Tag: Los Angeles 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Luka Doncic with a lob threat and rim protector to fill the hole made by trading away Anthony Davis, but the trade was rescinded […]
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, […]
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks before the in-season trade deadline, and the five-time All-Star guard is reportedly eligible to sign a four-year, $229 million contract this offseason. Lakers Should Add Veteran Guard To Build Around Luka Doncic For the Lakers to maximize a roster with a 40-year-old LeBron […]
The Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Lakers are among the teams interested in trading for Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday, who is currently in the midst of a four-year, $134.4 million contract. Clippers Need Enough Outgoing Salary To Acquire Jrue Holiday Holiday, who turns 35 next month, is one valuable veteran that […]
