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ESPNsportsJun 24
Austin Reaves to sign four-year, $185 million extension with Lakers
Austin Reaves will sign a four-year maximum contract extension worth $185 million with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal includes a player option for the 2029-30 season and is the largest for an undrafted player in NBA history.
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Los Angeles Timessports4 hrs ago
Lakers Acquire Guard in Draft Night Trade with Knicks
The Lakers acquired a 21-year-old guard selected 24th overall by the Knicks and selected a Spanish guard at 25 before trading him to New York. The team also added an athletic wing averaging 18.9 points at Baylor.
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nypost.comsports1 day ago
Hawks Acquire Aaron Wiggins From Thunder for Two Second-Round Picks
The Atlanta Hawks are finalizing a trade to acquire guard Aaron Wiggins from the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder will receive Atlanta's 2030 second-round pick and the least favorable of the Hawks' or Lakers' 2032 second-round pick.
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Los Angeles Timessports3 days ago
Lakers Hold 25th Pick in Tuesday NBA Draft
The team will use its first-round selection on a center or wing to address roster needs ahead of a summer with multiple free agents. Executives have scouted several prospects who fit those positions.
winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days ago
Lakers Public Address Announcer Lawrence Tanter Retires After 43 Seasons Following Stroke
The 76-year-old announcer will continue with the team as an adviser on game presentation. He missed the final six home games and playoffs after suffering a stroke in March.
thecomeback.comsports7 days ago
LeBron James Becomes Unrestricted Free Agent After 23rd NBA Season
The 41-year-old averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists and 6.1 rebounds for the Lakers. Brian Windhorst said negotiations with Los Angeles are underway.
nypost.comsports14 days ago
LeBron James, 41, Says He Will Retire When Daily Preparation No Longer Excites Him, After Lowest Scoring Season of Career
The 41-year-old Lakers forward outlined the internal signal that would end his career after completing his 23rd NBA season and being named TIME Magazine’s athlete of the century.
New York Postsports19 days ago
Lakers Announce Multi-Year Daiso Sponsorship Deal Placing Logo on Laker Girls Uniforms
The Los Angeles Lakers announced a multi-year deal with Japan-based retailer Daiso on Thursday. The agreement places the Daiso logo on Laker Girls uniforms during select games and makes Daiso the presenting sponsor of team auditions.
nypost.comsports21 days ago
Lakers Hire Yao Williams II as VP of Global Partnerships Amid Front-Office Overhaul
The Los Angeles Lakers announced the hiring of Yao Williams II as vice president and head of global partnerships on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Williams will oversee partnership sales, business solutions and activation.
ESPNsports28 days ago
Lakers Hire Rohan Ramadas as Assistant General Manager
The Los Angeles Lakers hired Rohan Ramadas as an assistant general manager. Ramadas previously served as vice president of strategy and operations for the New Orleans Pelicans.
New York Postworld29 days ago
Kyle Kuzma places $36,000 bet on Spencer Pratt for Los Angeles mayor
Former Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma posted a $36,000 wager on Spencer Pratt to win the Los Angeles mayoral race. The bet would pay $133,588.89 if successful.
New York Postsports42 days ago
Lakers End 2025-26 Season With Sweep Loss to Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers finished their 2025-26 season with a 4-0 playoff sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder. LeBron James said he will take time to decide his future after the 115-110 Game 4 loss.
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nypost.comsports42 days ago
Lakers Coach Draws Criticism for Final Play Call in Season-Ending Loss
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called a timeout with 12.2 seconds left in Game 4 while trailing by three points. He inserted Maxi Kleber, who had not played, into the lineup in place of Rui Hachimura, who had scored 25 points with strong three-point shooting. The subsequ…
sports43 days ago
LeBron James Weighs Retirement After Lakers Swept by Thunder
LeBron James said he does not know whether his 24-point performance in the Lakers’ 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday was his final NBA game. The 41-year-old becomes a free agent July 1 after the defending champion Thunder completed a four-game sweep.
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foxnews.comworld44 days ago
Spencer Pratt Announces Los Angeles Mayoral Campaign Against Karen Bass
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of Los Angeles against incumbent Karen Bass. Bass withdrew from a scheduled candidate forum days after a heated debate with Pratt in which he criticized her response to the city's wildfires. Pratt, who appeared at a Lakers playof…
Forbesfinance44 days agoUpdated
LeBron James: Lakers Not Done After 0-3 Deficit vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers lost 131-108 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, falling behind 3-0 in the series. LeBron James said the team remains motivated to compete in Game 4 at home. No NBA team has ever come back from a 3-0 series deficit.
