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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 1d

Lakers! The return of a weekly newsletter about basketball. And bun bo Hue. www.latimes.com/sports/newsl...

Lakers newsletter: New looks all around for the Lakers

A new host for the Lakers newsletter, and some new players on the Lakers as we close in on another season.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 2d

More intention and more focus, but still not a full lineup of stars. From the Lakers' second preseason game: www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

With their big three out, Lakers work on 'championship habits' against Warriors

LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves did not play in the Lakers' 111-103 preseason loss to the Warriors, giving other players a chance to stand out.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 3d

The Lakers (minus Luka, LeBron and Austin Reaves) played a preseason game. It went slightly better than their first preseason game. www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

With their big three out, Lakers work on 'championship habits' against Warriors

LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves did not play in the Lakers' 111-103 preseason loss to the Warriors, giving other players a chance to stand out.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 6d

Luka Doncic had a busy summer but he's hoping to be in "championship shape" both physically and mentally at Lakers training camp.

From @latimes.com's Brad Turner: www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

Lakers' Luka Doncic easing into training camp after hectic offseason

After an offseason during which he reshaped his body and played for the Slovenian national team, the All-Star guard is taking a slower approach to training camp.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 7d

“It’s a winning organization, and my one goal being here is just to continue to provide rings.”

He grew up a Lakers fan. What can Jake LaRavia do in the purple and gold?
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Jake LaRavia, at only 23, fits right into Lakers' future plans

Jake LaRavia, who is a 42.9% three-point shooter early in his NBA career, has shown Lakers coach JJ Redick a high level of commitment to the offseason program.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 8d

"We’re just playing the long game with LeBron."

LeBron James was held out of the first day of training camp because of nerve irritation in the glute. @latimes.com's Brad Turner on the Lakers' plan for the star entering Year 23 www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

LeBron James looking at slow ramp-up to Lakers season

Entering an unprecedented 23rd NBA season, the Lakers' superstar is one of a few players taking it easy to start training camp.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 8d

"Angry Ayton" and "Celtics Marcus Smart." A revenge tour is underway for some of the Lakers' new additions www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

'Angry' Deandre Ayton not taking his 'last chance' for granted with Lakers

Deandre Ayton knows Luka Doncic and the Lakers present him an opportunity to resurrect his career and prove he can be a valuable contributor on the court.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 9d

Will this be the last of LeBron James? Maybe.

@latimes.com's Bill Plaschke on James, the Lakers and the future www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

Column: Is LeBron James planning to retire? Maybe, and that could be a Laker mess

It's anyone's guess if this is LeBron James' final NBA season, but the Lakers need to find out what his plans are soon if they want to avoid major problems.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 9d

Lakers have signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way deal, bringing the total training camp roster to 21 players.

Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 9d

Basketball is almost here, friends. What to watch for during Lakers training camp with media day coming up today www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

Lakers set to open training camp: Five storylines to follow

From the Luka Doncic era beginning to LeBron James retirement watch to the acquisition of Deandre Ayton, here is what you need to know.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 11d

Lakers announce they've signed forward Anton Watson and guard Nate Williams. Both are expected to participate in training camp. Team waived Tevian Jones and Eric Dixon.

Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 13d

The Lakers announce they've signed G Jarron Cumberland and waived F forward Arthur Kaluma.

Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 13d

Basketball is coming.

JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka set for a press conference in about 15 minutes.

Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 21d

Registration for tickets to the 2028 Olympics opens in January 2026 with the first ticket drop coming that spring. What to know about how you can attend the Games www.latimes.com/sports/olymp...

How do you buy tickets for the L.A. 2028 Olympics? LA28 outlines its ticket schedule

LA28, the group organizing the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, will begin selling tickets earlier than the Paris group sold tickets for the 2024 Games.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 22d

Olympic spiced lattes?

Starbucks joins the growing sponsorship list for the 2028 Olympics www.latimes.com/sports/olymp...

Starbucks becomes founding-level partner for 2028 L.A. Olympic Games

Starbucks becomes the latest corporation to become a high-level sponsor for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · 26d

Not the beginning of a weird joke: How a musician, a surfer and a 68-year-old fitness entrepreneur turned Reggie Miller into a competitive mountain biker.

From @kbaxter11.bsky.social @latimes.com www.latimes.com/sports/story...

He's an NBA and UCLA basketball legend. Reggie Miller's 'passion' at 60? mountain biking

Bike racing has not just given Reggie Miller a competitive outlet, it’s provided an avenue for addressing issues of importance to him, among them equality, inclusion and social justice.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 18

Back out of the Olympics? Get the IOC to move them? Good luck. No free returns here. www.latimes.com/sports/olymp...

It's too late for buyer's remorse. Why L.A. can't back out of hosting 2028 Olympics

Despite mounting pressure to move the 2028 Olympics, steep financial penalties and historical precedent make it unlikely host L.A. could back out.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 14

Opening Day against the Warriors, home for Christmas against the Warriors and Anthony Davis back in town on Nov. 28.

What the season will look like for the Lakers:
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2025-26 Lakers schedule: Lakers open at home and later face formidable Grammy road trip

LeBron James and Luka Doncic will lead the Lakers through the 2025-26 NBA schedule, which includes a tough Grammy road trip later in the season.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 14

Needing to cover its $7.1 billion budget, LA28 got the IOC to back off a longtime rule. For the first time, Olympic venues in 2028 will have sponsor names. www.latimes.com/sports/olymp...

L.A. Olympics will be first to offer venue naming rights

The LA28 Olympics organizing committee secured a first for the 2028 Games, gaining IOC approval to sell venue naming rights.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 12

Schedule leaks, now official with broadcast times!

Oct. 21 vs. Warriors, 7 p.m. on NBC
Dec. 25 vs. Rockets, 5 p.m. on ABC/ESPN

Full schedule drop on Thursday.

Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 8

Warriors on opening day
Rockets on Christmas Day

@latimes.com's Brad Turner on the first pieces of the Lakers schedule www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

Lakers open season at home against the Warriors

LeBron James and Stephen Curry will duel in the second game of an opening-night, nationally televised doubleheader on Oct. 21.

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Thuc Nhi Nguyen @thucnhi.bsky.social · Aug 8

Warriors on opening day
Rockets on Christmas Day

@latimes.com's Brad Turner on the first pieces of the Lakers schedule www.latimes.com/sports/laker...

Lakers open season at home against the Warriors

LeBron James and Stephen Curry will duel in the second game of an opening-night, nationally televised doubleheader on Oct. 21.

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