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ESPNfinance3 days agoUpdated
Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler in Sign-and-Trade, Send Two First-Round Picks
The Lakers completed a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler, sending two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps to acquire the 24-year-old and sign him to a four-year, $130 million contract.
espn.comsports9 days ago
Austin Reaves Texts LeBron James After Learning of Exit, Plans to Re-Sign with Lakers
Austin Reaves told the California Post he sent a text to LeBron James after learning of his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. Reaves also sent a farewell message and plans to re-sign with the team.
yardbarker.comsports9 days ago
Lakers agree to one-year deal with center Looney while pursuing Kuminga
The Los Angeles Lakers reached a one-year, $3.9 million agreement with veteran center Kevon Looney. The team continues to pursue unrestricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga after using most of its remaining salary cap space on other signings.
espn.comsports10 days ago
Lakers Sign Kevon Looney to One-Year Deal as Backup Center
The team added the 30-year-old veteran on a one-year, $3.9 million contract. Looney will back up newly acquired starter Walker Kessler.
winnipegfreepress.comsports10 days ago
Lakers Complete Sign-and-Trade for Walker Kessler and Sign Three Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade deal for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents in a 35-minute span on Wednesday. The moves followed LeBron James informing the team he would continue his career elsewhere.
eonline.comworld11 days ago
Lakers Center Walker Kessler Signs Four-Year Deal and Gets Engaged
Walker Kessler joined the Los Angeles Lakers in a sign-and-trade from the Utah Jazz. His fiancée, Abbie Stockard, posted photos marking their engagement and arrival in Los Angeles.
eonline.comsports11 days ago
LeBron James informs Lakers he will not return for next season
LeBron James decided against returning to the Los Angeles Lakers after the team did not present a plan for his role or future salary allocation. The decision followed a period in which the Lakers focused contract-extension discussions on another player.
news.google.comsports11 days ago
LeBron James and Lakers Part Ways as Team Focuses on Other Players
LeBron James decided not to return to the Los Angeles Lakers. His agent Rich Paul notified team president Rob Pelinka of the decision during a call from Wimbledon on Tuesday.
winnipegfreepress.comsports13 days ago
Timberwolves Contact LeBron James’ Representatives After Lakers Split
The Minnesota Timberwolves have ramped up efforts to sign LeBron James following his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. League sources said the team has contacted his representatives and believes it remains in contention.
winnipegfreepress.comsports13 days ago
Lakers Re-Sign Chris Manon to Fill Final Two-Way Roster Spot
The Los Angeles Lakers re-signed Chris Manon to a two-way deal after his eight-point performance in a summer league loss. The team also added Peter Suder and AK Okereke on similar contracts.
Forbesfinance13 days ago
Rich Paul Says LeBron James Will Not Decide Next Team Soon
LeBron James's agent stated on July 4 that no decision on the player's next NBA team is imminent. James informed the Lakers he will not end his career there after eight seasons. Paul listed nine possible destinations while stressing James faces no external pressure.
eonline.comsports14 days ago
Lakers complete sign-and-trade for Walker Kessler and add three free agents
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents in roughly 35 minutes on Wednesday morning. The moves followed LeBron James informing the team he would continue his career elsewhere.
winnipegfreepress.comsports14 days ago
LeBron James Tells Lakers He Will Leave After Eight Seasons
LeBron James told the Los Angeles Lakers he is departing after eight years. The 41-year-old averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists and 6.1 rebounds in his final season with the team.
eonline.comsports15 days ago
Lakers acquire Walker Kessler from Jazz in multi-pick trade
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in exchange for two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round swaps. The team also signed three free agents to multi-year contracts.
winnipegfreepress.comsports16 days ago
Lakers Sign Guard to Four-Year Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to terms with a guard on a four-year, $60 million deal. The player shared a childhood photo wearing Lakers gear shortly after the signing.
espn.comsports16 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers Reach Four Free-Agent Agreements in 30 Minutes
The Los Angeles Lakers completed agreements with four free agents in a 30-minute span on Wednesday. Walker Kessler was the most prominent name among the signings.
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eonline.comsports16 days ago
Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler in Sign-and-Trade Deal with Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade deal Wednesday to acquire center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz. The move followed LeBron James' announced departure and improved the team's title odds at one sportsbook from +4500 to +3000.
news.google.comsports16 days agoUpdated
Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler in Trade with Jazz, Add Three Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz and signed three free agents after LeBron James informed the team he plans to play elsewhere. Kessler agreed to a four-year, $130 million contract that includes a player option.
