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• Charles Barkley: LeBron James Has One Clear Choice This Summer

  08-06-2026 22:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  One of the biggest questions of the NBA offseason is the future of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. If James chooses to continue his career for a 24th season, he will be an unrestricted free agent free to sign with any team.
  And in the eyes of Hall of Famer and NBA analyst Charles Barkley, there is only one team James should sign with this summer.
  “LeBron only has one play in my opinion, and that’s to go back to Cleveland,” Barkley said on ESPN’s Get Up. “
  
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• LeBron James Outlines When He’ll Know He’s Ready To Retire

  11-06-2026 15:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has already shattered all expectations with how effective he remains despite being 41 years old and playing 23 NBA seasons, more than any other player in history. Many continue to wonder when he will retire from the game of basketball and he recently gave a glimpse into when that will be.
  Going into this offseason many are wondering whether he will continue playing as he has nothing left to prove. But in an interview with Sean Gregory of Time Magazine, J
  
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• LeBron James Praises Knicks’ Josh Hart As Winning Player

  10-06-2026 23:20 via lakersnation.com
  
  For a time, the Los Angeles Lakers seemed to never miss on their draft picks and accumulated an excellent group of young talent. Brandon Ingram, Julius Randle, Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Ivica Zubac, Jordan Clarkson and others all went on to have excellent careers after being drafted by the Lakers. And one player that is forgotten who was also part of that group is Josh Hart.
  Hart spent his first two years in the NBA with the Lakers before being traded away as part of the Anthony Davis deal. And no
  
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• Shaquille O’Neal Gives Advice To Spurs Star Victor Wembanyama

  10-06-2026 22:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  Victor Wembanyama has officially arrived as one of the NBA’s brightest young stars after leading the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals in just his third season. The 7’5″ big man is unlike any player the league has ever seen which has sometimes led to some scrutiny from bigs of a previous era, including Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal.
  With his role as an analyst on ESPN’s Inside the NBA, O’Neal is often one of the loudest voices and he has never h
  
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• LeBron James Impressed By Knicks’ Postseason Run

  10-06-2026 21:00 via lakersnation.com
  
  Prior to their loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks had gone on one of the greatest runs in NBA playoff history. After falling down 2-1 in their first round series against the Atlanta Hawks, the Knicks reeled off 13 straight wins, sweeping through two straight rounds and then taking the first two games of the Finals on the road.
  It was a level of play that many felt was possible from the Knicks, but that they had failed to reach at any point of the seaso
  
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• Lakers Rumors: Warriors ‘Legitimately Interested’ In Signing LeBron James

  10-06-2026 19:50 via lakersnation.com
  
  The future of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James remains one of the biggest stories of this offseason. There has already been plenty of discussion about if he will return for his 24th NBA season and where he will play if he does come back as he is an unrestricted free agent.
  One of the teams that has long been linked with James has been the Golden State Warriors with many visualizing the ultimate team-up with James and Stephen Curry. And, according to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fisc
  
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• Vlade Divac Strongly Defends Kobe Bryant’s Legacy

  10-06-2026 17:20 via lakersnation.com
  
  It is well known that the Los Angeles Lakers traded center Vlade Divac to the Charlotte Hornets for the draft rights to Kobe Bryant. But what is forgotten by most is that Divac would return to the Lakers for the final season of his career and thus, also had the chance to team with Bryant. And Divac had nothing but the highest praise for the Lakers legend.
  “Greatness,” Divac responded when asked to describe Bryant in one word during his appearance on Byron Scott’s Fast Break. &l
  
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• Vlade Divac Drops Bar To Defend Kobe Bryant’s Legacy

  10-06-2026 16:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  It is well known that the Los Angeles Lakers traded center Vlade Divac to the Charlotte Hornets for the draft rights to Kobe Bryant. But what is forgotten by most is that Divac would return to the Lakers for the final season of his career and thus, also had the chance to team with Bryant. And Divac had nothing but the highest praise for the Lakers legend.
  “Greatness,” Divac responded when asked to describe Bryant in one word during his appearance on Byron Scott’s Fast Break. &l
  
