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Scouting Report: What should Lakers fans expect from Walker Kessler?
While the Lakers reshaping their roster was anticipated this summer, the sheer volume of new signings, and particularly in the short amount of time, was overwhelming. As we circle back to break down some of the new players that will be donning the purple and gold, I figured the best way to get some insight […]
Does Ben Simmons make sense for the Lakers?
It’s hard to believe that Ben Simmons only just turned 30 years old this summer. Once an All-NBA player at 23, things sharply and drastically changed for Simmons, who was out of the league entirely last season and hasn’t played relevant basketball in years. However, after taking time to heal physically, Simmons is attempting a […]
Sparks put up valiant tanking performance in loss to Valkyries
After trailing for much of the game, the Sparks rallied in the fourth before coming up short against the Valkyries on Sunday, 84-78. The Sparks trailed from the jump and saw the deficit sit at double figures for large portions of the game. But a late comeback attempt saw them close the gap to one […]
Dillon Brooks is still talking about the Lakers
For reasons unclear, particularly with LeBron James no longer on the team, Dillon Brooks is still throwing jabs at the Lakers. Brooks’ “feud” with LeBron was remarkably one-sided, featuring multiple ejections and multiple game-sealing baskets scored against him. He tried to troll LeBron during the playoffs by showing up for Game 4 against the Thunder…an […]
Austin Reaves is trash talking Luka Dončić during his tour of China
Prior to taking a trip to Slovenia with the rest of his teammates later in August, Austin Reaves is first touring China with the shoe brand Rigorer, with which he has a signature sneaker\. But he still has trash-talking Luka Dončić at the front of his mind. During one of his recent stops in Hong […]
Matisse Thybulle has a shot at having a breakout season with Lakers
The Lakers spent a ton of money this summer re-signing Austin Reaves and trading for Walker Kessler, but they also made small moves that could have a big impact. Matisse Thybulle and Zaire Williams have been brought on to bolster the wing position. In the NBA Draft, the Lakers traded up a spot to acquire […]
Everyone is waiting on Jonathan Kuminga to make a decision
While the Lakers have been hard at work rebuilding their roster during this summer of optionality, they are still missing a starting-level wing. This deep into free agency, the best player available at that position is Jonathan Kuminga. While the Lakers have been linked to him all offseason, a deal has yet to be reached […]
Lakers got the offensive fit at center they desperately needed in Walker Kessler
Entering a pressure-packed summer, the entire NBA world knew the Lakers needed an upgrade at center. After a few iterations of stopgap players and rumors of who would be the perfect big man to pair with their superstar, the team landed their guy on July 1. LA forked over two first-round picks and two swaps […]
Late rally lifts Sparks over Lynx
An amazing performance helped the Sparks defeat the league’s best Minnesota Lynx 89-82 on Thursday night. A continued bright light for the team has been Cameron Brink, who once again was the highlight of LA’s bench, scoring in double figures and providing the defensive effort the team needs to stack more wins. The Lynx started […]
Mavericks ‘very resistant’ to buyout for Klay Thompson due to Lakers, Heat interest
Positioned directly in the dog days of summer, it’s prime time for teams to bluff like crazy, which appears to be what the Mavericks are doing. One of the latest developments this offseason is a potential Klay Thompson-Lakers pairing. The veteran sharpshooter was once a free agent target in a different era for the purple […]
Kevon Looney has a chip on his shoulder this season, ready to bring championship experience to Lakers
While the Lakers are oozing with talent at the top of the roster in Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, this team has two things it lacks: veterans and championships. With a push toward youth, LA has just one player who’s over 30 who also happens to have lifted the Larry O’Brien trophy in […]
Chemistry and connections of the 2026-27 Lakers
With the LeBron James era officially over, it is time to move on to the Luka era and all his new teammates with the cap space the Lakers have used this offseason. While the Lakers may have assembled a new squad this summer, many of the players already had connections to one another, which could […]
Sparks fade late, lose to Sky
