Lakers Free Agency
LeBron James’ new contract limits how the Lakers can alter their roster
The Lakers are now right around the NBA’s second apron, which brings with it a host of team-building restrictions.
LeBron James, Lakers agree to 2-year, $104 million deal
The LeBron James era in Los Angeles won’t be coming to an end any time soon as he has reportedly re-signed with the Lakers.
Rumor Roundup: Latest updates on D’Angelo Russell, Klay Thompson, DeMar DeRozan
NBA free agency may be moving fast, but the Lakers are still stuck in neutral after missing out on Klay Thompson.
Report: Klay Thompson, Mavericks agree to three-year deal
Despite strong interest from the Lakers and a big push to sign him, Klay Thompson has reportedly agreed to a deal with the Mavericks.
Report: DeMar DeRozan could be on list of players LeBron would take pay cut for
LeBron James might be willing to take a pay cut on his upcoming Lakers contract, but it has to be for the right player and it seems DeMar DeRozan fits that bill.
LeBron James reportedly called Klay Thompson at start of free agency
The Lakers’ pursuit of Klay Thompson reportedly included a call from LeBron James at the start of free agency.
Max Christie, Lakers agree to 4-year, $32 million deal
The Lakers have reportedly retained young wing Max Christie, who entered the offseason as a restricted free agent.
Lakers tender two-way offer to Colin Castleton, make him restricted free agent
In their final business prior to the start of free agency, the Lakers tendered a contract offer to Colin Castleton to make him a restricted free agent.
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NBA Free Agency: Latest rumors on who Lakers will target
The Lakers are set to enter NBA free agency as an unexpectedly big player thanks to LeBron James and we’ll be keeping you updated on who they’re targeting here.
Christian Wood reportedly exercises player option for 2024-25 season
Christian Wood will reportedly not test free agency this summer, choosing instead to exercise his player option to remain a Laker for the 2024-25 season.
Austin Reaves has no issues with his contract: ‘It’s hard to be mad at making $54 million’
Austin Reaves could have gotten more money this summer if a team like the Spurs had given him an offer sheet in free agency, but he’s happy where he’s at with the Lakers.
Lakers sign four players to Exhibit 10 contracts
Scotty Pippen Jr. will return to the Lakers for training camp alongside three other new players.
Christian Wood says plan is for him to play ‘a big role’ with Lakers
Darvin Ham coached Christian Wood with the Milwaukee Bucks, and helped recruit him to the Lakers by telling him he’d be a significant contributor.
Report: 'Early expectation' is that Christian Wood will come off bench
Christian Wood can (in theory) fit alongside Anthony Davis, but it sounds like the Lakers will initially stick with Davis as the lone traditional big in their starting lineup.
2023 Lakers Free Agency Rumors Tracker and Discussion Thread
The Lakers are sure to be active in NBA free agency once again, so we’ll be tracking every single player they are connected to here.
Lakers reportedly have interest in Christian Wood, Bismack Biyombo for 14th roster spot
The Lakers have consistently indicated they want to add another center for their final move of NBA free agency, and Christian Wood and Bismack Biyombo are among the two they reportedly will consider.
What should Lakers fans expect from Jaxson Hayes?
We asked someone who covered Jaxson Hayes’ entire tenure with the Pelicans about what he’ll bring to the Lakers.
Rob Pelinka discusses possibility of LeBron retiring, NBA free agency in ESPN interview
Rob Pelinka explained why the Lakers were "excited" to see a recent LeBron James Instagram post about the team’s NBA free agency additions and more during a broadcast appearance on ESPN.
How much cap space will the Lakers have this summer?
We will be keeping track of the salary cap situation for the Lakers as it updates, and how much usable space the team will have.
What should Lakers fans expect from Taurean Prince?
We asked someone who covered Taurean Prince with the Timberwolves for their thoughts on what he’ll bring to the Lakers.
3 center candidates the Lakers should target
After filling out most of their roster in free agency, the Lakers are reportedly still in search for another center. Here are a few options that can help fill that hole.
Lakers reportedly might bring back Tristan Thompson or Mo Bamba
Tristan Thompson and Mo Bamba are both candidates to serve as the Lakers’ third center — and likely final addition of NBA free agency.
Report: Lakers want another center, will likely leave roster spot open for buyout market
The Lakers have 13 players slated to be under contract next season, and plan to only sign one more (likely a center) to give them midseason flexibility.
Report: Lakers to re-sign D’Angelo Russell
Rather than leave for a second time, D’Angelo Russell is re-signing with the Lakers in NBA free agency.
Lakers will reportedly sign Jaxson Hayes to two-year contract
Jaxson Hayes will join the Lakers in NBA free agency after the Pelicans declined to extend him a qualifying offer to make him a restricted free agent.
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NBA Free Agency: The latest rumors on who Lakers will target + Important Dates
The Lakers are going to be active in NBA free agency, and we’ll be keeping updates on every player they’re linked to or agree to sign here.
Multiple Reports: Mo Bamba ‘has interest in staying with the Lakers’
It sounds like there is a chance the Lakers could keep Mo Bamba, despite cutting him the day before NBA free agency began.
Lakers still reportedly may bring back Malik Beasley, D’Angelo Russell
It sounds like there is still a chance the Lakers run it back with both Malik Beasley and D’Angelo Russell as NBA free agency continues.
Report: The Lakers have officially offered Austin Reaves a max contract
The Lakers have offered Austin Reaves the most money they’re allowed to under the collective bargaining agreement. Now both sides will wait and see if another team comes with a bigger offer in NBA free agency.
Report: Dennis Schröder to leave Lakers for Raptors in NBA free agency
Dennis Schröder is leaving the Lakers in NBA free agency for a second time.
Report: Rui Hachimura to re-sign with Lakers in free agency
Rui Hachimura thrived with the Lakers after a midseason trade, and so it’s no surprise he’s returning to the team in NBA free agency.
Lakers will reportedly sign Cam Reddish to two-year deal
After years of rumors and links, the Lakers are finally bringing in Cam Reddish in NBA free agency.