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Did the Lakers Improve With Flurry of Free Agency Moves After LeBron James’s Departure?

L.A. pivoted quickly after LeBron’s departure, swinging a trade for Walker Kessler, then signing several free agents.

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Lakers-Jazz Trade Grades: How Los Angeles, Utah Made Out in Walker Kessler Deal

Grading the Lakers’ trade for Walker Kessler and what the Jazz got in return.

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Lakers to Sign Austin Reaves to Massive New Contract: Why Los Angeles Had No Choice But to Pay Star Scorer

Austin Reaves is staying with the Lakers on a huge new deal.

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LeBron James To Reportedly Take 'Steep Pay Cut' To Continue Playing With Son Bronny And Lakers

LeBron James is reportedly expected to stay with the Lakers for a significantly lower salary, a decision influenced by family ties and lifestyle in LA.

International Business Times UK

NBA Rumours: Lakers 'Actively' Trading Players To Create More Cap Space But Not For LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring roster changes to create financial flexibility, focusing on securing another player's services and not LeBron James.

International Business Times UK

Lakers’ Plan for Austin Reaves Should Be Clear With Suitors Emerging Ahead of Free Agency

The Lakers have a tricky offseason ahead, but a new deal for Austin Reaves should be an easy decision.

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Lakers Rising Star Hopes LeBron James Stays In LA Amid Widespread Free Agency Rumours

A Lakers rising star hopes LeBron James stays with the Lakers amid free agency rumours, emphasising his desire to prolong their chemistry and friendship.

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Cavs Star Questions LeBron James' Rumoured Desire To Return To Cleveland This Summer

Darius Garland doubts LeBron James' desire to return to the Cavaliers, suggesting the four-time MVP would prefer the lifestyle and weather in Los Angeles.

International Business Times UK

NBA Rumours: Lakers To Prioritise Re-Signing Another Player Than LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers are prioritising Austin Reaves over LeBron James in their offseason strategy, focusing on youth and long-term sustainability.

International Business Times UK

LeBron James’s Timetable for Decision on NBA Future Is Certain to Frustrate the Lakers

LeBron James discussed his timeline for deciding whether to retire this offseason and it’s far from ideal for the Lakers.

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Kawhi Leonard Trade Destinations: Where Superstar Could Land If Clippers Pivot After Lottery Luck

If the Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard after landing the No. 5 pick in the 2026 draft, where could he end up?

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Chris Mannix: There’s Only One Decision for LeBron James

Despite his insistence that he doesn’t know what the future holds, the superstar found a clear path this season.

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NBA Players’ Referee Rankings Reveal How They Really Feel About Officiating

The NBA playoffs are in full swing, which means there’s a lot of talk about officiating in professional basketball. How the referees call games and how differen

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LeBron James Free Agency Landing Spots: Ranking the Four Most Likely Suitors for Superstar’s Talents

If LeBron James wants to play again next season, he will be an unrestricted free agent. Here are the four top landing spots for The King, ranked.

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What Luka Dončić Must Do This Offseason to Make the Lakers a Contender

A to-do list for Luka Dončić as the Los Angeles Lakers rebuild their roster around him this summer.

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Lakers’ GM Rob Pelinka Wants to Honor LeBron James With Space to Make Retirement Decision

Rob Pelinka has left the door wide open for LeBron to return to the Lakers.

International Business Times UK

Is Lebron James Finally Retiring? NBA Star to 'Recalibrate' Future After Lakers Playoff Loss

LeBron James says he will 'recalibrate' his future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, leaving his NBA career at a crossroads.

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Lakers Offseason Preview: Free Agency, Draft Assets, LeBron James, Austin Reaves and More

Previewing what should be an eventful offseason for the Lakers.

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LeBron James ponders retirement after LA Lakers eliminated from NBA playoffs

The 41-year-old James couldn’t stop the Lakers falling to a series defeat to the reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder and he will now weigh up his future

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Lakers Season Grade: Eyes Turn Toward LeBron James’s Uncertain Future

The four-time champion led the Lakers through the playoffs without Luka Dončić, while Austin Reaves missed most of the first round.

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Austin Reaves, Lakers Furious With Refs After Game 2 Loss to Thunder

Austin Reaves and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers were furious with the refs after their loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2.

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NBA Playoffs: Four Numbers That Tell the Story of Game 2 of Pistons-Cavs, Lakers-Thunder

Cade Cunningham is off to a historic start to his postseason career, while James Harden is making the wrong kind of history.

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Chris Mannix: Three Thoughts on Thunder’s Defensive Masterpiece vs. Lakers

Los Angeles needs more from its backcourt if the Lakers have any chance in the Western Conference semifinals.

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Key Injuries We're Monitoring in the Second Round of the NBA Playoffs

From Ant's bone bruise to Luka's hamstring strain, these are the main ailments to know for the conference semifinals.

International Business Times UK

NBA Playoff Odds: Oklahoma City Thunder Clear Title Favourites Entering Second Round

The Oklahoma City Thunder are favorites against the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA playoffs, with LeBron James leading the Lakers despite challenges.

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