Tag: Los Angeles Lakers rumors

Lakers LeBron James Sends Key Message About Kyrie Irving’s Potential Trade

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GT Keri Irving No. 11 of the Brooklyn Nets sits on the bench during a fourth-quarter hiatus against the Chicago Bulls Last week, LeBron James was asked about his feelings about the recent controversy with Brooklyn Nets star Keri Irving who shared a link to a documentary with antisemitic themes and why he felt other NBA players didn’t talk about Irving and his statements. In it he was the first active player in the NBA to speak on the issue. This week, James again spoke out about the Irving controversy,…

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Lakers affiliate deals for ‘Killer’ Devin Cannady: Report

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GT Devin Canady, right Okay, so the Lakers can’t shoot. But is the answer really the former Ivy Leaguer who played 11 games in the NBA, spent most of his career jumping through the G League and picked up an ankle injury just over a year ago? Could it really be someone who can’t find a place with the Orlando Magic? As veteran reporter Mark Stein noted Thursday, the J-Magic League affiliate is striking a deal to swap the rights of former Princeton guard Devin Cannady to the Lakers’ South…

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Lakers rumors: Los Angeles considered landing spot for Draymond Green

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GT Lakers coach Darvin Hamm (left) and GM Rob Pelinka The Los Angeles Lakers are a touchdown point for the four-time and four-time NBA All-Star champ. In an October 11 article titled “NBA Execs Put a Harsh Reality on a Potential Draymond Green Movement for Warriors,” Heavy’s Sean Deveney quoted quotes he received from Western Conference CEO about Golden State Warriors striker Draymond Green, who could then become an unrestricted free agent Summer if he rejects the player option 2023-24. CEO Daveney told Green could be a “short-term” signing for…

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Lakers rumors: Los Angeles makes final decision on Rob Pelinka’s future

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GT Lakers exec Rob Pelinka The Los Angeles Lakers have made a final decision regarding vice president of basketball operations and future general manager Rob Pelinka. According to a report dated October 8 from Chris Haynes from Yahoo Sports, Pelinka agreed to extend his contract for several years with the Lakers, who missed the playoffs last season. The new contract structure runs until 2026. Haynes reports that “The Lakers’ ownership group, led by Jenny Boss, believes deeply in management and that the coach is aligned with one vision.” “Belenka’s contract…

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Lakers rumors: Los Angeles urged to trade Russell Westbrook this season

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GT Lakers stars LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook The Los Angeles Lakers have been urged to induct a future Hall of Fame this season. In an October 7 article titled “One Player Every NBA Team Should Trade This Season,” Bleacher Report Zack Buckley He appointed Russell Westbrook as the player the Lakers should move from. Seriously, how come the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t traded Russell Westbrook yet? “Westbrook is unfit for this list and as LeBron James’ sidekick in particular,” Buckley wrote. “The perfect co-star for James has…

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Lakers News: Dwight Howard is considering retirement

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GT Dwight Howard, Russell Westbrook and Carmelo Anthony for the Lakers last season A former Los Angeles Lakers star is considering retirement because he doesn’t want to play a small role on the bench. Eight-time All-Star Dwight Howard, who spent three stints with the Lakers, told Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson on Showtime’s All The Smoke that he still wanted to play, but no teams would allow him to play the role he wants to. “I want to play, but at the same time, no teams really want to let…

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Lakers rumors: LA urged not to trade Russell Westbrook by 3-time NBA champion Devin George

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Lakers guard Russell Westbrook speaks to reporters during media day The three-time NBA champion thinks the Los Angeles Lakers should keep Russell Westbrook. Devin George, who won three titles with the Lakers in 2000, 2001 and 2002, told TMZ Sports that he believes Los Angeles should not trade with Westbrook, who has been in the commercial bloc for several months. “I mean, I think it could work,” George He said. “I’m just a fan of Ross. That’s why I think he could work. Maybe I’m stuck with what he’s done…

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Lakers rumors: Los Angeles urged to swap Russell Westbrook with Pacers for Buddy Heald and Miles Turner

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GT Lakers goalkeeper Russell Westbrook during a media day The Los Angeles Lakers were urged to trade Russell Westbrook for $94 million for the guard and $80 million for the center. On the October 4 episode of “Pardon The Interception,” ESPN’s Michael Welbone said the Lakers should send Westbrook and two future draft picks to the Indiana Pacers in favor of Buddy Hield and Myles Turner. “Heild and Turner, they make the Lakers a bigger threat now,” Wilbon He said. “It allows Anthony Davis to put a little less pressure…

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Lakers Rumors: Proposed Commercial Lands LA Mo Bamba for Lonnie Walker IV and Damian Jones

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GT Lakers GM Rob Pelinka (left) and head coach Darvin Hamm at Hamm’s introductory press conference The Los Angeles Lakers signed Lonnie Walker IV and Damian Jones to unrestricted free agency over the summer, which means both players cannot be traded until December. Walker IV and Jones are strong players who could help the Lakers, but Hevi’s Sean Daveney has a business idea involving the Orlando Magic that LA should consider aggressively. In an Oct. 4 article titled “Ex-Heat Favorites, Previously Top 6 CEOs List ‘Quiet’ Trade Targets,” Daveney suggested…

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Lakers rumors: Los Angeles hasn’t been left out of making a blockbuster trade

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GT Lakers GM Rob Pelinka and coach Darvin Hamm The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly “not ruled out” making a huge deal between now and the 2023 trade deadline, which is in February. according to September 30th report from NBA Insider Mark Steinthe Lakers can still make a deal where they take long-term paychecks and/or give up their prized future picks in 2027 and 2029. Los Angeles will only make a deal if they acquire players who can move the needle. “The Lakers’ undeniable preference during the final stages of…

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