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• Lakers legend Magic Johnson on sale of the team: 'When the Celtics sold for $6B, I knew the Lakers were worth $10B!'
Earvin "Magic" Johnson expressed his excitement over the Los Angeles Lakers being sold for $10 billion in one of the largest sports purchases in history....2025See also Magic Johnson
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• Lakers Sold By Buss Family To Mark Walter At $10B Valuation; Jeanie Buss To Remain GovernorThe Buss family has agreed to sell a majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $10 billion to Mark Walter, who is CEO and chairman of TWG Global. Jeanie Buss will continue to serve in her role as Governor of the Lakers after the sale. Walter earned the first right of refusal if the Buss family ever decided to sell their 66 percent stake when he purchased Phil Anschutz' 26 perc...2025See more Mark Walter -
• Buss Family Agree To Sell Majority Stake In Lakers To Mark Walter At $10B Valuation; Jeanie Buss To Remain GovernorThe Buss family has agreed to sell a majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $10 billion to Mark Walter, who is CEO and chairman of TWG Global. Jeanie Buss will continue to serve in her role as Governor of the Lakers after the sale. Walter earned the first right of refusal if the Buss family ever decided to sell their 66 percent stake when he purchased Phil Anschutz' 26 perc...2025Visit the page Mark Walter
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• Report: Lakers Interested In Trading For John CollinsAccording to Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune, the Los Angeles Lakers are interested in trading for Utah Jazz forward John Collins. Collins has a player option worth $26,580,000 for next season. The Lakers and Jazz have held discussions on a potential John Collins trade, per @andyblarsen (https://t.co/FgDt2R7yVL). Collins, an athletic rim-running big who […] The post Report: ...2025Click for news about John Collins -
• NBA's Win-Now Incentives Fuel Unprecedented First-Round Pick Trading BoomThe Orlando Magic's trade sending multiple future first-round picks to the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane represents the latest example of teams mortgaging their future to maximize championship windows. This aggressive approach has become the defining trend of modern NBA team-building. The Magic join a growing list of franchises making all-in moves. The Minnesota Timberwolves traded multiple f...2025See more Orlando Magic -
• LeBron James Focuses On Healing Knee Injury Before Training CampLeBron James said his primary focus is healing his sprained left knee before training camp begins in late September as he prepares for his 23rd NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 40-year-old superstar suffered the ligament sprain in April during the Lakers' playoff loss to Minnesota in Game 5 of the first round. James told The Associated Press the knee is feeling "good" but emphasized the...2025Check it out LeBron James -
• Lakers Trade Rumors: ‘No Chance’ L.A. Gets Jaren Jackson Jr.
The Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to pursue Memphis Grizzlies veteran center Jaren Jackson Jr. this offseason, but one NBA insider believes L.A. has no shot at acquiring the big man. “No chance. No chance. Absolutely not worth a discussion,” said ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. “Look, I think Jaren Jackson is now in position to sign […] The post Lakers Trade Rumors: ‘N...2025See more articles Memphis Grizzlies
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• Austin Reaves Speaks About Lakers Future Amid NBA Trade RumorsAt his annual basketball camp in Arkansas with his brother, Austin Reaves spoke about his future with the Los Angeles Lakers. There have been rumors that the Lakers could trade Reaves this offseason to acquire a center for Luka Doncic and LeBron James. “I don’t pay attention to it,” Reaves told K8 News. “I keep […] The post Austin Reaves Speaks About Lakers Futu...2025See more articles Austin Reaves -
• Why LeBron James’ Contract Is Hurting Lakers’ Title Hopes
The Los Angeles Lakers won an NBA championship with LeBron James in the 2020 Orlando Bubble, but if they hope to win another title in the future with the four-time MVP, he should consider taking less money. Lakers Are Projected To Be $1.3 Million Over Luxury Tax James, who turns 41 in December, has a […] The post Why LeBron James’ Contract Is Hurting Lakers’ Title Hopes appeared ...2025See also LeBron James
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• Grizzlies Expected To Offer Jaren Jackson Jr. $200M+ Extension; Ja Morant Considered Less LikelyJaren Jackson Jr. and the Memphis Grizzlies were previously expected to agree to a renegotiate-and-extend contract this offseason and the mechanics of that type of deal became easier following the team's trade of Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. "He is now in a position to sign a contract extension of over $200 million," said Brian Windhorst on Monday. "I would feel like that is very strongly go...2025See also Jaren Jackson