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• Lakers News: LeBron James Clarifies Previous Comments About Memphis

  10-06-2026 15:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  For someone who has been in under the biggest microscope and brightest lights for more than two decades, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has had very few real controversies throughout his career and for the most part they have stemmed from comments he has made that have rubbed people the wrong way.
  That was the case earlier this year when James spoke on camera about not liking having to stay in Memphis and imploring the team to relocate to Nashville. This did not sit well with many Mem
  
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• LeBron James ‘Not Taking Nobody Over Me’ In GOAT Debate

  09-06-2026 23:20 via lakersnation.com
  
  There is no concrete answer as to who is the greatest player in NBA history, but a number of players are brought up in that debate and many of them wore the purple and gold of the Los Angeles Lakers. Aside from Michael Jordan, the list regularly includes LeBron James, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant, just to name a few.
  When James himself was asked about his place amongst the greats, he unsurprisingly put himself at the top of the list, but also feels that every
  
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• Victor Wembanyama Becomes First Player To Accomplish NBA Finals Feat Since Shaquille O’Neal

  09-06-2026 22:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  There are a ton of eyes on San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama in his first ever NBA Finals appearance. And while there have been some hiccups and rough patches, as is to be expected for a 22-year old, he has also had some outstanding moments and has continually found himself making history so far.
  The latest came after Game 3 with Wembanyama leading the Spurs to a victory and bring them to a 2-1 series deficit against the New York Knicks. The big man finished with 32 points, eight reboun
  
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• LeBron James Discusses His Influence Compared To Michael Jordan

  09-06-2026 20:55 via lakersnation.com
  
  The argument for the greatest player in NBA history often comes down to Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan. But regardless of who one puts at the top of their list, one thing that both James and Jordan share is a massive influence around the world that far exceeds sports.
  Of course, this could lead to some debating who is the more influential athlete, but James is not willing to get into that argument. In an interview with Sean Gregory of Time Magaz
  
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• Victor Wembanyama Joins Magic Johnson In NBA History, Leaving Lakers Legend In Awe

  09-06-2026 19:50 via lakersnation.com
  
  The San Antonio Spurs bounced back in the 2026 NBA Finals after losing the first two games at home, coming away with a 115-111 victory over the New York Knicks inside a raucous Madison Square Garden to close the gap in the series to 2-1. And of course, it was their young phenom Victor Wembanyama leading the way.
  Wembanyama finished with 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the contest and put himself in some elite company of a pair of Los Angeles Lakers legends as well. The Spurs star su
  
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• Lakers Name Elaine Shen As Chief Financial Officer

  09-06-2026 18:35 via lakersnation.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have named Elaine Shen as their Chief Financial Officer.
  According to the press release, Shen will oversee all financial aspects of the Lakers, shaping strategic growth, driving profitability and creating continued value for the global franchise. In a related move, Joe McCormack will shift to an executive advisory role as Senior Vice President of Finance for the Lakers.
  Shen joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2016 and has held a variety of strategic roles acro
  
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• LeBron James Declines Comment On Taking Pay Cut With Lakers

  09-06-2026 17:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  LeBron James has spent the last eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, his longest tenure with any team. That streak could be coming to an end, however, as James contemplates his future and where he wants to end his playing career.
  James hasn’t even announced that he will be playing in 2026-27, although all indications are that he will return for a 24th NBA season. Where that will be remains to be seen as James has made it clear that he still wants to compete for championships.Even tho
  
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• Nick Van Exel Tells Origin Of Infamous ‘1-2-3 Cancun’ Lakers Huddle

