Heat forward Andrew Wiggins was linked to the Lakers earlier in the offseason as a potential trade candidate, but Dan Woike of The Athletic suggested during an appearance on The Zach Lowe Show podcast (YouTube link) that he’s not anticipating Wiggins to be sent to Los Angeles. “(The Lakers) are not interested in Andrew Wiggins,” Woike said when Lowe brought up the subject (hat … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Lakers, Wiggins, Bazley, Kings, Carter, Livers
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Lakers, James Haven’t Held Trade Or Buyout Discussions
Despite rampant speculation about LeBron James‘ future with the Lakers, it’s expected that he will be with the organization for training camp, Dan Woike and Joe Vardon of The Athletic report. Those expectations come from both members of the Lakers organization and people close to the 40-year-old superstar. There have been no discussions regarding trade or buyout scenarios … [Read more...] about Lakers, James Haven’t Held Trade Or Buyout Discussions
Clippers Open Up Ability To Sign Both Chris Paul, Bradley Beal
The Los Angeles Clippers have interest in signing both Chris Paul and Bradley Beal this offseason. The Clippers have been linked with Paul and Beal, but they are not facing an either or scenario after completing a number of roster moves to create the roster spots and cap mechanisms to add both. The Clippers are $8.9 million under the first apron hard cap with three open roster … [Read more...] about Clippers Open Up Ability To Sign Both Chris Paul, Bradley Beal
Reacts: Will LeBron James finish the season as a Laker?
Photo by David Berding/Getty Images There have been a ton of rumors regarding LeBron James, but will he ultimately remain a Laker this year? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Los Angeles Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed … [Read more...] about Reacts: Will LeBron James finish the season as a Laker?
Lakers to play Nuggets on Friday for their final Summer League game
Photo by Logan Riely /NBAE via Getty Images The NBA has announced that the Lakers will take on the Nuggets on Friday for their final Las Vegas Summer League game. The NBA has released Friday’s slate of Las Vegas Summer League games, and the Lakers are set to play the Nuggets. This will be the fourth and final game the purple and gold will play in Las Vegas. The matchup … [Read more...] about Lakers to play Nuggets on Friday for their final Summer League game