Los Angeles Lakers

Ben Simmons is trying to make an NBA comeback, but does the Lakers make sense as a landing spot?

Don Nelson played for the Boston Celtics from 1965 to 1976 after stints with the Chicago Zephyrs and Los Angeles Lakers. Neslon was a clutch sixth man and frontcourt reserve under legendary coaches Red Auerbach, Bill Russell, and Tom Heinsohn. Nelson's famous bouncing, back-rim jumper in Game 7 of the 1969 Finals against the Lakers to help secure the title was his shining highlight. Nelson won five rings during his Celtics career and his #19 was retired by the team in 1978.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 13: JJ Redick #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans and Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers smile before a game on December 13, 2019 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Gett...

Bronny James is entering his third season with the Lakers. How has he improved ahead of a year without LeBron on the roster?

Not only is Los Angeles Lakers icon Shaquille O’Neal one of the greatest basketball players of all-time and universally considered the most dominant force the game has ever seen, but he is also one of the most recognizable faces off the court, possessing one of the biggest brands any athlete has compiled in recent memory. […]

In July, the Los Angeles Lakers traded center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards. They got guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round draft picks in return. Shaquille O’Neal welcomes the news that Ayton will no longer be in Los Angeles. As the Lakers continue to change things up this offseason, Shaq is adamant that whoever […] The post Shaq savagely dunks on Deandre Ayton after trade to Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LOS ANGELES - APRIL: Richard Anderson #35 of the Portland Trail Blazers is defended by A.C. Green #45 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the April 1988-1989 NBA season game at the Great Western Forum in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by: Mike Powell/Getty Images) | Getty Images Portland Trail Blazers history is studded with All-Stars and significant contributors. Clyde Drexler and Damian Lillard have eras named after them. Bill Walton is linked inexorably with the franchise’s only NBA Champion...

The 2026-27 NBA season is still two months away, allowing fans plenty of time to theorize about the highly-anticipated upcoming campaign. With that, Lakers Nation is taking the time to rank the 100 best players in the NBA this season. This ranking looks at players only for the 2026-27 campaign, with no regard for future […]

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 5: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers handshake after the game on February 5, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) ...

Last offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers hoped to find a long-term solution at center to pair with Luka Doncic after trading Anthony Davis. They ultimately landed on Deandre Ayton on a prove-it deal after he was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers. Granted, Ayton is a flawed player, but he was the best option […]

22 Dec 2000: Head Coach Don Nelson of the Dallas Mavericks points down the court during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas. The Lakers defeated the Mavericks 108-103. NOTE TO USER: It is expressly understood that the only rights Allsport are offering to license in this Photograph are one-time, non-exclusive editorial rights. No advertising or commercial uses of any kind may be made of Allsport photos. User acknowledges that it is aware that Allsport ...

The Los Angeles Lakers have revamped their lineup, parting ways with LeBron James to build around All-Star Luka Dončić. While the roster looks intriguing, the starting power forward spot is questionable.

Celtic coach Red Auerbach gives Bob Cousy a bear hug as Cousy finished off a 13-year pro basketball career by leading the Boston Celtics to a 112-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and an unprecedented fifth straight National Basketball Association championship. NBA history spans 80 seasons, and as CelticsBlog readers well know, the Boston Celtics have won a league-high 18 championships. This month, we are recapping each of those title years. The 1962-63 season would be Bob Cousy’s 13th ...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 29: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers after winning Game Five of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 29, 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 Harry How/Getty Images) | Getty...

Kyle Kuzma is among the WNBA's growing list of critics.

The post Shaq says LeBron is ‘not on stage’ in Lakers history appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The post Kawhi Leonard sought impermissible benefits from Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Rui Hachimura will start a new chapter after signing with the Los Angeles Clippers in free agency for two years worth $28 million. Hachimura was among the most coveted players in the offseason, as he was coming off a strong stint with the Los Angeles Lakers. He decided to stay in the City of Angels, […] The post Rui Hachimura will surely love Clippers’ latest signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Landing Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz might have put the Los Angeles Lakers in a tough spot regarding Austin Reaves’ future with the franchise. Kessler completed the fourth season of his NBA career with the Jazz. He recovered from shoulder surgery as he missed all but five games throughout the 2025-26 season. The young […] The post Zach Lowe reveals how Walker Kessler could ‘trap’ Lakers into Austin Reaves trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite the eventful offseason, first learning that LeBron James would be leaving in free agency and then making a flurry of moves, headlined by a sign-and-trade for Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler. James has since gone on to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers in a move that shocked basketball […] The post Shaq’s flowers for LeBron James choosing 76ers come with harsh reality on Lakers tenure appeared first on ClutchPoints.