This week, ESPN's Jeremy Woo put out his first mock for the 2026 draft. As it pertains to the Lakers, they are predicted to pick in the mid-twenties and walk away with St. John's standout Zuby Ejiofor.

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ESPN spoke to more than 10 people inside and outside the Lakers organization, and Ayton's learning curve and his relationship with the Lakers' veteran star is just one of the ripple effects those sources will be watching as James returns to form.

ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin shared a story that involved a Western Conference Executive expressing disbelief in Ayton’s ability to succeed with the Lakers ( via ESPN ).

Back in 2023, the Lakers pulled off a three-team trade, sending Russell Westbrook to Minnesota and Utah. The headlines weren’t just about the trade, it

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of multiple NBA teams that have been asked to surrender "documents and records" to the league as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal gambling operations, The Athletic and ESPN reported Sunday.

In LeBron James' season debut, the Lakers struggled when both he and Luka Dončić were on the floor. It could take time to fully integrate LeBron.