Basketball
Gabe Vincent: Most NBA Players Hate Basketball
The Lakers guard says most NBA players stay in the league not for love of the game but for what it enables them to achieve elsewhere.
Los Angeles Lakers
Edo Muric: Doncic Set for Career-Best Season
Slovenia team-mate Edo Muric says Luka Doncic, 27, is entering his prime and could enjoy his best-ever campaign in a bigger Lakers role.
Draymond Green Praises Lakers' Phil Jackson Statue
The Warriors forward welcomed the Lakers' decision to honor Phil Jackson with a statue, saying he was only surprised it took so long to happen.
Charles Barkley: Lakers Roster Rivals Mavs' Finals Team
Barkley says Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves can lead the Lakers to a strong season, comparing the roster to Dallas' 2024 NBA Finals squad.
Nick Smith Nears Real Madrid Move
Real Madrid are closing in on a deal for guard Nick Smith, 22, after the Lakers declined his contract option following the 2025/26 season.
Lakers Hire Keith D'Amelio From the Liberty
The Lakers named Keith D'Amelio, formerly of the New York Liberty, as director of integrated performance systems, reporting to Rob Pelinka.
Maxi Kleber Weighs Move to Dončić-Backed Roma
Free agent Maxi Kleber, a former Mavericks and Lakers team-mate of Luka Dončić, is reportedly considering a return to Europe with Roma's new project.
Dončić Arrives at 105kg in Best Shape in Years
Ahead of the new NBA season, Luka Dončić has completed individual training in Ljubljana at around 105kg, his trainer overseeing a full recovery from injury.
Lakers Face Deadline on Dalton Knecht's Option
Reporter Trevor Lane says the Lakers' Halloween deadline on Dalton Knecht's $6.4M option is unlikely to end in his favor after a sharp second-year decline.
Trump Suggests Redoing Doncic Trade to Lakers
At a Dallas rally, Trump called the Doncic-Lakers deal one of the worst trades in sports history and floated undoing it, though no formal review is planned.
Lakers hire Eric Amsler from Heat as assistant GM
Los Angeles adds Eric Amsler, a 22-year Miami Heat front-office veteran, as assistant general manager alongside Rohan Ramadas under Rob Pelinka.
Lakers to Honor Phil Jackson With Statue in 2027
The Lakers will unveil a statue of Phil Jackson outside their arena on 9 April 2027, marking his five championships and 11 seasons as head coach.
Robert Horry: Too Early to Judge New-Look Lakers
The seven-time NBA champion says the Lakers need time on the practice court before their new roster gels into a clear identity.
Lakers Failed to Trade Jarred Vanderbilt This Summer
Lakers tried attaching Vanderbilt to deals for Walker Kessler and Jonathan Kuminga, but rivals balked at his $25.7m contract.
Quentin Grimes Explains His Role With the Lakers
The 26-year-old guard says JJ Redick and the staff outlined a big offensive role and a leadership responsibility defending top opposing scorers.
Bronny James: I Can Be a Shot Creator for Lakers
Bronny James says he can act as an extra playmaker alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves this season, his first without father LeBron as a teammate.
Collin Sexton Explains Why He Chose the Lakers
Lakers newcomer Collin Sexton says the chance to win on a big stage drove his move, after averaging 15.4 points last season for Charlotte and Chicago.