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PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 18: Lonzo Ball #2 of the New Orleans Pelicans in action against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter at Moda Center on March 18, 2021 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 Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 former Lakers Rob Pelinka should bring back

Jason Reed

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Jun 15, 2021

Los Angeles Lakers: Why Kentavious Caldwell-Pope isn’t safe from a trade

Jason Reed

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Jun 15, 2021

The Los Angeles Lakers should explore Nerlens Noel or Enes Kanter

ANTHONY BISCIELLO

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Jun 11, 2021

Los Angeles Lakers: 7 former all-stars LA can sign this offseason

Jason Reed

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Jun 11, 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks to pass the ball defended by Marc Gasol #14 and Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on February 12, 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 Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: The 5 biggest disappointments from this season

Jason Reed

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Jun 9, 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 22: Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles during the second quarter against the Washington Wizards at Staples Center on February 22, 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: 4 teams that could sign away Montrezl Harrell

Jason Reed

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Jun 9, 2021

Jun 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns during game six in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

What went wrong with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2021

Jay Patel

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Jun 8, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17) against the Phoenix Suns during game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 teams to call for a Dennis Schroder sign-and-trade

Jason Reed

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Jun 8, 2021

PORTLAND, OREGON - JUNE 03: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts after his three point basket in the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets during Round 1, Game 6 of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center on June 03, 2021 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 Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Damian Lillard to LA is fun, but impossible

Jason Reed

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Jun 7, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 15: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to his team during a time out at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 15, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: The 2 free agents that absolutely must be re-signed

Jason Reed

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Jun 7, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 01: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers sits courtside before Game Five of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 01, 2021 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 reasons why fans shouldn’t blame Rob Pelinka

Robert Marvi

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Jun 6, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 01: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts as he walks off the court during the second half in Game Five of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 01, 2021 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 things this roster desperately needs this offseason

Jason Reed

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Jun 5, 2021

May 30, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson (23) gets a rebound against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half in game four of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Cam Johnson takes a subtle shot at the Lakers after Suns wins Game 6

Jason Reed

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Jun 4, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and forward Kyle Kuzma (0) against the Phoenix Suns during game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Why a Kyle Kuzma trade is more likely than ever

Jason Reed

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Jun 4, 2021

Jun 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3), forward LeBron James (23) and coach Frank Vogel react in the second half during game six in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Is the championship window closed for the Los Angeles Lakers?

Zane Harris

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Jun 4, 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 03: Markieff Morris #88, Wesley Matthews #9 and Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers react in a 113-100 Phoenix Suns win during game six of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on June 03, 2021 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.

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 players who likely just played their last game in LA

Jason Reed

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Jun 4, 2021

Jun 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) in the first quarter during game six in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers end season with a Game 6 loss to Phoenix Suns

Ronald Agers

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Jun 3, 2021

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 28: Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on April 28, 2021 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)

Lakers: Why Montrezl Harrell should be getting playing time

ANTHONY BISCIELLO

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Jun 3, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 01: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 and Wesley Matthews #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers help up LeBron James #23 after he fell out-of-bounds during the first half in Game Five of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 01, 2021 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)

Fans want one favor from the Los Angeles Lakers: At least go down swinging

Casey Ahmed

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Jun 3, 2021

Jun 1, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts as he walks between celebrating Phoenix Suns players in the first half during game five in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

3 reasons why the Los Angeles Lakers can win Game 6 vs Phoenix

Kevin Germany

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Jun 3, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 01: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts on the bench during the second half in Game Five of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 01, 2021 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)

3 things we learned about the 2021 Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 blowout

Jason Reed

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Jun 2, 2021

May 30, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17) moves the ball against the Phoenix Suns during the second half in game four of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers have their answer: Move on from Dennis Schroder

Jason Reed

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Jun 2, 2021

Jun 1, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts as he walks between celebrating Phoenix Suns players in the first half during game five in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers move closer to elimination in Game 5 loss to Suns

Ronald Agers

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Jun 1, 2021

May 27, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (12) and forward Frank Kaminsky (8)jockey for rebounding position with Los Angeles Lakers center Andre Drummond (2) in the section quarter of game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Prop bets to target in Game 5 vs. Suns

Zayd Hussein

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Jun 1, 2021

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (center) battles for a loose ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Chris Paul injury and 2018 LeBron mode are the Lakers’ only hope

Simon Brady

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Jun 1, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The 2 role players that can save the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5

Jason Reed

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Jun 1, 2021

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 28: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on April 28, 2021 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)

Kyle Kuzma’s slump is hurting the Los Angeles Lakers

Davide Tovani

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Jun 1, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with Alex Caruso #4, Dennis Schroder #17 and Anthony Davis #3 in the huddle during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Lakers defeated the Suns 109-102. 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons on how the Lakers can survive Phoenix

Ronald Agers

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Jun 1, 2021

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