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Mar 15, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) celebrates during the second half after scoring a career high 60 points against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

2 Lakers who would benefit the most from a Kyrie Irving trade

Jason Reed

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Aug 13, 2022

Victor Oladipo’s Russell Westbrook comments are terrible sign for Lakers

Jerry Trotta

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Aug 13, 2022

3 Most likely positions the Lakers will use for the last roster spot

Jason Reed

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Aug 12, 2022

Kings signing castoffs from Lakers’ nightmare seasons is strange

Mike Luciano

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Aug 12, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 19: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of a basketball game at Staples Center on October 19, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

ESPN predicts a better season for the Lakers even with Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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Aug 12, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 19, 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

No star has done so little with as much help as Lakers’ Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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Aug 11, 2022

February 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka during the first quarter in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Rob Pelinka is directly going against his promise to LeBron James

Mike Luciano

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Aug 11, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 23: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles in front of James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers during a 126-121 76ers win at Crypto.com Arena on March 23, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE

The 76ers won’t be able to help the Lakers trade for Kyrie Irving

Jason Reed

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Aug 11, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 16: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first 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)

3 keys to the Los Angeles Lakers shocking the world next season

Jason Reed

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Aug 11, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 31: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Lakers have unrealistic hopes for Russell Westbrook

Jerry Trotta

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Aug 10, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: Los Angeles Lakers new head coach Darvin Ham speaks during his introductory press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on June 06, 2022 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Insider suggests Lakers are saving 2029 pick for a different trade

Jason Reed

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Aug 10, 2022

February 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka during the first quarter in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers are finally coming to their senses about a Kyrie Irving trade

Jason Reed

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Aug 10, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 23: Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers with Sean Marks before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 23, 2020 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 Matteo Marchi/Getty Images)

Nets may end up getting more than two Lakers’ first-round picks after all

Jason Reed

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Aug 9, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 12: Executive Vice Chairman of Alibaba Group and Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai (C) watches the game during the first half of the Eastern Conference 2022 Play-In Tournament between the Brooklyn Nets and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Barclays Center on April 12, 2022 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)

Joe Tsai’s tweet indicates a Kyrie Irving trade will happen for Lakers

Jason Reed

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Aug 9, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 08: Head coach Steve Nash of the Brooklyn Nets talks with Kyrie Irving #11 during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Barclays Center on April 08, 2022 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)

Lakers fans will love how Kyrie Irving feels about Steve Nash and Sean Marks

Jerry Trotta

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Aug 9, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 17: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to the bench of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half of a game at Fiserv Forum on November 17, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook likes a tweet bashing the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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Aug 9, 2022

Mar 27, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) walks on to the court after a time-out during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

The 3 teams that can help the Lakers accelerate a Kyrie Irving trade

Jason Reed

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Aug 9, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: Stanley Johnson #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

4 Disposable Lakers if the team needs to create a roster spot

Nick Halden

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Aug 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers gueards Kyrie Irving #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during a 120-108 Cavaliers win at Staples Center on March 10, 2016 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 condition of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers coach thinks Kyrie Irving is Kobe Bryant but shorter

Jerry Trotta

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Aug 8, 2022

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 02: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks drives against Kyle Anderson #1 of the Memphis Grizzlies on February 2, 2022 at Madison Square Garden 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 Rich Graessle/Getty Images)

Why the Lakers should be jumping at a Julius Randle trade

Jason Reed

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Aug 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 01: LeBron James #6 and Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a break in the action in the first half of the basketball game at Crypto.com Arena on April 1, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers’ current projected closing lineup is sickening

Jason Reed

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Aug 6, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: New head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers Darvin Ham speaks to the media during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on June 06, 2022 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers’ best-case starting 5 in 2022-23 without Kyrie Irving

Jason Reed

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Aug 6, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 24: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers picks up a loose ball at midcourt during the first half in a 121-118 Lakers win over the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center on October 24, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Should the Lakers make any of these ‘brutal’ proposed Westbrook trades?

Jason Reed

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Aug 5, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket against LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Chase Center on February 12, 2022 in San Francisco, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Mike James takes shots at Steph Curry in favor of Lakers’ LeBron James

Mike Luciano

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Aug 5, 2022

HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers prior to facing the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on December 28, 2021 in Houston, Texas. 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 Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Ryen Russillo sums up Lakers’ Russell Westbrook problem perfectly

Jerry Trotta

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Aug 5, 2022

Aug 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka at press conference at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers potentially trying to acquire this recent lottery pick

Jason Reed

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Aug 5, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 26: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant #7 talk during a timeout in the second half against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on March 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida. 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 Eric Espada/Getty Images) (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)

Lakers might have to say bye to Kyrie Irving with latest Kevin Durant news

Jason Reed

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Aug 4, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 19, 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 reasons why the Lakers should be happy to trade 2 picks for Kyrie Irving

Jason Reed

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Aug 4, 2022

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