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Walker Kessler missed basketball. Now he says he sees it a little differently. The Lakers center appeared in only five games for the Jazz last season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. It was the first extended absence of his NBA career. “Sitting out a whole year definitely puts […] The post Lakers’ Walker Kessler says lost season helped him ‘fall in love’ with game again appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Basketball: NBA Finals: Closeup of Los Angeles Lakers Shaquille O'Neal (34) bobblehead on court before game vs New Jersey Nets at Staples Center. Game 2. Los Angeles, CA 6/7/2002 CREDIT: John W. McDonough (Photo by John W. McDonough /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X66056 TK2 R14 F25 ) You’re not truly in the dog days of the summer until you start ranking promotional night giveaways. The Lakers haven’t typically had many giveaway nights during the season, which makes this up...

Lakers Luka Doncic needed only one word to describe the Lakers’ revamped roster: “Happy.” As Ryan Ward of Lakers On SI relayed, Doncic offered that assessment after organizing and funding a team minicamp in his native Slovenia. Now, “happy” won’t necessarily help the Lakers defend a pick-and-roll. But the trip represented another meaningful step for […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Pelicans, Derik Queen, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

League and ownership sources do not expect the recent surge in NBA franchise valuations to slow down anytime soon, suggesting the wave of team sales and ownership changes could continue at a similar pace going forward. The Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics and Portland Trail Blazers have each been sold since the start of 2025. "In any business where valuations rise at that level, there will be people who are attracted to the price and return," said one ownership sourc...

The Lakers addressed their hole at starting center with Walker Kessler but still have major questions behind him.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - APRIL 07: Kevon Looney #55 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half of the game at Smoothie King Center on April 07, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next sever...

Jonathan Kuminga discussed his decision to sign with the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers during his introductory news conference on Thursday, crediting the organization's recruitment approach for swaying his choice despite a lower financial offer. Kuminga signed a two-year, $12.5 million contract with Minnesota, including a player option, well below what the Lakers reportedly offered, which was roughly twice as much annually over a longer term. Ti...

The Los Angeles Lakers will go as far as Luka Doncic takes them, and he and the franchise hope that is all the way to an NBA Championship. The front office assembled an entirely new roster around their superstar and it will be on Doncic to lead this squad. There is no questioning Doncic’s offensive […]

LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA - 2026/08/23: Luka Doncic seen on the outdoor basketball court during the Los Angeles Lakers' visit. (Photo by Andrej Tarfila/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) During his year-and-a-half with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Dončić has endured a pair of serious injuries interrupting each season. Upon his initial midseason trade from the Dallas Mavericks to Los Angeles, Dončić was dealing with a strained left calf, which sidelined him for six weeks, including his first ...

The Los Angeles Lakers took a big swing in the summer of 2024 when they agreed to a deal with JJ Redick to be the franchise’s next head coach. Redick was three years removed from his career as a player, and had done no professional coaching in that time frame, instead spending those years as […]

Ziaire Williams believes a meaningful opportunity is waiting for him with the Los Angeles Lakers after the team missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. The 24-year-old forward recently joined Los Angeles on a one-year, $3 million veteran minimum contract. With Kuminga choosing Minnesota instead, Williams could now have a larger role than initially expected. Asked whether […] The post Ziaire Williams confident about major Lakers role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Luka Doncic reportedly weighs around 231 pounds after fully addressing his injuries and completing an extensive conditioning program.

The Los Angeles Lakers made a major investment in Walker Kessler, and his fit alongside Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves could be crucial next season. Los Angeles acquired the 7-foot-2 center from Utah for unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, plus swaps in 2028 and 2030, before giving him a four-year, $130 million contract. […] The post Walker Kessler could transform Lakers next season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Matt Barnes dubbed the new-look Lakers the “Snowtime Lakers,” while Byron Scott, Michael Cooper and Robert Horry weighed in on Luka Dončić’s revamped roster.

NBA legend Magic Johnson feels the Lakers should honor Jerry Buss outside the Crypto.com Arena with a statue.

The Los Angeles Lakers spent like Walker Kessler must become much more than a conventional center. Kevin O’Connor and Raj Chipalu believe he could be the piece that stabilizes the Lakers on both ends — and turns its revamped core into a relentless regular-season operation. Los Angeles Lakers Walker Kessler throws out the first pitch...

Jonathan Kuminga kept it honest during his introductory presser with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday afternoon.

While the saga dragged on for longer than he probably wanted, veteran forward Jonathan Kuminga is happy with how his free agency concluded this summer.

The Los Angeles Lakers and seven other teams are going to have a new alternative look during the 2026-27 campaign.

Los Angeles Lakers fans are going to have the chance to get their hands on a number of bobbleheads during the 2026-27 season.