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Mar 1, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Mo Bamba (12) dunks against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers trade for elite shooter in this potential Mo Bamba package

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Jun 16, 2023

Why Russell Westbrook is the key to the Lakers being true contenders

Jason Reed

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Jun 16, 2023

Lakers fans can finally exhale as Woj reveals team’s biggest priority

Jason Reed

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Jun 16, 2023

Lakers now have potential plan B star if Bradley Beal doesn’t materialize

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Jun 15, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 15: Rob Pelinka (L) and Darvin Ham attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on January 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

Lakers now have perfect trade partner for 17th pick after latest reports

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Jun 15, 2023

DENVER, COLORADO - JUNE 12: Head coach Michael Malone of the Denver Nuggets speaks with media after a 94-89 victory against the Miami Heat in Game Five of the 2023 NBA Finals to win the NBA Championship at Ball Arena on June 12, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Edmonds/Getty Images)

Michael Malone is still obsessed with Lakers, fires shot at LeBron James

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Jun 15, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - DECEMBER 22: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards looks on during the first half of a game against the Utah Jazzat Vivint Arena on December 22, 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)

Lakers trading for Bradley Beal may also lure this MVP-caliber star to LA

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Jun 15, 2023

Dec 9, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) drives against Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Austin Reaves’ Lakers future is tied to James Harden’s free agency decision

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Jun 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 22: Thomas Bryant #13 of the Denver Nuggets looks to pass during the second half of the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on March 22, 2023 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 Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images)

Thomas Bryant gets last laugh over Lakers with comical champ celebration

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Jun 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before playing against the Denver Nuggets in game three of the Western Conference Finals at Crypto.com Arena on May 20, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

This Lakers rival unfortunately makes perfect sense to steal Austin Reaves

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Jun 12, 2023

GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 08: Jamarius Burton #11 of the Pittsburgh Panthers reacts during the second half of their game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the second round of the ACC Basketball Tournament at Greensboro Coliseum on March 08, 2023 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Lakers may have their next undrafted gem after recent workout

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Jun 12, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 10: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers brings the ball up court during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors in game five of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Chase Center on May 10, 2023 in San Francisco, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

3 teams that could sign D’Angelo Russell away from the Lakers

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Jun 12, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before playing against the Denver Nuggets in game three of the Western Conference Finals at Crypto.com Arena on May 20, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

5 LeBron James trades that actually make sense for the Lakers

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Jun 11, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 05: Darvin Ham of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks to Rui Hachimura #28 and Wenyen Gabriel #35 during a 125-118 Clippers win at Crypto.com Arena on April 05, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers could hire this fired coach as an assistant under Darvin Ham

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Jun 10, 2023

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks up the board against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Ford/Getty Images)

B/R projects Western rival will steal Austin Reaves from Lakers with huge deal

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Jun 9, 2023

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Bombshell NBA news guarantees D’Angelo Russell’s fate with Lakers

Jerry Trotta

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Jun 8, 2023

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 05: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns following the NBA game at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 121-110. 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)

Lakers’ Chris Paul dreams could become reality after bombshell

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Jun 7, 2023

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 02: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball against Bobby Portis #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at Fiserv Forum on December 02, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 McDermott/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: Darvin Ham’s Bucks connections could help LA bolster frontcourt

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Jun 7, 2023

DALLAS, TX - FEBRUARY 26 : LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball as Kyrie Irving #2 of the Dallas Mavericks defends in the second half at American Airlines Center on February 26, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. The Lakers won 111-108. 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 Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

The only way Dallas can actually steal LeBron James from Lakers

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Jun 6, 2023

Apr 28, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka looks on prior to game six of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

3 disastrous mistakes Lakers must avoid making this summer

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Jun 5, 2023

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 16: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes a shot during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game One of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 16, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Ford/Getty Images)

Potential Lakers trade sends D’Angelo Russell to Wizards in savvy fashion

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Jun 4, 2023

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Bleacher Report’s proposed Lakers-Suns trade would be terrible for both teams

Jerry Trotta

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Jun 2, 2023

O.G. Anunoby, Toronto Raptors (Photo by Andrew Lahodynskyj/Getty Images)

3 High-profile, 2 low-key Lakers offseason targets for 2023

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May 31, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - APRIL 04: Talen Horton-Tucker #0 of the Utah Jazz drives into Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of a game at Vivint Arena on April 04, 2023 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)

4 former Lakers who thrived last season and 2 who fell flat

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May 31, 2023

Apr 16, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts during the second half during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

NBA rumors: Insider confirms Lakers will try to retain Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura

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May 30, 2023

May 17, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (2) drives against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) during the first quarter in game one of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers linked with pending NBA Finals free agent as backcourt overhaul looms

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May 30, 2023

Mar 1, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Mo Bamba (12) dunks against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

3 potential home run Lakers trade packages for Mo Bamba

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May 28, 2023

May 6, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) moves the ball ahead of Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) during the first half in game three of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Benchwarmer delivers worst take imaginable with criticism of Lakers’ Austin Reaves

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May 27, 2023

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