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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / April 18
Lakers Can Offer Luka Doncic $229 Million Contract In August
The Los Angeles Lakers can offer Luka Doncic a four-year, $229 million contract in August. Doncic will make $46 million next season. He has a player option
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 18
Minnesota Timberwolves Vs. Los Angeles Lakers Playoff History
For the first time since 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers earned a top-six seed in the Western Conference and did not have to earn their way through the Play-In Tournament.
The 'NBA postseason three-pointers made leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 18
Watch: Luka Doncic Expresses Desire To Stay Loyal To Organization
Luka Doncic has always been a very loyal person, which made the Dallas Mavericks trading him to the Los Angeles Lakers and them saying they were unsure if he would sign an extension even more strange.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 18
LeBron James Delivers 3-Word Message on Availability for Playoffs
LeBron James left no doubt about his health heading into the Los Angeles Lakers' playoff opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves. James and the Lakers will open the postseason Saturday against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / April 18
Lakers' Luka Doncic gets the 'big games' he covets vs. Wolves
The season series seems to show the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are even heading into their first-round playoff series although the reality is something much different.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 18
Udonis Haslem Humbles Dwyane Wade, LeBron James With Bold Admission
Every generation, a star comes to hold the banner of a franchise in the NBA. They become the definitive legend of the era, and nearly all of the accomplishments of team are tied to them.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18
Luka Doncic reveals his violent initial reaction to news of trade
Luka Doncic was literally breaking things after getting the news that he had been traded by the Dallas Mavericks. The Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic sat down this week for an interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews.
Rob Pelinka News / Field Level Media / April 18
Lakers extend GM Rob Pelinka, add president to title
On the eve of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers extended the contract of general manager/vice president Rob Pelinka, with a promotion included, just over two months after star Luka Doncic was acquired from the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / April 18
Lakers Extend, Promote Rob Pelinka
The Los Angeles Lakers are keeping General Manager Rob Pelinka around with a new contract and additional title. The team announced Friday that Pelinka will assume the role of President of Basketball Operations in addition to his current standing as GM.
Rob Pelinka News / Hoops Wire / April 18
Lakers Announce Contract Extension, New Title For GM Rob Pelinka
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed general manager Rob Pelinka to a multiyear contract extension and gave him the title of president of basketball operations, the team announced.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 18
JJ Redick Shares Major LeBron James Update Before NBA Playoffs
LeBron James is ready for action. As the Lakers get ready to open their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, head coach JJ Redick made it clear that James isn’t just the face of the franchise—he’s the heartbeat of the team’s defense.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / April 18
Austin Reaves’s Crystal Clear Message Before Lakers’ Playoffs Game
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to begin their playoff run Sunday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Austin Reaves is confident in what the team brings to the table—especially on the defensive end.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 18
Lakers' JJ Redick Sends Direct Message to NBA Ahead of Playoffs
First-year Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick looks like a keeper so far. Team vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka canned former head coach Darvin Ham after just two seasons in power, including a 2023 run to the Western Conference.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18
Magic Johnson shares fear for Lakers' series vs. Timberwolves
Though the Lakers look poised to contend, one franchise legend has his concerns heading into round one.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 18
Watch: Robert Horry Gifts Signed Jersey To Child Who Lost One In Palisades Fires
A large portion of Southern California was greatly affected by the wildfires that spread throughout the area in January. The most destructive of those
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / April 18
Lakers Coach Makes Feelings About Bronny James Crystal Clear
Bronny James had one of the most high-profile rookie seasons in NBA history. Despite being the 55th pick, he garnered a lot of attention due to being the first player (in league history) to be teammates with his father (LeBron).
Anthony Edwards News / Yardbarker / April 17
Anthony Edwards offers bold statement ahead of playoff showdown vs. Lakers
If the Timberwolves want any chance at advancing, they're going to need a stellar stretch of performances from Edwards.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 17
Lakers Notes: LeBron James Injury, Bronny James' New Role, Luka Doncic Issue
Here is all the latest news you need to know about the Los Angeles Lakers as they head into the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / April 17
Austin Reaves' emergence puts him in line for a big payday
Austin Reaves’ ascent from undrafted free agent to the Los Angeles Lakers’ third star has quietly become one of the NBA’s most compelling success stories
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