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Lakers Draft

Feb 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) celebrates are a basket against the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Lakers rookie Cameron Carr already understands what far too many veterans ignore

Maxwell Ogden

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Jul 6, 2026

Cameron Carr pick hasn't changed how Lakers should approach Peyton Watson

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 29, 2026

Lakers landed the biggest steal of the draft in Cameron Carr

Tyler Watts

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Jun 27, 2026

Cameron Carr can thank Luka Doncic's ex-teammate for blueprint to Lakers success

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 25, 2026

Marquette Golden Eagles guard Chase Ross

Lakers’ latest UDFA signing delivers a perfect gamble for the Luka Doncic era

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 25, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) reacts after a play against the Southern University Jaguars during the first half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Even Clippers fans can't deny Lakers stand out as big winner from 2026 NBA Draft

Mike Luciano

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Jun 25, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) bites his jersey against the VCU Rams in the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Lakers quickly move on from absurd Henri Veesaar saga with genius UDFA signings

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 25, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic

NBA Draft hinted Lakers and Mavericks have moved past the Luka Doncic trade

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 25, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) reacts in the first half against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lakers send Bronny James a clear message after striking UDFA gold

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 25, 2026

North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar

Dorian Finney-Smith trade quietly cost the Lakers their shot to draft Henri Veesaar

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 25, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic

Lakers' failure to draft missing piece around Luka Doncic will haunt LA

Tyler Watts

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Jun 24, 2026

North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar

Hawks completely ruined the Lakers' Henri Veesaar gamble in the NBA Draft

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 24, 2026

UNC center Henri Veesaar during a press conference on Thursday, March 5, 2026, in the Smith Center media room.

Henri Veesaar takes page out of Austin Reaves’ book to cost Lakers their dream pick

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 24, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Dalton Knecht

Dalton Knecht is quietly the biggest loser of Lakers drafting Cameron Carr

Jordanna Clark

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Jun 24, 2026

Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr

Cameron Carr perfectly embodies what Lakers should envision in a Luka Doncic retool

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 24, 2026

North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar

Lakers suddenly face bold Henri Veesaar opportunity after Round 1 of the NBA Draft

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 24, 2026

Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr

Lakers' next move after stealing Cameron Carr should be finally ending a failed fit

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 24, 2026

Dec 18, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Daniel Gafford (21) reacts after he dunks the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Mavs just kicked door wide open for Lakers to reunite Luka with Daniel Gafford

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 23, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) reacts to his three point basket against the Houston Cougars in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Lakers finally learn from NBA Draft misfires with perfect Cameron Carr pick

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 23, 2026

Dec 2, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Isaiah Evans (3) reacts after making the game-winning steal during the second half against the Florida Gators at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils won 67-66. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Lakers get last-minute hope for a major steal in latest ESPN mock draft

Chris Lambert

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Jun 23, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Lakers' dream NBA Draft outcome has nothing to do with any one prospect

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 23, 2026

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler

Jazz landing AJ Dybantsa isn't the only way Walker Kessler becomes available to Lakers

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 19, 2026

Mar 23, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic (77) reacts to a play against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Lakers could be setting themselves up for a major mistake after latest draft workout

Chris Lambert

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Jun 18, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) and guard Luka Doncic (77) react after a defensive play during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Lakers' answer to major wing need could come true if latest mock draft is right

Chris Lambert

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Jun 17, 2026

BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3)

Lakers have a selfish reason to root hard for Jazz to draft AJ Dybantsa

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 17, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Lakers risk blowing crucial draft selection if ESPN’s latest mock draft is correct

Chris Lambert

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Jun 16, 2026

Nov 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, right, talks with Leroy Sims, director of player performance & health, prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers may find their ideal shooter through a clever draft-night swap

Chris Lambert

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Jun 14, 2026

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (8) in the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers' path up NBA Draft board may have to start with uncomfortable phone call

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 11, 2026

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