Windhorst It would take a little bit of maneuvering and Kyrie Irving would probably have to not take the max or the Lakers would have to work on something with Dallas but they can get there They can keep Austin Reeves and get Kyrie

Brian Windhorst on LeBron future I have specifically spoken to people on both sides of the negotiation what do you think his value is in the 2026-27 NBA season' Warriors or you know the Cavs or Team X would take him for the Mid Level Exception or the minimum

NBA Today The sense around the Lakers is that Austin Reaves is actually the one that's further along than Luka Doncic in their respective rehab processes I am told Austin Reaves has started 1 on 1 on court work The Lakers are not expecting Luka Doncic to be back in this series

McMenamin The Los Angeles Lakers could initiate a sign-and-trade that would help LeBron James return to Cleveland in exchange for Jarrett Allen This trade would allow James to make more than the midlevel exception 151M if he stayed with the Lakers

Haynes At least one of Sam Presti Tim Connelly or Brad Stevens would listen regarding the Dallas Mavericks open General Manager position

Thunder fan talking trash to Luka Doncic while he's hurt and Austin Reaves comes to his defense

Chris Haynes on the Mavs next potential GM I just got a text From a very credible individual whos listening One of those guys on the wishlist Brad Stevens Tim Connelly Sam Presti Would listen