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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will start a promotional tour for Jordan brand before returning to EuroBasket.
The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly eyeing Brooklyn Nets' guard Cam Thomas to boost their scoring after a disappointing playoff run. Giannis Antetokounmpo's desire for a title contender is fueling the pursuit.
Lakers Executive Comments on LeBron James’ Decision Amid Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, the Lakers have not worked out an extension with James, which has fueled rumors that the team may trade him this offseason.
The Mavericks would get LeBron James (from Lakers), Bronny James (from Lakers), Drew Timme (from Nets), Tyrese Martin (from Nets), $1.8 million trade exception (Dwight Powell) and a $1.1 million trade exception (Olivier-Maxence Prosper).
The Los Angeles Lakers, having already acquired Marcus Smart to bolster their defense, are now considering trading for Robert Williams III. Analyst Caleb Hightower suggests reuniting Smart with his former Celtics teammate to enhance the Lakers' interior presence.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been named as a team to monitor in a potential blockbuster deal for Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday.
The LA Lakers officially announced the signing of Marcus Smart on Tuesday, continuing to bolster their roster after bringing in Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia.
The Los Angeles Lakers are not through looking for talent to add to their backcourt after signing Marcus Smart.