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Saturday, June 27, 2026
Lakers' Nikola Jokic dreams get an unexpected boost after latest extension rumors

The Los Angeles Lakers may just be able to steal Nikola Jokic as the latest rumors suggest trouble for the Nuggets.

Fever turn up the heat on Sparks in blowout win

The woes for the Sparks continued in Indiana on Saturday as the Fever handed LA a second straight thumping, winning 111-87.  The Sparks continue to struggle with both Kelsey Plum and Cameron Brink...

New Angels Interim GM Provides Update on Franchise’s Plan for Kurt Suzuki

After the Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian on Friday, first-year manager Kurt Suzuki’s job seemed like it could be in danger. Under Suzuki this season, the Angels are 34-49....

Angel City Star Nominated for ESPY Award

Angel City FC star defender Savy King has earned a nomination for a 2026 ESPYS Award. She is one of four nominees for the Best Comeback Athlete Award, alongside golfer Anthony Kim, San Francisco...

Deandre Ayton expected to pick up player option

While Deandre Ayton’s debut season in Los Angeles wasn’t the perfect fit, it was still a strong season for the big man, all things considered. His numbers were, naturally, down from previous...

UCLA Stars Nominated for ESPY Awards

Two UCLA stars have earned nominations for 2026 ESPY Awards: women’s basketball center Lauren Betts and softball utility Megan Grant. Grant and Betts were also teammates on the women’s basketball...

Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Nuggets, Mamukelashvili, Hachimura, More

While the Nuggets have had internal discussions about whether they have the requisite assets to trade for Jaylen Brown, they’re not currently viewed as a “bonafide landing spot” for the Celtics‘...

Deandre Ayton Reaches Decision on $8 Million Player Option: Report

Lakers center Deandre Ayton, a player who was massively inconsistent in the 2025-2026 season, has a player opt-in for the upcoming season. The post Deandre Ayton Reaches Decision on $8 Million...

Nets, Spurs among teams interested in Rui Hachimura

Of the many Lakers’ internal free agents, perhaps the one most likely to find a new home next season is Rui Hachimura. While Rui has had a handful of successful seasons in Los Angeles, his fit...

Lakers Add Robert McCray V & Jacari White On Exhibit 10 Contracts

The NBA Draft has come and gone for the Los Angeles Lakers, with Cameron Carr being their first-round selection at No. 24. L.A. traded into the second round with hopes of making another selection,...

Will the Lakers look to trade Deandre Ayton this offseason?

Much of the discussion about the Lakers’ upcoming offseason has been about acquiring a center of the future. It was the edict from Luka Dončić before he left for Europe this summer and it’s one of...

Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Expected To Exercise Player Option?

Within a round-up of several trade and free agent rumors from various reporters, Kurt Helin of NBC Sports writes that Lakers center Deandre Ayton is expected to exercise his $8.1MM player option...

Biggest offseason question for every West team: Big moves for Lakers, Warriors? Can Spurs trade De'Aaron Fox?

Will LeBron James stay in Los Angeles? What's next for Ja Morant and Kawhi Leonard?

Lakers Rumors: Rockets Interested In Signing Marcus Smart

Marcus Smart was a major catalyst in the Los Angeles Lakers getting past the Houston Rockets in the first round. With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined, Smart stepped up as an on-ball...

5 free agent decisions Lakers fans should monitor

With the official opening of NBA free agency just days away, we inch closer to the point where we can better understand what next season’s Lakers will look like. We already know that Austin Reaves...

Rockets jeopardizing Lakers-Marcus Smart reunion with the help of Ime Udoka

The Houston Rockets have the ammo to stand in the way of the Los Angeles Lakers re-signing Marcus Smart.

Chargers’ Quentin Johnston ‘Fired Up’ for Season Under Mike McDaniel

The Los Angeles Chargers will be entering next season with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Wide receiver Quentin Johnston, who is playing on a fifth-year team option in 2026, said he is...

Cameron Carr Believes Defense Will Get Him On Court For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason is officially underway as the 2026 NBA Draft has come and gone. The Lakers had one pick in the first round and wound up trading up from 25 to 24 to draft Cameron...

Lakers landed the biggest steal of the draft in Cameron Carr

The Los Angeles Lakers traded up to get Cameron Carr, and the 6’5 wing will quickly go down as the biggest steal of the draft.

Lakers Reportedly Figuring Out How To Use Cap Space Before Making Offer To LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers had two major questions coming into this offseason in terms of retaining their stars. With Austin Reaves agreeing to a new four-year contract to return to the team, all of...

Bryce James jokes will make you laugh after 2026 NBA Draft

LeBron's son just completed his first season on campus at the University of Arizona.

LeBron James To Speak At Boardroom’s Game Plan Summit At Fanatics Fest NYC

CNBC Sport and Boardroom have announced that they will be hosting the fourth annual Game Plan Summit on July 16 at Fanatics Fest NYC. This summit brings together many of the top and most...

Darryn Peterson Takes Inspiration From Kobe Bryant To Next Level

The Utah Jazz selected Kansas guard Darryn Peterson with the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Despite a somewhat tumultuous season with the Jayhawks, many feel that Peterson has the...

Lakers look genius for dumping Dorian Finney-Smith after latest Rockets rumors

The Los Angeles Lakers took plenty of heat for letting Dorian Finney-Smith walk in free agency, but the latest rumors only further signal it was the right move.

