Could there be a different jersey in LeBron's future?
Billy Heyen
Lebron has been thinking about Luka's future in Los Angeles.
Drew Bishop
The Los Angeles Lakers are poised for a big move after a disappointing first round playoff exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Ryan White
According to an NBA analyst, the Los Angeles Lakers must move on from their 6-foot-5 breakout star this summer.
Caleb Hightower
The Lakers made a major LeBron James announcement.
Rachit Bhadoria
The Los Angeles Lakers superstar could be on the move this summer.
Dean Simon
That's a new development.
Matthew Wadleigh
He might've spoiled it.
The Los Angeles Lakers will look to bring back an important forward piece this offseason.
After a promising regular season, the Lakers were quickly outmatched by the Timberwolves in the first round.
Avery Torff
Luka Dončić has options regarding next steps on a long-term extension
Charlie Baduini
On Friday, Los Angeles Lakers fans learned more about the franchise's 6-foot-6 star's potential offseason plans.
Could another early playoff mean the end of the Lakers chapter for LeBron?
Alex Murray
L.A.'s season was a disappointment, and they've made the call on Redick's future.
Luka Doncic already showed he fits well with the Dallas Mavericks big.
Jon Conahan
Two respected NBA insiders delivered intriguing news regarding the future of the Los Angeles Lakers' standout forward.
The Los Angeles Lakers star wants what he wants.
The son of the Los Angeles Lakers' superstar forward revealed his thoughts on the possibility of his role model leaving the NBA.
A well-known media personality has a compelling blockbuster offseason deal in mind for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Insider reveals reason why Lakers' LeBron James will return to the NBA next season.
Apratim Banerjee
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer claims that the Los Angeles Lakers must move on from his former rival to compete for championships.
Caleb Gebrewold
Luka Doncic speaks on potential offseason decision with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Los Angeles Lakers' first-year head coach made an interesting statement after getting eliminated in the postseason.
The Los Angeles Lakers' superstar forward made an intelligent decision during his latest postgame press conference.
Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins claims that a Los Angeles Lakers' superstar has the worst defense in modern basketball.
The Los Angeles Lakers superstar was the subject of a recent advertisement for the Minnesota Timberwolves guard.
JJ Redick’s rookie coaching season ended with criticism, questionable decisions, and a first-round exit. The Los Angeles Lakers’ problems ran deep—and the pressure is just beginning.
NBA insider Shams Charania provides an update on a Los Angeles Lakers' superstar's future following a shocking first-round exit.
The Los Angeles Lakers could pull off a blockbuster offseason trade with the Boston Celtics.
Is it the end of the road for LeBron James?
The Los Angeles Lakers may add a talented big man via trade from the Dallas Mavericks this offseason.
The Los Angeles Lakers may land an awe-inspiring Utah Jazz center during the 2025 free-agency period.
The Los Angeles Lakers might land a multi-dimensional Memphis Grizzlies big man this summer.
LeBron James could be waiting for his other son to get to the NBA.
Stephen A. Smith explained on First Take how the Lakers were eliminated in five games by the Timberwolves
Vanessa Bryant marked what would have been Gianna’s 19th birthday with a moving message of love and remembrance.
Jennifer Torres
The Los Angeles Lakers might make a risky deal during the 2025 offseason.
Could we be seeing a passing of the torch between LeBron James and Anthony Edwards?
The Lakers' coach has to find some answers.
Ivan White
The Los Angeles Lakers need to keep the superstar in town.
Now that his Lakers are out, all eyes focus to the NBA future of LeBron James in L.A.
The Los Angeles Lakers may add a solid scoring option for a potential title run next season.
The Los Angeles Lakers may surprisingly consider cutting ties with their star guard in free agency.
A reunion could be in store.
This would be much-needed.
The Los Angeles Lakers may ship their skilled guard to an Eastern Conference franchise this summer.
In L.A.'s Game 5 loss to Minnesota, LeBron James was the tallest Laker to play more than five minutes.
