Luka Doncic has quickly become the center of attention in the NBA once again, and this time, it’s not just about his performance on the court. After being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers during the dramatic 2024-25 NBA season, Doncic now finds himself in the spotlight with a potential record-breaking contract extension on the horizon.

A native of Mali, Samake was a second-round draft pick by the New Jersey Nets in 2000. After appearing in 34 games with the Nets as a rookie and playing in Italy the following season, the Lakers brought the seven-footer in as a free agent during the summer of 2002.

New Los Angeles Lakers signing Marcus Smart believes he fits with the team very well and needs what he brings.

NBA 2K25 Summer League is in the books. Each NBA team's top prospects, exciting rookies, and talented young players showcased their talents with hopes to land an NBA contract. NBA hopefuls descended upon Las Vegas with hopes to find their way onto an NBA roster at the conclusion of this year's summer league.

O’Neal, who won three straight NBA titles with the Lakers, said the team has addressed its size and star power but warned that shooting could make or break their playoff run. Still, he expects the team to perform better in the upcoming season and make a push for homecourt advantage.

As the Lakers approach their 80th season of existence (they were founded back in 1946 as the Detroit Gems in the National Basketball League), LeBron Wire is taking a look at each player who has worn their jersey, whether it has been a purple and gold one or the ones they donned back in the Midwest during their early years.

Heat Eyeing Warriors’ NBA Champion Defensive Guard After Marcus Smart-Lakers News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat have continued to strike out on key free agents throughout the 2025 NBA offseason.

The NBA's offseason flurry is winding down, but key restricted free agent and superstar extension decisions are still looming.

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Derek Fisher was announced as one of the new analysts for the NBA on NBC broadcast.

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed rookie guard Chris Mañon to a two-way contract after his impressive effort for Golden State's summer league teams.