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Division Pacific
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Founded 1947

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Lakers Find New Life After LeBron Departs
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers Find New Life After LeBron Departs

LeBron James announced on X that he will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers for his 24th season, ending a decade of championships and Finals appearances with the Los Angeles Lakers. In return, the Lakers completed a sign-and-trade that sent a 2031 first-round pick, a 2033 first-round pick and future first-round pick-swap rights to the Utah Jazz for Walker Kessler, a 7-foot-2 center who missed most of last season with a torn labrum. Kessler inked a $130 million, four-year contract, a deal the Lakers framed as acquiring a front-court anchor while shedding older, higher-cost pieces.

Los Angeles Times
LeBron James Joins 76ers, Set to Face Lakers Twice
Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James Joins 76ers, Set to Face Lakers Twice

LeBron James announced on Friday that he will finish the next season with the Philadelphia 76ers, ending a week of speculation about his next destination. The 41-year-old said he is still weighing retirement after the 2025 season, adding, "I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game. I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give."

Yahoo Sports
Lakers guard Collin Sexton teases bold vision on Instagram
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers guard Collin Sexton teases bold vision on Instagram

Collin Sexton, a former Kentucky standout who spent his early NBA years in Cleveland, broke his social-media silence with a short Instagram video on Tuesday. In the clip, the guard declares his intent to serve as a "front-court catalyst" for Los Angeles, and the post is captioned simply with the word "Ready." The message arrived at a moment when the Lakers are fine-tuning a rotation aimed at a deep playoff run.

Yahoo Sports
Lakers sign Arthur Kaluma and waive Peter Suder as roster reshapes after summer league
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers sign Arthur Kaluma and waive Peter Suder as roster reshapes after summer league

The Los Angeles Lakers have retooled their roster following the recent NBA Summer League, adding defensive-oriented guard Matisse Thybulle and securing breakout wing Arthur Kaluma on a two-way contract. To make room for Kaluma, the club released forward Peter Suder from his two-way slot, signaling a shift in priority toward players who demonstrated impact in Las Vegas.

Sports Illustrated
Lakers target Gafford-Thompson swap with Dallas
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers target Gafford-Thompson swap with Dallas

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing a trade that would bring center Daniel Gafford and sharpshooter Klay Thompson from the Dallas Mavericks. With the franchise still waiting on LeBron James’ free-agency decision, the potential move could reshape the roster before the season begins. The discussion centers on how the two veteran players could fit into the Lakers’ system and what the Mavericks might receive in return.

Yahoo Sports
Lakers add Thybulle for perimeter defense boost
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers add Thybulle for perimeter defense boost

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed 29-year-old forward Matisse Thybulle to a one-year veteran minimum contract. Thybulle spent the last three-plus seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, primarily as a wing defender, and arrives with a reputation for disciplined on-ball work. The addition gives the Lakers a point-of-attack defender who can also provide reliable spot-up shooting, a blend that aligns with the team’s need for greater defensive stability on the perimeter.

The New York Times
Doncic Praises Lakers' New Look Ahead of Next Season
Los Angeles Lakers

Doncic Praises Lakers' New Look Ahead of Next Season

Luka Doncic, a three-time All-NBA selection and the centerpiece of the Dallas Mavericks, publicly voiced confidence in the Los Angeles Lakers’ new-look roster as the league prepares for the upcoming season. His endorsement carries weight because he has spent the past three years shouldering the bulk of his team’s offensive responsibilities, and his perspective offers a rare glimpse into how an elite player views a potential rival’s evolution.

Yahoo Sports
Lendeborg lifts Warriors past Lakers, sets up title showdown
Los Angeles Lakers

Lendeborg lifts Warriors past Lakers, sets up title showdown

Yaxel Lendeborg’s 15 points, four rebounds and three assists propelled the Golden State Warriors to a 92-88 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League semifinal on Saturday in Las Vegas. Seven of Lendeborg’s points came in the fourth quarter, including a pair of free throws with 14 seconds remaining that sealed the win. Graham Ike and LJ Cryer each contributed 16 points, with Ike pulling down 11 rebounds, while bench scorer Chance McMillian added 14 points.

NBA.com
Lakers vs. Warriors: Summer League Showdown Highlights Young Talent
Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers vs. Warriors: Summer League Showdown Highlights Young Talent

The NBA Summer League matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors unfolded on July 18, 2026. The game served as a key opportunity for both clubs to evaluate recent draft selections, undrafted signees and players on two-way contracts. With the regular season still months away, the contest offered a glimpse of how each organization is shaping its next-generation roster.

NBA.com

Lakers Salary Cap

Full contracts → Draft history
Total Cap $260.5M
Cap Space -$95.5M
Est. Tax Bill $0
Dead Cap $0
#PlayerPosAgeTypeCap HitGuaranteed
1Luka DoncicPG27VET-EXT$49.5M$49.5M
2Austin ReavesSG28FA$14.9M$14.9M
3Jarred VanderbiltPF27VET-EXT$12.4M$12.4M
4Deandre AytonC28FA$8.1M$8.1M
5Jake LaRaviaPF25FA$6.0M$6.0M
6Marcus SmartPG32FA$5.4M$5.4M
7Dalton KnechtSF25RK-1ST$4.2M$4.2M
8Nick Smith Jr.PG22ROS$2.5M—
9Bronny JamesPG22RK-2ND$2.3M$1.3M
10Adou ThieroSF22RK-2ND$2.2M$2.2M

Salary data via Spotrac. Updated daily.