Tag: Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers Remain National TV Draw Despite LeBron James’ Departure

Brandon King

No player is bigger than the program. The Los Angeles Lakers remain one of the NBA’s premier television attractions, even after LeBron James’ offseason departure. The NBA has scheduled the Lakers for the maximum 34 nationally televised games during the 2026-27 regular season. Los Angeles joins the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and San Antonio Spurs as the league’s most nationally featured teams. The schedule reinforces the Lakers’ enduring appeal and the NBA’s confidence that the franchise will continue to draw large audiences. With Luka Dončić now leading the team,…

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Lakers Sold Again: Josh Kushner and Bob Iger Reach Record-Breaking $12.5 Billion Deal for NBA’s Crown Jewel

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers are once again under new ownership. According to multiple reports, a group led by venture capitalist Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger has agreed to purchase a controlling interest in the Lakers for a reported $12.5 billion, setting a new record for the highest valuation ever paid for a professional sports franchise. The blockbuster transaction comes less than a year after Mark Walter acquired the franchise at a reported $10 billion valuation. The rapid increase in value underscores the continued explosion in NBA franchise…

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Lakers Could Pit Bronny James Against Chris Mañon for Final Roster Spot Before 2026-27 Season

Brandon King

Bronny James’ place on the Los Angeles Lakers’ regular-season roster may not be guaranteed. According to reports, the Lakers are expected to have Bronny James and Chris Mañon compete for one of the franchise’s final roster spots during training camp ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Mañon was re-signed earlier this summer on a two-way contract after impressing the organization with his defensive versatility and high-energy play.  While James enters his third NBA season with the Lakers, Mañon has steadily built a reputation as one of the organization’s top defensive…

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BREAKING: Klay Thompson Nearing Mavericks Buyout, Expected to Join Lakers

Brandon King

One of the biggest moves of the NBA offseason appears to be on the verge of becoming official. According to The Athletic, Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks are nearing a buyout agreement that would pave the way for the four-time NBA champion to join the Los Angeles Lakers. Once the buyout is finalized, Thompson is expected to sign with Los Angeles after clearing waivers. The move would give the Lakers another accomplished veteran and one of the greatest shooters in NBA history. Even in the later stages of his…

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Report: FBI Seized Lakers Owner Mark Walter’s Phone and Laptop in Federal Investigation

Brandon King

According to a report from Lakers Daily, FBI agents seized Los Angeles Lakers owner Mark Walter’s phone and laptop as part of an ongoing federal investigation involving his business interests. The reported seizure was carried out pursuant to a court-authorized search in September 2025 and is tied to a broader federal inquiry into financial dealings connected to companies associated with Walter. The investigation reportedly includes scrutiny of insurance-related transactions and lending practices involving businesses under his control. As of this writing, no criminal charges have been announced against Walter in…

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Rich Paul Shuts Down Bronny James-to-76ers Speculation After LeBron’s Move to Philadelphia

Brandon King

As LeBron James prepares to begin a new chapter with the Philadelphia 76ers, Rich Paul is putting an end to any speculation that Bronny James will soon follow. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said LeBron James and Bronny James are “not a package deal,” adding that there are no plans for Bronny to leave the Los Angeles Lakers and join his father in Philadelphia. The comments come after LeBron’s stunning free-agent decision sparked widespread discussion about whether the father-son duo could reunite on the same…

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Ric Bucher Believes LeBron James Didn’t Expect the Lakers’ Luka Dončić Move to End His Time in Los Angeles

Brandon King

The ripple effects of the Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to acquire Luka Dončić continue to fuel debate throughout the NBA, and longtime NBA reporter Ric Bucher believes one person may have been caught off guard by how quickly the franchise’s priorities changed: LeBron James. Speaking on Finding the Seams with Brendan Haywood, Bucher suggested James didn’t anticipate the Lakers landing Dončić—or the blockbuster move ultimately signaling the end of his tenure in Los Angeles. According to Bucher, the acquisition wasn’t simply about pairing another superstar with James for another championship…

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Omar Gooding Says ‘Real Lakers Fans’ Never Wanted LeBron James, Questions His Lakers Legacy

Brandon King

Omar Gooding has ignited another chapter in the never-ending debate surrounding LeBron James’ legacy with the Los Angeles Lakers. Appearing on DeeHartFlaveTV, Gooding delivered a passionate critique of James’ six-plus seasons in Los Angeles, claiming that many longtime Lakers supporters never wanted the NBA’s all-time leading scorer to join the franchise in the first place. “The day before he signed, not one of us wanted him. We did not want LeBron James.” Gooding argued that his biggest issue with James wasn’t his talent, but what he described as a lack…

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Jonathan Kuminga Seeking $20 Million Per Year as Lakers Pursuit Faces Major Financial Hurdle

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers’ pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga may ultimately come down to one thing: money. According to Lakers insider Jovan Buha, speaking on The Herd, Kuminga is seeking a contract worth approximately $20 million per season. That asking price has emerged as one of the biggest obstacles in negotiations as Los Angeles continues to explore ways to acquire the talented forward. Kuminga, 23, remains one of the NBA’s most intriguing young players thanks to his elite athleticism, positional versatility, and two-way potential. While his role fluctuated at times with…

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Lakers Bolster Perimeter Defense, Sign Matisse Thybulle to One-Year Veteran Minimum Deal

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially addressed one of their biggest offseason needs, agreeing to a one-year veteran’s minimum contract with defensive specialist Matisse Thybulle, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move gives the Lakers one of the NBA’s premier perimeter defenders without sacrificing long-term financial flexibility.  Thybulle arrives in Los Angeles with a reputation built on disrupting opposing offenses. A two-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection, the 6-foot-5 wing has consistently ranked among the league’s best at generating steals, deflections, and forcing turnovers while taking on the toughest perimeter assignments.…

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