Gilbert Arenas questioned Jonathan Kuminga’s decision to sign a surprisingly inexpensive contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves after months of interest from the Los Angeles Lakers. Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with Minnesota on Wednesday. The decision drew attention because the Lakers reportedly had a sign-and-trade proposal worth more than $12 million per […]
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The Lakers will enter training camp without Jonathan Kuminga after spending much of the summer trying to bring the young forward to Los Angeles. Kuminga ultimately accepted a two-year, $12.4 million contract with Minnesota, despite the Lakers being prepared to offer considerably more money through a potential sign-and-trade. Los Angeles envisioned Kuminga as part of […]
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Shaquille O’Neal recalled how Jerry West convinced him to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1996, combining a massive NBA contract with additional opportunities away from basketball. Speaking on the “Full Send Podcast,” O’Neal said he met privately with West at a hotel while considering his future. “Jerry West met me in a hotel. […]
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Now that Jonathan Kuminga is off the table, Ziaire Williams has a great chance to become an important forward for the 2026-27 Lakers.
Patrick Beverley says he does not like the DeMar DeRozan acquisition for the Nuggets from a defensive standpoint.
Channing Frye has once again raised doubts about the Los Angeles Lakers, ranking them eighth in the Western Conference.
Kevin Durant revealed that he and LeBron James recorded around three songs together, but two may have never been released.
With the Lakers coming up short in their pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga, we explore whether eyeing De'Andre Hunter could be a promising alternative.
LeBron James' reasons for rejecting the Warriors seemed clear enough, but an insider suggests that problems concerning Stephen Curry's knee may have also played a role.
The Golden State Warriors have LeBron James to thank after completing the signing of another player on Thursday.
Stephen Jackson has spent years ranking LeBron James behind Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in the GOAT debate, and he is not backing down now. Just weeks after LeBron stunned the basketball world by leaving the Los Angeles Lakers for a stacked Philadelphia 76ers roster, Jackson weighed in on the decision. His take on All The [...]
Sparks center Cameron Brink took direct aim at Enes Kanter Freedom, calling him a "stupid piece of s***" over his recent controversies. The post Cameron Brink Blasts Enes Kanter Freedom in Fiery Response appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Klay Thompson's father explains why the four-time NBA champion snubbed the Lakers once again to pick the Heat over them.
Rui Hachimura is flourishing at the FIBA level for his country Japan, giving great signs to the Los Angeles Clippers ahead of next season. Hachimura is preparing for the eighth season of his NBA career, his first with the Clippers. After spending four seasons with the Lakers, he officially signed with the Clippers to a […]
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Typically, August is considered the real dog days of summer in the NBA with news and rumors at a premium while everyone resets for a new season. This has been far from the norm. Between all the drama about who is and isn’t selling their stake in the team and the much more recent news […]
Bob Myers has voiced a questionable opinion of LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Los Angeles Lakers received bulletin board material when ESPN predicted that they'll be a mediocre team in 2026-27.
Jonathan Kuminga is headed to the Timberwolves, but it’s not because the Lakers sat on their hands. Just the opposite, it seems. Per Khobi Price of the California Post, LA went hard after Kuminga, with head of basketball operations Rob Pelinka and coach JJ Redick recruiting him shortly after the start of free agency. And […]
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Dodgers owner Mark Walter sold the Lakers amid a federal fraud investigation into his insurance companies. Here's what's really being investigated.
If the Los Angeles Lakers still want more center depth, they will have to look beyond Nick Richards. The veteran center is joining the Miami Heat.
The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to keep their attention on the basketball court as the ownership drama surrounding the organization continues. The Lakers made some interesting moves this summer after catching wind that LeBron James would be bolting town, trying to give Luka Doncic the best supporting cast they could put together. However, not […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers received a prediction from ESPN that might disappoint some fans, but it was pretty much spot on.
Even after a 53-win season and a first-round victory without Luka Dončić, the Lakers braintrust determined it was time to scrap the roster and start over. President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka’s highly anticipated 2026 summer with space and flexibility arrived. Players with massive roles last season left unceremoniously in free agency, leaving behind vital […]
The Los Angeles Lakers have had an eventful offseason, headlined by the loss of LeBron James in free agency and the sign and trade for Walker Kessler, among other moves. The Lakers are currently trying to keep their focus on the court as their ownership drama continues, with no end in sight. Recently, ESPN conducted […]
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Will Blake Griffin be the first sports comedy talk show host to actually succeed?