Gilbert McGregor
Almost Lakers center and current Hornets center Mark Williams had something to say after Los Angeles was eliminated in the first round.
Interesting idea.
LeBron James wants the Los Angeles Lakers to add a center this offseason.
The Los Angeles Lakers could complete an unexpected guard swap in free agency.
This would be huge.
After the Lakers were eliminated, Charles Barkley echoed some of the same concerns the Mavericks reportedly had about Luka Doncic.
Dan Treacy
The Los Angeles Lakers could shore up their frontcourt by landing a standout Charlotte Hornets big man this summer.
The Los Angeles Lakers could make an unexpected trade during the upcoming offseason.
The nixed trade deadline deal between the Lakers and Hornets returned to haunt Los Angeles one final time in the 2024-25 season.
The Sporting News takes a look at the career stats and accolades of James and Jordan to find an answer to one of sports' age-old debates.
Here is what can be taken from what the Lakers superstar has said about his future in the NBA.
LeBron had plenty to discuss following Los Angeles’ Game 5 loss to Minnesota on Wednesday night.
David Suggs
Minnesota completed a series win over Los Angeles on Wednesday night, using a huge game from its center and some clutch buckets to send the Lakers home in the first round.
Daniel Mader
LeBron simply isn't sure.
Out of nowhere.
Perfect.
Well, that explains it.
What's next for Bronny?
Maybe Nico had a point.
That was a weird ending.
This was a goofy way for it all to end.
We explain Luka Doncic's contract situation with the Lakers.
Teddy Ricketson
What exactly went wrong for Los Angeles in its playoff loss? Here are a few of the biggest factors that led to the Lakers' playoff shortcomings in 2025.
J.J. Redick didn't get this one right.
Here's what's next for the Lakers and the steps they can take toward building a title contender for the upcoming season.
It was an up-and-down first season in Los Angeles for the first-time coach, but there was more up than down.
Stephen Noh
Could you see Marcus Smart in Lakers purple and gold?
The Timberwolves center quieted a lot of doubters on Wednesday night.
Daniel Chavkin
What in the world?
The Lakers star landed awkwardly after a hard foul late in the second quarter.
Former NBA player leaves out LeBron James and Luka Doncic off key list.
Los Angeles' head coach was heated before Game 5 vs. the Timberwolves after drawing criticism for his lineup decisions in Game 4.
The Los Angeles Lakers' newly acquired phenom might ditch the organization in the foreseeable future.
The Los Angeles Lakers could acquire a game-changing 6-foot-11 forward in free agency.
The Los Angeles Lakers might land a Sacramento Kings mid-range specialist this summer.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver hints that the NBA All-Star Game could switch to a USA vs. World format next season.
Check out the Sporting News' betting preview for Lakers vs. Wolves on Wednesday, including odds, final score prediction and top player props for a Game 5 that Los Angeles must win to stay alive.
Sloan Piva
Here is a look back at how LeBron James has done when facing a playoff deficit.
A Los Angeles Lakers forward is listed as questionable to make his team debut in Game 5 on Wednesday.
Former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer believes Giannis Antetokounmpo should join Luka Doncic on the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Lakers need some help inside.
The mural in downtown Los Angeles depicting Bryant and his daughter was graffitied over.
Colin Capece
The Lakers star isn't worried.
NBA insider Zach Lowe calls out Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic for his lack of defensive effort against the Minnesota Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers have a clear need at center and they could target a reunion with a former player next season.
Former NBA champion chimes in on the Luka Doncic vs Anthony Edwards debate
Kendrick Perkins claims that a talented guard is a better player than Luka Doncic and will become an NBA champion first.
Life comes at you fast when you play for the Los Angeles Lakers.
JJ Redick avoided substitutions like a plague in Los Angeles' Game 4 loss to Minnesota on Sunday.
The Lakers made an unusual lineup decision coming out of halftime.
The Lakers coach was unhappy with a late no-call.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic didn't exactly impress fans in Game 4.
