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The Los Angeles Lakers have always gotten public backing at the sportsbooks. With LeBron James in the fold, they could see "25 percent more handle."
August 5, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers have a season win total of 48.5 games at the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook. Here are the over/unders for all 30 teams.
August 5, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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The Westgate SuperBook opened betting on NBA season win totals and pegged Los Angeles at 48.5 wins in the rugged Western Conference.
August 5, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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NBA players from around the league came to the defense of LeBron James after President Donald Trump took aim at the intelligence of the Lakers star on Twitter.
August 4, 2018 at 9:50 AM -
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President Donald Trump took a shot at Lakers star LeBron James on Twitter on Friday night, four days after James said in a CNN interview that Trump was "using sports to...
August 3, 2018 at 10:50 PM -
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As the Lakers unveil a new look, here is the evolution of the iconic purple and gold.
August 1, 2018 at 6:50 AM -
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LeBron James and the Lakers will wear a modified version of what the team wore during its 1980s heyday -- the latest evolution in the franchise's storied visual...
July 31, 2018 at 10:50 AM -
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LeBron James thinks people should evaluate his new Lakers teammates for their common love of basketball rather than their questionable reputations.
July 30, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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In his first interview since joining the Lakers, LeBron James discusses joining the famed franchise, helping at-risk students and growing up in Akron.
July 30, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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As LeBron James prepares to complete nearly a decade of work through his foundation, the new Lakers star admitted to feeling some nerves before the opening of the I...
July 29, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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The Lakers are set to unveil a new look soon, so here is the evolution of the iconic purple and gold.
July 27, 2018 at 5:50 AM -
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While meeting with the Lakers during free agency was tempting, Paul George said Thursday that he knew several weeks before the process began on July 1 that he was going...
July 26, 2018 at 9:50 PM -
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While meeting with the Lakers during free agency was tempting, Paul George said Thursday that he knew several weeks before the process began on July 1 that he was going...
July 26, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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Michael Beasley said he doesn't like the idea of people judging the Lakers' additions on their personas or perceived reputations. "I don't want to be a part of that," he...
July 23, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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Michael Beasley has agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Lakers, according to sources, joining a new-look squad in L.A. that features LeBron James, Lance...
July 20, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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Will L.A. add a second star next to LeBron James after the Kawhi Leonard trade? Kevin Pelton looks at the Lakers' options.
July 20, 2018 at 5:50 AM -
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K.J. McDaniels scored a game-high 17 points to lead the Trail Blazers past the Lakers on Tuesday night in a rematch of last year's summer league title game.
July 17, 2018 at 11:50 PM -
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Lakers guard Lonzo Ball tried rest and PRP injections to treat a torn meniscus in his left knee, but Tuesday had arthroscopic surgery. GM Rob Pelinka expects Ball will...
July 17, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers guard Josh Hart, averaging 24.2 points over six games, was named Las Vegas Summer League MVP. He played so well that Lakers president Magic Johnson said he is...
July 17, 2018 at 4:50 PM -
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What kind of impact could the best Lakers and Blazers have when the NBA season begins?
July 17, 2018 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers coach Luke Walton said he is encouraged by the early communication he has had with free-agent acquisition LeBron James following a meeting with the four-time...
July 16, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James, who was in Las Vegas over the weekend to observe the Lakers play a summer league game, will miss USA Basketball's training camp July 25-27.
July 16, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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LeBron James, wearing Lakers shorts and purple shoes, was seated courtside at the Las Vegas Summer League on Sunday as he cheered on his new teammates.
July 15, 2018 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers fans in attendance gave the three-time NBA champion a standing ovation as Los Angeles' new king cheered on his new teammates.
July 15, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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Channing Frye returns to the Cavaliers after the team traded him to the Lakers in February.
July 14, 2018 at 11:50 AM -
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Lakers second-year guard Lonzo Ball will undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair his ailing left knee, the team announced Friday.
July 13, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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President of basketball operations Magic Johnson says the Lakers will lean on LeBron James when contemplating which players to add to the team.
July 13, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka said once LeBron James came aboard, his goal was to build a roster full of versatile players who are tenacious defenders in order to...
