Deandre Ayton's arrival in Los Angeles comes at a turbulent period, as the Lakers' newest addition revealed that he has yet to receive a welcome message from LeBron James amid ongoing tensions with the team's front office.

Davante Adams believes Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James would've been one of the best receivers of all time if he stuck with football.

How ESPN's Brian Windhorst trolled the Lakers' front office over no reaction to LeBron James opting into the 2025-26 campaign.

However, the four-time NBA champion received a frightening retirement prediction from his son, Bryce James. "I ain't gonna lie that's OD (overdose-doing too much)," the Arizona freshman said on Instagram Live in response to a comment about him potentially joining his father in the league in 2026.

After a tumultuous rookie season, all eyes are on Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James as he heads into Year 2 as a pro. James, who averaged 2.3 points, 0.8 assists, and 0.7 rebounds per game while playing 6.

Newest Laker Deandre Ayton explains why he chose to play for the Lakers and how he will fit in with LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

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