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Mark Walter’s incredibly short Lakers ownership raises an obvious question

Mark Walter’s run as controlling owner of the Lakers apparently will be remembered for two things: 1). It was brief; and 2.) It was incredibly...
Kevin Durant, Rockets, NBA

NBA trade proposal sends Kevin Durant to Cavs in three-team James Harden blockbuster

If the Cavaliers really wanted to shake up the Eastern Conference, well, this would certainly qualify. A hypothetical three-team trade proposal making the rounds would...
Jaylon Tyson, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

NBA Notes: Cavs, Jaylon Tyson, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Blazers

Cavaliers Perhaps the Cavaliers already have part of the answer they're looking for on the wing. Zach Weiss of Cavs On SI argues Cleveland needs to...
Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers, Thunder, NBA Finals

NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Warriors, Georges Niang, Ben Simmons

Pacers Tyrese Haliburton says the long road back from his torn Achilles is nearly complete. The Pacers star said that he expects to be ready when...
Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves, Grizzlies, NBA

NBA dark horses? Timberwolves, Pistons, Celtics and Pacers can make case

Everybody can identify the NBA's championship favorites in August. Figuring out the team nobody sees coming is a little more interesting. Just ask the Spurs. San...
Jeanie Buss, Lakers, NBA

Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers governor after $12.5 billion sale

The Lakers are changing owners again. Jeanie Buss, however, isn't going anywhere. Incoming owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner intend to keep Buss in her...
Lakers logo, NBA

Lakers sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner came together in three days

Apparently, it takes about three days to buy the Lakers. Provided, of course, you have $12.5 billion handy. Bob Iger told Khobi Price of the...
Haywood Highsmith, Heat, NBA, Nets

Suns waive Haywood Highsmith after brief stint

The Suns are moving on from veteran forward Haywood Highsmith. Phoenix waived Highsmith on Wednesday, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. He had a $3...
Bradley Beal, Clippers, NBA

NBA Rumors: Clippers, Bradley Beal, Cavs, Peyton Watson, James Harden

The NBA calendar says August. The transaction wire apparently didn’t get the memo. Marc Stein of The Stein Line offered several updates Wednesday on some...
Russell Westbrook, NBA, Rockets, Kings

Russell Westbrook announces retirement after 18 seasons

That's it for Russell Westbrook. One of the most explosive, relentless and downright unique players the NBA has ever seen announced Wednesday that he's retiring...
NBA, microphone, logo

Sports Illustrated media writer announces exit after two decades

One of the more familiar voices in sports media is moving on from Sports Illustrated. Jimmy Traina announced Wednesday that he is leaving SI after...
Magic Johnson, Lakers, NBA

Magic Johnson says new Lakers owners will ‘bring championships back to LA’

Magic Johnson has seen just about every version of the Lakers imaginable. He apparently likes what he sees coming next. Johnson offered a ringing endorsement...
Luka Doncic, Lakers, Pistons, NBA

Luka Doncic reacts to Lakers sale: ‘No limit to the potential of this iconic franchise’

Luka Doncic apparently likes what he sees from the Lakers’ latest changing of the guard. Shortly after news broke Wednesday that Mark Walter had agreed...
Mark Walter, Lakers, NBA

Lakers sale comes amid federal investigation involving Mark Walter

The timing of the Lakers’ stunning $12.5 billion sale comes with another significant piece of context. Outgoing majority owner Mark Walter remains the subject of...

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