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Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after an injury against the San Antonio Spurs in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Lakers avoided an Austin Reaves mistake the Mavericks made with Jalen Brunson

Jack Simone

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Latest Giannis Antetokounmpo report gives Lakers a clear timeline to follow

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 3, 2026

Newest Nuggets rumor all but confirms two wing upgrades are available for the Lakers

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 2, 2026

Lakers have two realistic trade targets to pry away from the Thunder this offseason

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 2, 2026

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso

Lakers' dream Alex Caruso reunion remains a long shot despite Thunder cap crunch

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 2, 2026

Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo

Lakers can breathe easy after new Giannis Antetokounmpo report eases doomsday fears

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 2, 2026

Oct 26, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts after making a three point shot against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Ayo Dosunmu rumor puts Austin Reaves' next Lakers salary into perspective

Maxwell Ogden

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May 30, 2026

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones

Lakers’ best-case wing upgrade scenario doesn’t include Herbert Jones

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 30, 2026

May 5, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) runs down the court after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Peyton Watson rumor gifts Lakers perfect way out of Jarred Vanderbilt contract

Maxwell Ogden

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May 29, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Lakers can turn missing out on Peyton Watson into cashing in on Christian Braun

Maxwell Ogden

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May 29, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Lakers could finally have real competition in the Austin Reaves sweepstakes

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 28, 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

Lakers reportedly missing out on Walker Kessler is a blessing in disguise

Maxwell Ogden

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May 28, 2026

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson

Lakers dealt gut-wrenching Mitchell Robinson blow before offseason even begins

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 28, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Lakers could unlock epic advantage with bold strategy the rest of the league fears

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 28, 2026

May 28, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) hugs center Daniel Gafford (21) during the fourth quarter of game four against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the western conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Thrilling Lakers trade idea ignites hope of Luka Doncic reunion LA fans want to see

Chris Lambert

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May 26, 2026

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler

3 Centers not named Walker Kessler or Jalen Duren who deserve Lakers attention

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 25, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura

Blazers may be cooking up painful Lakers raid if Portland expert is right

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 25, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Lakers are in prime position to capitalize on Cavaliers chaos

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 25, 2026

New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (25) and forward Herbert Jones (5)

Lakers' new front office hire has fans connecting dots on trade targets immediately

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 25, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) celebrates the game winning shot in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Kawhi Leonard is covering up the real Lakers trade target on the Clippers

Jack Simone

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May 25, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) gestures during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Lakers have one chance to avoid Luka Doncic mistake Mavericks know too well

Jack Simone

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May 21, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic

Wild Lakers trade idea absolutely fleeces the Pelicans in offseason blockbuster

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 19, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Lakers could finally land defensive anchor if Timberwolves experts are right

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 19, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves' supposed leverage over Lakers is being wildly overstated

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 19, 2026

LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James has lost his golden parachute away from the Lakers

Josh Cornelissen

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May 17, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia

Jake LaRavia could be done with Lakers after brutal playoff showing

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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May 17, 2026

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after he was fouled by Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (8) in the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers can turn NBA cash crunch into a massive retooling if LeBron opts to leave

Maxwell Ogden

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May 16, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a play in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Lakers’ rational LeBron strategy may be the very reason they can't re-sign him

Maxwell Ogden

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May 16, 2026

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