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• Lakers Likely To Retain Trey Jemison, Christian Koloko For Next SeasonThe Los Angeles Lakers are looking for a starting center this offseason. While that search plays out, the Lakers are expected to keep some center depth via two-way contracts. Los Angeles is expected to keep both Trey Jemison III and Christian Koloko for next season. Jemison has a second year left on the two-year two-way deal he signed with the Lakers last season. Koloko is a restricted free agent,...2025Check it out Trey Jemison -
• Dorian Finney-Smith Undergoes Ankle Surgery Ahead Of Free AgencyDorian Finney-Smith underwent surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be able to participate in training camp next season. Finney-Smith had been dealing with the lingering ankle injury over the past several seasons. Finney-Smith missed eight games with what the Los Angeles Lakers called "left ankle injury management" after being traded by the Brooklyn Nets. Finney-Smith has until June 29 to o...2025Continue with Dorian Finney
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• Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Jaxson Hayes Hasn’t Ruled Out Return
Los Angeles Lakers unrestricted free agent center Jaxson Hayes hasn’t ruled out a return to the purple and gold next season. The 25-year-old Hayes, who’s spent the past two seasons with the Lakers, replied to an Instagram comment earlier this week hinting at a possible return in 2025-26. Jaxson Hayes Saw Limited Playing Time In […] The post Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Jaxson...2025Check it out Jaxson Hayes
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• Report: Lakers ‘Have Long Been Fans’ Of Brook Lopez
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Los Angeles Lakers “have long been fans” of Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez. Lopez becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason. “The Lakers have long been fans of Lopez, sources say. That doesn’t guarantee they will pursue him again, but the Lakers are indeed expected to […] The post Report: Lakers ...2025See more Brook Lopez
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• Jason Kidd, Knicks Have 'Mutual Intrigue' In Head Coach JobJason Kidd and the New York Knicks have mutual interest as the franchise searches for a new head coach after parting ways with Tom Thibodeau. The Knicks are expected to reach out to the Dallas Mavericks about Kidd. "The way I would describe this is there's mutual intrigue on both sides," said Brian Windhorst on Monday's Sports Center. Kidd led the Mavericks to the Finals in 2024 and signed a new c...2025See more Jason Kidd -
• Knicks Plan To Pursue Jason Kidd For Head Coach JobThe New York Knicks are expected to formally request permission from the Dallas Mavericks to speak with Jason Kidd about their head coaching vacancy. The Knicks parted ways with Tom Thibodeau shortly after the end of the Eastern Conference Finals. Some league sources have described the New York's interest as "serious" and some believe Kidd is atop the team's wish list. Kidd interviewed for the Kni...2025Check it out New York Knicks
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• Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Steven Adams Among Targets
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025 offseason in need of a durable big man. The Lakers tried to acquire Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams at the trade deadline to provide Luka Doncic with a lob threat and rim protector to fill the hole made by trading away Anthony Davis, but the trade was rescinded […] The post Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Steven Adams Among Targets appeared...2025Continue with Steven Adams
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• ESPN Could Move Doris Burke Out Of No. 1 Booth Next SeasonDoris Burke is not guaranteed to be back in ESPN/ABC lead broadcast booth next season, sources tell The Athletic. Mike Breen is under long-term contract and will certainly return, while ESPN intends on re-signing Richard Jefferson. ESPN has struggled with its No. 1 team since they decided to fire Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson after the 2023 Finals. ESPN initially hired Doc Rivers to join Breen a...2025Continue with Doris Burke -
• ESPN’s Bobby Marks Expects Lakers To Be ‘Extremely Aggressive’ This Offseason
ESPN’s Bobby Marks expects the Los Angeles Lakers to be “extremely aggressive” this offseason. The Lakers need a center alongside LeBron James and Luka Doncic. James has a player option to return to the Lakers next season. He’s expected to pick it up. Meanwhile, Doncic and Austin Reaves are eligible for contract extensions this offseason. […] T...2025Visit the page Bobby Marks
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• Rockets Prioritizing Steven Adams Return; Brook Lopez Identified As Alternative TargetAmongst their free agents, the Houston Rockets are prioritizing re-signing Steven Adams. Adams became a critical part of the Rockets' success in extending their first round series against the Golden State Warriors to seven games. Adams' offensive rebounding was particularly valuable for the Rockets and he and Alperen Sengun proved they could play together in double-big lineups. Adams had career hi...2025Read about Houston Rockets
