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If everyone thought the Lakers were behind this, that was giving them too much credit. They were actually just along for the ride.
June 16, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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NBA fans shared their thoughts on the Lakers and Pelicans potential starting lineup for next season.
June 15, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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But for many fans, trading three pieces of what was commonly called "the young core" of the team will extinguish a hopeful sentiment that flickered during some of the...
June 15, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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The Lakers get their man and maybe more, and they keep Kyle Kuzma. Now we await Kawhi Leonard's decision to join or not join the Clippers.
June 15, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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The biggest winner Saturday? Let's just say that Rich Paul is living proof that agents are not affected by the Sports Illustrated cover jinx.
June 15, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Hall of Famer and former team president, who abruptly quit on the last day of the season, had something more to say.
June 15, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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He's only 26 and he's already a six-time All-Star -- here's an in-depth look at whom the Lakers have agreed to acquire in an effort to turn their franchise...
June 15, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Lonzo Ball, Brandon, Ingram, Josh Hart and three first-round picks are headed to the New Orleans Pelicans for the talented big man.
June 15, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Likely sidelined for all of next season, Durant will still draw the same interest from the same teams in free agency, while Toronto's chances of retaining Leonard likely...
June 14, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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While he denies charges of conflict of interest, of team meddling and other issues that have arisen, he's not shy about his interest in uniting two of his star clients...
June 14, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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In their pursuit of the Pelicans big man, the Lakers reportedly have offered Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram and their No. 4 draft pick in a deal that might involve three or...
June 12, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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As expected, the demands are high: an All-Star-level player, a prospect with All-Star potential and two first-round draft picks
June 10, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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There are more teams than just the Lakers and Celtics in the Anthony Davis equation.
June 6, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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The Lakers should be represented when USA Basketball camp convenes in early August to prepare for the FIBA World Cup. It won't be LeBron James.
June 5, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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Hollins' experience includes head coaching stints with the Memphis Grizzlies and Brooklyn Nets, including some of the most successful seasons in Grizzlies...
June 4, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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An all-around standout at Texas Tech, the 20-year-old shooting guard expressed optimism about the Lakers' future.
June 1, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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If there's a silver lining for Lakers fans, it's that the heat in the press is exposing some of their biggest flaws, and that might force Jeanie Buss to bring about...
May 31, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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As the Lakers allow their brand to be tarnished, here are some tips to restore the luster
May 31, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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They'll open the preseason Oct. 5 as the Golden State Warriors' first guests at Chase Center in San Francisco, before heading to China to face the Brooklyn Nets in...
May 30, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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Today's Purple & Bold newsletter takes a look at the message the Lakers are sending.
May 28, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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NBA fans remember what they were doing when Horry made the 3-pointer in Game 4 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals.
May 26, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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The Lakers owner has created a power vacuum in which she consults with too many and won't hire or give authority to one respected executive who can get the franchise...
May 24, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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Despite playing just 55 games, James is a third-teamer for the first time, breaking a streak of 11 consecutive first-team appearances.
May 23, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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While Rob Pelinka is ultimately accountable for the Lakers' basketball decisions, it's clear there are other voices who will play a strong role in how he and Jeanie Buss...
May 21, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Magic Johnson's rant about the Lakers on Monday morning on ESPN may have been self-serving ... but it wasn't wrong
May 21, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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As Magic Johnson's latest words were echoing, Vogel was officially introduced as the Lakers' newest head coach.
May 20, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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A critical summer for the Lakers could turn on what free agents think of the organization, and Pelinka did his best to try to put a good face on things hours after Magic...
May 20, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Pelinka is the first to answer questions about front office since Magic's surprise resignation
May 20, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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Magic Johnson made the introductory press conference difficult, but Vogel focused on his optimism and plan for winning.
May 20, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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Live updates from the Los Angeles Lakers press conference introducing new head coach Frank Vogel at 11 a.m. Monday May 20.
May 20, 2019 at 10:50 AM -
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On First Take, Magic Johnson gets specific about the problems he had with Lakers
May 20, 2019 at 9:50 AM -
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Jumping seven places in the lottery proved it's better to be lucky than smart, but it remains to be seen if the Lakers will even attempt to re-engage the Pelicans on a...
May 17, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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The Lakers will keep their power structure as it's been operating since April 9, with General Manager Rob Pelinka as the chief basketball decision-maker. He'll report...
May 17, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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After moving up seven spots in the draft lottery, the Lakers have better options if they choose not to trade their pick for the June 20 draft in Brooklyn.
May 15, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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Entering the draft lottery in Chicago with just the 11th-best odds at a top-four pick, the ping pong balls favored the Lakers, vaulting them to the fourth overall pick...
May 14, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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The team officially announced late Monday afternoon what had been known for two days – it has hired Vogel to be the 27th head coach in franchise history. He will...
May 13, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Moving up in this year's draft would help the franchise regain some sense of optimism after a steady stream of disappointment. A top pick would be a chance to add...
May 13, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Are new coach Frank Vogel and assistant Jason Kidd really the answer to all that ails the Lakers? A close look at how the Lakers arrived at these hiring...
May 12, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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The Lakers' desire to add Jason Kidd to the coaching staff was one of several factors that pushed Ty Lue away.
May 11, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Former Pacers and Magic head coach will replace Luke Walton after the Lakers' efforts to hire Tyronn Lue fizzled.