July 11, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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The Lakers' summer league squad is finding success in Vegas. Will their play translate to the regular season?
July 10, 2018 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers rookie center Moritz Wagner was ruled out at halftime of Tuesday night's NBA Summer League game after rolling his ankle in the first quarter and returning in the...
July 10, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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Inside the King's decision and how it instantly changed the Lakers, the Cavaliers and the entire NBA.
July 10, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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After years of antagonizing him on the court, Lance Stephenson says it's "actually funny" he and LeBron James are now teammates on the Lakers.
July 10, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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76ers managing partner Josh Harris and coach and interim GM Brett Brown said they felt Philadelphia had a fighter's chance to land LeBron James before he announced that...
July 9, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James has officially joined the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers announced the signing of the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player as a free agent on Monday.
July 9, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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As the fifth head coach of LeBron James' 15-year career, Tyronn Lue will have plenty to share with the sixth, the Lakers' Luke Walton, when they have breakfast together...
July 8, 2018 at 8:50 PM -
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Kevin Pelton provides team-by-team analysis of every major and minor deal. Who improved? And what is still to come?
July 8, 2018 at 6:50 AM -
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Cavs GM Koby Altman spoke candidly about LeBron James' decision to join the Lakers, saying there was "a level of hurt" at first but that he also felt "extremely...
July 6, 2018 at 8:50 PM -
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A bunch of fans walked away with the very first LeBron James No. 23 Lakers jerseys on Friday afternoon, after employees in the NBA Store in Manhattan mistakenly put them...
July 6, 2018 at 5:50 PM -
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With the Lakers in win-now mode thanks to the addition of LeBron James, Rajon Rondo says he is "not so much caught up in the starting [job]" and is eager to help...
July 6, 2018 at 5:50 PM -
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Will the Lakers or another team step up and make a deal for Kawhi Leonard? Zach Lowe breaks down the Kawhi conundrum.
July 5, 2018 at 12:50 PM -
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The unexpected signings that went down after the LeBron deal are part of Magic Johnson's plan to support his new superstar and his changing game.
July 5, 2018 at 6:50 AM -
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Owners of the racehorse Gronkowski acquired a 2-year-old colt in May and named him LeBron J after the new Los Angeles Lakers star.
July 3, 2018 at 9:50 AM -
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Free-agent center Julius Randle, fresh off a career season with the Lakers, agreed to a two-year, $18 million deal to join the New Orleans Pelicans, league sources tell...
July 2, 2018 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers legend Kobe Bryant personally welcomed LeBron James to the Lakers family shortly after James committed to the storied franchise on Sunday, telling ESPN's Stephen...
July 2, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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The Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $9 million deal with point guard Rajon Rondo and renounced the rights to Julius Randle, who now has a two-year agreement with the...
July 2, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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Cleveland is set to remove the giant LeBron James banner hanging downtown following the superstar's announcement that he is signing with the Lakers.
July 2, 2018 at 10:50 AM -
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Preorders for LeBron Lakers jerseys gave Fanatics one of its biggest NBA sales days.
July 2, 2018 at 8:50 AM -
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Free-agent swingman Lance Stephenson and center JaVale McGee have agreed to join up with LeBron James to try to pursue a championship with the Lakers, sources tell...
July 1, 2018 at 8:50 PM -
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Our experts answer the big questions about LeBron James, the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard and what the King's move means for the NBA.
July 1, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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For the third time in his career, LeBron James is changing teams. Here's everything you need to know about his decision to join the Lakers.
July 1, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James' decision to join the Los Angeles Lakers started a discussion that took over Sunday night.
July 1, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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L.A. has landed LeBron James. What moves must the Lakers make to win it all?
July 1, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers ticket prices on the secondary market soared in the wake of LeBron James' joining the franchise, with one person paying $188,781 on StubHub for four season...
July 1, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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The Lakers, with the addition of LeBron James, are suddenly top-tier contenders to win next season's NBA championship, according to Las Vegas sportsbooks.
July 1, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James will become the latest NBA legend to play for the Los Angeles Lakers.
July 1, 2018 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James has agreed to a four-year, $154 million deal with the Lakers, Klutch Sports Group announced on Sunday.
