Rich Paul Explains Why LeBron James Decided To Leave The Lakers
Rich Paul confirms the Lakers wanted LeBron James to return, but he wasn't interested.
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Lakers Offseason Series: Day 1 Begins With a Turning Point
The LeBron James era winds down as the Lakers' offseason shifts toward building around Luka Dončić.
Real reason LeBron James left LA Lakers revealed as two franchises lead race for NBA legend
The 41-year-old has already been heavily linked with a switch to two NBA rivals.
Lakers meeting free agents
The Los Angeles Lakers have begun reshaping their roster around Luka Doncic, and president Rob Pelinka has started meeting with multiple free agents as the franchise searches for size, shooting and backcourt help. According to Shams Charania on Tuesday, June 30, Pelinka has held several meetings with free agents, including restricted free agents Walker Kessler […] The post Lakers meeting free agents appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers view Jalen Duren as a max-level target
The Los Angeles Lakers made their pitch to Jalen Duren on Tuesday and are scheduled to meet with the Detroit Pistons restricted free-agent center again on Wednesday morning, a sign that they are treating him as a major priority in their offseason rebuild. Sam Amick reported on The Athletic that the Lakers told Duren in […] The post Lakers view Jalen Duren as a max-level target appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers eye Quentin Grimes
The Los Angeles Lakers have identified Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes as another potential free-agent target as they continue reshaping the roster around Luka Doncic. NBA insider Marc Stein reported on Tuesday that Grimes is emerging as “another top Lakers target” after the team’s reported interest in Toronto forward-center Sandro Mamukelashvili. Los Angeles is exploring […] The post Lakers eye Quentin Grimes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Fischer/Stein’s Latest: Spurs, Lakers, LeBron, Post, Rockets, Sasser
As the Spurs peruse the free agent market for help at forward, there’s a belief that they’re not willing to offer more than two years to potential targets using their $15MM non-taxpayer mid-level exception, according to Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link). As Fischer and Stein observe, after Victor Wembanyama‘s […]
Draymond Green Warns Austin Reaves Following $185 Million Lakers Contract Extension
Draymond Green and Kendrick Perkins sound off on Austin Reaves' $185 million contract extension.
Luke Kennard leaves Lakers for Suns
The Phoenix Suns have added one of the NBA’s most accurate perimeter shooters, agreeing to a two-year, $13 million contract with free agent Luke Kennard. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the deal includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. Kennard departs the Los Angeles Lakers after spending the second half of the 2025-26 […] The post Luke Kennard leaves Lakers for Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Duren To Meet With Lakers Again On Wednesday
With restricted free agent Jalen Duren and the Pistons reportedly far apart in their contract negotiations, the All-NBA big man has begun looking elsewhere and has found interested suitors. He had a “productive” meeting with the Lakers on Tuesday and will meet with them again on Wednesday morning, Sam Amick reports for The Athletic. The […]
Latest Lakers Rumors Leak Jalen Duren Meeting Details amid Pursuit of NBA Free Agent
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly had a "productive meeting" with Detroit Pistons restricted free agent center Jalen Duren on Tuesday and plan to meet with him again on Wednesday, per league sources to Sam Amick of The Athletic.
Rob Pelinka Faces Heat After Lakers Lose NBA’s Most Efficient 3-Point Shooter to West Rival Over Just $13 Million Following LeBron James Exit
LeBron James’ exit was the first domino for the Los Angeles Lakers to capitalize on their cap space. Building a roster around Luka Doncic has proved difficult, as they are already competing to retain key pieces such as Marcus Smart and Rui Hachimura. However, Rob Pelinka and co. have lost the race as Pacific Division […] The post Rob Pelinka Faces Heat After Lakers Lose NBA’s Most Efficient 3-Point Shooter to West Rival Over Just $13 Million Following LeBron James Exit appeared first on Esse...
Warriors Open To Anthony Davis Trade Pursuit Only If LeBron James Commits In Free Agency
The Golden State Warriors are reportedly only going to pursue Anthony Davis if LeBron James buys into their two-year plan and commits to the team.
LeBron James' exit can only mean one thing for the Lakers
With free agency opening, the Lakers are going to be active, and can be free to make the move they have been waiting to make.
Lakers Lose Luke Kennard To Suns In Free Agency On A Two-Year, $13 Million Contract
The Lakers lose their sharpshooting guard, Luke Kennard, to the Suns during the 2026 NBA free agency.
“Prepare for What’s to Come”: Draymond Green Warns Austin Reaves After Lakers Hand Him $185 Million Deal
Every season produces an underdog story. Austin Reaves became that player for the Lakers. The former undrafted player outplayed his contract, exceeding every expectation and steadily developing into an offensive weapon. The journey ultimately fetched him a 4-year, $185 million max extension, making him the richest undrafted player in history. But according to Draymond Green, […] The post “Prepare for What’s to Come”: Draymond Green Warns Austin Reaves After Lakers Hand Him $185 Million Deal ...
76ers’ Dean Wade signing delivers latest clue Lakers are closing in on key free agent
The Los Angeles Lakers could be zeroing in on Quentin Grimes after Dean Wade joined the Philadelphia 76ers.
Walker Kessler Teases Lakers Fans After Landing In LA Airport
Walker Kessler sends a message to Lakers fans amid peak free agency rumors.
Lakers whiffing on Keon Ellis a reminder of the price of Rob Pelinka's mistakes
The Los Angeles Lakers have missed out on Keon Ellis in free agency. It's yet another example of how mismanaging assets is costly.
Brian Windhorst Urges Cavs to Lure LeBron James With Jaylen Brown Trade, Not 210,000-Square-Foot Investment
The landscape of the NBA shifted dramatically when LeBron James became the ultimate free agent. And he’s made it clear he’ll play for less than his market value salary. Brian Windhorst very correctly pointed out this is going to have front offices around the league scramble to adjust their blueprints. But the frontrunner to get […] The post Brian Windhorst Urges Cavs to Lure LeBron James With Jaylen Brown Trade, Not 210,000-Square-Foot Investment appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Walker Kessler considered Lakers top target in free agency
The Lakers’ top priority this summer is finding a center of the future, so it’s no surprise their top target this summer is a big man. The restricted free agent market is always tricky to navigate, but the two best centers available this summer fall both fall in that category. While Jalen Duren is feuding […]
“He Would Basically Replace Rui Hachimura”: Brian Windhorst Unveils Lakers’ Free Agency Target Amid LeBron James’ Exit
The LeBron James era in Los Angeles is officially over, and the Lakers have fully turned the page to the Luka Doncic era. With the franchise now committed to building around its new superstar, his demands can’t go unheard. That could make Rui Hachimura the next casualty, as the Lakers reportedly eye the 6-foot-9 Georgian […] The post “He Would Basically Replace Rui Hachimura”: Brian Windhorst Unveils Lakers’ Free Agency Target Amid LeBron James’ Exit appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Lakers Have Reportedly Acquired 2 Sharpshooters Amid Multiple Free Agency Targets
The league is apparently working under the assumption that the Lakers have acquired Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili on Day 1 of NBA free agency.
PGA Tour Jokes About LeBron James Addition in Trending Photo After NBA Star's Lakers Exit
LeBron James is pondering his next NBA move after confirming on Tuesday that he is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons.
Luke Kennard Agrees To Join Suns On Two-Year Deal
Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year, $13MM deal with the Suns, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. The second year includes a player option. The Suns were reportedly looking at a number of veteran wings who could provide shooting. Kennard was one of their primary targets with the Lakers also reportedly interested in retaining him. Kennard […]
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