May 11, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Known for his teams' defense, Vogel has been head coach of the Indiana Pacers and the Orlando Magic.
May 11, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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There is an authentic sentiment of frustration that is far more widespread than the small showing Friday afternoon outside Staples Center, a genuine concern that the...
May 10, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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In his first week coaching the Sparks, the former Lakers guard has his team thinking defense – and championship.
May 10, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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The succession struggles being played out publicly among the Buss family and their confidants is precisely what the former Lakers owner hoped would never...
May 10, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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After negotiations fell apart with Tyronn Lue, the Lakers' misinterpretation of leverage has left them not starting completely from the bottom in their search for a new...
May 9, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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The current Spurs assistant has skills and a resume that makes her worth considering.
May 9, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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The Lakers gave up on both the most successful coach in their search as well as the one who knows LeBron James the most intimately. The common theme among the latest...
May 8, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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The Lakers coaching search starts over. With so many voices in the room all piping up at once, can they ever get it right?
May 8, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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The resulting breakdown has reportedly ended talks between Lue and the Lakers – just days after speculation that Lue's hiring was simply a matter of time.
May 8, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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The Lakers, who finished 37-45 this season, currently have the 11th-best odds, giving them a 9.4 percent chance at a top-four pick and a 2 percent chance at landing the...
May 7, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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The four-time league MVP's first public comments since Johnson's sudden departure from the Lakers' front office were filmed for "The Shop" nearly a month ago, two days...
May 6, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Preparing to commit the salary-cap space they spent years accumulating to a player or two, this is both teams' best window to become true contenders. Of course, there's...
May 3, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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With Williams off the market, former Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Ty Lue remains a strong candidate for the Lakers' job.
May 3, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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Lue, who coached the LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers to the 2016 NBA title, would become the Lakers' sixth head coach.
May 3, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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Considered one of the frontrunners for Lakers job, Williams chooses Phoenix
May 3, 2019 at 10:50 AM -
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The NBA offseason as arrived in L.A., with the Clippers building respect and the Lakers mired in uncertainty.
April 27, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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Team representatives traveled to Philadelphia on Thursday for a second interview with 76ers assistant Monty Williams, according to a report. The Lakers have also had two...
April 25, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Former Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks coach is the fourth candidate to be linked to the Lakers' vacant head coaching position.
April 23, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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The Lakers, who have already interviewed 76ers assistant Monty Williams, plan to have follow-up interviews with both candidates that would include the owner. The team...
April 19, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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The Lakers attempted fewer 3-pointers than their opponents in 51 of 82 games and shot so poorly when they did manufacture "open" looks that opposing defenses could...
April 19, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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The rumor was back in circulation Friday: Riley to the Lakers as the head of basketball operations. It might or might not happen, but at least it filled time on...
April 19, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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The Lakers have been silent since Magic Johnson bailed, but Jeanie Buss is still thinking in-house even though Bryant has said he's not interested.
April 19, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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As urgency is building for the Lakers' search because of head-coaching openings elsewhere in the NBA, the team has received permission to talk to Williams and...
April 14, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Rather than follow the Lakers' star system, let's embrace the Clippers bottom-up approach, a commitment to patient team-building.
April 13, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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Here are some of the key moments from a Lakers' season that fell short of ambitions and has rocked the leadership of the franchise.
April 13, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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One day after mutually parting ways with the Lakers, Walton replaces Dave Joerger, who was fired Thursday after leading Sacramento to its best season since...
April 13, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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It's an all-too-familiar question for a franchise that has lacked stability since its last championship in 2010. The team is looking for its sixth coach since that...
April 12, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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After three seasons, the organization decided to part ways from coach Luke Walton Friday.
April 12, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Kerr has a lot of words of support for his former assistant.
April 12, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
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Lakers and the third-year coach mutually agree to part ways just three days after Magic Johnson stepped down as team president
April 12, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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Six years of rebuilding are riding on this summer when they hoped to add an elite player, when Johnson's charisma would have outweighed all he didn't do
April 12, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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Ball says the birth of his daughter, Zoey, last year has played a role in him seeking more independence from his father, LaVar. But he specified that he still thinks his...
April 11, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Quotes from every Lakers exit interview on Wednesday.
April 11, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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Less than a month removed from thoracic outlet decompression surgery that ended his season, Ingram spoke to reporters Wednesday morning, the first time since the blood...
April 10, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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Jeanie Buss, Rob Pelinka, Luke Walton and LeBron James did not address the media during Wednesday's exit interviews, and the organization had no concrete plans to have...
April 10, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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Nunez, who had been with the organization for 10 years and in the top training job since 2016, is let go after a season in which the Lakers were decimated by injuries to...
April 10, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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Kyle Goon, SCNG's Lakers reporter, joins Gunther and Anderson to talk about Magic's resignation and the state of Laker nation on ESPN700 radio in Utah.
April 10, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
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The Lakers talk about the abrupt resignation of Magic Johnson, and how injuries ravaged their season during exit interviews at the Lakers practice facility. Video by...
April 10, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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The Lakers nurse a fourth-quarter lead, but Maurice Harkless hits a corner 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Blazers a 104-101 win. The Lakers fall one possession...
April 10, 2019 at 1:50 AM -
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It was a wild development for many of the players and staff, who also have been considering their futures with the organization, to learn of just before the team had to...
April 10, 2019 at 12:50 AM