Lakers coverage

Smart Move? How Much Marcus Smart Helps the Lakers

A deep-dive into the newest Lakers addition—defense, offense, fit and more.

4 hrs ago •

Offseason Mailbag: Luka’s Summer, AD’s Fit, and Ayton’s Efficiency

Your questions on EuroBasket, Mavericks frontcourt fit, more Lakers offseason moves, and other summer storylines

Jul 17 •

Mavs-Lakers, Cooper Flagg and Other Summer League Notes

Flagg, Nembhard, Knecht, Bronny and other observations

Jul 11 •

The Intriguing Case of Jake LaRavia and the Connector Archetype

Data deep-dive and other observations on the Lakers’ new wing addition

Jul 10 •

Deandre Ayton and the Lakers: Short-Term Fix or Long-Term Solution?

A breakdown of a player with undeniable talent and equally persistent questions

Jul 4 •

Offseason Notes: Early Reactions to Day 1 of Free Agency

Jake LaRavia, D’Angelo Russell, the Rockets getting even bigger, and more

Jul 1 •

Offseason Notes: Thoughts on Day 1 of the Draft and the Offseason Moves So Far

Lakers, Mavs, and other offseason thoughts around the NBA

Jun 26 •

Key Offseason Dates for the Lakers, Mavs, and Luka

Free agency, player options, team options, extensions, and other key upcoming milestones

Jun 22 •

Talking Lakers and Luka: How to Build the Team Around Dončić

An hour with Jovan Buha (The Athletic) on his podcast, talking how to build around Luka.

Jun 18 •

Building a defense around Luka Dončić: What's Possible, What's Required

Seven seasons, endless combinations of teammates and lineups. What they teach us about building a defense around Luka.

Jun 11 •

NBA Trends, Part III: The Rise of Skilled Size

Playoff lessons, counters to pressure, and the evolution of offense

Jun 3 •

Draft Data Deep Dive, Part II: Athletic Wings and Second-Round Gems for the Lakers

Let’s talk data, models, and other insights on athletic wings, bigs, and low-risk gambles

May 27 •

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