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LeBron James was under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for quite some time. In fact, exactly 2,913 days. The moment he inked his deal to wear the purple and gold on July 9, 2018, “The King” put the entire city of L.A. on his shoulders. Eight years later, LeBron has announced that his time […] The post Where Does LeBron James Rank Among All-Time Lakers Stars? appeared first on The Lead .
All the latest buzz from the LeBron James sweepstakes, including surprise interest from the Nuggets and Sixers, plus the Warriors' game plan.
Gordie Chiesa Hour on Utah Jazz and NBA Free Agency, Walker Kessler to the Lakers, Where is LeBron going (?) + more first seen on ESPN700 The former Utah Jazz Assistant Coach on the Utah Jazz & NBA Free Agency, Walker Kessler to the Lakers, Where […] The post Gordie Chiesa Hour on Utah Jazz and NBA Free Agency, Walker Kessler to the Lakers, Where is LeBron going (?) + more first appeared on ESPN700 .
For those paying particularly close attention to the Lakers during the LeBron James era, there was a clear inflection point. Riding high after a title in 2020 and feeling hard done by due to injuries the following season, the Lakers front office and LeBron had a harmonious relationship. Looking for an offseason shakeup, the franchise […]
The Golden State Warriors reportedly believe they are still very much a factor in the LeBron James' pursuit after the future Hall of Famer told the Los Angeles Lakers he does not plan on returning.
Rui Hachimura is suddenly the only Los Angeles Lakers free agent who might be back.
After a rough first day of free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back in a big way by making a monster trade, but that deal could age poorly.
When the Philadelphia 76ers completed their trade for Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, no one expected the return Boston would get for their former Finals MVP.After Walker Kessler cost the Los Angeles Lakers two first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps earlier the same day, surely the Celtics would be able to get more for […] The post 76ers Fans Will Love Bill Simmons’ Reaction to Jaylen Brown Trade appeared first on HEAVY .
The Boston Celtics' disastrous Jaylen Brown trade is taking the heat off of the Los Angeles Lakers.
While the Lakers have addressed their strongest need by reportedly trading for Walker Kessler, they still have gaps to fill in their roster. Specifically, at the wing position. As currently constructed, the team lacks wings and needs more perimeter defense. Many players are already off the board, but there are still some quality wings on […]
Tim MacMahon on the Utah Jazz trading Walker Kessler to the LA Lakers, Reasoning behind trading their starting center (?) + more first seen on ESPN700 The ESPN.com NBA writer on the Walker Kessler trade to the Lakers, Why did they move on from Kessler instead […] The post Tim MacMahon on the Utah Jazz trading Walker Kessler to the LA Lakers, Reasoning behind trading their starting center (?) + more first appeared on ESPN700 .
The first full day of NBA free agency was a doozy, from the Lakers signing Walker Kessler to the 76ers trading Paul George for Jaylen Brown. Let's grade every move.
LeBron James would have no issues playing with Jaylen Brown on the Philadelphia 76ers despite what Brown said about Bronny James, according to Jason Dumas of 6abc. When Bronny was playing in Summer League for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024, Brown was caught on camera saying, “I don’t think Bronny is a pro.” According […]
LeBron James and the Miami Heat have once again found themselves at the center of reunion rumors. After opting into the final year of his contract while leaving his long-term future with the LA Lakers uncertain, speculation has only intensified over where the four-time MVP could end up next. Among those weighing in is former […] The post “Will Probably Be the Damn Point Guard”: LeBron James Urged to Ignore Warriors, Cavaliers in Free Agency Decision by Ex-Heat Star appeared first on Essentia...
From the Los Angeles Lakers to Jaylen Brown public relations, here are the biggest losers from day one of NBA free agency.
While paydays are aplenty in free agency, the fluidity of it all can leave some on the outside looking in. Despite the Lakers being swept out of the playoffs, Rui Hachimura came away a big winner after his postseason performance. Most predicted he would receive one of those paydays once the offseason rolled around as […]
The Los Angeles Lakers could move on from Jarred Vanderbilt or Deandre Ayton in order to create enough financial flexibility to bring back Rui Hachimura in free agency, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.
The very active Los Angeles Lakers have real interest in Atlanta's Jonathan Kuminga, but they could only bring him in via sign-and-trade.
Josh Okogie fits exactly what the Los Angeles Lakers are looking for to boost their perimeter defense.
LeBron James has been here before, and he didn’t rush his decision. The four-time MVP opted into free agency and decided to leave the Lakers, much to the surprise of the league, as reports had it that he was going to remain in LA. Where he would suit up for season No. 24 has left […] The post Rich Paul Dropped Early Clues About LeBron James’ Future as Warriors Face Tough Competition, Per Insider appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Will Rui Hachimura leave the Los Angeles Lakers? It's not quite as cut-and-dry as it may have seemed.
LeBron James‘ decision in free agency could affect several other moves around the league, but the former Lakers star plans to take his time to determine his next team, ESPN’s Shams Charania stated Thursday morning on Get Up (Twitter video link). “LeBron James is not in a rush right now to make a decision,” Charania […]
NBA free agency hasn't gone according to plan for the Los Angeles Lakers just yet, who just suffered a stinging loss that should frustrate fans.
A quiet 2026 NBA offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers just grew awfully loud awfully quickly.
The Los Angeles Lakers need Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero to be ready from the jump.