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abcnews.go.comworld16 days ago
LeBron James to Leave Lakers as Free Agent
LeBron James informed the Lakers on Tuesday that he will depart the team as a free agent. The move ends his eight-year tenure with the franchise.
espn.comworld17 days ago
LeBron James Says He Will Not Return to Lakers
LeBron James announced Tuesday that he will not play another season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 41-year-old forward is entering his 24th NBA season after spending eight years with the team.
theconversation.comsports17 days ago
LeBron James Declines to Return to Lakers, Will Sign Elsewhere as Unrestricted Free Agent
LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers he will sign elsewhere as an unrestricted free agent at 6 p.m. ET. His agent Rich Paul confirmed the decision and stated James will play the 2026-27 season.
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+6abcnews.go.comsports17 days agoUpdated
LeBron James to Leave Lakers but Play for Another Team in 2026-27
LeBron James told the Los Angeles Lakers he will continue his NBA career elsewhere after completing his 23rd season and eighth year with the franchise. The 41-year-old four-time champion becomes an unrestricted free agent ahead of the league's negotiation window opening June 30.
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usatoday.comsports18 days ago
Ayton Exercises $8.1 Million Option with Lakers While Smart Declines His and Becomes Free Agent
Deandre Ayton will return to the Los Angeles Lakers next season after picking up his player option. Marcus Smart is entering free agency after turning down his option.
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usatoday.comsports18 days ago
Deandre Ayton Exercises Lakers Option While Marcus Smart Declines His
Deandre Ayton will return to the Los Angeles Lakers next season after picking up his player option. Marcus Smart is entering free agency after turning down his option with the team.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports18 days agoUpdated
Lakers lose Marcus Smart to free agency, retain Deandre Ayton on player option
Marcus Smart declined his $5.4 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers and will enter free agency. Deandre Ayton separately opted into his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season.
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Los Angeles Timessports20 days ago
Lakers Acquire Draft Rights to Baylor Guard Cameron Carr
The Los Angeles Lakers obtained the draft rights to 6-foot-5 Baylor guard Cameron Carr from the New York Knicks in a multi-team trade. Carr was selected 24th overall by the Knicks before the Lakers sent Spanish guard Sergio De Larrea and cash considerations in exchange.
lamag.comsports22 days ago
Austin Reaves agrees to four-year, $185 million maximum contract with Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves will sign a four-year, $185 million maximum contract that includes a player option for the 2029-30 season. He declined his $14.9 million option for the coming year to enable the new agreement, the richest ever for an undrafted NBA player.
ESPNsports23 days agoUpdated
Austin Reaves to Sign Four-Year $185 Million Maximum Contract with Lakers After Declining $14 Million Option
Austin Reaves will sign a four-year maximum contract worth $185 million with the Los Angeles Lakers after declining his $14 million player option. The deal includes a player option for the 2029-30 season and pays him $41.3 million in the first year.
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Los Angeles Timessports26 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.comsports28 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.
nypost.comsports45 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.
ESPNsports52 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 Postsports66 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.comsports66 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…
sports66 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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Forbesfinance68 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.comsports68 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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nypost.comworld69 days ago
Thunder Defeat Lakers 125-107 to Take 2-0 Series Lead
Oklahoma City outscored Los Angeles by 22 points in 33 minutes without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander across the first two games of their Western Conference semifinal series. The Thunder, defending NBA champions, lead 2-0 with Games 3 and 4 scheduled in Los Angeles. Los Angeles coach JJ…
Forbesfinance70 days ago
Lakers Fall to Thunder in Game 2 of Western Conference Semifinals
The Los Angeles Lakers lost 125-101 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday in Game 2 of their NBA Western Conference semifinal series. The Thunder lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. LeBron James scored 23 points while Austin Reaves added 31, but the Lakers played without injure…
gamereactor.euworld72 days ago
Thunder Defeat Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 of Western Conference Semifinals
Oklahoma City overpowered the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their NBA Western Conference semifinal series at Paycom Center on May 5, 2026. Chet Holmgren led the Thunder with 24 points and 12 rebounds while LeBron James scored 27 in a losing effort for the Lakers. In the Eastern…
gamereactor.euworld75 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 Postworld83 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…