Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James’s Last Decision: Inside His Move to the 76ers

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LeBron James featured in a Philadelphia 76ers storyline

A 24th Season Begins in a New City LeBron James is starting over, on his own terms. On July 27, 2026, the four-time NBA champion officially signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, ending an eight-season run with the Los Angeles Lakers and opening his 24th NBA season since entering the league … Read more

Nick Smith Jr. Leaves NBA for Real Madrid, and Bronny James Sends Him Off

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Nick Smith Jr. after signing with Real Madrid

Smith Trades the G League Shuttle for Spain Nick Smith Jr. is done waiting on an NBA roster spot to open up. The guard has agreed to a one-year deal with Real Madrid, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, leaving the league entirely to become the Spanish powerhouse’s lead guard in the EuroLeague. The move comes … Read more

Los Angeles Lakers Roster, Depth Chart and Schedule 2026-27

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Data snapshot: September 12, 2026. The roster and schedule modules will be reviewed after every transaction and at least once each week during the season. The Los Angeles Lakers enter 2026-27 with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves at the center of the offense, a substantially reshaped supporting cast and one of the NBA’s most demanding … Read more

NBA Franchise Values 2026: What the Lakers Deal Means

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Reported sale prices and published estimates show how rapidly NBA franchise values are rising. NBA franchise values reached another level in 2026 after Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agreed to acquire control of the Los Angeles Lakers in a deal reportedly valuing the organization at $12.5 billion. The agreement still requires approval from the NBA … Read more

Lakers Hire Eric Amsler as Assistant GM From Heat

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Lakers Hire Eric Amsler as Assistant GM From Heat

The Los Angeles Lakers are hiring Eric Amsler as an assistant general manager, pulling him away from a Miami Heat front office he had been part of for more than two decades, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, with additional reporting from Dave McMenamin and the Sun-Sentinel’s Ira Winderman. Amsler joined the Heat as an intern … Read more

Phil Jackson Statue: Lakers to Honor Coach at Star Plaza

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Phil Jackson statue

The Phil Jackson statue is headed for Star Plaza. The Lakers announced on Sept. 8, 2026, that their former coach will receive a statue in the space outside Crypto.com Arena where the franchise honors its most decorated figures. It is scheduled to be unveiled April 9, 2027, before the Lakers host the Minnesota Timberwolves during the 2026-27 NBA season.

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Jeanie Buss Files Petition to Block Siblings’ Sale of Remaining Lakers Stake to Iger and Kushner

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Jeanie Buss has filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking to block her siblings from selling the Buss Family Trust’s remaining 17.8% stake in the Lakers, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne. The petition, filed Monday, also asks the court to remove Janie and Joey Buss as co-trustees of the family trust.

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