Los Angeles Lakers
Coverage of Los Angeles Lakers in the Nexus archive.
- Mark Cuban accuses Mavericks owners of freezing him out in proposed arena move, newspaper reports
Mark Cuban accuses Dallas Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont of excluding him from business opportunities related to a proposed arena move. Cuban claims Dumont engaged in adversarial practices, including a failed trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Mavericks are planning to build a new arena in north Dallas, with a lease expiration at American Airlines Center in 2031.
- Lakers sending Ayton to the Wizards for Hardy and 2 second-round picks, AP source says
The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jaden Hardy and second-round draft picks in 2031 and 2032. The Wizards, who recently added Trae Young and Anthony Davis, now have Ayton as a rim protector alongside Davis and Alex Sarr. The Lakers are also acquiring Walker Kessler from Utah as part of a sign-and-trade deal involving first-round picks and swaps.
- What we know: LeBron James considering a slew of options in free agency
LeBron James will not play for the Los Angeles Lakers next season and is considering multiple teams including Philadelphia, Cleveland, Miami, Minnesota, Denver, Golden State, San Antonio, Dallas, Boston, and New York. His agent, Rich Paul, indicated James is evaluating options based on factors like golf facilities and team competitiveness.
- LeBron James to leave Lakers and play 24th season elsewhere
LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons to play his 24th season with another team. Mike Vorkunov, an NBA and basketball business reporter for The Athletic, discusses the move.
- LeBron James informs Lakers he will play elsewhere as Warriors plan to pursue: ESPN
LeBron James will continue his NBA career during the 2026-27 season but has informed the Lakers that they can move on without him. Sources indicate the Golden State Warriors are planning to pursue him.
- LeBron James in active negotiations with Lakers on new deal
LeBron James is in active negotiations with the Los Angeles Lakers on a new deal, as reported by ESPN.
- Lakers lay off more than a dozen employees in business reorganization: report
The Los Angeles Lakers have laid off more than a dozen employees as part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership. The layoffs affect departments including marketing, team communications, team content, and corporate sponsorships.
- Magic Johnson endorses Karen Bass in LA mayoral race
Magic Johnson endorsed Karen Bass for a second term as Los Angeles mayor, citing her work on homelessness and crime reduction. Johnson has known Bass for three decades. The endorsement was shared on the social platform X.
- Jeanie Buss makes max donation to Spencer Pratt LA mayoral campaign
Jeanie Buss, the Lakers' governor, donated the maximum $1,800 to Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral campaign, signaling support for his candidacy. Pratt, a political outsider, has raised significant funds ahead of the June 2 primary, challenging Karen Bass's lead. The donation highlights Buss's influence and may elevate Pratt's visibility in a closely contested race.