nypost.comsports45 days agoUpdated
Thunder Defeat Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 to Take 3-0 Series Lead
The Oklahoma City Thunder outscored the Los Angeles Lakers 74-49 in the second half en route to a 131-108 victory on Saturday in Los Angeles. The win puts the Lakers one loss from elimination in the best-of-seven series, with no team in NBA history having overcome a 3-0 deficit.…
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gamereactor.eusports49 days ago
Thunder Defeat Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 of Western Conference Semifinals
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 on Tuesday at Paycom Arena. The Lakers played without their best player and led early but were outscored after LeBron James went to the bench. Oklahoma City converted 17 Lakers turnovers into 21 second-cha…
gamereactor.euworld52 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers Enter Western Conference Semifinals as +945 Underdogs
The Los Angeles Lakers are listed as +945 underdogs in their 2026 Western Conference semifinals series, marking the largest such odds in franchise history. The series begins on May 3, 2026, with Game 1 favoring the opposing team by 16 points. The Lakers advanced after defeating t…
New York Postworld60 days ago
Rockets Coach Udoka Criticizes Team After OT Loss to Lakers
Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka sharply criticized his team's performance following a late-game collapse in their 112-108 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series. The defeat left the Rockets in a 3-0 series deficit despite leading by si…
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Celebrities Attend NBA Playoff Game 2 Between Lakers and Rockets in Los Angeles
Numerous celebrities gathered courtside for Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers on April 22, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. Attendees included actors, musicians, and athletes watching Kevin Durant and LeBron James play. nypost.com repo…
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Lakers Divided Over Potential LeBron James Statue at Crypto.com Arena
Mitch Kupchak expressed support for a LeBron James statue outside Crypto.com Arena, while Byron Scott opposed the idea citing James' single championship with the Lakers. The debate highlights differing views on legacy among former Lakers players and executives.
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NBA Announces First-Round Playoff Schedule: Lakers vs. Rockets
The NBA announced the first-round playoff schedule on Tuesday for the matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets. Games 1 and 2 are set in Los Angeles, with subsequent games alternating locations if necessary. Injuries to key Lakers players Luka Dončić and Austin…
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Lakers' Doncic and Reaves Suffer Grade 2 Strains, Ruled Out Indefinitely for Upcoming Rockets Series
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, as both players remain sidelined by injuries sustained on April 2. Lakers coach JJ Redick stated after Tuesday's practice that the players are ou…
larrybrownsports.comworld71 days ago
Luka Doncic Scheduled to Return to United States Friday After Hamstring Treatment in Spain
Luka Doncic, a guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, is set to return to the United States on Friday following treatment in Spain for a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. The injury occurred on April 2 during a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. His return raises questions about ava…
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Houston Rockets Open as Heavy Favorites Against Los Angeles Lakers in NBA Playoff First Round
The Houston Rockets are listed as significant favorites over the Los Angeles Lakers in their NBA playoff series opener, according to betting odds from BetOnline. The Lakers secured the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference after defeating the Utah Jazz 131-107 on Sunday. Injuries…
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Los Angeles Lakers Face Final Regular Season Game Impacting Playoff Seeding
The Los Angeles Lakers, with a 52-29 record, hold the fourth position in the Western Conference ahead of the NBA regular season's final day on Sunday. Their seeding depends on the outcome of their game against the Utah Jazz and the Denver Nuggets' game against the San Antonio Spu…
gamereactor.eupolitics74 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers Welcome Return of Guard Marcus Smart After Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers have Marcus Smart back from an injury sustained on March 21 during a win over the Orlando Magic. The injury occurred as the team completed a nine-game winning streak, their best of the season. Smart's return adds defensive capabilities to the roster at this…
lamag.comworld74 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers Consider Rushing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves Back from Injuries in NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are evaluating the decision to accelerate the return of injured players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves during the NBA playoffs. This approach carries potential long-term health risks for the players. The move aims to improve the team's performance in the ong…
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Lakers Defeat Warriors 119-103 as LeBron and Bronny James Record First Son-to-Father Assist in NBA History
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 119-103, with LeBron James scoring 26 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds. During the game, Bronny James assisted LeBron on a dunk, marking the first son-to-father assist in NBA history. The win improved the Lakers' rec…
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Golden State Warriors Rule Out Stephen Curry for Game Against Los Angeles Lakers
The Golden State Warriors have ruled out Stephen Curry for Thursday night's game against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a knee issue. This decision means no regular-season matchups between Curry and LeBron James this year. The Warriors aim to manage Curry's return ahead of play-in…
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Netflix Releases Trailer for Season 2 of Running Point Starring Kate Hudson
The second season of the Netflix comedy series Running Point premieres on April 23, following the release of its trailer on March 26. The show features Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon, a team president navigating family and professional challenges in a fictionalized portrayal of Los A…