Jaxson Hayes, lamenting USA Basketball's lack of open tryouts, is keen to play with Lakers teammate Luka Doncic on the Slovenian national team, which allows one naturalized citizen on its roster for international competitions.

The Golden State Warriors saw the Los Angeles Lakers twice during their five-game preseason schedule, but will see them to start the season for the second half

The New York Knicks cut ties with three players, two of which having played for the Los Angeles Lakers, as opening night looms.

During the 1948-49 season, Don Smith, a 6-foot-2 wing, played for the Lakers after a stint at the University of Minnesota. He appeared in eight games and had a total of six points and two assists. That would be it as far as his career in the league, but he did get himself a championship ring during his lone season with the Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers' roster moves this summer have apparently befuddled rival league front offices. In a new poll of NBA general managers by NBA.com's John S

The Los Angeles Lakers have some real concerns as they approach the season, according to NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony.

The Lakers gain confidence as Marcus Smart rebounds with a vintage performance, proving his value ahead of the new season.

It is all happening in Houston, and the sparks have reached all the way down to Los Angeles. Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year $90 million extension with the Houston Rockets.