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Not a single person in the NBA fraternity have ever doubted that the Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is one of the most gifted players to ever grace the league. However, plenty of questions have been asked about his defensive effort, as well as his conditioning. And while he may have improved on one […]

Luka Doncic made his intentions clear Saturday as the Los Angeles Lakers introduced the All-NBA guard at a press conference following the announcement of his new contract extension. “We’re going to go for it,” Doncic said, per ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. Earlier in the day, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Doncic had agreed to a three-year, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers extended Luka Doncic on a three-year, $165 million extension, keeping him in purple and gold for the foreseeable future. Lakers GM Rob Pelinka reacted to the news with excitement, calling it a monumental move for one of the NBA’s most storied franchises. He also gushed over Doncic’s skillset, while stating how […]

The Los Angeles Lakers secured their long-term future over the weekend by re-signing All-NBA guard Luka Doncic to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal includes a player option for the 2028 season. Soon after the agreement was finalized, Doncic took to social media with a heartfelt gesture, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers secured the future of their franchise Saturday after All-NBA guard Luka Doncic agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension with a player option in 2028, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Shortly after the deal was reported, Doncic took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his gratitude and […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and superstar guard Luka Doncic are in agreement on a three-year, $165 million max contract extension, league sources confirmed to ClutchPoints on Saturday. By agreeing to this max extension, Doncic has proven that he is committed to being the face of the Lakers for the foreseeable future. He is now under […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to officially make Luka Doncic the future face of the franchise this weekend. The five-time All-NBA First-Team selection, who did not even expect to land in LA six months ago, will have the opportunity to ink a massive contract extension starting on Aug. 2. The consensus is that he […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially announced the return of their California Dream City Edition jerseys for the 2025–26 NBA season. They announced the move with a video posted on social media. "The California Dream" returns. @bibigoUSA x City Edition pic.twitter.com/HvkFiXwBfC — Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 1, 2025 “The Los Angeles Lakers are bringing back […]

Are we sure that LeBron James is not a cyborg? As if he is not busy enough with his multitude of extracurricular interests and business ventures, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has picked up another hobby this offseason: Golf. Truth be told, it is a little surprising that it is only now that James has […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic took a big bite out of the Big Apple in his latest visit to hype up his signature sneaker line for Jordan Brand. Doncic made several stops in New York to jumpstart the United States leg of his promotional tour. Doncic got busy with his engagements, including watching the […]

All things considered, the Los Angeles Lakers had a very successful offseason. Yes, Dorian Finney-Smith left for the Houston Rockets, but he was promptly replaced by Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia. LeBron James may have sent a couple of subtweets, but he’s considered likely to remain a Laker for opening night and beyond. Most importantly, […]

Just a few short days after giving fans a sneak peak at his upcoming signature sneaker, Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James is back during offseason training in his newest creations, reported to be the upcoming Nike LeBron 23. While nothing is confirmed and James has been known to troll the internet in the past, this […]

It’s been an interesting offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers, who have been the subject of trade rumors surrounding LeBron James after signifying their commitment to Luka Doncic. James himself has kept quiet on the issue, using his professional mouthpiece Rich Paul as a way of communicating his discontent with the franchise despite signing on […]

It’s been a transformative summer for Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, who recently showed off his weight loss with some pictures for Men’s Health Magazine. It’s a big development for a star player in Doncic, who had long faced criticisms, particularly from his former team the Dallas Mavericks, that his lack of conditioning was […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had an interesting 2025 NBA offseason. After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, it was apparent what the team lacked. The purple and gold struggled to win the board battle, and they also lacked bench depth. Likewise, the defense struggled. While LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reeves […]

LeBron James will likely be back in the Purple and Gold when the 2025-26 NBA season begins, but it cannot be ruled a certainty, even after his agent Rich Paul’s recent comments. Paul essentially kick-started the James trade rumors this offseason when, after James exercised his player option, he suggested that it may not be […]

After a picture of Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James and Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic alongside his agent went viral, many wondered what it all meant for the NBA’s future. James, Jokic, and his agent sparked curiosity, including questioning whether James would ever consider teaming up with Nikola and the Nuggets. However, that wasn’t […]

Current Philadelphia 76ers executive Daryl Morey went viral for a quote he gave to The Athletic about the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2019-20 championship in the NBA Bubble. In that original quote, he seemed to doubt the legitimacy of the title along with many others around the league. This drew mixed reviews from NBA fans of […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic recently put the world on notice when new pictures from Men’s Health dropped showing the MVP candidate in much slimmer condition than we’ve seen in several years. Lakers fans are hoping that this remains the case until October, when the 2025-26 season–Doncic’s first full campaign with the Purple and […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are chasing banner No. 18. But their last title, won in the 2020 NBA bubble, remains a topic of heated debate. That championship continues to stir controversy, yet Lakers longtime assistant coach Phil Handy isn’t letting critics rewrite history without a fight. After recent comments from Philadelphia 76ers executive Daryl Morey […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has lost a considerable amount of weight this offseason, and recently he’s been going on a press tour to make sure the world knows it. The first stop was an appearance at the New York Yankees game Monday, where Doncic exchanged pleasantries with Aaron Judge, and on Wednesday morning, […]

