The Warriors open the 2026-27 season against the Lakers on October 21, but both rookie guard Brandin Podziemski and big man Charles Bassey are listed as questionable after missing the final preseason practice. Podziemski deals with lower‑back soreness, while Bassey battles knee tendonitis that kept him out of Friday’s scrimmage. Coach Steve Kerr hinted at a starting lineup featuring Curry, Podziemski, Yaxel Lendeborg, Gui Santos and Draymond Green, but both players could be sidelined, forcing backups like De’Anthony Melton, Brandon Williams, Gary Payton II or two‑way rookie Graham Ike into bigger roles. Steph Curry is healthy and expected to start.
The Los Angeles Lakers had two clear holes emerge this preseason, but they still kept Bronny James on their roster.
The Lakers officially kick off the regular season, and the blog invites fans to submit their burning questions about the team and the NBA. After navigating a lengthy offseason, the post encourages a weekly Q&A format, promising friendly interaction and insider insights as the Lakers gear up for the 2026-27 campaign.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has risen into the top-40 realm of NBA players, but he has a chance to rise even higher this season.
Walker Kessler winning MIP headlines a list of bold, but possible, Los Angeles Lakers predictions for the 2026-27 NBA season.
The Los Angeles Lakers waived Dalton Knecht, and with the Dallas Mavericks needing more 3-point shooting, he would be a great pickup for them.
Stephen Curry hobbled off during a Warriors open practice on Oct. 18, sparking doubts about his status for the season opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. Coach Steve Kerr confirmed the injury was a minor ankle tweak, not a knee issue, and said Curry practiced Monday and is expected to suit up on Wednesday night. The article notes Curry’s 26.6 points per game average last season and highlights the matchup against a revamped Lakers defense featuring Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams, while also previewing the Warriors' internal battles with Draymond Green and Yaxel Lendeborg. Curry’s availability could shape the chess match between Steve Kerr and JJ Redick on opening night.
Draymond Green, after a one‑year deal with Golden State, will hit unrestricted free agency in 2027 but says he’d love to retire a Warrior, even if he must move on. The Warriors have cap space after extending Steph Curry and rookie guard Brandin Podziemski, leaving Green’s future uncertain. Meanwhile, rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg is impressing GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. with his passing and versatility, Ben Simmons rehabs an Achilles tear with the Kings and may have become captain absent the injury, Miles Bridges is expected to stay with the Suns beyond 2027, and the Lakers report Collin Sexton cleared practice while Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero deal with minor injuries.
LeBron James' debut with the Philadelphia 76ers leads a bunch of intriguing storylines to watch for Los Angeles Lakers fans on NBA Opening Night.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver doesn't believe LeBron James' means of transportation for his commute to Philadelphia merits any further scrutiny from the league for the time being.
The Lakers waived their 2024 first-round pick on Monday, while these players drafted after him are still going strong in the NBA.
Even in a weak 2024 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers fumbled pick 17 pretty badly.
The Los Angeles Lakers have an awful track record in the draft under Rob Pelinka, and it just got worse by waiving Dalton Knecht.
Austin Reaves reflects on the pressure of playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, recalling his 2021 decision to join as an undrafted free agent—a move that has paid off with a four‑year, $184 million contract and an All‑Star buzz. After a recent win over the Denver Nuggets, Reaves cautions newcomers that the Lakers' global spotlight amplifies both praise and criticism, urging focus on the team’s internal dynamics. He expresses confidence in his health and chemistry with Luka Dončić as the Lakers open the 2026‑27 season against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday.
The Lakers' decision to pass on Andrew Wiggins looks increasingly questionable after losing two potential trade assets.
With the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason now over, it looks like they will keep guard Bronny James despite his lackluster play.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick says the extended preseason has let the revamped roster focus on special‑situations drills and deeper installs. After losing LeBron James, Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura and adding several free agents, only three players—Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Jake LaRavia—remain from 2025‑26. Redick highlighted extra shoot‑around work and multiple passes on situational play ahead of the Denver Nuggets game, hoping to solidify a new seven‑ or eight‑man rotation before the season opener against Golden State. He expects a potent offense early on but cautions that defensive cohesion may lag as the team gels.
The Lakers have a track record of not adding controversial players like Kevin Porter Jr.
Stephen Curry is cleared for the Warriors’ season opener against the Lakers, but Golden State starts shorthanded as Brandin Podziemski (questionable, back soreness) and Charles Bassey (knee tendinitis) are day‑to‑day, with Kristaps Porzingis out sick and Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody still recovering. In New Orleans, Dejounte Murray expects to play after a toe injury, while the Sixers list Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona as questionable for their opener. The Cavs’ Sam Merrill and Nae’Qwan Tomlin grapple with elbow and back issues, respectively, and the Nets have rookie Joshua Jefferson ready but Tyler Bilodeau sidelined with a shoulder injury. The Raptors are nearly fully healthy, with Alijah Martin cleared and Nate Bittle back in practice.
The Los Angeles Lakers know what to expect from the stars, but their top role players will decide how far the team can go.
The Lakers go into the 2026-27 NBA season with an almost brand new roster.
Providing the NBA Power Rankings ahead of the 2026-27 season, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, and Golden State Warriors.
Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers had an eventful (and mostly solid) offseason.
How unusual is this much change around two stars? A look at the data, the growing pains and teams that made it work.
Jovan Buha explained why the Lakers chose to waive Dalton Knecht while retaining Bronny James and Jaden Hardy.