Lakers Trade Rumors: L.A. Not Pursuing John Collins

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly not interested in a trade for Utah Jazz veteran forward John Collins despite several sources linking the former first-rounder to the purple and gold, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. “Collins had a strong 2024-25 campaign, but I’m told any suggestion that the Lakers are a trade […]

James Foglio  •  25 Jun 2025
Nets Are Favorites To Trade For Kristaps Porzingis Over Warriors, Lakers

The Brooklyn Nets are the frontrunners to acquire Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis in a trade deal this offseason, according to Bovada. The 7-foot-2 big man has one year remaining on the two-year, $60 million contract he signed with Boston in July 2023. Nets Could Trade For Kristaps Porzingis After Celtics Dealt Jrue Holiday Per […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jun 2025
Lakers Trade Rumors: Claxton, Kessler, Robert Williams Deals Have Been Discussed

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make aggressive moves this offseason to upgrade their frontcourt. Among the purple and gold’s big man targets are Nic Claxton, Robert Williams, and Walker Kessler, according to Anthony Irwin of Clutch Points. Lakers Eyeing Nic Claxton, Robert Williams, And Walker Kessler Irwin reported Tuesday that the Lakers’ “internal […]

James Foglio  •  19 Jun 2025
Buss Family Set To End Iconic Ownership Run With Lakers

The Buss family’s iconic run as owners of the Los Angeles Lakers is set to come to an end after 46 years. Mark Walter, CEO of holding company TWG Global, will acquire majority ownership after a sale was agreed for approximately $10 billion. That makes this transaction the highest valuation paid for a sports franchise […]

Vivek Jacob  •  18 Jun 2025
Lakers Trade Rumors: ‘No Chance’ L.A. Gets Jaren Jackson Jr.

The Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to pursue Memphis Grizzlies veteran center Jaren Jackson Jr. this offseason, but one NBA insider believes L.A. has no shot at acquiring the big man. “No chance. No chance. Absolutely not worth a discussion,” said ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. “Look, I think Jaren Jackson is now in position to sign […]

James Foglio  •  17 Jun 2025
Why LeBron James’ Contract Is Hurting Lakers’ Title Hopes

The Los Angeles Lakers won an NBA championship with LeBron James in the 2020 Orlando Bubble, but if they hope to win another title in the future with the four-time MVP, he should consider taking less money. Lakers Are Projected To Be $1.3 Million Over Luxury Tax James, who turns 41 in December, has a […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jun 2025
Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Jaxson Hayes Hasn’t Ruled Out Return

Los Angeles Lakers unrestricted free agent center Jaxson Hayes hasn’t ruled out a return to the purple and gold next season. The 25-year-old Hayes, who’s spent the past two seasons with the Lakers, replied to an Instagram comment earlier this week hinting at a possible return in 2025-26. Jaxson Hayes Saw Limited Playing Time In […]

James Foglio  •  11 Jun 2025
Los Angeles Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Steven Adams Among Targets

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025 offseason in need of a durable big man. The Lakers tried to acquire Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams at the trade deadline to provide Luka Doncic with a lob threat and rim protector to fill the hole made by trading away Anthony Davis, but the trade was rescinded […]

James Foglio  •  06 Jun 2025
3 Best Free Agency Landing Spots For Timberwolves’ Naz Reid

The Minnesota Timberwolves could have a completely different roster next season, as veteran wing Julius Randle holds a $30.9 million player option that he must exercise or decline by June 29, and former Sixth Man of the Year center Naz Reid is expected to decline his $15 million player option. Considering the Timberwolves’ cap situation, […]

James Foglio  •  02 Jun 2025