Susan Reeves+FollowShould the Lakers Bring Back The Mitten?Is it time for the LakeShow to give Gary Payton II—aka The Mitten—another shot? After proving his worth as a defensive spark plug with the Warriors, Payton’s still unsigned for 2025-26. With the Dubs and Lakers always battling for Western Conference supremacy, imagine the rivalry if Rob Pelinka swoops in for this ex-hidden gem. Payton’s energy and defense could be the edge LA needs. Would you want him back in purple and gold, or should the Warriors keep their secret weapon? #Sports #Basketball #Lakers93Share
summersivan+FollowKing James Wants New NBA Award?Did you catch King James' latest idea? LeBron is calling for the NBA to add an Offensive Player of the Year award, just like the NFL. He’s got a point—MVP voting is always a debate, and sometimes the league’s best scorer gets overlooked if their team isn’t on top. Imagine if both LeBron and Luka could snag some extra hardware for their insane stats! Do you think the NBA should make this change? #Sports #Basketball #Lakers10Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowShould the Lakers sign Kevin Love next?Adding Kevin Love to the Lakers could be the missing piece for next season’s roster. With Deandre Ayton and Luka Doncic already shaking things up, there’s just one spot left—and Love, a five-time All-Star with championship experience alongside LeBron, is eyeing LA. His leadership and playoff know-how could be huge for the team’s younger players, even if he’s not logging big minutes. But should the Lakers wait for Love’s buyout, or chase someone else if the opportunity comes up? Would you want to see Love in purple and gold, or is there a better fit out there? Let’s hear your take! #Sports #Basketball #Lakers01Share
Nicole Obrien+FollowKeon Ellis: Next Defensive Star in LA or SF?Looks like the Lakers and Dubs are in a tug-of-war for Keon Ellis, the Kings’ defensive ace. The Purple and Gold already grabbed Marcus Smart thanks to Luka’s push, but rumors say they’re eyeing Ellis too—maybe overkill? Meanwhile, Dub Nation’s hopes for Ellis are fading, with Sacramento holding tight and Kuminga drama unresolved. Would swapping Gabe Vincent and a pick for Ellis make sense for LA, or should they chase more shooting? This rivalry’s heating up on and off the court! #Sports #Basketball #Lakers00Share
Alexis Nicholson+FollowLuka’s Glow-Up Inspires Lakers ShakeupLuka Dončić showed up to Lakers camp looking seriously slimmed down—and now the whole squad’s catching the fitness bug. Even Marcus Smart is hopping on the conditioning train, and Jarred Vanderbilt plus Maxi Kleber are finally healthy. The Lakers are making “championship shape” their new identity. If Luka keeps this up, and Smart’s back to DPOY form, the purple and gold could shock everyone this season. Is this the LeBron effect or what? #Fitness #Lakers #LukaDoncic20Share
Amy Tanner+FollowSmart to Lakers: Payton II’s Next Move?Laker Nation just landed Marcus Smart, the 2022 DPOY, on a two-year deal—leaving Dub fans wondering what’s next for The Mitten, Gary Payton II. With Melton likely heading back to the Bay and Smart locking down L.A.’s perimeter, Payton’s options seem to be shrinking fast. Will he return to Golden State, or is a new chapter on the horizon? This move could shake up the whole West guard rotation! #Sports #Basketball #Lakers10Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowIs King James Losing His Lakers Grip?Kendrick Perkins just dropped a bomb on the 'Road Trippin' podcast, claiming LeBron's era of running the Lakers is over. With Anthony Davis gone and a new ownership group stepping in, Perkins says Luka Doncic and Bill Duffy are the new power players in LA. Is this the end of the Klutch Sports influence? Lakers fans, what do you think—are we witnessing a true power shift or just offseason drama? #Sports #Basketball #Lakers00Share
Brian Gaines+FollowWill Luka Chase the Supermax in LA?Laker Nation, things are heating up! Rumor has it the Purple & Gold have a secret weapon to keep Luka Magic in LA—offering him a rare no-trade clause, just like King James. After the Mavs blindsided him, you know Luka’s thinking about control and legacy. Will he chase the supermax and lock in with the Lakers, or test free agency waters? This could be a game-changer for both sides. What do you think—should the Lakers go all-in for Luka? #Sports #Basketball #Lakers00Share
Brian Gaines+FollowHood-Schifino: Lakers’ Draft Miss or Just Bad Luck?Laker Nation, what do you think about Jalen Hood-Schifino’s rough start in the league? After being picked 17th, he never found his groove in LA or Utah and now sits unsigned three weeks into free agency. Was this just another draft misfire during the King James era, or did the front office make the right call moving on? With the Luka trade reshaping the roster, it’s clear the Lakers are looking forward, not back. #Sports #Basketball #Lakers11Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowIs THT’s NBA Journey Already Over?Remember when THT was the Lakers’ untouchable gem? Now, just a few seasons after being hyped as a future star, Talen Horton-Tucker can’t find a roster spot. After stints with the Jazz and Bulls, his numbers and impact have faded, and he’s barely a blip in free agency talks. Did the Lakers front office give up too soon, or was the hype always too much? Curious to hear if anyone thinks THT can still carve out a role somewhere, or is this the end of the road for the former LakeShow favorite? #Sports #Basketball #Lakers21Share
