Lakers

LeBron signs massive contract extension with the Lakers

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3 years ago

August 17, 2022

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LeBron signs massive contract extension with the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have secured their top player for another two seasons as the two have come to terms contractually. The two-year deal is set to keep LeBron James in L.A. till the 2024-25 season – player option attached in that season.

Over those two seasons, James will be making $97.1 million dollars. He creates NBA History by surpassing Kevin Durant to become the highest-paid player in guaranteed money. The money? It comes out to being $532 million dollars.

This signing should not shock anyone as it has been rumored to get done for a while now. Multiple meetings took place between the Lakers and LeBron, with everything being official, this team can focus on winning another championship.

Lakers

Rob Pelinka Signs Extension With The Lakers

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6 days ago

April 18, 2025

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Rob Pelinka Signs Extension With The Lakers

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, a day before the NBA postseason begins, the Los Angeles Lakers have taken care of business and have signed general manager Rob Pelinka to a new contract extension.

However, beyond just operating the front office, he will assume the role of president of basketball operations. A huge promotion after hiring head coach JJ Redick and landing acclaimed superstar Luka Doncic in the same season.

“For eight seasons, I have relied on Rob’s vision and leadership to do what’s best for the Lakers organization,” said Lakers Governor Jeanie Buss. “I value his partnership and professionalism and believe in his ability to deliver championship-caliber basketball for Los Angeles and Lakers fans everywhere.”

Pelinka has been with the Los Angeles organization since 2017, the same year they hired Magic Johnson. When Magic left in 2019, Pelinka assumed all responsibility of being the top decision-maker.

At this time, it is unclear how long the extension was signed for.

Celtics

Celtics-Lakers Is NBA’s Highest Viewed Game In Seven Years

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1 month ago

March 11, 2025

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The rivalry is still alive and well with the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers. The NBA have released the numbers for this past Saturday’s spectacle and it was the highest game in seven years.

Quick note, this was the highest viewed game excluding Christmas Day games.

Saturday’s game saw an average of 4.61 million viewers and peaked at 5.3 million viewers.

This game saw Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown take on LeBron James and Luka Doncic; two of the league’s best duos currently.

Despite Los Angeles losing, LeBron and Luka combined for 56 points, 22 rebounds, and 12 assists.

Fans saw Tatum and Brown counteract that with 71 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists.

A very incredible, historic night for a historic rivalry.

Lakers

LeBron James (Groin) Out At Least 1-2 Weeks

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1 month ago

March 10, 2025

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LeBron James (Groin) Out At Least 1-2 Weeks

According to the Los Angeles Lakers, confirmed by ESPN’s Shams Charania, LeBron James is out for at least the next week or two after suffering a strained groin.

The injury occurred midway through the fourth quarter of their game against the Boston Celtics. After sustaining the injury, James was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.

For Los Angeles fans, LeBron says this injury isn’t as severe as his 2018 groin injury, which cost him multiple weeks of playing time.

LeBron’s Lakers are 40-22 on the season, with them holding the 2nd seed in the West.