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• Lakers Free Agency Targets 2025: 3 Offseason Signings To Help Build Around Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks before the in-season trade deadline, and the five-time All-Star guard is reportedly eligible to sign a four-year, $229 million contract this offseason. Lakers Should Add Veteran Guard To Build Around Luka Doncic For the Lakers to maximize a roster with a 40-year-old LeBron […] The post Lakers Free Agency Targets ...2025Continue with Luka Doncic
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• Clippers Lead Jrue Holiday Trade Sweepstakes Over Mavericks, Lakers
The Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Lakers are among the teams interested in trading for Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday, who is currently in the midst of a four-year, $134.4 million contract. Clippers Need Enough Outgoing Salary To Acquire Jrue Holiday Holiday, who turns 35 next month, is one valuable veteran that […] The post Clippers Lead Jrue Holiday Trade Sweep...2025See more articles Los Angeles Clippers
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• NBA Veteran Extensions Have Increased 900 Percent Since 2011 CBAFront office executives have communicated to multiple reporters the expectation that the 2025 NBA offseason will likely be an eventful one and even "might be the craziest ever." Both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant could be traded with intriguing pieces certain to be dealt in return, while the Boston Celtics are expected to trade one or more key pieces as well. It will be part of the NBA's ...2025See more Giannis Antetokounmpo -
• Montrezl Harrell Re-Signs With Adelaide In AustraliaVeteran big man Montrezl Harrell is spending another season in Australia. Harrell has agreed to re-sign with the Adelaide 36ers, with whom he finished last season. Harrell was name to the All-NBL second team last season. He averaged 20.5 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game for the 36ers a year ago. The 31-year-old big man helped lift Adelaide to a spot in the NBL play-in tournament. The f...2025See more articles Montrezl Harrell -
• Lakers’ LeBron James Expected To Opt Into $52.6M Player Option
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to pick up his player option worth $52.6M for the 2025-26 season. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the news on the Pat McAfee Show. Next season would be James’ 23rd season in the league, which would set a new record. James is currently tied with Vince Carter for […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James Expected To Opt Into $52.6M...2025See also LeBron James
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• LeBron James Likely To Opt-In To $52.6M Contract For 25-26 With Lakers
LeBron James has yet to confirm whether he will return to play next season, but all signs point to him continuing his career and doing so with the Los Angeles Lakers. Last offseason, James declined his option to become a free agent where he re-signed with the Lakers on a two-year, $104 million contract that also contained a no-trade clause. The current expectation is for James to pick up his optio...2025Click for news about LeBron James
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• Report: LeBron James Likely To Opt In To 2025-26 Player Option With Lakers
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, LeBron James will likely opt in to his 2025-26 player option with the Los Angeles Lakers. James’ player option for next season is worth $52,627,153. “I’m told LeBron James is likely to opt in.. He’s got a massive player option and that’s the plan.. He still has about a […] The post Report: LeBron James Likely To Opt In ...2025See also LeBron James
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• Lakers Pursued Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu At Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers pursued Atlanta Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu at the trade deadline. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported the news when making an appearance on Jason McIntyre’s Straight Fire podcast. Okongwu averaged 13.4 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 28 minutes per game. He has emerged as a potential piece of the long-term core […] The post Lakers Pursued Hawks’ ...2025Visit the page Atlanta Hawks
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• Rich Paul On If LeBron James Will Play Next Season: ‘I Have No Idea’It’s that time of year again. No, not just the NBA conference finals, but also time to wonder what may be in store for LeBron James, who remains the face of the league. Once again, James can become a free agent by opting out of his contract, if he so desires. The Los Angeles Lakers […] The post Rich Paul On If LeBron James Will Play Next Season: ‘I Have No Idea’ appeared fi...2025Check it out Rich Paul -
• Lakers Inquired With Hawks On Onyeka Okongwu Trade At DeadlineThe Los Angeles Lakers are almost certain to pursue an upgrade at center this offseason following their rescinded trade for Mark Williams. The Lakers offered Luka Doncic a list of centers to target and it is believed Onyeka Okongwu was also on it. "Before the Mark Williams trade, and I can't tell you all the names on that list that Rob Pelinka presented to Luka, [but] I do know that the Lakers mad...2025Check it out Mark Williams