From the Web › ESPN Lakers star Luka Dončić had 42 points and 10 rebounds as Slovenia held off a fourth-quarter surge from Italy to win 84-77 and set up a quarterfinal match... Share •
September 7, 2025 at 11:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers will honor Hall of Fame coach Pat Riley, who coached the team to four NBA titles during the "Showtime" era, with a statue that will be... Share •
August 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN With the 2025-26 NBA schedule dropping, teams made sure to creatively announce their respective games. Share •
August 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Rockets' Kevin Durant will make his return to Phoenix on Nov. 24, while the Mavs' Anthony Davis will return to L.A. to play the Lakers on... Share •
August 14, 2025 at 12:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The opening night of the 2025-26 NBA season will feature the defending champion Thunder hosting the Rockets, and the Warriors visiting the Lakers. Share •
August 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers locked in Luka Doncic. Now what? NBA insiders examine the moves L.A. can and should make to build its next title... Share •
August 6, 2025 at 5:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Doncic attended the concert in Las Vegas with his teammates and members of the Lakers front office, then met members of the band. Share •
August 3, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN After signing a three-year, $165 million extension with the Lakers, Luka Doncic said he is ready to start his pursuit of what so many franchise greats... Share •
August 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The new deal keeps Luka Doncic out of free agency next summer, eliminating his 2026-27 player option in place of a three-year, $165 million maximum... Share •
August 2, 2025 at 9:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN After spending Year 1 working away from the spotlight, James hopes it'll translate into playing time with Los Angeles. Share •
July 29, 2025 at 8:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN An autographed pair of Adidas EQT Top 10 shoes that Kobe Bryant wore in his first Lakers start have sold for $240,000 (including buyer's premium)... Share •
July 27, 2025 at 9:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Marcus Smart, at his introductory news conference with the Lakers on Tuesday, credited Luka Doncic for recruiting him to Los Angeles. Share •
July 22, 2025 at 5:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Lakers acquiring a former Defensive Player of the Year. Share •
July 19, 2025 at 8:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Marcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Wizards and plans to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers after clearing waivers,... Share •
July 19, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN For months, publicly and privately, the Lakers have been signaling their desire to begin the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, even if it meant ending... Share •
July 11, 2025 at 5:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Cooper Flagg made his professional debut Thursday night in the NBA summer league and celebrated an 87-85 win over Bronny James and the Lakers. Share •
July 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN More than seven years after being drafted ahead of Luka Doncic, 2018 No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton was amazed on Tuesday when considering the chance to team up... Share •
July 8, 2025 at 5:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Los Angeles' Statement Edition uniform will feature "LA" on both sides of the shorts for the first time on a core uniform. Share •
July 6, 2025 at 6:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Free agent center Jaxson Hayes has agreed on a one-year deal to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, sources told ESPN. Share •
July 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN From big man depth to the New Orleans Pelicans, here are the early winners and losers of free agency. Share •
July 3, 2025 at 6:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings and extensions, including some early summer winners. Share •
July 2, 2025 at 5:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN While speculation swirls about LeBron James' future, Bronny James is working out with the Lakers' summer league team and was told by his dad "to not worry... Share •
July 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Former No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton, who finalized a buyout with the Blazers on Sunday, will sign a two-year deal with the Lakers, sources told... Share •
July 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Los Angeles' Statement Edition uniform will feature "LA" on both sides of the shorts for the first time on a core uniform. Share •
June 30, 2025 at 6:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Forward Jake LaRavia agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, a move that comes as Dorian... Share •
June 30, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith is declining his $15.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season and will enter free agency, sources told... Share •
June 29, 2025 at 9:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN. James intends to... Share •
June 29, 2025 at 8:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN After a disappointing first-round playoff flameout, here's an early look at the Lakers' top priorities and targets over the next few weeks. Share •
June 28, 2025 at 5:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Businessman Mark Walter's acquisition of the majority ownership stake of the Lakers is expected to close in the third or fourth quarter of this year. Share •
June 25, 2025 at 7:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers have spent decades lagging behind other NBA teams in ways known -- and not. This sale presents a massive opportunity for them to catch up -- and... Share •
June 19, 2025 at 9:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN The Buss family is entering into an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Lakers to Mark Walter, who also owns the Dodgers, for a franchise valuation... Share •
June 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN As he prepares to return for his 23rd NBA season, Lakers superstar LeBron James said his priority is getting his left knee healthy in time for training camp. Share •
June 16, 2025 at 11:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be able to participate in training camp ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season... Share •
June 12, 2025 at 12:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The eldest daughter of the Los Angeles Lakers legend graduated from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. Share •
May 18, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team. Share •
May 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team. Share •
May 8, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN A woman is suing former Lakers player and coach Byron Scott, accusing him of sexually assaulting her in 1987, when he was 26 and she was 15. Share •
May 7, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team. Share •
May 2, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers star LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Timberwolves, a source told... Share •
