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06/17/2026

Kevin Love linked to Lakers as LeBron James' return to LA gains momentum:

Following the conclusion of the 2025-26 NBA season, all 30 teams in the league can start talking to their free agents, a list that is quite long for the Los Ang

06/15/2026

Walker Kessler may have just given the Lakers an unexpected opportunity:

One of the primary goals for the Los Angeles Lakers this summer is to upgrade the center position. Perhaps the two best options available, however, are restrict

06/15/2026

Two free agents may have the edge to re-sign with the Lakers this summer:

The Los Angeles Lakers and their revamped front office have a lot of work to do this summer, with more than half of the team’s current roster either set to beco

06/15/2026

The LeBron James sweepstakes just got a lot more interesting.

The Lakers, Cavaliers, and Warriors remain the most closely linked, but a surprise destination can't be ruled out.

The Lakers, Cavaliers, and Warriors continue to be linked most heavily, but the possibility of a surprise destination can't be ruled out.

Will LeBron return to Los Angeles? Finish his career elsewhere? Or walk away from the game entirely?

What do you think happens next?

06/14/2026

Lakers insider drops telling hint about Austin Reaves' future:

As the NBA offseason officially gets underway, the debate rages on for Los Angeles Lakers fans on whether the team should award rising star Austin Reaves with a

06/10/2026

One emerging trade candidate checks every box for the Lakers:

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the clock in terms of needing to build around superstar guard and new face of the franchise, Luka Doncic. With Doncic in his prime

06/09/2026

Nick Van Exel opens up about what made Kobe Bryant's work ethic so special:

Ever since his tragic passing in 2020, many stories have emerged about Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and the impact he had on his former teammates and o

06/09/2026

Charles Barkley thinks LeBron James should leave the Lakers and return to Cleveland for one final chapter.

It's a fascinating idea considering what LeBron already accomplished with the Cavaliers, but does it actually give him a better chance to win another championship than staying alongside Luka Doncic in Los Angeles?

What would you rather see:

One last run with the Cavaliers
Finish his career with the Lakers

Let us know in the comments.

06/08/2026

Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's philosophy continues to inspire Knicks star Jalen Brunson:

After winning the first two games of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, the New York Knicks are two wins away from finally ending their title drought

06/08/2026

The Lakers need size, rebounding and rim protection this offseason.

Mitchell Robinson might quietly be one of the best fits available next to Luka Doncic.

Would you make this move if you were running the Lakers?