NBABill Simmons wasn’t happy with the way Yahoo Sports framed one of his recent comments about LeBron James and the 76ers. Not even close. After Yahoo promoted Simmons’ podcast with the headline, “Bill Simmons thinks there’s a chance that the 76ers could wind up like the 2012-13 Lakers,” Simmons fired back on X. “This is […] The post Bill Simmons blasts Yahoo Sports over LeBron James headline appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Los Angeles Lakers remain interested in signing Jonathan Kuminga, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Kuminga, who would start at small forward for the team, would have to accept an offer on the "Lakers' terms." The Cavs are also in play for Kuminga, though they are having difficulty putting together assets for a potential sign-and-trade with the Hawks. Kuminga is also not looking to sign a three-year deal for what he perceives is under his market value in order to help fac...
Lakers The Lakers continue to prioritize defense. Los Angeles officially signed veteran wing Matisse Thybulle to a one-year, veteran’s minimum contract, adding another accomplished perimeter defender to a roster that has undergone significant changes this offseason. Thybulle has never been known for his offense, but he has built a reputation as one of the NBA’s […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Matisse Thybulle, Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire.
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Kobe Bufkin and the New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to a one-year deal. Bufkin appeared in 16 games last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, averaging 2.9 points and 0.8 rebounds in 7.5 minutes. Bufkin was the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks.
NBAUpdated 2 months agoHOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 18: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates with Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on March 18, 2026 in Houston, Texas. 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 Alex Slitz/Getty Images) | Getty Images NBA teams want their to...
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Kyrie Irving #11 and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks pose for a picture during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 ...
Masai Ujiri at TIME100 Sports Gala held at Pier Sixty on July 16, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty Images) | Variety via Getty Images It’s been less than three months since the Dallas Mavericks tabbed Masai Ujiri as their president of basketball operations, giving him the chance to turn things around after former general manager Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, setting the franchise up for a rebuild. Ujiri hasn’t been with th...
The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t had much in terms of young talent to develop over the past couple of seasons, but this summer proved they have two very intriguing pieces in second-year wing Adou Thiero and rookie guard Cameron Carr. Injuries hampered Thiero’s rookie season, but he has been hard at work this summer and […]
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 07: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers hugs Lebron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers after a game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on December 07, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Los Angeles Lakers won 112-108. 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Image...
The Houston Rockets have not made as much of a splash this summer as they did last year, when they acquired Kevin Durant in a blockbuster trade with the Phoenix Suns. This offseason has been all about adding veterans to the mix, which is why the team signed point guard Marcus Smart from the Los Angeles Lakers and Bogdan Bogdanovic from the Los Angeles Clippers. They are also getting Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams back into the mix, which will hopefully make the Rockets a more complete team. B...
Mychal Thompson defended LeBron James' departure, saying Lakers fans criticizing his decision are being hypocritical about career moves.
New Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler is expected to have a huge impact on the team this season and in many years to come. Kessler will undoubtedly benefit offensively by playing alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but where he thrives most is on the defensive end. Kessler is one of the best rim […]
When the Los Angeles Lakers take the court for the 2026-27 season, they will look much different than they did last season as they completely overhauled their roster. With LeBron James departing in free agency, the Lakers’ focused shifted to building around Luka Doncic and putting together a core with youth, athleticism and shooting. And […]
NBAWalker Kessler and Sandro Mamukelashvili are going to compete every night.
Perhaps the biggest move the Los Angeles Lakers made this summer was re-signing Austin Reaves to a new four-year contract. After playing on what was arguably the biggest bargain contract in the league, Reaves has now cashed in and will be a core member of this franchise for many years. That new contract has not […]
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