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Dallas Mavericks make major decision on head coach Jason Kidd

Changes keep on coming in the Dallas Mavericks organization, and this time it is regarding head coach Jason Kidd. On Tuesday, the Mavericks announced that they have parted ways with Kidd after five seasons as the head coach. Kidd finishes with a 205-205 record, including two playoff appearances and an NBA Finals appearance. We have … The post Dallas Mavericks make major decision on head coach Jason Kidd appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers Face $20 Million Problem Before NBA Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers enter this offseason with a long list of decisions to make. Luka Doncic is the foundation. LeBron James is weighing his future. Austin Reaves is heading toward unrestricted free agency. Every dollar spent this summer carries weight.Now there is another complication to add to the mix.One of their most important contributors […] The post Lakers Face $20 Million Problem Before NBA Free Agency appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lakers Get More Bad News as Luka Dončić’s Closest Coach Draws Rival Interest

The Lakers’ offseason just got more complicated as Luka Dončić’s trusted coach emerges as a target in a rival search. The post Lakers Get More Bad News as Luka Dončić’s Closest Coach Draws Rival Interest appeared first on HEAVY.

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How many points did Lakers’ Luka Doncic get in 2026 NBA MVP voting

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic found out where he finished in the rankings for the 2025-26 NBA MVP race on Sunday. Doncic completed the eighth season of his NBA career, his second with the Lakers. He has fully settled in as the team’s top star following his departure from the Dallas Mavericks, continuing […] The post How many points did Lakers’ Luka Doncic get in 2026 NBA MVP voting appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic Gets Zero First-Place MVP Votes Despite Leading NBA in Scoring

The NBA announced on Sunday that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is this season’s Most Valuable Player. Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets and Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs finished second and third, respectively.In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, the league also shared the complete voting results from […] The post Luka Doncic Gets Zero First-Place MVP Votes Despite Leading NBA in Scoring appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lakers Most Realistic Trade Package For Trey Murphy Proposed

Many pundits view Trey Murphy as the best new talent that the Los Angeles Lakers can realistically add this offseason, but it will likely come at a high price. The New Orleans Pelicans had another failed season and could look to make changes. Multiple young assets can restart their timeline, if they choose to move […] The post Lakers Most Realistic Trade Package For Trey Murphy Proposed appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lakers rumors: NBA insiders think LeBron James should be paid whatever he wants, with caveats

Following the recent playoff exit of the Los Angeles Lakers, analyst Kenny Smith dismissed the idea that the franchise has taken LeBron James for granted. Speaking on First Take, Smith drew from his experiences playing alongside Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon, emphasizing that true icons do not focus on minor perks or “cookies,” such as […] The post Lakers rumors: NBA insiders think LeBron James should be paid whatever he wants, with caveats appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers rumors: Marc Stein drops revelation about LeBron James possibly playing 25 seasons

Following a second-round sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder, former Lakers player and coach Byron Scott believes the organization must make the difficult decision to part ways with LeBron James. Scott argues that the partnership has “run its course” and that the Lakers should prioritize building around younger talents such as Luka Doncic and Austin […] The post Lakers rumors: Marc Stein drops revelation about LeBron James possibly playing 25 seasons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Linked to 2 Major Thunder Stars to Pair With Luka Doncic

The 2026 offseason will see many NBA stars enter the free agency market and several franchises will compete for their signatures.  The Los Angeles Lakers fresh off a second-round playoff sweep are expected to be active in the free agency market. Just as the playoffs exposed some flaws, they need depth and complementary pieces for […] The post Lakers Linked to 2 Major Thunder Stars to Pair With Luka Doncic appeared first on HEAVY.

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Kenny Smith reveals why LA hasn’t taken LeBron James for granted

In the days following the Los Angeles Lakers’ elimination from the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the major storyline has revolved around what LeBron James is going to do next. There’s been no shortage of reports and rumors with some suggesting that the Lakers have taken James’ presence on the team for granted. But […] The post Kenny Smith reveals why LA hasn’t taken LeBron James for granted appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"Lakers have a better chance at a championship without Luka" – Brandon Jennings proposes a spectacular Luka Doncic trade – Basketball Network

"Lakers have a better chance at a championship without Luka" - Brandon Jennings proposes a spectacular Luka Doncic trade  Basketball Network

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"Do I want to keep going to war with a pistol?" – Gilbert Arenas blasts Luka for reportedly preferring Austin Reaves over Giannis Antetokounmpo – Basketball Network

"Do I want to keep going to war with a pistol?" - Gilbert Arenas blasts Luka for reportedly preferring Austin Reaves over Giannis Antetokounmpo  Basketball Network

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