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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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Report: Lakers Would Be Open to LeBron James-for-Jarrett Allen Trade

Brandon King

There was a time in which the possibility of LeBron James finishing his legendary career other than in a Laker uniform seemed like a long shot. However, recent comments from Brian Windhorst suggest the Los Angeles Lakers may be more willing to consider that scenario than many would have expected. According to Windhorst, the Lakers would be “very open” to a trade that would send James out of Los Angeles in exchange for Jarrett Allen, one of the league’s premier defensive centers. While no deal is reportedly imminent, the notion…

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