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CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates during the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 131-120. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

3 teams that could sign Russell Westbrook if Lakers trade him

Jason Reed

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Aug 1, 2022

Lakers fans won’t like Joe Tsai’s latest tweet about Kyrie Irving

Mike Luciano

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Jul 31, 2022

Dwight Howard may have wild career change after Lakers don’t re-sign him

Mike Luciano

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Jul 29, 2022

Kyrie Irving shows up at Lakers coach’s camp in LA

Jason Reed

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Jul 29, 2022

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots over Lauri Markkanen #24 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

The 3 best 3-point shooters currently on the Lakers roster

Jason Reed

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Jul 29, 2022

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: Max Christie #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers poses during the 2022 NBA Rookie Portraits at UNLV on July 15, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Realistic expectations for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Max Christie

Jonny Camer

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Jul 29, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 25: Joe Harris #12 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after scoring during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Barclays Center on October 25, 2021 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)

Ranking the 4 most-likely options for the Lakers last roster spot

Jason Reed

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Jul 28, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - APRIL 03: Buddy Hield #24 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket against Killian Hayes #7 of the Detroit Pistons at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on April 3, 2022 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 Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

NBA exec doesn’t think Buddy Hield and Myles Turner changes Lakers

Jason Reed

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Jul 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Jay Scrubb #0 of the LA Clippers (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Lakers could take flier on uber-athletic guard waived by Clippers

Mike Luciano

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Jul 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 21: Jay Huff #30 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center on December 21, 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 )

Lakers’ latest contract paves way for Summer League standout to join LA

Jason Reed

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Jul 27, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Insider confirms how painfully close Lakers were to avoiding Westbrook

Jerry Trotta

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Jul 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers pulls down rebound against Abdel Nader #11 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the game at Staples Center on October 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers’ Russell Westbrook’s fall in point guard rankings is just sad

Jason Reed

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Jul 27, 2022

Mar 29, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) reacts during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

3 players who will start on the Lakers next season who aren’t in LA yet

Jason Reed

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Jul 27, 2022

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

Mavericks give savage response to trading for Lakers’ Russell Westbrook

Mike Luciano

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Jul 26, 2022

Mar 12, 2022; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV (1) looks over in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at the AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers’ Lonnie Walker turns heads in first post-signing action

Jason Reed

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Jul 25, 2022

Apr 9, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indiana Pacers shooting guard Buddy Hield (24) shoots a three point jump shot against Phildalephia 76ers shooting guard James Harden (1) during the first half at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

This mind-boggling stat proves the Lakers need Buddy Hield ASAP

Jerry Trotta

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Jul 25, 2022

Jan 10, 2022; Portland, Oregon, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) and forward Kevin Durant (7) make their way on the court after a time out during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. The Trail Blazers won the game 114-108. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers’ biggest rival is potentially paving the way for Kyrie Irving to LA

Jason Reed

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Jul 25, 2022

Mar 15, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield (24) shoots the ball while Memphis Grizzlies center Jon Teske (15) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

2 connections that Buddy Hield has to the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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Jul 24, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 31: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after a play with teammate LeBron James #6 during the fourth 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)

Despite leaving, Malik Monk still believes in the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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Jul 24, 2022

Apr 5, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Malik Monk (11) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

4 former Lakers who could explode on new teams in 2022-23

Jason Reed

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Jul 23, 2022

Jan 1, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka looks on during warm up for the game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers have more first-round picks than fans realize

Jason Reed

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Jul 22, 2022

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: Max Christie #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during a break in a game against the Charlotte Hornets during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

3 mistakes the Lakers will definitely regret from this offseason

Jason Reed

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Jul 22, 2022

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers signals to his teammates during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

LeBron James expects big things out of this Lakers rookie

Mike Luciano

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Jul 21, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 07: Joe Harris #12 of the Brooklyn Nets attempts a jump shot against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game Two of the Second Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on June 07, 2021 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 Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

3 ways the Lakers can add great 3-point shooting to the roster

Jason Reed

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Jul 21, 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’ fans won’t like what Darvin Ham is saying about Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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Jul 20, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers misses a three pointer in front of Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder, for the final shot of the game during a 107-104 Oklahoma City Thunder win at Staples Center on November 04, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

This painfully obvious roster hole will hold the Lakers back next season

Jerry Trotta

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Jul 19, 2022

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 24: Anthony Davis (L) and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers laugh while attending Game Four of the 2019 WNBA Playoff semifinals between the Washington Mystics and the Las Vegas Aces at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on September 24, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mystics defeated the Aces 94-90 and won the series 3-1. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Lakers fans won’t like who just asked LeBron James to ‘run it back’ on IG

Jason Reed

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Jul 19, 2022

Dec 7, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Talen Horton-Tucker (5) reacts against the Boston Celtics in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers’ Talen Horton-Tucker hurts trade value with bad Drew League game

Jerry Trotta

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Jul 18, 2022

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