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Clippers Want to Hold on to Young Wing in Peyton Watson Pursuit

The Los Angeles Clippers have made their interest in free agent Peyton Watson clear, but won't give up a key player in a sign-and-trade. The post Clippers Want to Hold on to Young Wing in Peyton...

Bronny James may already know where his Lakers future is headed

Bronny James' salary with the Los Angeles Lakers next season is now officially guaranteed, but that doesn't mean he will be with the team.

Warriors on a clock to land LeBron James with backup options 'dwindling'

The Golden State Warriors are risking their roster depth to pursue LeBron James, but the shrinking free-agent pool leaves Stephen Curry's aging team in limbo.

Rob Pelinka finally granting Anthony Davis’ longtime wish is a slap in the face

Anthony Davis never made it a secret what he wanted from the Los Angeles Lakers. Well... He finally has it.

Sandro Mamukelashvili’s Creative Contract Could Benefit Lakers Next Year

The Los Angeles Lakers were one of many teams tied to Toronto Raptors big man Sandro Mamukelashvili in free agency, but it became clear early on that L.A. was the frontrunner, and it was only a...

Angels Reinstate Mike Trout Amid 7-Game Losing Streak

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated All-Star outfielder Mike Trout ahead of their game against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. The post Angels Reinstate Mike Trout Amid 7-Game Losing Streak appeared...

Nuggets predicted to pass on LeBron James, sign $73M ex-Spurs 6-time All-Star, 17-year veteran

The Denver Nuggets are in on the LeBron James sweepstakes. However, in this potential scenario they skip out on the James for another future Hall of Fame caliber veteran.

Lakers officially cut ties with disgruntled $101 million superstar, four-time NBA champion

The Los Angeles Lakers are moving on from a franchise legend.

Lakers quietly built an elite strength with Walker Kessler and Kevon Looney

The Los Angeles Lakers are going to dominate the glass with Walker Kessler and Kevon Looney.

Lakers officially cut ties with 6-foot-3 ex-Cavaliers All-Rookie guard, NBA champion

The Los Angeles Lakers are moving on from a former Cleveland Cavaliers backcourt contributor.

Angels’ Ben Joyce Back on Rehab Assignment After Huge Setback

Los Angeles Angels reliever Ben Joyce returned to his rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Tuesday. The post Angels’ Ben Joyce Back on Rehab Assignment After Huge Setback appeared...

Pair of Sparks Named WNBA All-Stars

Two players for the Los Angeles Sparks were named All-Stars for the 2026 season, with both stars adding to their already lengthy lists of appearances. The post Pair of Sparks Named WNBA All-Stars...

Lakers' Kevon Looney signing immediately boosts another offseason pursuit

New Los Angeles Lakers center Kevon Looney could help the team land Jonathan Kuminga.

Woodbridge High senior wins gold medal in speed climbing

Maddi Haferling is headed to Italy to compete at the Youth World Championships in speed climbing.

Walker Kessler sign-and-trade silence signals Lakers aren't done yet

The Los Angeles Lakers could be looking to expand the Walker Kessler sign-and-trade.

Warriors' Steph Curry reveals feelings on teaming up with LeBron James

Golden State seems to have fallen just a bit back in the race.

Four teams still believe they can land LeBron James despite vibes pointing toward Cleveland

The league might think LeBron James is headed back home to Cleveland, but four heavyweight contenders are refusing to back down from the sweepstakes.

Lakers officially sign 6-foot-5 ex-Knicks rising star guard to assist Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers added a former New York Knicks high-upside contributor on Tuesday.

Fitting in after 'The Decision' as told by Heat teammates of LeBron James (SN Archive — 2010)

“Championship teams from the past — they all had role players."

Lakers' perfect Dalton Knecht replacement sends clear message to Los Angeles after Knicks trade

A 6-foot-5 Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard didn't mince his words on his expectations for Year 1.

76ers' pitch to LeBron James is hard for Cavaliers, Heat, Warriors to compete with

Bob Myers bypassed traditional free agency meetings to pitch LeBron James directly, giving Philadelphia a clear edge over his other remaining suitors.

Mariska Hargitay? Peyton Manning? Who should get the chance to pitch LeBron James on their team next?

Bob Myers got to sell Rich Paul on the 76ers; now it's time to open up the podcast studio

Luka Dončić ‘pushed hard’ for Lakers to trade for Walker Kessler

LeBron James might be gone from the Lakers, but that doesn’t mean player empowerment is over in Los Angeles. Luka Dončić has had some things to say. He’s reportedly been in “constant...

