Something curious is happening with the Lakers. They’re the second-winningest franchise in the NBA with 17 championships. They have a top-four player in the league in Luka Dončić. They’re located in one of the premier cities in the league in Los Angeles. But a curious pattern has repeated itself this offseason. Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson...
Something curious is happening with the Lakers. They’re the second-winningest franchise in the NBA with 17 championships. They have a top-four player in the league in Luka Dončić. They’re located in one of the premier cities in the league in Los Angeles. But a curious pattern has repeated itself this offseason. Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson...
The two premier NBA teams in California had very distinct offseasons. The Lakers overhauled their roster around Luka Dončić, adding Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Ziaire Williams, Jaden Hardy and Cameron Carr. Meanwhile, the Warriors pretty much stood pat. The one thing both teams had in common? They missed out on...
The two premier NBA teams in California had very distinct offseasons. The Lakers overhauled their roster around Luka Dončić, adding Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Ziaire Williams, Jaden Hardy and Cameron Carr. Meanwhile, the Warriors pretty much stood pat. The one thing both teams had in common? They missed out on...
The two premier NBA teams in California had very distinct offseasons. The Lakers overhauled their roster around Luka Dončić, adding Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Ziaire...
Veteran coach Igor Kokoskov, who led Luka Doncic and the Slovenian national team to a 2017 EuroBasket title, got the opportunity to work with Doncic again as a Mavericks assistant during the 2021/22 season. However, Kokoskov admitted during a recent appearance on the X&O’s Chat podcast (YouTube link) that he didn’t have a great experience […]
Veteran coach Igor Kokoskov, who led Luka Doncic and the Slovenian national team to a 2017 EuroBasket title, got the opportunity to work with Doncic again as a Mavericks assistant during the 2021/22 season. However, Kokoskov admitted during a recent appearance on the X&O’s Chat podcast (YouTube link) that he didn’t have a great experience […]
Luka Doncic is preparing to take complete control of the Los Angeles Lakers as the franchise moves forward without LeBron James. The pressure that comes with leading the Lakers is significant. The organization has won 17 championships, and its biggest stars have traditionally faced constant attention and criticism. Doncic will soon carry that responsibility without […] The post Luka Doncic takes Lakers spotlight after LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Luka Doncic is preparing to take complete control of the Los Angeles Lakers as the franchise moves forward without LeBron James. The pressure that comes with leading the Lakers is significant. The organization has won 17 championships, and its biggest stars have traditionally faced constant attention and criticism. Doncic will soon carry that responsibility without […] The post Luka Doncic takes Lakers spotlight after LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 25: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns talks with head coach Igor Kokoskov against the Miami Heat during the first half at American Airlines Arena on February 25, 2019 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images Just when everyone had (mostly) heale...
MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 25: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns talks with head coach Igor Kokoskov against the Miami Heat during the first half at American Airlines Arena on February 25, 2019 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images Just when everyone had (mostly) heale...
🙃According to Kokoskov, on the morning of draft day, Sarver went to the coaches and asked them for their input on who to take, before eventually just laughing it off. “Sarver turns to me and says, ‘Coach, what are we doing?’ I tell him, ‘We draft Luka and sign (Clint) Capela in free agency, and see if Atlanta wants to trade their pick,'” Kokoskov said. “He just says ‘OK,’ and leaves.” submitted by /u/BrawndoElectrolytes [link] [comments]
With the Los Angeles Lakers led by Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves going into the 2026 season, the franchise itself has seen a change of ownership recently. As Mark Walter sold the Lakers for $12.5 billion after a year as a majority owner, though he was under investigation by the federal government, NBA commissioner Adam […] The post Adam Silver insists Mark Walter had ‘no red flags’ in first comments on Lakers’ $12.5 billion sale appeared first on ClutchPoints.
