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LeBron James contract extension news is official, as the Lakers star has decided to accept a deal with Los Angeles. Lakers rumors had flown for weeks about whether the LeBron extension offer would be accepted or not, but now the Lakers news is official. On today’s show, we break down the LeBron contract extension details, how it impacts Lakers free agency in the future, and more Lakers rumors with Lakers Report host Harrison Graham!

Anthony Davis highlights today’s Lakers trade rumors video, as Chase Senior gives his thoughts on the latest Anthony Davis trade rumors. We’re exploring the topic due to Lakers rumors that surfaced from Heavy.com, who was told by an anonymous exec that some Lakers front office members would prefer to explore Anthony Davis’ trade value. While the biggest of Lakers trade targets has been Kyrie Irving for much of the offseason, does the Anthony Davis news as well as the Kevin Durant news give Los Angeles options to trade for KD or even Donovan Mitchell?

LeBron James is officially eligible for a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, and ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported on Thursday night that “all signs point toward both sides looking to extend their partnership together”. LeBron has already brought one title to Los Angeles, but with his son Bronny expected to reach NBA Draft eligibility in 2024, it remains to be seen how long LeBron will commit to the purple and gold. Harrison Graham has more on today’s edition of the Lakers Report!

Buddy Hield highlights the latest Lakers trade rumors, as many are suggesting he could be joining the Lakers roster. Last year’s NBA free agency period the Lakers decided to trade for Russell Westbrook instead of Buddy Hield, but ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported that the Pacers and Lakers are engaged in trade talks. Lakers Report host Harrison Graham gives his take on the situation on today’s video! Be sure to follow us on NewsBreak today for more free content all offseason.

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a signing in NBA Free Agency, thus adding to the Lakers free agency tracker. According to Chris Haynes, the Lakers have signed center Thomas Bryant, who will have an opportunity to compete for the starting center position on the Lakers roster besides LeBron James, Anthony Davis and for now, Russell Westbrook. Thomas Bryant highlights were down last year because he was coming off a torn ACL, but from 2019-2021, Thomas Bryant stats were: 11.8 PPG, 6.6 RPG, 1.0 BPG, on 60.4 FG%. Chase Senior has more on the Lakers Report by Chat Sports!

Lakers free agency rumors are ON FIRE! Shams Charania ignited the Kyrie Irving-Lakers rumors, reporting that he could hit NBA free agency after talks with the Brooklyn Nets reached an impasse. Should the Lakers trade for Kyrie to reunite him and LeBron James alongside Anthony Davis? Let’s take a look at the latest Lakers trade rumors with Harrison Graham on today’s Lakers Report by Chat Sports video! Do you want Kyrie on the Lakers? Type ‘Y’ for Yes or ‘N’ for No in the comments!

Lakers rumors are red-hot with NBA Free Agency 2022 right around the corner! Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus reported this morning that LeBron has not committed to signing a potential 2-year extension with Los Angeles, saying that “competing executives and agents do not expect the team to get clarity from James ahead of the draft and free agency”. Chase Senior joins the Lakers Report to weigh in on the latest updates from Los Angeles. Should the Lakers extend LeBron James? Type ‘Y’ for Yes or ‘N’ for No in the comments section!

Los Angeles Lakers head coach rumors have swirled ever since they fired Frank Vogel, and now they’re down to 3 potential finalists in Darvin Ham, Terry Stotts and Kenny Atkinson. The latest Lakers rumors suggest all 3 candidates will meet with Rob Pelinka and the Lakers in person this week. Which one of the Lakers head coach candidates will emerge as the next Lakers head coach? Let’s go through our updated (and maybe final) Lakers head coach hot board on today’s Lakers Report video with Chase Senior!

Los Angeles Lakers rumors as the 2022 offseason rolls on for the Lakers still surround the future of Russell Westbrook and the latest Lakers head coaching rumors. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, the chances that Westbrook stays in Los Angeles with the Lakers increases by the day, and finding a partner for a Russell Westbrook trade will be very difficult to find. Will L.A. stick with Russ in the 2022-23 NBA season and try to run it back? Harrison Graham weighs in on today’s Lakers Report video!

Russell Westbrook trade rumors have not stopped since the NBA trade deadline, when the Lakers trade talks stalled with the Houston Rockets. Now that the Lakers offseason is here, could they revisit the John Wall trade for Russ? The Lakers might have to add a 1st round pick to soften the deal given Russ’ hefty player option, which gives some fans pause about pulling the trigger. Chase Senior has more on the Lakers Report by Chat Sports.

