Tag: LeBron James
LeBron James sidelined to start camp as Lakers play ‘long game’
The Lakers opened training camp on Tuesday without LeBron James on the floor, as the 23-year veteran deals with what head coach JJ Redick...
Lakers begin another season waiting on LeBron James’ word
When LeBron James wrapped up his Lakers media day interview with Spectrum SportsNet, Chris McGee tossed him a simple, almost playful question.
“See you at...
NBA Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Blazers, Damian Lillard, Kings
Lakers
LeBron James didn’t tip his hand on retirement at media day, but he acknowledged the obvious. And that would be that the finish line...
Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future in question heading into camp
Dalton Knecht’s Lakers future is already under the microscope — and training camp hasn’t even tipped off.
Once viewed as a promising young scorer, Knecht...
Lakers Notes: LeBron James, JJ Redick, Luka Donic, Austin Reaves
How and where will the NBA’s all-time leading scorer end his career? That question is starting to pick up steam.
Yaron Weitzman of Bleacher Report...
Report: Lakers eyeing Walker Kessler trade again
The Lakers may not be done reshaping their frontcourt.
Per Lakers Daily, Los Angeles is expected to revisit trade talks for Jazz center Walker Kessler,...
Lakers’ decision to extend JJ Redick’s contract makes no sense
One season, one quick playoff exit, and already the Lakers are giving JJ Redick more years on his deal.
That’s the decision GM Rob Pelinka...
NBA execs believe Cavs only team LeBron James would consider if he leaves Lakers
Could LeBron James finish his career back where it started? Some around the NBA think so.
According to Yaron Weitzman of Bleacher Report, most agents...
Report: Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving ahead of schedule in ACL recovery
Kyrie Irving is making progress. In fact, the Mavericks star is “ahead of schedule” in his recovery from ACL surgery, per NBA reporter Ashish...
NBA Survey Roundup: Best player, LeBron James, conference picks, worst offseason
A new season is nearly here, which means the annual survey of NBA insiders is back.
ESPN’s Tim Bontemps spoke with 20 coaches, scouts and...
NBA Survey: Insiders split on LeBron James’ future
Lakers super-duper star LeBron James is gearing up for his 23rd NBA season, but what about beyond that? ESPN’s Tim Bontemps asked 20 coaches,...
Exec says Pat Riley, Heat not likely to send Andrew Wiggins to Lakers
The Lakers are reportedly interested in acquiring Heat forward Andrew Wiggins, but one league executive says not to hold your breath.
“I would be stunned...
Cavs should steer clear of any Kevin Love reunion ideas
Kevin Love’s name is making the rounds again. With the Jazz expected to buy him out (eventually), my pals at Cavs on SI floated...
Report: Lakers open to trade for player signed beyond 2026
The Lakers aren’t just kicking the tires on short-term help. They are open to a trade that brings back a player signed beyond 2026,...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Jazz, Lauri Markkanen, Nets
Lakers
Luka Doncic isn’t talking about retirement, but he already knows how he’d like his career to end.
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal’s...
LeBron James says retirement ‘coming,’ but insists he’s not done yet
LeBron James knows the end of his career is approaching. Who wouldn't at this stage? But the man has no plans to just walk...
West Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Spurs
Lakers
LeBron James’ future may be murky, but ESPN suggests that the Lakers are suddenly looking pretty secure.
Why? Because they swung big, trading for Luka...
Bulls officially announce Josh Giddey extension
The Bulls have officially announced they’ve reached an agreement with guard Josh Giddey on a multiyear contract extension.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed,...
West Notes: Naz Reid, Timberwolves, Suns, lineup, LeBron James, Grizzlies
Timberwolves big man Naz Reid is dealing with heartbreaking news. His sister, Toraya Reid, was shot and killed Saturday in New Jersey, as we...
LeBron James’ future beyond this season seemingly up in air
It seems no one knows if LeBron James will play beyond this season. Perhaps not even LeBron James. Certainly not the Lakers.
James is set...
