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Lakers Sale Brings Front-Office Uncertainty as Iger and Kushner Take Ownership
business21 days ago

Lakers Sale Brings Front-Office Uncertainty as Iger and Kushner Take Ownership

The Lakers have agreed to a sale to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, with team president Rob Pelinka reportedly empowered to continue leading the front office under owner Mark Walter, though his tenure may hinge on the next six months as the new ownership group sets direction. The report notes a potential role for recently retired Chris Paul, connected to Iger, while Luka Dončić voiced support for the new owners after not being consulted prior to the deal. LeBron James’s decision to stay could depend on ownership dynamics and communication post-sale. Financing is expected to rely on Thrive and a broader investor group, with tax considerations potentially influencing timing. Overall, the sale signals major changes and continued questions about the Lakers’ basketball leadership.

via Hoops Rumors|
#bob-iger#business#joshua-kushner
Lakers Tap Ramadas as First Assistant GM, Focusing on Strategy and Analytics
sports3 months ago

Lakers Tap Ramadas as First Assistant GM, Focusing on Strategy and Analytics

The Los Angeles Lakers have hired Rohan Ramadas as the first of two assistant general managers, placing him on the strategy/analytics side under president Rob Pelinka as the front office expands. Ramadas comes from the New Orleans Pelicans with a background in analytics and operations (and aerospace engineering), and the team plans a second assistant GM to handle player/draft evaluation.

via Lakers Nation|
#analytics#lakers#nba
LeBron Felt Overlooked as Pelinka Gifted the Milestone Ball to Redick
sports3 months ago

LeBron Felt Overlooked as Pelinka Gifted the Milestone Ball to Redick

LeBron James spent a season as a third option behind Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, missed Opening Night due to injury, and felt undervalued when Rob Pelinka handed the game ball to JJ Redick after a milestone win. Despite the tension, there’s mutual interest in his return next season, and the Lakers showed they can contend when he embraced the third-option role, leaving a pivotal offseason with several moving parts.

via Lakers Nation|
#jj-redick#lebron-james#los-angeles-lakers
Lakers push to re-sign LeBron and Reaves for a Doncic-centered future
sports3 months ago

Lakers push to re-sign LeBron and Reaves for a Doncic-centered future

At Lakers exit interviews, the team signaled it wants LeBron James and Austin Reaves to return next season to team up with Luka Dončić, with James weighing whether to play another year or retire and Reaves opting out of his $14.8 million contract; Pelinka said the organization intends to honor James and keep Reaves, while continuing to build around Dončić, who led the league in scoring and signed a three-year, $165 million extension last summer.

via Los Angeles Times|
#austin-reaves#lebron-james#los-angeles-lakers
Lakers Coaching Search Intensifies with New Candidates and Interviews
sports2 years ago

Lakers Coaching Search Intensifies with New Candidates and Interviews

The Los Angeles Lakers are intensifying their search for a new head coach, with New Orleans assistant coach James Borrego scheduled for in-person interviews. Borrego, who has a strong reputation for his offensive strategies, is among several candidates being considered, including former NBA player JJ Redick and assistants Sam Cassell and Jared Dudley. The search, led by Lakers GM Rob Pelinka, is crucial as the team looks to fill the vacancy following the firing of Darvin Ham.

via Los Angeles Times|
#coaching-search#james-borrego#lakers
Spencer Dinwiddie Chooses Lakers Over Mavericks: Unveils Reasons
sports2 years ago

Spencer Dinwiddie Chooses Lakers Over Mavericks: Unveils Reasons

Spencer Dinwiddie chose to join the Los Angeles Lakers over the Dallas Mavericks after being traded to the Toronto Raptors and subsequently waived. He cited the Lakers' winning mentality and the pressure to perform for his hometown team as reasons for his decision. Dinwiddie was impressed by Lakers' vice president Rob Pelinka and felt the vibe was right with the team. He will be available to play against the Detroit Pistons and is expected to acclimate quickly with the help of coach Darvin Ham.

via ESPN|
#career-decision#los-angeles-lakers#nba
"Lakers' Trade Deadline Inactivity: Winning Move or Missed Opportunity?"
sports2 years ago

"Lakers' Trade Deadline Inactivity: Winning Move or Missed Opportunity?"

The Lakers chose not to make any trades at the NBA deadline, a decision that pleased the team's management but left LeBron James disappointed. By refusing to trade valuable assets for marginal improvements, the Lakers signaled a shift away from prioritizing immediate success over long-term sustainability. This decision could potentially lead to James leaving the team after this season, as he seeks another championship opportunity elsewhere. The team's future now hinges on building around younger stars and maintaining financial flexibility, while James faces the challenge of leading a team that may not meet his championship aspirations.

via Yahoo Sports|
#lakers#lebron-james#nba
"Spencer Dinwiddie Joins Lakers for Playoff Push Amid Summer Trade Targets"
sports2 years ago

"Spencer Dinwiddie Joins Lakers for Playoff Push Amid Summer Trade Targets"

Free agent guard Spencer Dinwiddie is set to join the Los Angeles Lakers after clearing waivers, following his trade from the Brooklyn Nets to the Toronto Raptors and subsequent release. The 10-year veteran, who attended the Lakers' recent game, is expected to provide playmaking and depth to the team, reuniting with former teammate D'Angelo Russell. Dinwiddie, a Los Angeles native, chose the Lakers over the Mavericks and will make approximately $1.5 million for the remainder of the season.

via ESPN|
#free-agency#los-angeles-lakers#nba