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Dec 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Spencer Jones (21) reacts against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Lakers must capitalize on Nuggets' cash crunch to sign Spencer Jones

Maxwell Ogden

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Lakers need Bronny James to study Miles McBride's blueprint during NBA Finals

Maxwell Ogden

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7:00 AM PDT

Luka Doncic’s recruiting powers face a major test in Marcus Smart’s free agency

Tyler Watts

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6:00 AM PDT

Lakers under-the-radar addition could result from Thunder roster crunch

Colin Keane

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Jun 7, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Dalton Knecht

Lakers have inevitable Dalton Knecht trade choice to fit Luka Doncic’s title timeline

Tyler Watts

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Jun 7, 2026

Former Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner.

Lakers could re-energize Myles Turner the way they did Marcus Smart

Colin Keane

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Jun 7, 2026

Dec 18, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Adou Thiero (1) warms up before a game against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

Lakers need Adou Thiero to study OG Anunoby to realize unique potential

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 7, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Ochai Agbaji (30) runs up court after a basket against the New York Knicks during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Lakers must invest in Ochai Agbaji's redemption before NBA sees his potential

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 7, 2026

Dec 19, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (23) reacts after a dunk against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Mitchell Robinson interest is a great sign if Lakers are honest about his fit

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 7, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (8) smiles as he warms up before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

De'Anthony Melton can be the ideal bridge Lakers between Luka and Austin Reaves

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 7, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves' future is clear thanks to Luka Doncic's say in Lakers' decision-making

Tyler Watts

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Jun 7, 2026

Jan 26, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts after scoring against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Lakers should target underrated Pistons big man not named Jalen Duren

Chris Lambert

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Jun 7, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Luguentz Dort

Lakers' dream Lu Dort trade would create LeBron James free agency crisis

Tyler Watts

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Jun 6, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James

Bronny James' Lakers future hinges entirely on fitting next to Luka Doncic

Tyler Watts

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Jun 6, 2026

Dec 12, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) during practice prior to the Emirates Cup semifinals at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Lakers' next Island of Misfit Toys addition could be their best yet

Chris Lambert

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Jun 6, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

Lakers approaching standoff with LeBron James that doesn't add to winning

Colin Keane

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Jun 6, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts during the second quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

NBA Finals proving Lakers have the wrong idea about what they need at center

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 6, 2026

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson.

Lakers might make Mitchell Robinson mistake thanks to Karl-Anthony Towns

Colin Keane

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Jun 6, 2026

May 21, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward Og Anunoby (8) reacts after making a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second quarter of the eastern conference finals of the 2026 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

OG Anunoby is showing the Lakers exactly what they're missing

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 6, 2026

Sep 25, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, left, speaks during a press conference to preview the 2025-26 season at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Lakers have perfect role player to immediately target after inevitable Thunder move

Chris Lambert

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Jun 6, 2026

Oct 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht (4) warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Lakers can get a Dalton Knecht do-over at the 2026 NBA Draft

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 6, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James

LeBron James faces new ultimatum after Lakers prioritize Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves

Tyler Watts

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Jun 6, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis

Lakers bringing back Anthony Davis remains a divisive idea for good reason

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 6, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Lebron James.

Warriors offer LeBron James the only thing left worth playing for in the West

Colin Keane

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Jun 5, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura

Austin Reaves’ max contract rumors threaten to force Rui Hachimura off the Lakers

Tyler Watts

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Jun 5, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) points in the direction of Knicks fan Spike Lee (not pictured) after a three point shot against the New York Knicks during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Lakers' safest trade for a former Luka Doncic teammate wouldn't be for a center

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 5, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka.

Lakers might trip over themselves in pursuing two Nuggets trade targets

Colin Keane

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Jun 5, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Isaiah Evans (3) celebrates after a play against the Virginia Cavaliers during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Drafting Isaiah Evans would save Lakers from a potential free agency overpay

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 5, 2026

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