  09-06-2026 15:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers of the mid-1990s may not have had the championships of eras that came before and after, but there were a number of talented players on those squads who won a lot of games and made playoff runs. One of those was point guard Nick Van Exel, who was one of the most talented young players at his position during that time, but despite his talent and success he became most known for one infamous moment.
  In 1998, the Lakers were swept in the Western Conference Finals by the Utah J
  
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• Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Feels ‘Connectivity’ With Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality

  08-06-2026 21:05 via lakersnation.com
  
  Over the last few seasons, the New York Knicks have enjoyed one of the best prolonged stretches of success in their franchise history and the catalyst of that has been star point guard Jalen Brunson. Ever since signing with the Knicks in 2022, Brunson has catapulted himself into superstardom and now has them on the brink of their first NBA Championship since 1973.
  One thing that has continually stood out with Brunson is his performance in clutch situations, something that many have compared to t
  
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• Danny Green: Lakers’ 2020 Bubble Championship Was Hardest Of Career

  08-06-2026 19:37 via lakersnation.com
  
  Discussion and debate surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 NBA Championship mostly seems to fall on one of two sides. Some discount the championship since it occurred inside the Bubble, while many others call it the most difficult situation they ever played in and praise the Lakers for fighting through the circumstances and coming out on top.
  Obviously those on that Lakers team fall in the latter category and starting guard Danny Green recently spoke about the journey of the 2020 Laker
  
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• Rob Pelinka: ‘Trust And Comfort’ Will Be Factor For Lakers & Rui Hachimura In Free Agency

  08-06-2026 17:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  Nearly the entire Los Angeles Lakers roster is entering unrestricted free agency this summer, meaning there are many decisions for general manager Rob Pelinka to make. Rui Hachimura is one of those guys, as his three-year, $51 million deal expires.Hachimura has blossomed into an offensive machine since his trade to L.A. back at the 2023 trade deadline. He is one of the most efficient and effective perimeter shooters in the league and has the highest playoff three-point percentage in league histo
  
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• Lakers News: LeBron James Explains What 23rd Season Meant To Him

  08-06-2026 15:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James still being able to impact winning at 41-years-old after 23 seasons is pretty crazy to think about. And now, he needs to decide if he wants to keep doing it for a 24th season.
  It makes sense for both James and the Lakers to continue this partnership, but negotiations are a whole different entity and unpredictable. James dealt with a fair amount of obstacles during the 2025-26 season, like missing the beginning of the year for the first time in his career due
  
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• Knicks Join 2001 Lakers In NBA Playoff History

  07-06-2026 22:15 via lakersnation.com
  
  The NBA Finals are underway between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, which features two hungry teams looking to end their respective franchises’ droughts of not winning a title. New York stunned San Antonio by winning both games in Texas, heading back to what is expected to be a rocking atmosphere at Madison Square Garden for Game 3.
  Since going down 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks in the first round, the Knicks have won 13 straight, not losing a game in over a month. What is arguably m
  
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• Rams Star Myles Garrett Wears Kobe Bryant Shirt While Throwing Out First Pitch At Dodgers Game

  07-06-2026 19:50 via lakersnation.com
  
  Los Angeles is the city of stars, and the latest edition is the Rams making a blockbuster trade to acquire defensive end Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns. Now, Garrett enters a win-now situation with a chance to win a Super Bowl, which is the point the Los Angeles Lakers are trying to reach with Luka Doncic, their own new superstar.
  As the former No. 1 overall pick in 2017 settles into his new home, the L.A. Dodgers hosted him to throw out the first pitch on Saturday. Notably, Garrett wor
  
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• Lakers News: Austin Reaves Hopes To Continue Playing With LeBron James

  07-06-2026 18:20 via lakersnation.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers have many major decisions ahead of them in the upcoming weeks, but two of the biggest are the futures of Austin Reaves and LeBron James. Both are unrestricted free agents, but at very different phases of their career.A separation would mark the first time that Reaves entered an NBA season without James on the roster, a massive deal for a player who has gone from two-way contract to role player to starter and to borderline All-Star all next to arguably the greatest player i
  
