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The LA Lakers have made key additions of Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia this summer via free agency. However, they remain engaged in adding more depth.
A stunning NBA trade proposal suggests LeBron James and son Bronny might join the Dallas Mavericks in a three-team deal involving the Lakers and Nets. The Lakers could center their team around Luka Dončić,
With rumors surrounding the future of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, there is no doubt that speculation is happening in the basketball world, wondering if the player will finish his career with the team. While scenarios around the Lakers' guard in James will continue, the latest report suggests what outcome the team prefers to happen.
Lakers Executive Comments on LeBron James’ Decision Amid Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, the Lakers have not worked out an extension with James, which has fueled rumors that the team may trade him this offseason.
The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly eyeing Brooklyn Nets' guard Cam Thomas to boost their scoring after a disappointing playoff run. Giannis Antetokounmpo's desire for a title contender is fueling the pursuit.
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The Golden State Warriors’ summer has been stuck in neutral as the team has waited out Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency. The Warriors are the only team in the NBA to do nothing this summer as Kuminga has looked for a sign-and-trade deal elsewhere that could land him his desired role.
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will start a promotional tour for Jordan brand before returning to EuroBasket.
The Mavericks would get LeBron James (from Lakers), Bronny James (from Lakers), Drew Timme (from Nets), Tyrese Martin (from Nets), $1.8 million trade exception (Dwight Powell) and a $1.1 million trade exception (Olivier-Maxence Prosper).
The Los Angeles Lakers, having already acquired Marcus Smart to bolster their defense, are now considering trading for Robert Williams III. Analyst Caleb Hightower suggests reuniting Smart with his former Celtics teammate to enhance the Lakers' interior presence.