The latest on D’Angelo Russell’s looming player option, plus other Lakers rumors

Sources close to the situation speaking on the condition of anonymity say the Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for D'Angelo Russell to opt out, but would not be at all…

Anthony Irwin

Report: LeBron James ‘desperately’ wants to win at the highest level again

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James reportedly still wants to chase a title in the final seasons of his NBA career. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, as James has…

Peter Dewey

J.J. Redick talked extensively to Anthony Davis about being an offensive ‘hub’ for Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers head coach J.J. Redick revealed his exciting plan for superstar Anthony Davis on the offensive end of the floor in the 2024-25 season. https://twitter.com/SpeakContext/status/1805375052377997336 “Offensively, I think…

Peter Dewey

James Worthy seems to take shot at Bronny James while blaming LeBron or Rob Pelinka for Lakers trading everyone

The Los Angeles Lakers officially introduced JJ Redick as their new head coach on Monday. But just before Los Angeles-based Spectrum SportsNet went on the air for the press conference,…

Zach Stevens

Report: Lakers being linked to Collin Sexton and Landry Shamet

It wouldn't be an NBA offseason without the Los Angeles Lakers being connected to a handful of players via trade, and the buzz is already starting. According to a report,…

Sam Leweck

Report: Anthony Davis is ‘No. 1′ on Knicks’ dream list

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis is on the New York Knicks’ “dream list” to add to their roster, according to Fox Sports’ Craig Carton. https://twitter.com/thecartonshow/status/1805221241986437505 “I know who the…

Peter Dewey

Report: Members of Lakers organization might be split on idea of adding Chris Paul

Golden State Warriors veteran Chris Paul could be a target for the Los Angeles Lakers if the point guard makes it to free agency, but members of the Lakers organization…

Sam Leweck

Did a viral clip on ‘First Take’ help J.J. Redick land the Lakers job?

After several dramatic twists and turns, J.J. Redick eventually wound up as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, with ESPN Radio personality Evan Cohen pointing to an appearance…

Mike Battaglino

Dwight Howard opens up on decision to leave Lakers during prime: ‘My emotions got the best of me’

Dwight Howard did win one NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers, but the well-traveled big man is still lamenting what might have been had he not left L.A. during…

Mike Battaglino

Report: Lakers players lost faith in Darvin Ham for at least 3 different reasons

Players on the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly lost faith in Darvin Ham for at least three different reasons, which may have led to him getting fired as L.A.'s head coach…

Mike Battaglino