July 1, 2018 at 5:50 PM -
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The Lakers signed 25th overall pick Moritz Wagner on Sunday, meaning he cannot be included in any trade for 30 days as the Lakers continue to monitor the Kawhi Leonard...
July 1, 2018 at 2:50 PM -
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Paul George looked destined for the Lakers a year ago. Now he's a core member of a new Thunder legacy.
June 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM -
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Four-time All-Star DeMarcus Cousins could meet with the Pelicans and Lakers on Sunday after receiving phone calls from both teams on the first day of NBA free agency, a...
June 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM -
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Lonzo Ball has a torn meniscus in his left knee but the Lakers point guard is expected to be ready for the start of the season, sources said.
June 29, 2018 at 9:50 PM -
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Get ready for a crazy month in the NBA. Zach Lowe previews what to watch in L.A., OKC, Boston, San Antonio and the rest of the league.
June 29, 2018 at 3:50 PM -
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The Spurs are engaged with several teams in trade talks regarding All-NBA forward Kawhi Leonard, including the Lakers and Celtics, league sources told ESPN.
June 28, 2018 at 10:50 AM -
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The Lakers had success stories from all fields speak to their young roster, hoping to build a culture that would appeal to superstar free agents.
June 28, 2018 at 5:50 AM -
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The Lakers reopened talks with the Spurs on Kawhi Leonard. The Lakers envision a trade in which San Antonio would get something similar to what the Cavs received for...
June 27, 2018 at 8:50 PM -
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The Lakers reopened talks with the Spurs on Kawhi Leonard. The Lakers envision a trade in which San Antonio would get something similar to what the Cavs got for Kyrie...
June 27, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers have extended a $5.6 million qualifying offer to forward Julius Randle, making him a restricted free agent.
June 27, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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What's the key to creating a new superteam in L.A.? Kevin Pelton explains how the team and the superstars might get it done.
June 27, 2018 at 9:50 AM -
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The Lakers are racing to acquire Kawhi Leonard in a trade with the Spurs before LeBron James makes a decision about his future, sources told ESPN.
June 27, 2018 at 9:50 AM -
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Lakers president Magic Johnson says he'll "step down" if he is unable to lure a prized free agent to Los Angeles by the end of next summer.
June 26, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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Who are the biggest teams and players to watch when free agency hits? Our NBA Insiders answer the big questions about LeBron, Paul George, the Lakers and more.
June 26, 2018 at 6:50 AM -
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As a pivotal free-agency period nears, Lakers owner Jeanie Buss said she has confidence in the Lakers' rebuild. The Lakers are hoping to add two max contract stars to a...
June 25, 2018 at 9:50 PM -
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Kevin Pelton answers questions on the Lakers, All-Star moves and European prospects.
June 25, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma said he and Lonzo Ball are "all good" and that the media doesn't understand the way they roast each other on social media. The Lakers were...
June 25, 2018 at 7:50 PM -
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As free agency approaches, one Lakers fan has decided to do his part in trying to woo Paul George and LeBron James to the Lakers by paying for over 40 billboards around...
June 25, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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The Lakers officially informed LiAngelo Ball he will not be on their summer league team, sources close to the situation told ESPN. Ball went undrafted Thursday...
June 22, 2018 at 10:50 AM -
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GM Rob Pelinka says he knows other teams will not be eager to help the Lakers as they target multiple superstars in the upcoming NBA free agency.
June 21, 2018 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers hope they found another late-round gem in No. 25 pick Moritz Wagner, a 6-foot-11 forward who helped lead Michigan to the national title game last...
June 21, 2018 at 8:50 PM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers contacted the San Antonio Spurs regarding Kawhi Leonard but were immediately rebuffed on the matter, sources tell ESPN.
June 21, 2018 at 1:50 PM -
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Lakers co-owner Jeanie Buss and team president Magic Johnson held a meeting warning employees about tampering ahead of the free-agency period.
June 20, 2018 at 5:50 PM -
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After seven seasons in San Antonio, forward Kawhi Leonard says he wants to leave the club, sources told ESPN. Leonard has Los Angeles -- preferably the Lakers -- as a...
June 15, 2018 at 10:50 AM