Lakers solidify roster, eye trade options

Timeline

1. about 19 hours ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers add Matisse Thybulle and Collin Sexton

   The Lakers signed defensive forward Matisse Thybulle and scoring guard Collin Sexton to bolster depth and support Luka Doncic for the new NBA season.

2. about 21 hours ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers add Kessler, Looney as trade talks swirl for Hardy and Sochan

   The Lakers signed Walker Kessler and veteran Kevon Looney, are considering a Jaden Hardy‑Jeremy Sochan trade, and have confirmed they will keep Bronny James.

3. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers sign center Walker Kessler, explore trade options

   The Lakers signed center Walker Kessler to a four‑year deal, re‑signed Austin Reaves, and are weighing a trade for forward Cameron Johnson as they reshape the roster around Luka Dončić.

4. 3 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Lakers sign Matisse Thybulle and must cut a player before season start

   The Lakers signed healthy defender Matisse Thybulle, creating a 16‑player roster that forces a trade or waiver before the season, with Vanderbilt, Knecht and Hardy mentioned as likely moves.

5. 6 days ago

   [SPORTS] 11 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers reshape roster with Walker Kessler trade and Matisse Thybulle signing

   The Lakers traded for Walker Kessler, signed Matisse Thybulle and added Arthur Kaluma, prompting roster adjustments and front‑office hiring challenges.

6. 7 days ago

   [SPORTS] 15 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers sign Matisse Thybulle to one-year deal

   The Lakers signed Matisse Thybulle to a $3.3 M one‑year contract, adding a defensive wing but pushing the roster to 16 guaranteed contracts, prompting a pending move to meet the 15‑player limit.

7. 12 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Walker Kessler and Miss America Abbie Stockard Engage as He Joins Lakers

   NBA rookie Walker Kessler, newly signed by the Lakers, got engaged to Miss America 2025 Abbie Stockard; she joined his first Lakers practice, highlighting their upcoming wedding.

8. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Los Angeles Lakers sign guard Collin Sexton to two‑year deal

   The Los Angeles Lakers signed free‑agent guard Collin Sexton to a two‑year, $19 million contract, adding scoring to a bench that ranked 29th last season; Sexton said he chose the Lakers for the chance to compet

9. 15 days ago

   [SPORTS] 7 sources

   Walker Kessler joins Lakers, vows to repay $130 million investment

   The Lakers signed Walker Kessler to a four‑year, $130 M deal, giving up two first‑round picks. After shoulder surgery, he says he feels fully recovered and is eager to play with Luka Dončić.

10. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Los Angeles Lakers overhaul roster as entire 2026 playoff starting five join new teams

    The Lakers’ entire Game 1 2026 playoff starting five have left, with Hachimura joining the Clippers and Ayton traded to the Wizards; GM Pelinka added Walker Kessler, Grimes, Sexton and Mamukelashvili for the 6‑

11. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources

    Los Angeles Lakers reshape roster with youth focus, adding Quentin Grimes and others

    The Lakers are overhauling their roster, moving away from veterans like LeBron James and Deandre Ayton and adding young players such as Quentin Grimes, Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton, while passing on DeMar D

12. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources

    Los Angeles Lakers overhaul roster, acquire Walker Kessler in blockbuster trade

    The Lakers traded for center Walker Kessler, surrendering two unprotected first‑round picks, and added Grimes, Sexton, Mamukelashvili while moving Ayton to the Wizards and courting Rui Hachimura.

13. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Walker Kessler signs $130M deal as Lakers acquire center from Utah Jazz

    The Lakers traded two future first‑round picks and pick‑swaps to the Utah Jazz for center Walker Kessler, signing him to a four‑year, $130 million deal to pair with Luka Doncic after LeBron James’ departure.

14. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources

    Los Angeles Lakers acquire center Walker Kessler in sign‑and‑trade with Utah Jazz

    The Lakers trade two future first‑round picks and swap rights to the Jazz for center Walker Kessler, also signing Mamukelashvili, Grimes and Sexton, while Utah adds Jaxson Hayes on a two‑year deal.

15. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Walker Kessler and Utah Jazz at impasse over $140 M extension

    Walker Kessler and the Utah Jazz are at odds over a five‑year $140 M offer versus the player’s demand for a $35 M‑per‑year deal, prompting trade speculation and a looming free‑agency decision.

16. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Bulls eye Walker Kessler in free agency

    The Bulls, with new exec Bryson Graham and ample cap space, may target RFA center Walker Kessler, who is unhappy with the Jazz, to bolster their young roster.

17. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Utah Jazz and Walker Kessler at odds over restricted free agency

    Walker Kessler is unhappy with the Utah Jazz’s restricted‑free‑agency handling, prompting interest from other teams, while the Jazz also deliberate between AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer for a

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