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Nov 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, right, talks with Leroy Sims, director of player performance & health, prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers wasted no time in signing undrafted free agents after the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Draft.

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The Los Angeles Lakers wasted no time in signing undrafted free agents after the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Sep 25, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, left, speaks during a press conference to preview the 2025-26 season at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers didn't use their second-round pick, but they wasted little time adding a prospect who clearly caught their attention.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver during the 2026 NBA draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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After trading up for Cameron Carr in the first round, the Los Angeles Lakers now has another chance to target a young player late in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Jan 6, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward/guard Luka Doncic (77) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly expressed interest in a promising young center, but a new report suggests the New Orleans Pelicans have little interest in making a deal.

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Austin Reaves is getting max money, and now, LeBron James returning to the Los Angeles Lakers looks complicated, with a surprise Cleveland Cavaliers trade idea making the rounds

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Cameron Carr barely had time to celebrate getting drafted before learning the New York Knicks had already moved him to the Los Angeles Lakers.

May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) moves the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the first half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers have secured the long-term future for Austin Reaves, who has achieved something no other player has in league history.

Feb 10, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard Cameron Carr (43) drives to the basket for a layup past BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) during the second half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers pivot from taking a frontcourt player to a talented young guard that might fill the role of being a solid 3-and-D player.

Mar 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) celebrates his three-point basket in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Despite the Milwaukee Bucks landing Kel’el Ware in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the Los Angeles Lakers may still have a realistic path to acquiring the promising young center.

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) reacts on the court after a three-point basket by guard Marcus Smart (36) in the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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As the Los Angeles Lakers search for roster upgrades, a new report hints one veteran may already have an edge over the other.

Nov 15, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers have been floated as a possible beneficiary of a Giannis trade, but a new insider update suggests that scenario may be unlikely.

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The Los Angeles Lakers are in a tough spot, and LeBron James has reportedly given them nothing to work with as NBA free agency approaches

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka watches during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring multiple frontcourt options as they search for the rim protector and lob threat Luka Doncic wants.

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The Detroit Pistons might have drawn a firm line on their breakout big man, leaving the Los Angeles Lakers scrambling for other center options.

Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives around Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers might be exploring options on the trade market ahead of the start of NBA free agency.

Oct 16, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) smiles after making a great play during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

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Walker Kessler attempts to quiet speculation about his future with the Utah Jazz, as the Los Angeles Lakers continue to monitor the situation ahead of NBA free agency.

Jan 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks back during the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Another intriguing trade option has surfaced for the Los Angeles Lakers, which would definitely get the approval of Luka Doncic.

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Luka Doncic shares his plans for what his NBA offseason will actually look like, and one part is turning heads.

Mar 3, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) posts up against Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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According to a new report, the Los Angeles Lakers have already done extensive work on several restricted free agents, but pursuing them could come with significant risks.

Apr 24, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) shoots the ball during the second half against the Houston Rockets during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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After a career-best season in Los Angeles, a new report suggests Rui Hachimura may be one of the biggest question marks facing the Lakers this offseason.

Jan 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Former Los Angeles Laker Michael Cooper speaks during his jersey retirement at halftime between the Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers legend also weighed in on Austin Reaves’ future, Luka Doncic’s supporting cast and the biggest offseason priorities facing the storied NBA franchise.

Apr 9, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) holds onto the ball next to Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (0) in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly have a different vision for LeBron James’ next contract, even as interest from around the league continues to grow.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) handles the ball against the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter of game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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With free agency approaching, the Los Angeles Lakers’ intentions regarding Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard are beginning to take shape.

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Luka Doncic is done waiting, and the Lakers are projected to go all in this summer to keep their promise.

Jan 13, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket on Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (0)during the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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As momentum builds toward LeBron James returning, the Los Angeles Lakers are being linked to a veteran with deep ties to the four-time MVP.