30 teams, 7 tiers: NBA franchises that will domina...

Which front offices boast the most spending power? Which are battling to avoid the second apron? Bobby Marks examines all 30 teams.

Lakers News: Cameron Carr Hoping To Put On Weight This Offseason

The first addition of the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers came in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. General manager Rob Pelinka selected Baylor wing Cameron Carr with the No. 24 pick,...

Lakers have a glaring reason to prioritize Marcus Smart when free agency starts

The Los Angeles Lakers guard is still an elite POA defender.

Angels Fire GM Perry Minasian in First Major Move Amid Calls for Organizational Change

The Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian on Friday as the franchise endures an 11th straight losing season in 2026. Minasian was in the final guaranteed year of his contract and...

Friday, June 26, 2026
Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Brown, Smart, Watson, Hawks, Turner, More

After reporting over a month ago that the Trail Blazers were among the teams with interest in Jaylen Brown, Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link) say Portland is the club...

Cameron Carr knows his priorities to carve out a role with the Los Angeles Lakers

Cameron Carr seems ready to prove and cement himself as a rotation player for the Lakers as a rookie.

Lakers are running out of options after Isaiah Hartenstein breaks their heart again

Isaiah Hartenstein has turned away the Los Angeles Lakers—again. That's left the Lakers with one less option in an already thin market.

Reports say LeBron James will likely leave the Los Angeles Lakers in the offseason

LeBron James is undecided about his future, and some signs are pointing to him leaving the Lakers.

Cameron Carr is literally already following Dalton Knecht toward Lakers nightmare

Los Angeles Lakers fans better hope Cameron Carr doesn't keep following Dalton Knecht.

Cameron Carr on Lakers acquiring him draft night: 'It didn't feel real'

The 6-foot-5 guard from Baylor, whose father spent six seasons in the NBA, is trying to exceed expectations, he says during his introductory news conference.

Cameron Carr says entering Lakers facility was a ‘moment of happiness’

A player only gets one chance to make a first impression. On Friday afternoon, Lakers rookie Cameron Carr had that moment and soaked it all in. The newest Laker met with the LA media and was just...

Lakers can’t panic into a Mitchell Robinson overpay just because of Jalen Duren

The Los Angeles Lakers need a center, but the latest Jalen Duren news shouldn't scare them into an overpay.

Lakers’ Center Search Gets Boost After Mitchell Robinson Update

The Lakers are among the many teams that badly need a center, and with options drying up, they finally got some good news about a target. The post Lakers’ Center Search Gets Boost After Mitchell...

Lakers point guard predicted to leave Austin Reaves, Los Angeles for Heat

A former Miami Heat backcourt contributor believes the franchise should steal a former second-round pick from the Los Angeles Lakers.

Matthew Stafford Nominated for Huge ESPY Award

After winning the 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player Award last season, Los Angeles Rams veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford is up for another major award at the 2026 ESPYS. Stafford was nominated for...

Cameron Carr will be a fan favorite if he makes good on first Lakers comments

Cameron Carr only needed an introductory press conference to show the Los Angeles Lakers that he's everything their fans wanted in a wing.

Cameron Carr Expresses Excitement At Lakers Introductory Press Conference

The Los Angeles Lakers traded up one spot with the New York Knicks to ensure they got the player they wanted, Baylor guard Cameron Carr, with the 24th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Many...

ESPN Analyst Ranks USC’s Wide Receivers in the Nation’s Top 10 Despite Drafted Stars

Despite losing two wide receivers to the NFL Draft, the USC Trojans have plenty of young talent to showcase, leading to a top 10 ranking by one analyst. The post ESPN Analyst Ranks USC’s Wide...

Lakers named landing spot for $75 million Hornets high-flying forward after LaMelo Ball trade

The Los Angeles Lakers were linked to an explosive Charlotte Hornets wing on Friday.

Parents of ex-NFL player Doug Martin allege excessive force by Oakland police in wrongful death suit

The parents of late NFL running back Doug Martin have filed a federal wrongful-death suit alleging Oakland police used excessive force while their son was experiencing a mental health crisis.

Alyssa Thomas' flagrant foul on Caitlin Clark has been 'blown out of proportion,' says WNBA legend

The WNBA suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game for making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat. Former WNBA players say the foul 'wasn't intentional.'

Heat predicted to outbid Lakers for generational $101 million star after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

The Miami Heat were recently urged to pursue a game-changing trade for a Los Angeles Lakers standout forward

Clippers Reportedly Delay Bogdan Bogdanovic Decision Amid Trade Talks

The Clippers and guard Bogdan Bogdanovic have agreed to wait on his $16 million club option amid trade talks. The post Clippers Reportedly Delay Bogdan Bogdanovic Decision Amid Trade Talks...

Lakers shouldn't ignore rising dark horse in the LeBron James sweepstakes

The Los Angeles Lakers would be unwise to ignore a rising competitor for LeBron James' services from the Eastern Conference.

Warriors get major LeBron James news after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade miss

The Golden State Warriors should feel better about their chances of landing a Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward.

Free Agent Notes: LeBron, Harden, Mamukelashvili, Martin

LeBron James is just days away from officially becoming an unrestricted free agent, but according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the star forward and the Lakers have yet to engage in serious...

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