The Los Angeles Lakers would prefer to avoid trading Austin Reaves this offseason, sources tell The Athletic. The Lakers previously refrained from including Reaves in trade talks in 2023 for Kyrie Irving and again in 2024 for Dejounte Murray. Reaves is entering Year 2 of a four-year, $56 million contract signed with the Lakers last offseason. … [Read more...] about Lakers Prefer To Avoid Trading Austin Reaves
Lakers ‘Nowhere Close’ To Decision On Coach Amid Growing Expectation J.J. Redick Will Be Hired
While it has been reported in a number of places that J.J. Redick is the most likely candidate to become head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports they are "nowhere close" to a decision. Some reports have suggested that ESPN doesn't want Redick announced as the next head coach of the Lakers until after The Finals due to his duties broadcasting the … [Read more...] about Lakers ‘Nowhere Close’ To Decision On Coach Amid Growing Expectation J.J. Redick Will Be Hired
Clippers ‘Determined’ To Retain Paul George, James Harden
The Los Angeles Clippers are "determined" to retain Paul George and James Harden in free agency, reports ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. George will potentially be the top available free agent this offseason and is expected to receive interest from the likes of the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic. Harden was acquired by the Clippers last October and will have a more limited … [Read more...] about Clippers ‘Determined’ To Retain Paul George, James Harden
LeBron James Reportedly Not Involved In Lakers’ Coaching Search
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering hiring J.J. Redick as head coach, but LeBron James is reportedly not driving that candidacy. "I'm told LeBron James is not involved in the Lakers' head coaching search," said Shams Charania. "I reported on it last week: J.J. Redick, James Borrego and Sam Cassell are the lead initial targets. "LeBron James James has made it clear that this … [Read more...] about LeBron James Reportedly Not Involved In Lakers’ Coaching Search
Ty Lue, Clippers Agree To Five-Year, Extension Worth Nearly $70M
Ty Lue and the Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a contract extension that will make him one of the NBA's highest-paid coaches at nearly $70 million over five years. Lawrence Frank negotiated the contract with Andy Miller of Kluth Sports to retain Lue as the Clippers move to their new arena next season. Lue was elevated to head coach of the Clippers in 2020 and guided the … [Read more...] about Ty Lue, Clippers Agree To Five-Year, Extension Worth Nearly $70M