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Lakers explore options to build around Luka Doncic this offseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 12:32 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Lakers explore options to build around Luka Doncic this offseason

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are focused on enhancing their roster around Luka Doncic after losing LeBron James. The team acquired Walker Kessler through a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz and is now considering additional moves. Discussions continue regarding Jonathan Kuminga, whose contract demands have stalled negotiations. With Kuminga appearing less likely to join, the Lakers may pivot to trade talks for Kyle Kuzma or De'Andre Hunter. The franchise aims to finalize its roster to meet league limits before making further additions.

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What We Know

•Lakers lost LeBron James, prompting roster changes.
•Walker Kessler acquired from Utah Jazz in sign-and-trade.
•Kuminga remains a priority but contract talks are stalled.
•Lakers may consider trading for Kuzma or Hunter.
•Lakers exceeded league roster limit and need to make trades.

Latest Updates

12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Linked to New $180 Million Star Wing Duo to Build Around Luka Doncic

What they're saying

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The push to put the best collection of talent around Luka Doncic this offseason continues for the Los Angeles Lakers. It is hard to fault the Lakers for the summer they’ve had after losing LeBron James. Although losing Rui Hachimura, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard were especially painful for fans, the franchise recouped plenty of depth […] The post Lakers Linked to New $180 Million Star Wing Duo to Build Around Luka Doncic appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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