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What LeBron James Opting Into Final Contract Year Means for the Lakers

The superstar maintains flexibility over the coming months while Los Angeles builds a competitive roster aimed at navigating a strong Western Conference.

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Rich Paul Addressed Speculation LeBron James Could Request Trade From Lakers

Rich Paul weighed in on LeBron James's situation in L.A.

Sports Illustrated

Utah Jazz and Jordan Clarkson Agree to Buyout

The Utah Jazz and Jordan Clarkson have officially agreed to a buyout which will make him a free agent once he clears waivers.

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Lakers Add Young Forward From Division Rival on Two-Year Deal

Los Angeles reportedly just got a bit younger.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith Lands With Rockets in Free Agency

The Rockets have been making big moves this offseason.

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ESPN Insider Shares Simple Reason for Why LeBron James Picked Up Lakers' Contract Option

An ESPN insider offered up a simple reason why LeBron James chose to accept his $52.6 million contract option with the Lakers.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers in the Mix to Sign Former No. 1 Pick to Fill Center Void

Los Angeles is searching for a reliable big man.

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ESPN's Brian Windhorst Says Lakers, LeBron James Contract Situation Feels 'Unusual'

Windhorst says Sunday's news caught the rest of the NBA by surprise.

Sports Illustrated

Four Teams Whose Needs Could Define 2025 NBA Free Agency

The Giannis question looms over the Bucks, while the Lakers, Celtics and Knicks have big decisions to make as well.

Sports Illustrated

Will Lebron James Return To The Cavaliers? Clues, Rumours, And What We Know So Far

Is LeBron James returning to the Cavaliers? Rumours swirl as contract moves, family influence, and team dynamics point to a possible homecoming.

International Business Times UK

LeBron James's Agent Has Blunt Message for Lakers After Picking Up Contract Option

LeBron James's decision to avoid free agency came with a warning for the Lakers from Rich Paul.

Sports Illustrated

LeBron James formally opts in for a 23rd season, will make $52.6M in 2025-26, AP source says

LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2025-26, further confirming that he will become the first player in NBA history to play a 23rd season, a person with knowledge of the decision said Sunday

The Independent UK

LeBron James Makes Decision on Contract Option With Lakers for Next Season

LeBron James has made a decision on his player option to play for the Lakers next season, his agent said.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers Expected to Pursue Reunion With NBA Champion Stretch Center

The Los Angeles Lakers could reunite with a former player this free agency.

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Shaquille O'Neal Called Mark Madsen 'The Purest NBA Guy' — Then Got Him A $1,000 Custom Suit And Discounted Truck To Fit In On Rookie Pay

"The purest NBA guy" is how Hall of Fame center Shaquille O'Neal described former Lakers teammate Mark Madsen on Fox Sports' "Fair Game" in 2019.

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Angel Reese Shouts Out Brother for Signing With NBA Team After Draft

Reese's younger brother Julian was signed to an Exhibit-10 contract.

Benzinga

Deal Dispatch: Darden Cools On Bahama Breeze, NBA M&A Heats Up

Bahama Breeze may soon be gone with the wind.

International Business Times UK

Arthur Kaluma Draft Surprise: Undrafted Longhorn Star Joins Lakers as Hidden Gem with NBA-Ready Game

Arthur Kaluma, once a highly-rated recruit and versatile forward, has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on an Exhibit 10 deal after going undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. With strong college stats, defensive versatility, and growing shooting skills, Kaluma could become a valuable piece for the Lakers as he…

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International Business Times UK

The Real Reason Austin Reaves Said No to $89M: Inside His Bold Free Agency Plan

Austin Reaves turned down the Lakers' $89M extension. Discover why he's betting on free agency and what it means for his future in Los Angeles.

Sports Illustrated

NBA Announces Special Cooper Flagg Summer League Debut vs. Bronny James, Lakers

Flagg's debut headlines the opening night of the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League.

The Sports Daily

Austin Reaves Turns Down Lakers’ Max Contract Offer

Los Angeles Lakers starting shooting guard, Austin Reaves, has reportedly turned down a four-year max contract offer from the organization.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers, Bulls Agree to Draft-Day Trade Ahead of Second Round

The Lakers are moving up in the second round.

Sports Illustrated

Austin Reaves Declines Max Contract Extension With Lakers

The Lakers guard reportedly denied a four-year contract extension with Los Angeles earlier this week.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers Owners Release Official Statement on Selling Team to Mark Walter

An official statement from the Buss family before they sell the Lakers at a $10 billion valuation.

Sports Illustrated

Luka Doncic Has Done Two Things to Lose ‘Significant’ Weight This Offseason

Good news for the Lakers.

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