Kade Kimble
Tough loss for Los Angeles.
Here's how the Lakers plan to honor a franchise legend throughout 2024-25.
The Lakers trail the series 2-1.
Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Lakers vs. Timberwolves in the 2025 NBA Tournament.
Ishika Dadhwal
From the half-sleeve on his left forearm to the back tattoos that are sometimes visible under his jersey, Doncic's tattoos certainly stand out. Here's what you need to know about the superstar's ink.
Los Angeles may not be done acquiring superstars on the trade market in 2025.
Kobe Bryant's Lakers jersey sells for a record-breaking price at auction.
A piece of NBA history just made history as Kobe Bryant’s rookie jersey just sold for a record $7 million, proving the Black Mamba’s legacy is as strong as ever.
Check out the Sporting News' betting preview for Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3, including odds, final score prediction and top player props.
Medical expert clears up the air on Luka Doncic having a bleeding knee.
The Lakers forward will need to be cautious moving forward.
Luka Doncic speaks about his and LeBron James' roles in the Lakers-Timberwolves series.
Not every star has to be on the court.
The Lakers haven't been convincing to begin the playoffs.
A JJ Redick tirade in the third quarter sparked a Lakers run in Game 2.
Luka Doncic one-upped 'The Black Mamba' two months into his Lakers tenure.
Lawrence Fernandez
Redick was heated during the third quarter of Game 2 of Lakers-Timberwolves.
Here are the latest injury updates for Lakers forward Rui Hachimura.
This was very weird.
The Los Angeles star had another strong start to a playoff game.
This would be a big upgrade for the Lakers.
JJ Redick explained the adjustment that he thinks will change his team's fate after getting blown out in Game 1.
The Lakers and Timberwolves will quarrel in Los Angeles on Tuesday night, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic hoping to lead LA to a bounce-back victory. The Sporting News breaks down the odds and dishes out its best bets and final score prediction for this Western Conference clash.
Austin Reaves was blunt as could be regarding his Game 1 performance.
Playoff Jimmy? He's alive and well with Golden State.
What did Gates say? Here is more on the criticisms from Gates and what James said in response.
Royal Kingdom pokes fun at one of LeBron James' most frequent criticisms.
The pair of All-Stars have had their share of heated moments in the past. Here's what to know about the history between Doncic and Gobert.
LeBron James and the Lakers dropped Game 1 to the Timberwolves at home on Saturday night, but history shows they are far from dead.
An unstoppable force met an immovable object partway through the third quarter of the Lakers' match with the Timberwolves.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed no nerves early in his first playoff game with his new team.
The Lakers superstar can score from anywhere.
Here is a complete guide to listening to the radio broadcast for every Lakers playoff game in 2025.
Chirag Radhyan
The rookie guard is entering his first NBA playoffs this weekend.
Still cannot believe this is real
Joe Krasnowski
Mavericks players were in a state of shock, leading them to say those words.
Luka Doncic hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since he was dealt from Dallas to Los Angeles back in February.
Luckily, the five-time All-Star did not break a bone that could have led to injury.
Here's more on Pelinka's contract and his savvy moves in 2024-25.
The Lakers' general manager isn't going anywhere.
The two NBA All-Stars believe the Lakers combo guard is worthy of individual recognition.
Windy is way ahead of the game.
Breaking down the Lakers' first-round series against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.
Could it be the so-called 'others' that sink the Lakers against the T-Wolves?
Here's everything to know about tickets to see the Lakers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, including prices, the full bracket and all the scheduled games in Los Angeles.
Daniel Yanofsky
Luka Doncic is ready to make some noise in the playoffs.
The rookie is helping his team prepare for the playoffs.
Lebron will fall in the face of the best team in the NBA this season.
The Lakers have plenty of star power, but they aren't the only team with superstars.
Everyone's favorite showdown is primed to occur again in the 2025 NBA playoffs.
This is quite the concept.
Here's why Lakers head coach JJ Redick gave Bronny James an 'A+' for his rookie season.
