it isn't Steph Curry's most recent one.

76ers sign 7-foot-6 gigantic rim finisher to potentially pair with LeBron James, Jaylen Brown

The Philadelphia 76ers made a huge signing, literally. The 76ers will have the tallest player in the NBA on their team.

New-look Lakers set to prove they are NBA title contenders

Coach JJ Redick, who has not tipped his hand on a starting five, believes the team can compete in the West, as does superstar Luka Doncic.

The new-look Lakers have much to prove and no chance of winning it all

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are leading the revamped Lakers roster, but the team is still destined to endure a familiar early postseason exit.

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