Thanks for watching the Lakers Report - let’s break down the latest coaching rumors! Mike Brown is headed to the Sacramento Kings’ head coach opening, which could open the door for Mark Jackson to Los Angeles. Marc Stein, however, reports that their deliberate approach is to wait and see whether Doc Snyder or Quin Snyder become available. Meanwhile, Adrian Wojnarowski and others reported the Lakers’ head coach interviews this weekend: Darvin Ham, Mark Jackson, Terry Stotts and Adrian Griffin have all met with Los Angeles for the job.

LeBron James trade rumors continue to grow this offseason due to the sticky situation Rob Pelinka and the front office are in. Stephen A. Smith said on ESPN’s First Take that it’s time to consider a Lakers trade involving LeBron. While Lakers rumors recently have focused mostly on the LeBron James contract extension that will be offered in August, but Lakers trade rumors could grow if more talk emerges about him declining that new deal. Chase Senior has more on LeBron and the Lakers on today’s Lakers Report video!

The latest Lakers rumors today focus on Darvin Ham, who was recently allowed by the Milwaukee Bucks to interview for the Lakers head coaching job. Ham should be considered as one of the strong Lakers head coach candidates after developing under Mike Budenholzer from 2013-18 with the Atlanta Hawks and the last 4 seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks. Should Rob Pelinka give Ham his first NBA head coaching job or go for more experience? Chase Senior gives his take on today’s Lakers Report video.

The Los Angeles Lakers have their work cut out for them this offseason - with Lakers rumors growing around a Russell Westbrook trade, the Lakers head coach rumors and limited money in NBA Free Agency, Rob Pelinka is feeling the pressure to make the right moves. Russ trade rumors have linked him to the Hornets and Rockets, among others, but the ideal trade might be with the Indiana Pacers for Buddy Hield and Malcolm Brogdon. A potential LeBron James contract extension also looms in the future - of course, if Lakers free agency goes according to plan. Chase Senior breaks down the perfect Lakers offseason on today’s Lakers Report video!

LeBron James rumors are becoming more common around his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which has since sparked some Lakers trade rumors. Fox Sports’ Kevin Wildes joined “The Bill Simmons Podcast” and tossed out a LeBron James trade for Clippers star Paul George. PG is a certified hooper - that much is certain. But with Lakers trade rumors flying around the futures of LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis, is there any chance we can get George in the purple and gold? Chase Senior has more on today’s show.

Frank Vogel is officially fired as the Lakers head coach after 3 seasons, and now the latest Lakers rumors shift to potential Frank Vogel replacements. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN broke the news Monday night, and Chris Haynes confirmed the Lakers notified Vogel of his firing on Tuesday morning. Vogel led the Lakers to an NBA title in 2019-20, but the team’s struggles this season left no option for Jeanie Buss and the front office. Chase Senior has the Frank Vogel news on today’s Lakers Report video.

LeBron James, Anthony Davis AND Russell Westbrook are in the thick of the latest Lakers trade rumors now that they’re out of the NBA Playoffs. LeBron James injury news doesn’t matter anymore, but what about ESPN’s Brian Windhorst saying to keep an eye out for a potential pairing with LeBron and Luka Doncic? The duo would undoubtedly be one of the best in the NBA, but the chances of it actually coming to fruition are slim. Harrison Graham breaks it down and gives his take on the Lakers Report by Chat Sports.

Frank Vogel replacements have been updated as the latest Lakers rumors heat up around his future with the team. With Los Angeles out of the 2022 NBA Playoffs, the Frank Vogel hot seat has only gotten warmer, and reports from ESPN and Bleacher Report continue to suggest that this season will be his last. Quin Snyder and Doc Rivers might lead the list of Lakers head coach candidates, but qualified internal options like David Fizdale or Phil Handy could also be considered. Chase Senior walks you through his Lakers head coach replacements list on today’s Lakers Report video!

Lakers rumors today center around Lakers legend and, recently, “Winning Time” protagonist Magic Johnson, who said on ESPN’s Get Up that the Lakers should keep the trio of LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis this offseason. Los Angeles’ season is falling apart as they fall further out of the playoff race, leading some to believe they’ll consider shopping their stars this offseason. Chase Senior has his take on the latest Lakers news and rumors on this edition of the Lakers Report by Chat Sports!

Lakers trade rumors were red hot earlier this season and as their hopes of making the 2022 NBA Playoffs continue to slip, Anthony Davis trade rumors are hitting the surface. Los Angeles is obviously focusing on the Anthony Davis injury, but ESPN’s Brian Windhorst predicts that discussions will occur this offseason to deal the star. AD has been great whenever he’s been on the court, yet he has missed nearly half of the games during his time in L.A. with injuries. Chase Senior breaks it all down on the Lakers Report by Chat Sports.