With the Los Angeles Lakers led by Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves going into the 2026 season, the franchise itself has seen a change of ownership recently. As Mark Walter sold the Lakers for $12.5 billion after a year as a majority owner, though he was under investigation by the federal government, NBA commissioner Adam […] The post Adam Silver insists Mark Walter had ‘no red flags’ in first comments on Lakers’ $12.5 billion sale appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The biggest story surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers as of late has been all of the uncertainty surrounding the ownership of the team. First came the shocking news that Mark Walter, who had barely owned the team for a year, had agreed to sell his majority shares to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger at a […]
Luka Doncic’s first full season as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers was one to remember. The superstar put on some legendary performances on his way to being named to his sixth All-NBA First Team and winning his second career NBA scoring title. Now coming into this year, Doncic is looking to do more […]
Luka Doncic’s first full season as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers was one to remember. The superstar put on some legendary performances on his way to being named to his sixth All-NBA First Team and winning his second career NBA scoring title. Now coming into this year, Doncic is looking to do more […]
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: Austin Reaves #15 playfully blocks the shot of Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers before an NBA game against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin Terrell/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Saturday, Fred Katz and...
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: Austin Reaves #15 playfully blocks the shot of Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers before an NBA game against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin Terrell/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Saturday, Fred Katz and...
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently focused on building a championship-level roster around Luka Doncic in order to get back into contention. One way to do that is to bring in players he has a history with and they did exactly that with both Quentin Grimes and Jaden Hardy. Specifically for Hardy, the Lakers acquired […]
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently focused on building a championship-level roster around Luka Doncic in order to get back into contention. One way to do that is to bring in players he has a history with and they did exactly that with both Quentin Grimes and Jaden Hardy. Specifically for Hardy, the Lakers acquired […]
The Mavericks are moving into a new era under new head coach Dusty May and former Mavericks assistant Igor Kokoskov is sounding off about his time with the team and specifically working with Jason Kidd. Kokoskov came to the Mavericks after forming a bond with Luka Doncic following coaching Doncic’s team to the EuroBasket title […] The post Ex-Dallas assistant pulls no punches on experience with Jason Kidd appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Mavericks are moving into a new era under new head coach Dusty May and former Mavericks assistant Igor Kokoskov is sounding off about his time with the team and specifically working with Jason Kidd. Kokoskov came to the Mavericks after forming a bond with Luka Doncic following coaching Doncic’s team to the EuroBasket title […] The post Ex-Dallas assistant pulls no punches on experience with Jason Kidd appeared first on ClutchPoints.
If Jason Kidd ever needs a reference from Igor Kokoskov, he should probably keep looking. Kokoskov, a Mavericks assistant during Kidd’s first season as coach in 2021-22, unloaded on his former boss during an appearance on the Serbian YouTube channel Xs and Os Chat. “I don’t have a good experience with him,” Kokoskov said, according […] The post Former Mavericks assistant calls Jason Kidd ‘worst guy in the NBA’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Los Angeles Lakers made a lot of changes over the offseason, but they should still be one of the better teams in the Western Conference with the help of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. That might not be enough for some people to think they’ll be competitive this season, including players in the league. […] The post Lakers get hit with ‘most overrated’ diss from Norman Powell appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers made a lot of changes over the offseason, but they should still be one of the better teams in the Western Conference with the help of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. That might not be enough for some people to think they’ll be competitive this season, including players in the league. […] The post Lakers get hit with ‘most overrated’ diss from Norman Powell appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Marcus Smart’s departure from the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly driven in part by the veteran guard’s desire for a fresh start elsewhere. Lakers insider Jovan Buha discussed the circumstances surrounding Smart’s exit, while acknowledging that there are different versions of exactly how the situation unfolded. “I don’t have great clarity on this, and there […] The post Marcus Smart left Lakers seeking fresh start appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Marcus Smart’s departure from the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly driven in part by the veteran guard’s desire for a fresh start elsewhere. Lakers insider Jovan Buha discussed the circumstances surrounding Smart’s exit, while acknowledging that there are different versions of exactly how the situation unfolded. “I don’t have great clarity on this, and there […] The post Marcus Smart left Lakers seeking fresh start appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
It felt like a no-brainer for the Los Angeles Lakers to retain Marcus Smart this offseason, especially after his first-round postseason performance. LeBron James and Smart were two critical reasons as to why L.A. upset the Houston Rockets while missing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for a majority of the series. The veteran guard rehabbed […]
Marcus Smart’s one season in Los Angeles ended quietly this offseason, and the reasoning behind it is only now coming into focus. Appearing on Third Apron, Lakers insider Jovan Buha addressed the veteran guard’s departure to the Houston Rockets and pointed to Smart’s own readiness for a change. “I don’t have great clarity on this, […] The post Rockets rumors: Why Marcus Smart decided it was time to move on from Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How good will the Lakers be next season? Depends who you ask. In an appearance on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” Charles Barkley said the Lakers are “probably better” than the 2024 Dallas Mavericks, whom Luka Doncic carried to the NBA Finals. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic will be key to the Lakers’ success this year. On...
