Lakers Draft 2023
What draft picks do the Lakers still have available?
Win-now moves have largely sapped the Lakers of draft capital right now, but when will the team have picks again in the future?
Report: Lakers ‘considered’ drafting Cam Whitmore, but felt Jalen Hood-Schifino was ‘surer bet’
Cam Whitmore falling out the lottery was one of the big surprises during the 2023 NBA Draft. But while the Lakers considered selecting him at No. 17, they ultimately believed in Jalen Hood-Schifino more.
Lakers sign multiple undrafted free agents following NBA Draft
After drafting two players Thursday night, the team also added supplementary talent via the free-agent market.
Grading the Lakers’ picks in the 2023 NBA Draft
NBA Draft experts gave the Lakers passing grades for their selections of Jalen Hood-Schifino and Maxwell Lewis.
Lakers draft Maxwell Lewis with No. 40 pick
After trading up from 47 with the Pacers earlier in the day, the Lakers used their second-round pick on Pepperdine forward Maxwell Lewis.
Lakers draft Jalen Hood-Schifino with No. 17 pick
The Lakers got the player they were consistently predicted to pick in the 2023 NBA Draft: Jalen Hood-Schifino of Indiana.
Lakers linked to Buddy Hield, Gary Trent Jr., Kobe Bufkin in latest NBA trade rumors
The Lakers are being linked to a few familiar faces as the 2023 NBA Draft draws nearer.
Lakers trade up in second round in draft-day deal with Pacers
The Lakers have finally completed the Pacers! No, it’s not for Buddy Hield.
Report: Lakers will ‘most likely’ keep No. 17 pick in 2023 NBA Draft
The Lakers haven’t retained one of their own first-round picks since 2018, but that might not be the case again this year
Lakers officially get No. 17 pick in draft with Heat making playoffs
Not only will the Lakers not have to swap picks with the Pelicans, they will also jump up one spot in the order by virtue of the Heat making it over Pat Bev and the Bulls.
The Lakers are swinging for the fences with Max Christie
Although the Lakers are clearly still in a win-now mindset, they have dipped their toes into the future with their new 19-year-old rookie.
Lakers draft Max Christie with the No. 35 pick
After sending a future second rounder and cash to the Magic for the 35th overall selection, the Lakers used that pick on Michigan State freshman guard Max Christie.
Shareef O’Neal says he was ‘starstruck’ working out for the Lakers
After working out for the franchise he watched up close during the height of their most recent dynasty, Shareef O’Neal admitted to being starstruck by the Lakers on Tuesday.
Shareef O’Neal has predraft workout with Lakers on Tuesday
Son of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, Shareef, worked out with the Lakers as part of the latest crop of predraft workouts for the 2022 NBA Draft.
Tracker: Everyone we know the Lakers have looked at in the 2022 NBA Draft
Even despite not having a draft pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, the Lakers are still casting their annually wide net on prospects in the pre-draft process.
Lakers Prospect Watch: Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu
Blessed with incredible leaping ability, Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu’s upside is as high as his vertical, and could be a perfect fit with what the Lakers need from potential undrafted players after the 2022 NBA Draft (or in the second round).
Lakers to hold first draft workout of 2022 on Tuesday
The Lakers will bring in prospects DeVante’ Jones, Jeriah Horne, Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu, Jamaree Bouyea, Jordan Usher and Grant Golden for a workout this week, despite not having a pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Austin Reaves, Joel Ayayi reportedly turned down chance to be drafted so they could sign two-way contracts with Lakers
Instead of letting the whims of teams in the 2021 NBA Draft control their destiny, new Lakers two-way players Joel Ayayi and Austin Reaves are betting on themselves.
Lakers add Joel Ayayi, Austin Reeves, Chaundee Brown and Mac McClung in undrafted free agency
The Lakers cleaned up in undrafted free agency following the 2021 NBA Draft.
Tracker: Everyone we know the Lakers have looked at in the 2021 NBA Draft
The Lakers have cast a wide net with their 2021 NBA Draft preparations.
2021 NBA Draft: How to watch and open thread
Hang out and watch what the Lakers do at the 2021 NBA Draft.
Lakers reportedly ‘really like’ Kentucky’s Isaiah Jackson, would need to trade up in draft to select him
While Isaiah Jackson makes a lot of sense for the Lakers, it will be really tough for them to move up in the draft for him.
Lakers among teams interested in Landry Shamet, could include No. 22 pick in trade
In a different type of trade rumor this offseason, the Lakers could be looking to trade the No. 22 pick in Thursday’s draft for Nets guard Landry Shamet.
Lakers have reportedly discussed trading up in 2021 NBA draft to select Chris Duarte of Oregon
At the 2021 NBA Draft nears, Chris Duarte appears to be the main target for the Lakers as they aim to trade up for him
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‘I think Steph shifted that’: How the Lakers ended up with D’Angelo Russell in the 2015 NBA Draft
Inside how the Lakers decided to choose D’Angelo Russell over Jahlil Okafor and Kristaps Porzingis in the 2015 NBA Draft, and Russell’s tumultuous rookie season in purple and gold.
Podcast: Looking at the best 2021 NBA draft prospects for the Lakers
With the 2021 NBA draft only days away, the Lakers have a number of different prospects they could be looking at. Let’s break down the best ones.
The Lakers have reportedly explored trading down in the 2021 NBA Draft
Trading down in the 2021 NBA Draft could make some sense for the Lakers, for a variety of reasons.
SB Nation Blogger Mock Draft: Lakers use 22nd pick on Usman Garuba
The Lakers will surely be hoping Garuba is available when they pick in the actual NBA Draft.
Other teams reportedly think the Lakers gave Chris Duarte a promise ahead of 2021 NBA Draft
Could Chris Duarte be who the Lakers are really after in the 2021 NBA Draft? Other teams in the league apparently think so.
Lakers workout stretch forwards Isaiah Todd, Matthew Hurt
The Lakers are making it no secret that they’re targeting a 3-point shooter in the 2021 NBA Draft.
Podcast: A closer look at Lakers’ draft options with Ricky O’Donnell
The Lakers have some major questions facing them this offseason, starting with the NBA Draft.
Bones Hyland says it would be ‘a dream come true’ to be drafted by Lakers
Bones Hyland loved getting to work out for the Lakers ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft.