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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)

A perfect assistant coach just became available for the Lakers

Jason Reed

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Jun 8, 2022

Lakers would be much worse with a Russell Westbrook-Rudy Gobert swap

Jason Reed

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Jun 8, 2022

Lakers: Breaking down a potential Russell Westbrook to Miami trade

Jason Reed

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Jun 2, 2022

Lakers: 5 assistant coach candidates to hire under Darvin Ham

Jason Reed

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Jun 1, 2022

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 08: Acting head coach Darvin Ham of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on January 08, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

3 things Darvin Ham must instantly do as head coach of the Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 31, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 05: Acting head coach Darvin Ham of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on from the sideline during first-half action against the Toronto Raptors at Fiserv Forum on January 05, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Head coach Mike Budenholzer is under Covid-19 protocols. 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 Fisher/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers avoid disaster by hiring Darvin Ham

Jason Reed

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May 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball against Reggie Jackson #1 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on February 25, 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 trade Talen Horton-Tucker for former Laker in potential package

Jason Reed

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May 27, 2022

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 23: Head Coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics reacts against the Miami Heat during the second quarter in Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 23, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

Lakers need to follow in Celtics’ footsteps with head coach hire

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May 26, 2022

Jan 23, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka sits court side prior to the game between the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The 3 main challenges the Lakers front office faces this offseason

Ed Schrenzel

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May 24, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 10: Head coach Doc Rivers of the Philadelphia 76ers argues with referee James Williams #60 against the Miami Heat during the first half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at FTX Arena on May 10, 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Doc Rivers’ playoff history should be ultimate deterrent for Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 23, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 14: Richaun Holmes #22 of the Sacramento Kings passes the ball against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on February 14, 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 Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Pass or pursue on proposed Richaun Holmes trade for Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 23, 2022

Apr 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates after a 3-point-basket in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

3 trades for the Los Angeles Lakers to part ways with Russell Westbrook

Nick Halden

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May 19, 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

Fact or fiction on 2 “dream” trade targets for the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 18, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - APRIL 24: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns talks to referee Tom Washington #49 during the second half of Game Four of the Western Conference First Round against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on April 24, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Lakers should simply hang up if Suns call about Deandre Ayton trade

Jason Reed

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May 16, 2022

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 28: (L-R)LeBron James #6, Anthony Davis #3, and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on from the sideline during the first half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on January 28, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

3 keys to the Los Angeles Lakers unlocking Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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May 16, 2022

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 08: Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers and Assistant coach Jason Kidd during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets in Game Three of the Western Conference Second Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on September 08, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, 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 Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Lakers firing Frank Vogel stings even more after Jason Kidd’s comments

Jason Reed

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May 16, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Russell Westbrook #0 and head coach Frank Vogel watch play during the first half 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)

Lakers: Frank Vogel could thwart a Russell Westbrook trade destination

Jason Reed

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May 13, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 08: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts in front of Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat during Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at the Wells Fargo Center on May 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Heat 116-108. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

A 3-team trade package to get James Harden on the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 13, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on prior to the game against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on January 23, 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Pass or pursue 2 trade targets the Lakers “must absolutely” go after

Jason Reed

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May 12, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 12: New York Knicks president Phil Jackson watches from the stands as his team plays the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 12, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The Knicks won 101-94. 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 Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Phil Jackson may want to trade LeBron to build Lakers around Westbrook

Jason Reed

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May 11, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: President of the Los Angeles Lakers Jeanie Buss speaks during a banner unveiling ceremony for the Los Angeles Lakers 2020 NBA Championship before the game against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center on May 12, 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. 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.

3 Los Angeles Lakers head coach candidates with existing ties to LA

Jason Reed

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May 11, 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)

Lakers: Stanley Johnson working with trainer that transformed Alex Caruso

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May 10, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 20: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball guarded by Duncan Robinson #55 of the Miami Heat at Staples Center on February 20, 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: Pass or pursue 4 “realistic” trade targets to help LeBron James

Jason Reed

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May 10, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 08: Head coach Doc Rivers of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat during Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at the Wells Fargo Center on May 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Heat 116-108. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

The Lakers’ head coach approach is completely wrong

Jason Reed

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May 9, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 16: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls warms up before a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on March 16, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

A 3-team Russell Westbrook trade to get Zach LaVine on the Lakers

Jason Reed

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May 9, 2022

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3 Klutch Sports clients the Los Angeles Lakers can trade for this summer

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May 9, 2022

(Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

Lakers: Anaheim’s newest court commemorates Gianna and Kobe Bryant

James Francuz

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May 7, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Russell Westbrook #0 and Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers talk during the first quarter against the Chicago Bulls 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)

4 doomsday scenarios that Los Angeles Lakers fans should prepare for

Jason Reed

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May 5, 2022

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