How good will the Lakers be next season? Depends who you ask. In an appearance on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” Charles Barkley said the Lakers are “probably better” than the 2024 Dallas Mavericks, whom Luka Doncic carried to the NBA Finals. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic will be key to the Lakers’ success this year. On...
It has been a wild offseason for the Lakers, who revamped their roster around Luka Doncic and are preparing to try to compete for their first championship since 2020. There’s a lot of uncertainty after they lost their superstar of the last eight years in LeBron James and underwent their second ownership change in the last 14...
It has been a wild offseason for the Lakers, who revamped their roster around Luka Doncic and are preparing to try to compete for their first championship since 2020. There’s a lot of uncertainty after they lost their superstar of the last eight years in LeBron James and underwent their second ownership change in the last 14...
It has been a wild offseason for the Lakers, who revamped their roster around Luka Doncic and are preparing to try to compete for their first championship since 2020. There’s...
Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell isn't buying into the hype around the Los Angeles Lakers after their flurry of offseason moves to overhaul their roster.
Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell isn't buying into the hype around the Los Angeles Lakers after their flurry of offseason moves to overhaul their roster.
Norman Powell named the Los Angeles Lakers as the most overrated team in the NBA when asked by popular streamer N3on to identify the league’s most overrated team. N3on asked, “Who is the most overrated team in the NBA?” Powell answered simply: “The Lakers.” Powell’s assessment comes after a major offseason transformation in Los Angeles, […] The post Norman Powell names Lakers as NBA’s most overrated team appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Expectations for the Los Angeles Lakers this upcoming season have been mixed because no one truly knows how all these new pieces will come together. However, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are a formidable backcourt to build around, and they added some quality pieces as well. Despite this being an entirely new roster with no […]
The Lakers may not be finished retooling their roster. Last month, the entire Lakers roster traveled to Slovenia for a four-day minicamp hosted by Luka Doncic. It appears that two players in attendance for the bonding experience may be on the trade block. Jarred Vanderbilt has been a trade candidate prior to this offseason. The...
The Lakers may not be finished retooling their roster. Last month, the entire Lakers roster traveled to Slovenia for a four-day minicamp hosted by Luka Doncic. It appears that two players in attendance for the bonding experience may be on the trade block. Jarred Vanderbilt has been a trade candidate prior to this offseason. The...
The Lakers may not be finished retooling their roster. Last month, the entire Lakers roster traveled to Slovenia for a four-day minicamp hosted by Luka Doncic. It appears that two...
The Lakers have a roster decision to make before Opening Night, and two familiar names could be moved as part of the process. Los Angeles currently carries 16 players, one above the regular-season limit. Rather than simply making a cut, the front office is reportedly exploring the trade market for Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht, […] The post Lakers shopping Jarred Vanderbilt, Dalton Knecht before opener appeared first on TalkBasket.net.