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Rob Pelinka’s ambiguous response about LeBron’s future sparks debates

The new NBA season is approaching quickly, and a cloud of uncertainty hovers over Los Angeles Lakers fans concerning one of their last great icons: LeBron James.Will James remain tied to the Lakers next year? For now, that question does not have a clear answer. At least not from Rob Pelinka, the team's president of basketball operations.LeBron James cuts Kai Cenat's dreads as stream hits over 1 million viewers!LeBron is entering his 23rd season in the NBA, and it remains unknown whether, at the conclusion of the 2025-26 campaign, he will continue playing or decide it is finally the right moment to end his career. Many analysts believe he still has the competitive hunger and could push for more.The arrival of Luka Doncic pushes LeBron into a secondary roleEarlier this year, the Lakers acquired Luka Doncic from Dallas, a move […]

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Vanessa Bryant openly shows that she has a very close relationship with Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka

Vanessa Bryant has honored the legacy of her late husband, Kobe Bryant, by maintaining close ties with core people of his life, and among them is the Los Angeles Lakers' Rob Pelinka, as they met up recently.Pelinka, now the team's general manager, was an integral part of Kobe's success on the NBA court by helping him the platform on the hardwood to dominate the game in the post-Michael Jordan period.And his connection with the Bryant family has remained strong in both personal and professional spheres, despite the 2020 helicopter accident in Calabasas that cost the hooper and his daughter, Gianna, their lives.And he proves he remains a support network to the family this week, as Vanessa shared a photo on Instagram alongside the NBA executive, taken in LA with a backdrop that featured the iconic Mamba logo and a customized […]

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Lakers’ Rob Pelinka travels 6,000 miles to back Luka Doncic at EuroBasket

When Luka Doncic laced up for Slovenia ahead of EuroBasket 2025, he didn't just have his national teammates in the gym-he also had a surprise cheering section from Los Angeles. Lakers GM Rob Pelinka and controlling owner Jeanie Buss flew to Poland this week, a gesture Doncic admitted "meant a lot" as he prepared for the tournament opener.Doncic, who is entering his first full season with the Lakers, has been under the spotlight since the blockbuster move that landed him in L.A. earlier this summer. And while his focus right now is on representing his country, Pelinka said the front office wanted to make sure he knew where he stood back home.Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic close interaction spark rumors about NBA future"We just wanted to make a statement to Luka that we support what he does for his country,"Pelinka […]

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Jeanie Buss’s protection of Rob Pelinka is what allows LeBron James to remain with the Lakers

In June 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers made NBA history by agreeing to sell a controlling stake to billionaire investor Mark Walter, valuing the franchise at roughly $10 billion. Despite the seismic ownership change, team governor Jeanie Buss is contracted to remain in charge for several years, an arrangement that firmly connects Rob Pelinka's and certain players' job security to her tenure.According to reporting, Jeanie Buss "will remain in charge of the Lakers for the foreseeable future" as part of the sale agreement. Her continued presence as governor means Pelinka is expected to remain as general manager "for as long as Jeanie's in place." In effect, Buss's leadership ensures front-office continuity during this period of transition.Jubilation and underlying tensionAs the Lakers recently celebrated Luka Doncic's three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension, Walter arranged a VIP concert experience in Las Vegas on Saturday.The […]

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LeBron James’ reaction to Doncic new contract speaks volumes after pulling no-show at Lakers announcement

Luka Doncic has officially signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, cementing his role as the team's new centerpiece. The announcement came with a press conference filled with press and fans-everyone, except one of the franchise's most iconic figures: LeBron James.King James, who has led the team since 2018, was noticeably absent from the event. Yet behind the scenes, he made his presence felt in a small but telling gesture.Luka Doncic makes a magic shot after signing contract extension without LeBron James presentThe 40-year-old NBA icon decided to video call Doncic on FaceTime the morning of the announcement to offer his congratulations.That phone call sent a clear message. While LeBron may be fading from the public spotlight, his acknowledgment reinforces professionalism and respect - an unspoken acceptance of the changing guard.A quiet shift in the […]