The Lakers could end up anywhere from a No. 3 seed to a No. 8 seed.
Morgan Moriarty
The Lakers rookie is set for a big day.
The Lakers are ready for the playoffs.
The analyst adds fuel to the fire by belittling LeBron James' monumental achievement.
One of the NBA's all-time legends had something to say about James' professionalism on Friday night.
The Los Angeles Lakers could look to trade Rui Hachimura for the quality starting center they so desperately need.
DJ Foster
Lakers fans can get excited about the future of the Luka era in L.A.
The Lakers' new star left an image that Dallas won't soon forget.
Luka Doncic got emotional in his long-awaited return to Dallas on Wednesday.
The opponents that the Lakers should and should not want to face, along with how likely each one is as a first round matchup.
After posting 45 points against his former Mavericks team, Doncic opened up about what it was like being in Dallas as an opponent.
After recently returning from an injury, Davis took on his former Lakers squad in a Mavericks uniform for the first time on Wednesday. Here's how he performed.
Doncic returned to American Airlines Center as an opponent for the first time in his NBA career on Wednesday. Here's how Doncic fared against his former Mavericks team.
Luka Doncic was overcome with emotion in his return to Dallas, but the night ended with the newest Lakers star coming out on top and helping his team clinch a playoff spot.
Another record for the King.
The star guard was back in Dallas for the first time as an opponent on Wednesday, and he turned emotional as the Mavericks played a video reflecting on his tenure.
Prior to Luka Doncic's return to Dallas, his camper rejected the Mavericks' ideas prior to game.
Zachary Rainey
In a LeBron James debate, Brian Windhorst made a bold claim about Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic.
This legendary former Los Angeles Laker gives a three-word message about a possible matchup against a Western Conference rival.
However well-intentioned, the shirts are being met with backlash from across the NBA world.
If only this could have been avoided...
LeBron James sends a message before Luka Doncic's first time returning to Dallas since the trade.
Luka Doncic and the Lakers play the Mavericks on April 9, with Doncic returning to Dallas for the first time since he was traded for Anthony Davis. Here's how you can score the best and most affordable tickets to this marquee matchup.
This ESPN analyst explains why Luka Doncic has become "impossible to watch."
The Lakers have the right to be frustrated after Luka Doncic was recently ejected.
The Lakers star is racking up technical fouls.
The Lakers don't think their star's ejection was a professional matter.
The Lakers star reached another milestone.
Luka Doncic is preparing for a massive homecoming.
Here's more on Doncic's ejection and what members of the Lakers are saying in the aftermath.
The Lakers and Mavs square off on Wednesday night, marking Luka Doncic's first time back in Dallas since being traded to LA. The Sporting News breaks down the odds and dishes out its best bets and final score prediction.
Here's a look back at some of the not-so-subtle things Dallas has done to try to move past Doncic's time with the franchise.
Brutal miss in a big moment.
The Lakers could be Nikola Jokic's preferred destination if he demands a trade from the Denver Nuggets.
Examining the chances and what it would take for the Los Angeles Lakers to pursue a Nikola Jokic trade.
Quite the comparison
Lakers fans are already dreaming after Denver's shocking decision to dismiss Mike Malone.
The Lakers can begin to look ahead to the postseason.
Austin Reaves continues to turn heads for the Lakers.
The Mavericks trading Luka Doncic was shocking, but so was the Lakers keeping their young star.
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick provides insight into the second game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Los Angeles Lakers could trade for this center in the upcoming offseason.
In a First Take segment, ESPN brought up LeBron James when speaking on Alex Ovechkin's record.
This has to be one of the greatest streaks in sports.
After a win over Oklahoma City, Luka Doncic reveals what allows the Los Angeles Lakers to play great basketball.
A former NBA player throws shade at Luka Doncic, delivering an "easy" verdict.
After the Lakers' statement win, one of ESPN's loudest personalities didn't hold back.
What a weird statistical quirk.
This one was hard to believe at first.
