The Golden State Warriors are scheduled to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, October 30. It will be the first time these two teams face off since the fiery season opener that ended in a 127-105 loss for Golden State. Yaxel Lendeborg will have another chance to go up against Luka Doncic, and […]
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Rui Hachimura reveals his disappointment after the Lakers chose not to re‑sign him, opting for Sandro Mamukelashvili instead. Despite wanting a contract extension and being a playoff contributor, Hachimura’s free‑agency talks stalled and he signed with the LA Clippers, returning to Crypto.com Arena on Oct. 23, 2026. He told the California Post that the decision was “on them,” noting the Lakers’ shift toward versatile, dribble‑shooting wings. The move, confirmed by Shams Charania, underscores the Lakers’ roster overhaul ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
The Warriors host the Lakers on Oct. 30 at Chase Center for an NBA Cup Group C opener, a chance for Golden State to avenge their 127-105 loss on opening night. Luka Doncic leads L.A. with 36.0 points, 8.3 assists and a league‑leading 5.3 threes per game, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg—who held Doncic to 1‑of‑6 in the opener—has erupted with 31‑point, 12‑rebound outings and three straight 25‑point games, the first Warrior rookie to do so since Stephen Curry in 2009‑10. Lakers big man Walker Kessler, fresh off a perfect 12‑for‑12 debut, draws a $130 million, four‑year contract and adds 14.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks despite a finger splint. The matchup pits L.A.’s guard duo of Doncic and Austin Reaves (24.4 points, 5.4 assists) against a surging Warriors squad, with Steph Curry’s 44‑point performance still echoing in the background.
The Warriors kick off a six‑game homestand Friday night, hosting the Lakers in the first NBA Cup matchup of the season. Tip‑off is at 7:00 PM PT at the Chase Center and streams on Prime Video. After a 119‑114 win over Minnesota, Stephen Curry leads with a season‑high 44 points, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, who dropped 26 points against the Timberwolves, looks to settle a verbal spat with Luka Dončić in their rematch. Projected starters feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Niang, Green for Golden State and Dončić, Reaves, Grimes, Thybulle, Kessler for LA.
Yaxel Lendeborg made headlines after trash-talking Luka Doncic in his NBA debut against the Lakers. The rookie told Doncic that he couldn’t score on him and later said that he’d lost “all respect” for the Lakers’ star. Now, the two are set to go up against one another again, and Stephen A. Smith has picked […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers don't need Luka Doncic to be a masterful defender, but there's a baseline level he needs to stay at in 2026-27.
Lakers guard Luka Doncic returns from back tightness and is cleared for Friday’s showdown with Golden State, while forward Ziaire Williams, also sidelined Wednesday, is now officially out with a left‑foot injury. Grimes, who earned a $60 million, four‑year deal, steps up off the bench, dropping 23 points, five assists and four steals in a win over the Clippers. New owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are courting minority investors, eyeing $250‑300 million stakes. Meanwhile, 23‑year‑old big man Lawson Lovering signs a two‑year two‑way contract that could run through 2027‑28 if he stays on the roster.
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to add to their win column as they visit the Golden State Warriors on Friday, but they will still be a little short-handed. Forward Ziaire Williams, who missed the Lakers’ win against the LA Clippers on Wednesday, was downgraded to out on the injury report for the game against […]
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The Warriors eye revenge against the Lakers on Oct. 30, 2026, with Luka Dončić cleared to play after missing the opening night clash. Golden State’s only injury concern is Gui Santos, doubtful with left‑knee tendinitis and likely to sit two games. Los Angeles lists Cameron Carr (right oblique strain) and Adou Thiero (left knee) as out, while Ziaire Williams is now out with a foot/heel issue; Walker Kessler is available despite a finger splint. Game tips off at 7:00 p.m. PT on Prime Video.
