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Nov 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts before the game against the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Luka sends clear message to Lakers about what he wants in free agency

Maxwell Ogden

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12:29 PM PDT

Lakers risk blowing crucial draft selection if ESPN’s latest mock draft is correct

Chris Lambert

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11:00 AM PDT

Rob Pelinka’s promise to LeBron James could inadvertently cost him his Lakers future

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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9:00 AM PDT

Only one thing makes Michael Porter Jr. a viable Lakers trade target

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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8:00 AM PDT

Mar 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) reacts after a dunk in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Jaxson Hayes may have just sealed Lakers fate without even signing a contract

Maxwell Ogden

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7:36 AM PDT

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Lakers have a built-in advantage rivals may not overcome for Austin Reaves

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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7:00 AM PDT

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown checks every box for the Lakers except the one that matters most

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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6:00 AM PDT

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Lakers fans should finally accept what Austin Reaves' free agency is about to cost

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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5:00 AM PDT

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler

Lakers suddenly have renewed hope of finally landing Walker Kessler

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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3:40 AM PDT

Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic deserves more credit for Lakers' free agent signings than Rob Pelinka

Tyler Watts

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves.

Lakers still have time to save themselves from bad Austin Reaves decision

Colin Keane

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves brings too much to the Lakers beyond the court to be going anywhere

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.

LeBron James-Lakers reunion looks bleaker after Rich Paul's latest reveal

Colin Keane

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Luke Kennard

Lakers must send Luke Kennard packing to accomplish Luka Doncic's ultimate goal

Tyler Watts

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) with forward LeBron James (23)

Lakers have two clear retention priorities beyond Austin Reaves and LeBron James

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Russell Westbrook

Lakers are still haunted by Rob Pelinka's Russell Westbrook mistake years later

Tyler Watts

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Jun 15, 2026

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler

Latest insider report casts further doubt on Lakers pursuing top free-agent centers

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves

Pistons' reported priorities should ease Lakers' concerns about losing Austin Reaves

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 15, 2026

Jan 13, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts to being called for a foul against the Utah Jazz during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

De'Aaron Fox just showed Luka Doncic a disaster Austin Reaves scenario

Jack Simone

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Jun 15, 2026

Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun

Lakers' chances of stealing Christian Braun rest on the hesitancy of Nuggets rivals

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Jalen Brunson

Jalen Brunson just taught Victor Wembanyama what Luka Doncic learned from Kawhi

Tyler Watts

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Jun 15, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves

New intel on Austin Reaves makes Lakers' likelihood of keeping him clear

Tyler Watts

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Jun 14, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James

Bronny James' future with Lakers is cloudy thanks to LeBron James uncertainly rising

Tyler Watts

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Jun 14, 2026

Nov 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, right, talks with Leroy Sims, director of player performance & health, prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers may find their ideal shooter through a clever draft-night swap

Chris Lambert

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Jun 14, 2026

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) with forward LeBron James (23) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Lakers face a LeBron vs. Rui decision that isn't quite as obvious as it seems

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 14, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic

Lakers can’t afford another half-hearted offseason around Luka Doncic

Svyatoslav Rovenchuk

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Jun 14, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie (0) reacts in the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Lakers' next cult hero is waiting in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft

Maxwell Ogden

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Jun 14, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic joining Kobe and Shaq should force Lakers to change

Tyler Watts

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Jun 14, 2026

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