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• Lakers News: Nick Van Exel Praises Kobe Bryant’s Work Ethic

  07-06-2026 16:20 via lakersnation.com
  
  Before Kobe Bryant was a five-time NBA champion and among the best to ever play the game of basketball, he was an 18-year-old rookie as the 11th man on a Los Angeles Lakers team that won 56 games and lost in the second round of the playoffs. A team that had five shooting guards and small forwards ahead of him on the depth chart.One of the players that Bryant was not competing with for minutes was starting point guard Nick Van Exel. The one-time All-Star was the lead guard for the Lakers for five
  
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• LeBron James Details Importance Of Taking Accountability As Leader

  07-06-2026 15:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  Leadership is an integral part of building a championship culture and for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have a lengthy history of leaders. LeBron James came to L.A. in 2018 with the hopes of turning the franchise around and he did so in 2020.
  James propelled the Lakers to their 17th title with Anthony Davis as his co-star, thanks in part to his veteran leadership. Now 23 seasons into his career, James detailed how he balances holding himself accountable while leading his team to as many wins as p
  
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• Lakers Predraft Workouts: Skyy Clark, Trey Kaufman-Renn, Tamin Lipsey, Peter Suder

  06-06-2026 22:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  The NBA Draft is steadily approaching and the Los Angeles Lakers are continuing to bring in prospects for workouts. This year, they have a first-round draft pick at selection No. 25 and they have to do their homework.
  It remains to be seen whether L.A. will ultimately make the pick, but they are taking the necessary steps to bring in players that caught their eye. In this recent workout on Jun. 2, one notable name was UCLA guard Skyy Clark, amongst others, via Cody Taylor of The Rookie Wire:Sour
  
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• Kylian Mbappe Includes Luka Doncic & LeBron James In Top 5 Players List

  06-06-2026 20:10 via lakersnation.com
  
  When Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, he quickly formed a dynamic trio with LeBron James and Austin Reaves. Doncic idolized James as he matured into a professional basketball player and he probably did not predict they would eventually be sharing the floor together as teammates.
  Before arriving to Los Angeles, Doncic garnered a global fanbase, similar to James, who is an NBA phenomenon in his own right. With both players sharing a massive stage together, it means a majority of t
  
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• NBA Free Agency Rumors: Lakers Among Suitors For Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson

  06-06-2026 18:40 via lakersnation.com
  
  The NBA world is watching as the New York Knicks sit just two wins away from winning their first championship since 1973. One team watching closely is the Los Angeles Lakers, who are looking for the blueprint to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs around superstar Luka Doncic.
  One clear proof of concept to winning a title right now is having a big man capable of slowing down Victor Wembanyama. The Knicks have that in the form of backup center Mitchell Robinson, who is slated t
  
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• Lakers News: JJ Redick Praises Luka Doncic’s Growth As Leader

  06-06-2026 17:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  Luka Doncic completed his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025-26, and it’s hard to argue it as anything other than a success. Doncic was named to the All-NBA First Team while head coach JJ Redick got his second-straight 50-win season and the most wins (53) in a Lakers campaign since 2010-11.Doncic suffered a season-ending hamstring injury on April 2, but the Lakers still managed to advance past the first round of the playoffs before ultimately being swept by the Oklahoma
  
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• JJ Redick Praises Luka Doncic’s Growth As Leader

  06-06-2026 17:30 via lakersnation.com
  
  Luka Doncic completed his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025-26, and it’s hard to argue it as anything other than a success. Doncic was named to the All-NBA First Team while head coach JJ Redick got his second-straight 50-win season and the most wins (53) in a Lakers campaign since 2010-11.Doncic suffered a season-ending hamstring injury on April 2, but the Lakers still managed to advance past the first round of the playoffs before ultimately being swept by the Oklahoma
  
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