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Feb 28, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) reacts to play with the San Antonio Spurs in the second half at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers hand last season's biggest weakness off to little brother Clippers

Chris Lambert

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Aug 11, 2026

Bronny James adds intriguing wrinkle to Lakers' Christmas Day matchup

Jordanna Clark

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Aug 11, 2026

Lakers get encouraging sign one Jonathan Kuminga possibility may be ruled out

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 11, 2026

Lakers' recent opening-night history should make them glad to see the schedule leak

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 11, 2026

May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half during game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Lakers know their date to do what only the Heat have done against LeBron James

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 11, 2026

Apr 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts to his team losing the lead to the Minnesota Timberwolves late in the fourth quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Lakers' offseason retool will force JJ Redick to answer 4 important questions

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 11, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates his baskets against the Houston Rockets in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic's best opportunity to win NBA MVP comes next season

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart.

Lakers upgraded on Marcus Smart, but it might end up hurting them

Colin Keane

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Aug 10, 2026

Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga. Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jonathan Kuminga's free agency decision could settle key Lakers-Timberwolves question

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) smiles after making a great play during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Walker Kessler has perfect proof Luka Doncic will help him break out offensively

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Lakers get Deandre Ayton affirmation in wake of Walker Kessler addition

Jack Simone

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Aug 10, 2026

Oct 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) smiles at a teammate during warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Lakers' offseason overhaul gives Bronny James the time he needs to silence critics

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Former Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons.

Ben Simmons can help the Lakers, but they should pause any pursuit for now

Colin Keane

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Aug 10, 2026

Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Making the case for every Lakers fringe rotation player to get minutes next season

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Jan 12, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) smiles after being fouled against the Sacramento Kings in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

There are only 6 Lakers whose rotation spots are already locked in

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 10, 2026

Feb 28, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler warms up before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

3 Critical ways Walker Kessler is an upgrade over Deandre Ayton for Lakers

Maxwell Ogden

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Aug 10, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Collin Sexton

Collin Sexton signing could benefit the Lakers even if things don't work

Tyler Watts

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Aug 10, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic

Lakers offseason grades for every move in the retool around Luka Doncic

Tyler Watts

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Aug 10, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James

Lakers made their stance on Bronny James clear after LeBron James' departure

Tyler Watts

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Aug 9, 2026

Nov 12, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic reacts to a fan during the second quarter of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic and the uncomfortable truth about why the Lakers need Collin Sexton

Maxwell Ogden

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Aug 9, 2026

Apr 1, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Collin Sexton (2) reacts after scoring against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Lakers were perfect choice for Collin Sexton despite Warriors’ interest

Maxwell Ogden

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Aug 9, 2026

2026 NBA California Classic - Los Angeles Lakers v San Antonio Spurs SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Arthur Kaluma #47 of the Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers could have a sleeper candidate sneak into their wing rotation

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 9, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura

Lakers still need to replace Rui Hachimura skill that helped LA win in playoffs

Tyler Watts

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Aug 9, 2026

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson.

Klay Thompson's dad pushing for Lakers destiny that's highly unlikely

Colin Keane

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Aug 9, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves

5 Lakers who will exceed expectations after retool around Luka Doncic

Tyler Watts

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Aug 9, 2026

Nov 25, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) is interviewed after a game agains the New Orleans Pelicans at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-USA TODAY Sports

Walker Kessler’s $129 million contract sets a clear bar for the Lakers next season

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 9, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Rob Pelinka

Rob Pelinka's Achilles heel could sink Lakers first build around Luka Doncic

Tyler Watts

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Aug 8, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers wing Dalton Knecht.

Lakers can only blame themselves for disappointing Dalton Knecht outcome

Colin Keane

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Aug 8, 2026

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