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Rob Pelinka reveals Lakers’ strategy amid LeBron James retirement speculation

Uncertainty is nothing new in Hollywood, but for the Los Angeles Lakers, the stakes have rarely felt this high. While fans debate whether LeBron James will end his legendary run in LA, the franchise is quietly working behind the scenes to prepare for every possible outcome. It's a delicate balancing act for general manager Rob Pelinka, who, for the first time this offseason, offered a candid glimpse at how the Lakers are managing their superstar's future while recalibrating the roster for the years to come.This summer has marked a turning point for the Lakers, as the team's front office orchestrated a string of moves that suggest both a commitment to competing now and a recognition that the clock is ticking on James' historic career. With LeBron opting into his $52.6 million player option for the upcoming season, the immediate pressure […]

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Luka Doncic avoids talking about potential multi-million extension with the Lakers

Luka Doncic is at the center of rumors after several reports point to a possible four-year, $229 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. Although Doncic is expected to meet with Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka and other executives to finalize the deal once he returns from his tour with Jordan Brand, the player has chosen not to comment publicly on the matter.During a recent interview on the TODAY show, Doncic was directly asked about a potential move to the Lakers, but his response was both clear and evasive. "I don't know what you're talking about. I can't say anything yet," he said, keeping the mystery around his immediate NBA future alive.Doncic wows with magic setting the streets on fire!Why is Luka Doncic staying silent?Doncic's refusal to discuss the topic is not just a personal strategy - […]

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Lakers legend predicts iconic franchise face to replace Rob Pelinka

As usual, the Lakers are presenting new storylines wiht every day that passes, even if it's just Lebron James being courtside with his family. Well now basketball Hall-of-Famer Magic Johnson is being floated as a potential successor to Rob Pelinka in the Los Angeles Lakers front office following the team's sale to Mark Walter. Former Lakers guard and coach Byron Scott predicted on his Fastbreak podcast that Walter might tap Magic as his go-to basketball executive, bringing an iconic voise back into the organization.Scott explained that after the Buss family retained Jeanie as governor for five years, Walter may want his own trusted leadership team. "He might be Mark's guy that he puts in there", Scott remarked, suggesting Johnson could step in under the new ownership.Shaquille O'Neal threatens Robert Griffin III for posting a picture of Angel ReeseFallout between Magic […]

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Luka Doncic made move behind LeBron James’ back that could be reason he leaves Lakers

Many of the biggest moves during the NBA offseason have already taken place. Kevin Durant being traded to the Houston Rockets was the blockbuster, but there's still a major domino to fall. LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers remains up in the air. James envisioned finishing his career in LA, but that may no longer be the right path.The reports that have come out over the past couple of weeks point to a rocky relationship between James and the Lakers front office. Now, we're finding out that Luka Doncic may be a reason for it all. A recent report from ESPN's Brian Windhorst and Ramona Shelburne shed more light on James' falling out with the Lakers front office, and Doncic is at the center of it all.LeBron hints at future and worries Lakers fans with moodLos Angeles Lakers […]

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Can the Lakers earn Luka Doncic’s loyalty or face another Hollywood heartbreak?

This summer's atmosphere around the Lakers feels different, tenser, and more uncertain. The blockbuster acquisition of Luka Doncic has been dominated by one nagging question: Can Los Angeles really earn his loyalty? As the looming deadline for a four-year, $228 million extension approaches, the spotlight turns to Rob Pelinka and whether the franchise has done enough to justify such a monumental commitment.Understanding the backdrop is key. In February, Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka orchestrated a seismic trade, bringing Luka from Dallas in exchange for Anthony Davis.The deal shocked the NBA. Luka himself admitted he was "shocked" when he heard, confessing that he "had to check to see if it was April 1st."He'd even said in Dallas that "loyalty is a big word for me," and the abrupt move shattered what fans believed was a career-long association with the Mavericks. That […]

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