Speculation about Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James potentially teaming up with Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets exploded. It all happened recently after Jokic’s agent, Misko Raznatovic, posted a now-deleted photo of himself on a yacht with James and LeBron’s longtime business partner, Maverick Carter. The caption, “The summer of 2025 is the perfect […]

The Los Angeles Lakers may be in offseason mode, but Luka Doncic continues to command headlines—this time with a jaw-dropping trick shot that stunned fans at Dyckman Park in New York City. The Lakers superstar made an unplanned appearance at the famed streetball court as part of a Jordan Brand promotional event tonight, but it […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic turned heads this offseason after appearing on the cover of “Men’s Health Magazine” looking like he had lost a bunch of weight. With Doncic seemingly getting in better shape, former NBA player Kendrick Perkins predicts an MVP season from Doncic. In the latest episode of the “Road Trippin’ Podcast,” […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is only one of three athletes (Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant) to hold a lifetime contract with sponsor Nike. Over the last 22 years, James has been the most consistent superstar in the league, releasing a signature shoe each year without missing a beat. After rocking the Nike LeBron 22 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have Luka Doncic and LeBron James, two of the biggest stars in the NBA, on their roster, and both players seem to really be enjoying it. Although their first postseason together ended in disaster, with a five-game series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and James’ camp has reportedly expressed discontent with […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is a top-tier all-time basketball great, but he can be humbled in other sports. A video of the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player taking a few golf shots has recently gone viral, and not for flattering reasons. Clearly, golf isn’t James’ strong suit, and he will have to spend […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the 2025–26 NBA season, much of the attention has centered around Luka Doncic’s physical transformation. Doncic, entering his first full season with the Lakers following a midseason trade from Dallas, recently appeared on the cover of Men’s Health, showcasing a noticeably leaner frame and improved conditioning. The 26-year-old […]

Recently, a Men’s Health magazine article was published about Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and featured pictures of the Slovenian sensation appearing to be in arguably the best shape of his NBA career. Weight and conditioning concerns have long been an issue for Doncic, some of which were to blame for his shocking trade […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James found early success in the NBA Summer League. He recently opened up about how it felt to finally step on that stage. But beyond the excitement of his debut, Bronny James revealed the lasting impact of the cardiac arrest he suffered just over a year ago. It was an […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for the 2025–26 season, head coach JJ Redick reflected on a pivotal teaching moment with rookie guard Bronny James during his first year in the league. Speaking to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Redick revealed the “only” time he delivered a harsh message to James came after the Lakers’ regular-season […]

For most young NBA players, sharing the court with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James would be a career-defining moment. For his son, Bronny James, it was something else entirely. It was a milestone he’d rather not relive. In his first NBA appearance alongside his father during the Lakers’ 2024-25 season opener, Bronny checked in […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will play his record 23rd NBA season. The four-time MVP might still be vacationing with the offseason ongoing. But a new workout video suggests he’s already deep into “Year 23” prep. The clip shows the 40-year-old superstar powering through high-level drills, dunks, alley-oops, and left-hand finishes, on a full-court […]

Bronny James is no stranger to pressure. As the son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, his every move is scrutinized, especially under the bright lights of the NBA’s annual Las Vegas Summer League. But while the NBA uses Summer League to promote rising stars, James admits the glitz and noise of Vegas don’t […]

Before Marcus Smart reached a buyout agreement with the Washington Wizards and ultimately signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, several NBA contenders were actively exploring trades for the former Defensive Player of the Year. According to reporting from insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, the Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, and Miami Heat all made varying […]

Luka Doncic is in the middle of an offseason that could prove to be a defining point in his career. Traded by the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers due to concerns over his long-term health and work ethic, it looks as though Doncic is dead-set on proving his haters wrong, if the latest […]

Unlike most teams, the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t made huge splashes this offseason. At least not yet. The addition of Deandre Ayton didn’t exactly strike fear into opponents’ hearts. But what probably did was the Lakers’ most important move this summer: The body overhaul of Luka Doncic. When he was traded to the Lakers last […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic silenced his critics Monday by sharing a new physique. He revealed what drove him to become shredded. The perennial all-star showed up leaner, highlighted by Men’s Health magazine. Doncic is also more muscular and toned at the arms. What became his drive to better health? He revealed why during […]

The big buzz surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday was Luka Doncic’s new slimmer physique, which was revealed in an article published by Men’s Health. Concerns about weight and conditioning have long been viewed as the one thing keeping Doncic from reaching his legendary potential, and fans were understandably ecstatic that he seems to […]