May 2, 2025 at 11:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN In nearly every way, the Lakers were outclassed by the Wolves. And now, after a disappointingly early exit, their next task is even more important: selling Doncic that... Share •
May 2, 2025 at 8:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Head coach JJ Redick says the Lakers must get into "championship shape" if they're going to contend for an NBA title next season. Share •
May 1, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Timberwolves started trolling the Lakers immediately after their series victory ... and haven't stopped yet. Share •
May 1, 2025 at 9:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Entering the playoffs, more money had been wagered on the Lakers to win the Finals than on any other team at multiple sportsbooks. That money will be staying with the... Share •
May 1, 2025 at 8:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN LeBron James wasn't ready to make any decisions about his future in the moments immediately after his 22nd NBA season ended with the Lakers' first-round playoff... Share •
May 1, 2025 at 12:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN The Timberwolves advanced to the Western Conference semifinals with a 103-96 win over the Lakers that eliminated LeBron James and Luka Doncic from their first postseason... Share •
April 30, 2025 at 10:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN As the Timberwolves look to close out the Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series, coach Chris Finch said his team has been playing with added motivation... Share •
April 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers coach JJ Redick, while admitting that fourth-quarter struggles have been "a trend" for his team as it trails the Timberwolves 3-1 in their first-round playoff... Share •
April 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers star Luka Doncic made a $5,000 donation Tuesday to cover the cost of a vandalized mural depicting Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown L.A. Share •
April 29, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Referees missed the Lakers' Luka Doncic getting fouled with 33 seconds left in Game 4 of their playoff series against the Timberwolves, the NBA said Monday. Share •
April 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Anthony Edwards was able to "keep my foot on the pedal" and take advantage of a gassed Lakers team to the tune of 16 points in the fourth quarter. Share •
April 27, 2025 at 8:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round. Share •
April 25, 2025 at 10:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN These mega-outlets illustrate a growing Lakers connection that should strike fear across the NBA. And they're only going to happen more. Share •
April 25, 2025 at 5:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN A jersey photo-matched to seven games in Kobe Bryant's 1996-97 rookie season for the Lakers sold for $7 million at Sotheby's on Thursday. Share •
April 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers were motivated by a JJ Redick tirade after their lead slipped in the third quarter, closing out a 94-85 win over the Timberwolves to even their first-round... Share •
April 23, 2025 at 4:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been fined $50,000 for directing inappropriate language and making an obscene gesture toward a fan during Game 1 vs. the... Share •
April 22, 2025 at 12:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers coach JJ Redick said his team had the "best practice we've had in months" but bemoaned the lackluster approach that led to a blowout loss in Game 1. Share •
April 21, 2025 at 5:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers acknowledged after Saturday's 117-95 loss in Game 1 that they were wholly unready for the raw, bruising physicality of the Wolves. Share •
April 19, 2025 at 11:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Timberwolves made a franchise playoff-record 21 3-pointers in a 117-95 Game 1 rout of the Lakers in Los Angeles on Saturday night. Share •
April 19, 2025 at 8:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Jack Perkins, the animator behind @purehoop, spent the entire season capturing the Lakers' highs and lows through comic-style illustrations. Share •
April 19, 2025 at 8:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Luka Doncic says he still hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since being traded to the Lakers -- but has heard what the Mavericks GM has said in justifying his reasoning for... Share •
April 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The Lakers have signed Rob Pelinka to a multiyear contract extension and added to his title by naming him president of basketball operations and general... Share •
April 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN For months, the Lakers have confused and angered some the NBA's biggest offensive stars with a defensive scheme no one can quite figure out. It'll be tested again... Share •
April 18, 2025 at 5:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Lakers star Luka Doncic happily reminisced about his game-winning 3 over Wolves center Rudy Gobert in last year's playoffs and said he will welcome the four-time... Share •
April 17, 2025 at 4:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison said he has "no regrets on the trade" that sent franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Instead, Harrison preached... Share •
April 15, 2025 at 10:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Luka Doncic's No. 77 Lakers jersey was the NBA's most popular jersey for the 2024-25 regular season based on NBAStore.com sales. Share •
April 14, 2025 at 11:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN The Thunder finished the season outscoring teams by 12.9 points per game, smashing the previous mark of 12.3 held by the 1971-72 Lakers that had stood for more than a... Share •
April 13, 2025 at 9:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Seeing as he faced them in the playoffs last year, the Los Angeles Lakers plan to rely on Luka Doncic's experiences in playing the Timberwolves, this year's Round 1... Share •
April 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both expressed confidence in the Lakers' title hopes after they clinched the No. 3 seed in the West with Friday night's 140-109 win over... Share •
April 12, 2025 at 12:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN Tracking which teams have clinched for the playoffs with the 2024-25 NBA regular season nearing its conclusion. Share •
April 10, 2025 at 7:50 AM
From the Web › ESPN "Fire Nico!" chants directed at the Mavericks general manager who traded away generational superstar Luka Doncic to the Lakers echoed throughout American Airlines Center... Share •
April 9, 2025 at 10:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN The NBA rescinded the second technical foul Lakers star Luka Doncic received during Tuesday night's loss to the Thunder. Share •
April 9, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Luka Doncic said he was trash talking with a courtside fan in the fourth quarter of the Lakers' loss to the Thunder on Tuesday when an official thought Doncic's ire was... Share •
April 8, 2025 at 10:50 PM
From the Web › ESPN Warriors forward Jimmy Butler briefly left Thursday's 123-116 win over the Lakers due to a left forearm issue before returning in the fourth quarter and said his status... Share •
April 4, 2025 at 12:50 AM