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The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Dončić from the Dallas Mavericks in February. It was arguably the biggest blockbuster trade in NBA history. Behind Dončić, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves, the Lakers finished last season as the third seed in the rugged Western Conference. JJ Redick's team faced the Minnesota...

In the latest episode of the DallasHoopsJournal.com podcast, April Marie Aguila and Grant Afseth break down the Dallas Wings’ 98–89 victory over the Phoenix Mercury — a game that showcased breakout performances from rookies, a reshaped frontcourt, and key injury updates. Aziaha James led the charge early with 20 first-half...

After the Portland Trail Blazers and Deandre Ayton agreed to a buyout, the first pick in the 2018 NBA Draft received interest from five teams. However, Ayton chose to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, joining forces with LeBron James, Luka Dončić, and Austin Reaves. "Deandre Ayton received exploratory interest from...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, the leading scorer in NBA history, was at the Cleveland Cavaliers' practice facility on Friday.  James took a picture with Cavaliers Summer League rookie Denver Jones. https://twitter.com/theballoutmedia/status/1941181397454160357 James has played for the Cavaliers twice. He led the franchise to its only championship in 2016...

From the opening tip, the Dallas Wings looked like a team determined to prove they were more than their record. Aziaha James poured in a career-high 28 points, Paige Bueckers added 23, and JJ Quinerly posted a career-best 17 as the Wings defeated the Phoenix Mercury 98–89 on Thursday night...

The Los Angeles Lakers got "a few inquiries from eyebrow-raised teams" on LeBron James, according to NBA insiders Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst of ESPN.  "There were a few inquiries from eyebrow-raised teams, sources said, just to gauge whether this was something or nothing. For now, there is no action....

Entering NBA free agency, the expectation was that Al Horford would land with the Golden State Warriors and not return to the Boston Celtics. While Horford has not yet formally agreed to a contract to join the Warriors, sources tell fellow DallasHoopsJournal.com writer Grant Afseth that Horford is still expected...

NBA legend LeBron James picked up his 2025-26 player option with the Los Angeles Lakers worth $52.6 million. However, some people believe James could request a trade from the Lakers after what his agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group, told Shams Charania of ESPN. “LeBron James wants to compete...

NBA veteran Chris Paul is expected to sign with the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Clippers, or Phoenix Suns, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Paul played for the San Antonio Spurs last season. He's not expected to return to the franchise. A top 75 player of all time, Paul was...

The Dallas Mavericks have officially revealed their full roster and game schedule for the 2025 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The headliner: No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, who is set to make his highly anticipated professional debut. Flagg, the 6-foot-9 forward from Duke, will be joined by a...