Ron Gutterman

4 days ago | lakersnation.com | Ron Gutterman

The Los Angeles Lakers certainly weren’t expecting to be sent home in five games in their first-round matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. While they knew Minnesota would be a challenge, the series eventually turned into top bench players like Gabe Vincent getting almost completely ousted from the rotation, leaning on one five-man lineup to keep the team afloat. The Lakers now know they have some work to do in order to be serious contenders in 2025-26.

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Ron Gutterman

The 2025 NBA Draft takes place at the end of June and is expected to bring some high-level talent into the league. The most notable of these new players is Duke University forward Cooper Flagg, who has been one of the most hyped prospects since his high school days and has been the surefire No. 1 pick in this draft for years. He is among the most hyped No. 1 prospects since Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Flagg joins Victor Wembanyama and Zion Williamson in that category of top overall picks.

5 days ago | lakersnation.com | Ron Gutterman

The 2025 NBA Draft takes place at the end of June and is expected to bring some high-level talent into the league. The most notable of these new players is Duke University forward Cooper Flagg, who has been one of the most hyped prospects since his high school days and has been the surefire No. 1 pick in this draft for years. He is among the most hyped No. 1 prospects since Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

6 days ago | lakersnation.com | Ron Gutterman

As has been the case for several years now, the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers comes with major questions about the future of one of its big stars in LeBron James. James has been effectively doing one-year deals for the last couple seasons, meaning that retirement is a potential consideration every summer for the superstar. It makes sense, as James is now 40 and coming off of his 22nd NBA campaign.

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | Ron Gutterman

Hachimura is providing 150 Japanese teenagers with the opportunity of a lifetime to receive coaching from him and other top-tier basketball minds for three days. According to the website, the camp includes three days of instruction with one meal provided per day, one free hotel room and a spectator pass for anyone to come watch. Compared to similar camps in the United States, it is relatively cheap as well, costing around $350 for the entire three days.