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Los Angeles Lakers, Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard's ridiculous Lakers demands looks even worse after Raptors trade

Tyler Watts

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Jun 30, 2026

Kawhi Leonard trade all but confirms Lakers' big man target will be available

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Luka Doncic might be privately pressuring Lakers to acquire Jalen Duren

Colin Keane

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Jun 30, 2026

Ochai Agbaji would be a dream low-cost fit for Lakers' apparent culture change

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Rob Pelinka ran out of excuses the second LeBron James announced his Lakers exit

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James.

LeBron James could spoil Lakers' new era by joining a Klutch-linked West rival

Colin Keane

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Jun 30, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) reacts to his three point basket against the Houston Cougars in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Lakers gift Cameron Carr a clear path to instant minutes after LeBron walks

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura

Rui Hachimura is the biggest winner of LeBron James' departure from the Lakers

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) before playing against the Houston Rockets in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Austin Reaves can finally stop holding back after LeBron leaves the Lakers

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 30, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward/guard Luka Doncic (77) laughs with forward-center Maxi Kleber (14) during pre-game warmups during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

LeBron James' decision deals major win to Luka Doncic and the Lakers

Chris Lambert

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves' new role is clear after LeBron James ditches the Lakers

Tyler Watts

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Jun 30, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

LeBron's bittersweet departure gifts Lakers the clarity they desperately needed

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James

LeBron James' departure creates another pressing need for the Lakers

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James

Bronny James' future with Lakers just got a lot less clear after LeBron bombshell

Jordanna Clark

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James

Lakers' Luka Doncic pivot officially ruined relationship with LeBron James

Tyler Watts

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Jun 30, 2026

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III

Robert Williams III extension leaves Lakers in an increasingly desperate position

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura

Rui Hachimura sign-and-trade may finally solve the Lakers' glaring hole at center

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 30, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura

Lakers' likelihood of re-signing Rui Hachimura just got a boost thanks to rival Spurs

Tyler Watts

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Jun 29, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Lakers solidify Bronny James’ rise up the rotation with Nick Smith Jr. decision

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 29, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons during warmups against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Lakers have far more to offer Jalen Duren than the Kings in sign-and-trade talks

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 29, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James

Lakers' stance on Bronny James is crystal clear after crucial contract decision

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 29, 2026

Grizzlies' Ja Morant

Stunning Ja Morant trade opens door for Lakers to replace Marcus Smart

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 29, 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

Jazz hand Lakers reason to believe they can realistically sign Walker Kessler

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 29, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart

Lakers' ideal Marcus Smart backup plan might be gone after latest free agency update

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 29, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga

Hawks just handed Lakers a Jonathan Kuminga lottery ticket worth gambling on

Tyler Watts

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Jun 29, 2026

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler.

Jazz keep signaling the Lakers to back off Walker Kessler

Colin Keane

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Jun 29, 2026

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon

Lakers suddenly have even smarter way to exploit the Nuggets' financial bind

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 29, 2026

Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins

Lakers' Andrew Wiggins dream is crushed after latest free agency update

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 29, 2026

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