Rich Paul gave advance notice to both the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James' teammates before releasing a statement about James' championship aspirations alongside news that the superstar was exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Paul's comments immediately sparked speculation that James could be exploring a potential trade from the Lakers, though … [Read more...] about Rich Paul Gave Lakers, Luka Doncic Advanced Notice On LeBron Statement, Rest Of NBA Surprised
James Harden Declines Option, Signs Two-Year, $81.5M Contract With Clippers
James Harden has declined his player option and has agreed to sign a new two-year, $81.5 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Harden was traded to the Clippers during the 2023-24 season and re-signed on a two-year, $70 million contract. Harden and the Clippers have a mutual option for Year 2 with a partial guarantee should the team decline it. Harden now aligns with … [Read more...] about James Harden Declines Option, Signs Two-Year, $81.5M Contract With Clippers
Lakers Pick Up $2.3M Team Option For Jordan Goodwin
The Los Angeles Lakers have picked up the $2.3 million team option for Jordan Goodwin for the 2025-26 season. Goodwin's contract now becomes lightly guaranteed upon having his option picked up. Los Angeles signed Goodwin from his two-way contract in late-March. The 6-foot-3 combo guard played well for the Lakers last season. Goodwin averaged 5.6 points and 3.9 rebounds. The … [Read more...] about Lakers Pick Up $2.3M Team Option For Jordan Goodwin
Nicolas Batum Declining $4.9M Player Option With Clippers
LA Clippers forward Nicolas Batum is declining his $4.9 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Batum will now be an unrestricted free agent on July 1. Batum and the Clippers have interest in signing a new contract. LA can give Batum a modest bump in salary to $5.6 million using his non-Bird rights. The Clippers could also use a portion of their Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level … [Read more...] about Nicolas Batum Declining $4.9M Player Option With Clippers
Augustas Marciulionis, Lakers Agree To Exhibit 10 Deal
Augustas Marciulionis has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Marciulionis missed the pre-draft process due to a foot injury, but is expected to be healthy in late July. Marciulionis avareged 14.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.3 steals in 34.9 minutes across 35 games in his senior season at Saint Mary's. Marciulionis won WCC Player of the … [Read more...] about Augustas Marciulionis, Lakers Agree To Exhibit 10 Deal