Despite coming back from a 10-point deficit in the second half, the Sparks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing to the Sky 95-88 on Wednesday night. LA is struggling to be consistent offensively with Kelsey Plum no longer on the team. They shot a woeful 36.8% in the first quarter. That, along with scoring droughts during […]
Sparks Player Grades: A new era begins
There weren’t many blockbuster trades in the WNBA at the trade deadline, but the Sparks were involved in one, sending Kelsey Plum to the Mercury for Monique Akoa Makani, a 2027 first round pick and a 2028 second round pick. The move signals a shift for the franchise as they focus on their future and […]
JJ Redick will have a new challenge with the Lakers this season
In his two seasons in charge, JJ Redick has coached many iterations and versions of the Lakers. He’s navigated a franchise-altering trade, a slew of injuries and flawed rosters. This offseason offered a chance for the Lakers to not only build a team around Luka Dončić but also one to Redick’s liking. After back-to-back 50-win […]
Cameron Carr to miss Lakers’ trip to Slovenia for league-mandated rookie orientation
Luka Dončić is taking charge of the Lakers this season, and that begins with him organizing the entire roster to attend a mini-camp in Slovenia. Well, almost everyone. While the trip has made it out of the group chat and will be happening this August, one notable player will be absent: rookie Cameron Carr. On […]
Which Laker could make the jump this season?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. The Lakers have fully embraced a youth movement. They accomplished their mission of acquiring players in the same age range as Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves […]
Could Luka Dončić be the key to unlocking the Lakers’ starting lineup?
Once again, you guys delivered with a whole slew of questions for our mailbag covering a wide variety of subjects. So much so, in fact, that we’ve split it up into two parts once again. There were a lot of questions about JJ Redick, the scheme the Lakers will run and things more or less […]
Lakers Roster, Salaries, Cap Space, Available Draft Picks and More
In the modern era of the NBA, teams and fans have become far more intelligent when it comes to team-building, rosters and salaries and the CBA. To that point, we’ve partnered with SalarySwish to use their data to provide information and answers for every question you may have about the Lakers’ financial situation. Listed below […]
Klay Thompson open to playing in Los Angeles next season
While the Lakers have more players than can be rostered once the season starts, it doesn’t mean they have a complete team. The obvious need for a wing has fueled their chase for Jonathan Kuminga. However, as more time passes, the less likely it feels that an agreement will be reached. That means the Lakers […]
It’s time for the Sparks to prioritize the future
When a win-now team does everything but, then dramatic moves have to be made. The Sparks made their big move on Saturday, trading superstar guard Kelsey Plum to the Mercury late Saturday night. The deal came amid a season-worst six-game losing streak that all but took them out of playoff contention and on the heels […]
Lakers Mailbag: Offseason wrap-up
Well, that was a frantic offseason. Last time we did one of these, it was before NBA free agency and so many possibilities existed. At the time, LeBron James returning to the Lakers was certainly on the table and few would have predicted the way free agency would go. But, with the Lakers’ offseason now […]
Sparks snap losing streak with road win over Fire
The Sparks finally snapped their losing streak on Sunday, picking up a win on the road against the Fire, 106-101. Fresh off trading away Kelsey Plum to the Mercury, LA did not quite start the tank yet, instead opting for a fairly untimely win. The Sparks shot 52% from the field and 55% from the […]
Kevon Looney says Lakers were ‘top destination’ in free agency, excited to play with Luka Dončić
While the Lakers’ biggest frontcourt addition this offseason is Walker Kessler, they also added Kevon Looney. At 29 years old, Looney is a veteran on these new-look Lakers. He has championship experience and can provide stability at a position that has seen a ton of turnover in LA over the years. As an unrestricted free […]
Kelsey Plum traded to Mercury for Monique Akoa Makani, 2027 first round pick
The Sparks look set to fully enter another rebuild. Kelsey Plum’s arrival in Los Angeles was supposed to help guide LA into the next era of winning. Instead, it further highlighted the flaws in the front office. With the team mired in yet another losing season, they have made the decision to move Plum ahead […]
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