The Los Angeles Lakers' Jaxson Hayes and San Antonio Spurs' Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to enter the Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend. Hayes is averaging 6.4 points and 4.0 rebounds on the season. Bryant is averaging 2.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in his rookie year. Three-time winner Mac McClung will not participate in the competition this year. All-Star Weekend … [Read more...] about Jaxson Hayes, Carter Bryant To Enter Dunk Contest
Lakers, Cap Space Teams Preparing Restricted Free Agency Interest In Peyton Watson
Denver Nuggets swingman Peyton Watson has emerged as a major restricted free agency target for teams with projected cap space this summer, including the Los Angeles Lakers. Rival executives are increasingly curious about Denver's ability to retain the fourth-year player following his recent breakout performance amid the team's injury struggles. Watson's restricted free agency … [Read more...] about Lakers, Cap Space Teams Preparing Restricted Free Agency Interest In Peyton Watson
Lakers Explore Trading 2031 Or 2032 First Rounder For Multiple FRPs
The Los Angeles Lakers have explored breaking up either their 2031 or 2032 first round pick in exchange for multiple first round picks, sources tell ESPN. The Lakers would potentially have more optionality by having multiple first round picks of lesser value than one beyond the expiring contracts of Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent and Maxi Kleber. The Lakers' most glaring need is … [Read more...] about Lakers Explore Trading 2031 Or 2032 First Rounder For Multiple FRPs
Lawrence Frank, Clippers Agree To Four-Year Extension
Lawrence Frank and the Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a multiyear contract extension believed to be four seasons. Frank has been president of the Clippers' front office since 2017 and won NBA executive of the year in 2020. Frank was previously reported to be on the verge of an extension earlier this season when they were 6-16. The Clippers are also expected to sign other … [Read more...] about Lawrence Frank, Clippers Agree To Four-Year Extension
Immanuel Quickley, Luka Doncic Named NBA’s Players Of Week 14
Immanuel Quickley and Luka Doncic have been named the NBA's Players of the Week for Week 14. Quickley helped the Raptors to a perfect 4-0 record last week, averaging a team-high 25.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 2.0 steals and 33.9 minutes in four games. Doncic had three 30-point performances, including one triple-double and two double-doubles. Over the three-game … [Read more...] about Immanuel Quickley, Luka Doncic Named NBA’s Players Of Week 14