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Lakers selection of Cameron Carr loved by experts

This NBA Draft has been lauded as one of the deepest in recent years. Despite having a pick late in the first round, the Lakers still traded up to No. 24 and drafted Cameron Carr, providing the team with an explosive guard who immediately improves this team’s athleticism. Considering where they were drafting, the Lakers […]

Magic Johnson Praises Former Lakers Coach After Giannis Blockbuster

In the biggest move of the offseason so far, the Milwaukee Bucks traded superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo on Monday, just one day before the 2026 NBA Draft. Several teams wanted to trade for Antetokounmpo but it was ultimately the Miami Heat that landed the 10-time NBA All-Star. Heat president and former Los Angeles Lakers head coach […] The post Magic Johnson Praises Former Lakers Coach After Giannis Blockbuster appeared first on LA Sports Report.

Pacific Notes: Lendeborg, Wagler, Kawhi, Peat, Lakers

After being selected by the Warriors with the 11th overall pick on Tuesday, former Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg admitted that he “used to hate” new teammate Stephen Curry, having rooted for Kyrie Irving and the Cavaliers to beat Golden State in the 2016 NBA Finals when he was 13. Ten years later, he’s thrilled to […]

Austin Reaves signs record Lakers contract extension

Austin Reaves is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing to a new four-year contract worth $185 million that includes a player option for the 2029-30 season. The deal comes after Reaves declined his $14.9 million player option for next season and entered free agency. His cap hold will remain on the Lakers’ books […] The post Austin Reaves signs record Lakers contract extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Lakers, Austin Reaves Agree To Four-Year Max Deal

The Lakers and free agent guard Austin Reaves have reached an agreement on a deal that will keep him off the open market, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that Reaves will sign a four-year, maximum-salary contract worth a projected $185MM to remain in Los Angeles. Reaves will turn down his […]

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Second Round

The first round delivered plenty of surprises, but a number of talented prospects remain on the board entering today’s second round. Four players who appeared in our final first-round mock draft, , , and , are still available, highlighting the depth of the remaining talent pool. Several veteran college standouts could provide immediate value, while… The post 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Second Round appeared first on NBADraft.net .

Lakers interested in trading for Yves Missi

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring the trade market for help at center and have shown interest in the New Orleans Pelicans big man Yves Missi. However, New Orleans has thus far been unwilling to move the young center. The Pelicans have entered the offseason with high asking prices on several players, and Missi […] The post Lakers interested in trading for Yves Missi appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Lakers Proposed to Replace Deandre Ayton With Jarrett Allen in Major Deal

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 offseason searching for a reliable frontcourt upgrade to support Luka Doncic.The Lakers’ postseason run showed similar defensive and rebounding lapses in the paint. The front office has sprung into action as the franchise has been linked to numerous big men through free agency and trades. According to The Sporting […] The post Lakers Proposed to Replace Deandre Ayton With Jarrett Allen in Major Deal appeared first on HEAVY .