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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 01: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Jonathan Kuminga's Lakers decision pits financial security against betting on himself

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 26, 2026

Latest Jonathan Kuminga speculation inches Lakers closer to a sign-and-trade if true

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 25, 2026

Lakers' Nikola Jokic pipedream only works under one specific set of circumstances

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 23, 2026

Steven Adams' injury recovery could help Lakers fill their backup center void

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 19, 2026

Feb 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Owner and president of the Los Angeles Lakers Jeanie Buss attends the game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers’ messy ownership dispute could have serious on-court ramifications

Maxwell Ogden

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Aug 19, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) smiles against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Lakers are one step closer to dominating LA again after latest Kawhi Leonard report

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 17, 2026

Jan 15, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) reacts after hitting a three point basket to move to fourth on the all time NBA three point baskets made list during the first half against the Utah Jazz at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Lakers could still land Klay Thompson despite considerable interest from rival suitor

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 17, 2026

Nov 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (25) reacts against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Lakers' P.J. Washington dream may stay just that if Mavericks forward is correct

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 17, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) reacts after making a three point shot against the Washington Wizards during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

ESPN insider gives Lakers fans the exact Jonathan Kuminga update they wanted

Chris Lambert

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Aug 13, 2026

Mar 27, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) reacts after a play in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Lakers sale could bring Chris Paul to LA if latest rumor is true

Jack Simone

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Aug 13, 2026

May 3, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) reacts after a play against the Toronto Raptors during the first half of game seven in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Lakers could stumble into Max Strus if they can capitalize on latest Cavaliers rumors

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 13, 2026

Jan 15, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts following the loss against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Russell Westbrook is continuing a steep decline that began in Los Angeles

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 12, 2026

Mar 6, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Indiana Pacers in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

3 Way-too-early Lakers trade targets to help Luka Doncic next year

Jack Simone

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Aug 12, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga

Lakers' case for signing Jonathan Kuminga keeps getting stronger

Jordanna Clark

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Aug 6, 2026

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington

Lakers shouldn't fall for Mavericks' obvious P.J. Washington bluff

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 6, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (25) warms up before the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

P.J. Washington rumor buys Lakers time to weigh option it's too soon to embrace

Maxwell Ogden

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Aug 5, 2026

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard may be the reason Jonathan Kuminga's Lakers future is on hold

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 5, 2026

Jan 30, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) reacts during the third quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Blazers will not gift Lakers the Jrue Holiday opportunity they can only dream of

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 4, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks, Klay Thompson

Klay Thompson may have come to Lakers realization too late

Jordanna Clark

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Aug 3, 2026

Apr 26, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) reacts during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies during game five of the 2023 NBA playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers have brand-new Jarred Vanderbilt exit strategy if recent rumors are true

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Aug 3, 2026

Apr 20, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) controls the ball against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the fourth quarter of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga interest only strengthens Lakers’ case

Maxwell Ogden

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Jul 31, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathon Kuminga (0) Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga dream could be ruined by emerging West contender

Mike Luciano

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Jul 31, 2026

Mar 5, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) reacts in the third quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Lakers' roster problems could be solved with a reunion not every fan will like

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jul 30, 2026

Nov 19, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) react after scoring a three point basket against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lakers need Kings to be the solution to their next Dalton Knecht move

Jack Simone

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Jul 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

Reported Walker Kessler alternative makes Lakers' hefty investment look justified

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jul 29, 2026

Nov 20, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Johni Broome (22) warms up before game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Clippers' Johni Broome trade rubs salt in the wound of Lakers' misfires

Maxwell Ogden

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Jul 28, 2026

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) smiles at the start of the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

LeBron's ripple effect gifts Lakers one last bail out of Rob Pelinka's mistakes

Maxwell Ogden

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Jul 28, 2026

Nov 5, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (1) reacts after being called for a foul against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Lakers rival has much easier Jonathan Kuminga path to swoop in and steal him

Jack Simone

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Jul 27, 2026

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