Lakers' reported DeMar DeRozan decision makes plenty of basketball sense

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly made up their minds about a potential pursuit of veteran guard DeMar DeRozan.

Luka Doncic has one feeling for Lakers future after LeBron James exit

With LeBron James moving on, the Lakers instantly built a brand-new roster around Luka Doncic and the superstar guard is completely bought in.

Lakers officially part ways with Dwight Howard even after Hall of Fame induction

The big fella was still technically on a cap sheet in the NBA.

Lakers Rumors: Final Roster Spots Viewed As ‘Critical’ For 2026-27 Team

The Los Angeles Lakers sit at 14 rostered players as of the morning of Wednesday, July 8. They’ve welcomed five new players — Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes officially, Walker Kessler,...

Lakers make long-awaited Carmelo Anthony contract move

This is a name that the Lakers hadn't had to consider in a while.

Celtics predicted to outbid Lakers for $46 million Warriors NBA champion castoff

An NBA writer named the Boston Celtics as the best landing spot for a former Golden State Warriors forward.

Lakers make official LeBron James free agency decision

Los Angeles had a busy day on the salary cap sheet.

Lakers are betting big on Luka Doncic with Kevon Looney signing

The Los Angeles Lakers just signed Kevon Looney with hopes that Luka Doncic can bring out the best in the veteran center.

Bob Myers shares Philadelphia 76ers' free agent pitch to LeBron James
Lakers Rumors: Players & Staff Members Recruiting Jonathan Kuminga

The Los Angeles Lakers are not yet done with their offseason dealing, despite already massively reshaping the roster and landing at 14 players with their most recent reported addition of Kevon...

LeBron James leaving Lakers makes Austin Reaves a clear favorite for NBA award

Austin Reaves is on the fast track to his first career NBA accolade after LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers.

Warriors reportedly need $175M saving grace to sign LeBron James for Steph Curry, Draymond Green

The Golden State Warriors are all in on LeBron James. it turns out if they want him, they are going to need one important factor or else it could be game over in the James sweepstakes.

How the Lakers can create cap space for Jonathan Kuminga or another free agent

After their free-agent spending spree, the Lakers are effectively out of spending power. They’re currently projected to be only $1.9 million below the cap before re-signing Austin Reaves, signing...

Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht, Jarred Vanderbilt for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion

The Lakers are trying to get rid of Dalton Knecht. In this potential deal they are able to send him to a young team for an NBA champion.

Warriors' Draymond Green reportedly meeting with ex-Laker LeBron James in final recruiting pitch

The Golden State Warriors are all in on LeBron James. After meeting with the organization and Steph Curry, Draymond Green is hoping to be the final one to persuade James.

NBA insiders keep pointing LeBron James toward one familiar destination

It keeps coming back to one spot..

76ers' pitch to LeBron James just got a major boost from NBA insiders

Things are getting interesting..

Pacific Notes: Suns, B. Jackson, Lakers, Clippers

The Suns officially announced their new deals for center Mark Williams and guards Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin on Tuesday, with general manager Brian Gregory calling it a “great day for our...

Cameron Carr Is So Locked Into Summer League He Didn’t Realize LeBron James Was Leaving Lakers

One of the biggest questions going into the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers was the future of LeBron James. After eight years with the franchise, James was set to hit unrestricted free agency...

Even Luka Doncic can't transform Kevon Looney into what the Lakers need

The Los Angeles Lakers signed Kevon Looney to back up Walker Kessler, but even Luka Doncic can’t make the veteran standout in that role.

LeBron James Rumors: Cavs, Heat, Sixers, Warriors, Lakers Exit

The teams pursuing star forward LeBron James have “reported mostly one-way communication,” according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who suggests that those clubs haven’t had much back-and-forth...

Mavericks Rookie Sergio De Larrea Idolized Luka Doncic Growing Up

There are very few players in the history of international basketball who were dominant as a teenager overseas before coming over to the NBA, but Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was one...

Lakers' Max Christie reunion could turn from dream to reality if Mavericks don't act

The Los Angeles Lakers would love to bring Max Christie back, and the dream could quickly become a reality if the Mavericks don’t get a deal done.

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to incredible World Cup comeback; LeBron James inching closer to decision

Plus, the top 25 NFL players under the age of 25

What we're hearing after the first week of NBA fre...

The latest updates on the biggest free agents, and what's next for Lakers, Bucks and others after major moves.

ESPN insider reveals growing belief about LeBron James' next team
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