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• Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart Was ‘Ready To Forward’ In Different Situation

  13-09-2026 22:00 via lakersnation.com
  
  It felt like a no-brainer for the Los Angeles Lakers to retain Marcus Smart this offseason, especially after his first-round postseason performance. LeBron James and Smart were two critical reasons as to why L.A. upset the Houston Rockets while missing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for a majority of the series.
  The veteran guard rehabbed his value in Los Angeles and became a vital defensive leader for head coach JJ Redick. Unfortunately, once free agency opened, it was apparent that Smart was no
  
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• Lakers News: JJ Redick Recalls Requesting Memorabilia From Ray Allen & Stephen Curry

  13-09-2026 20:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has proven that his track record as an NBA player is translating to his time on the sidelines.
  In what is a surprise to many, the Lakers looked the part of a playoff team under Redick in his first two seasons at the helm. Redick’s even done well to take accountability for his own missteps, something that was sorely lacking from the regime.
  Redick has got a great knack for relating to players due to his own experience in the league and he discussed so
  
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• Bulls’ Norman Powell Calls Lakers Most Overrated Team In NBA

  13-09-2026 17:47 via lakersnation.com
  
  Expectations for the Los Angeles Lakers this upcoming season have been mixed because no one truly knows how all these new pieces will come together. However, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are a formidable backcourt to build around, and they added some quality pieces as well.
  Despite this being an entirely new roster with no LeBron James, championship expectations remain for Los Angeles. For Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell, though, he believes the Lakers are the most overrated team in the NBA:N
  
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• Magic Johnson Believes Dr. Jerry Buss Deserves Next Lakers Statue

  13-09-2026 16:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  When thinking about the success of the Los Angeles Lakers, the immediate association is with the Buss family, specifically Dr. Jerry Buss. He bought the Lakers in 1979 and turned the team into a powerhouse, which began with the Showtime era.
  The NBA propelled into immense popularity during the 1980s with a historic rivalry between the Lakers and the Boston Celtics. As L.A. continues to immortalize historic figures that have stepped through the organization, Magic Johnson believes Dr. Buss deserv
  
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• Ziaire Williams Discusses What He Has Worked On This Offseason

  13-09-2026 15:00 via lakersnation.com
  
  Exactly how the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation will look this season with so many new faces on the roster is unclear. But one intriguing player who could play a big role, and perhaps even be a starter on this team is forward Ziaire Williams.
  Even though he has been in the NBA for five years, Williams is still just 25 years old and has steadily improved every season since joining the league. Now in his return home to Southern California, Williams is looking to make a big impact for the Lakers
  
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