Year: 2022

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 05: Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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Jul 2, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Mac McClung (55) shoots against Miami Heat guard Jamaree Bouyea (52) during the second quarter at the California Summer League at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Warriors steal a potential hidden gem from the Los Angeles Lakers

Mar 7, 2022; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (7) looks over in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers may have subtly revealed Carmelo Anthony’s fate with no. choice

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 31: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles against the Milwaukee Bucks during their game at Barclays Center on March 31, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

4 players that could be included in a Lakers Kyrie Irving trade

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Los Angeles Lakers fans need this LeBron James milestone bobblehead

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 03: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Wayne Ellington #2 (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

2022 free agency proves just how horrible the Lakers roster was last year

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JANUARY 23: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter of the game at Target Center on January 23, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Nets 136-125. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Shifting Lakers title odds signal a Kyrie Irving trade is near

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 25: Josh Christopher # 9 of the Houston Rockets moves the ball against the defense of Kris Dunn # 18 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at Moda Center on March 25, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Lakers could add an elite defender in this potential free-agent target

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 25: Lonnie Walker IV #1 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles against Rui Hachimura #8 of the Washington Wizards during the first quarter at Capital One Arena on February 25, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Grading the Los Angeles Lakers signing of Lonnie Walker IV

Jul 5, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) handles the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Javante McCoy (46) during the third quarter at the California Summer League at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

The best and worst players from Lakers first summer league stretch

LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 25: Quinn Cook #2, Jared Dudley #10, and Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers guard Tyrell Terry #1 of the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Staples Center on December 25, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 138-115. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Lakers should sign this former draft target after being waived by Grizzlies

Apr 25, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) reacts during the second quarter of game four of the first round of the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Boston Celtics at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers: Kyrie Irving trade might be around the corner after Nets signings

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 16: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on February 16, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers: 3 Talen Horton-Tucker trades that now make perfect sense

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 22: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Barclays Center on December 22, 2020 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Kevin Durant, Warriors may steal more titles from Lakers’ LeBron James

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Thomas Bryant #13 of the Washington Wizards in action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Why signing Thomas Bryant makes perfect sense for the Lakers

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 28: Isaiah Roby #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dunks the ball alongside Keon Johnson #6 of the Portland Trail Blazers during overtime at Moda Center on March 28, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Lakers now have a dream young free-agent targets thanks to Thunder

Jul 3, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) dribbles against Golden State Warriors forward Dustin Sleva (45) during the first quarter at the California Summer League at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Scotty Pippen Jr. shows he belongs in NBA in Lakers summer league win

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 07: Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy works with players ahead of the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Crypto.com Arena on January 07, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

This Lakers coach is the key to making Kyrie Irving work in LA

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 27: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets in action against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center on March 27, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Charlotte Hornets defeated the Brooklyn Nets 119-110. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Lakers would be foolish to let this small hurdle stop a Kyrie Irving trade

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Derrick Jones Jr. #5 of the Chicago Bulls during the second quarter at Staples Center on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: In defense of Talen Horton-Tucker

Jul 2, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) shoots against Miami Heat guard Mychal Mulder (12) during the first quarter at the California Summer League at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Lessons from the Lakers summer league win over the Heat

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 01: Thomas Bryant #13 of the Washington Wizards hangs on the rim after dunking in front of Hamidou Diallo #6 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

3 free agents under 25 the Los Angeles Lakers could sign

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 31: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a play with referee Derrick Collins #11 during the second quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on December 31, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Why the Lakers’ signings make it easier to trade Talen Horton-Tucker

GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - JANUARY 22: Scotty Pippen Jr. #2 of the Vanderbilt Commodores looks on during the second half of a game against the Florida Gators at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on January 22, 2022 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers UDFA Scotty Pippen Jr. is underrated

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - APRIL 29: Joe Tsai, Executive Vice Chairman, Alibaba Group, participates in a panel discussion during the annual Milken Institute Global Conference at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on April 29, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images)

Nets owner’s described desires scream for Lakers’ Russell Westbrook