Getting into the Lakers’ prospective ownership group apparently requires about $250 million. That’s the starting point. Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are offering minority stakes beginning around that figure as they assemble investors for their proposed purchase, according to Ben Horney of Front Office Sports. Four sources told Horney that stakes have been offered for […]
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The Golden State Warriors get a quick shot at revenge. Nine days after the Los Angeles Lakers beat them 127-105 on opening night, the two Pacific Division rivals meet again Friday at Chase Center, this time with NBA Cup stakes. The Lakers should have Luka Doncic back, while the Warriors are still without three key […]
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Josh Kushner and Bob Iger have agreed in principle to buy the Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 billion, and contrary to Bill Simmons’ recent podcast claim, they are not scrambling for billions of dollars. Sources cited by Front Office Sports and The Athletic say Kushian’s group is already attracting minority investors, with stakes offered starting at $250 million and strong demand for participation. The deal is expected to close within months, leaving Kushner as majority owner and Iger as a minority overseer of daily operations, with no financing hurdles in sight.
Bill Simmons claims Josh Kushner is still $5‑6 billion short of the $12.5 billion price tag for the Los Angeles Lakers, noting that Bob Iger is only contributing a minimal $63 million. Simmons suggests the deal’s delays may be blamed on the Buss family while Kushner scrambles to attract extra investors, casting doubt on whether the sale will ever close. The podcast comments, made for a “Aggregate Me” segment, have sparked debate, with Bloomberg reporter Randall Williams citing sources that dispute Simmons’s figures and say extended timelines are typical for such mega‑deals.
Based on how Walker Kessler has been playing, the Los Angeles Lakers may have made the smartest move of the offseason.
Ex-Laker Rui Hachimura's recent remarks show that he wouldn't have worked on the current Lakers squad, even though he's very skilled.
On Oct. 28, 2026, the Lakers gave Jarred Vanderbilt his first meaningful minutes against the Clippers after injuries sidelined Luka Dončić, Ziaire Williams, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr. Substituted for Walker Kessler early in the first quarter, Vanderbilt helped the Lakers swing a 19‑14 deficit into a 25‑22 lead, contributing on both ends with hustle rebounds, defensive pressure on Brook Lopez and overall energy. Coach JJ Redick praised his hard‑nosed play, noting Vanderbilt’s +22 plus‑minus was second‑best on the team. The article argues his performance proves he deserves a larger role, especially as a wing defender rather than a traditional center.
The Los Angeles Lakers' first five games of the 2026-27 NBA season have delivered a handful of lessons to learn from.
Recent reports about the asking prices of Herb Jones, Yves Missi, and others prove the New Orleans Pelicans are not worth the Los Angeles Lakers' time.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has no plans to change his outspoken personality, revealing that he is declining media training as he looks to remain authentic throughout his NBA career. As the Warriors (2-3) prepare to host the Los Angeles Lakers (4-1) in their first NBA Cup matchup Friday night, Lendeborg explained why he […]
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Bill Simmons says Josh Kushner is $5‑6 billion short of the $12.5 billion price to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter, and former Disney CEO Bob Iger is only contributing a minimum $63 million. Simmons, on his podcast, claims Kushner is still hunting for additional investors, which could delay the ownership transfer that was agreed in August after Walter’s surprise sale. The allegations are unverified by Kushner or the Lakers. Meanwhile, the Lakers (4‑1) gear up for their first NBA Cup game against the Golden State Warriors on Friday at 7 p.m. PT on Prime Video.
The $12.5 billion sale of the Lakers was supposed to be a done deal. More than two months later, it still hasn’t closed, and Jeanie Buss’ fight with her siblings has been the obvious explanation. Bill Simmons isn’t so sure that’s the real reason. On a recent episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Simmons claimed […]
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A stunning financial hurdle threatens the Lakers blockbuster sale.
Michael Cooper believes the Los Angeles Lakers should retire LeBron James’ jersey and eventually honor him with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena, telling Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson in an exclusive interview.
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The Toronto Raptors open NBA Cup Group Play with a 30‑point win over a shorthanded Orlando Magic and now face a second‑round showdown that could cement their return to the knockout round. Missing only Kawhi Leonard and rookie center Nate Bittle, Toronto relies on Scottie Barnes’s All‑Star form (20+ ppg, recent double‑double) and the expanded role of Ja’Kobe Walter, while hoping center Jakob Poeltl regains shooting confidence. Their group includes the Bucks, Pistons—who pose the toughest test with strong interior play—and the Nets, positioning the Raptors as early favorites without Leonard. A win tonight tightens the lineup before a three‑game Western road trip against the Lakers, Nuggets and Clippers.
Jalen Smith is turning heads with the Chicago Bulls. The Los Angeles Lakers should revisit an offseason rumor.