Welcome to the 2026 offseason.
In this we will go over players linked to the Lakers and any free agency signings overall for the upcoming season. Let’s dive into who is looking to return to the Lakers and players linked to the Lakers, as well as any other moves around the league.
Important Dates
June 29th: Player, team, qualifying offers decision deadline.
June 30: Each NBA team may begin negotiating with all other upcoming free agents at 6 p.m. ET.
July 6th: Teams may begin signing free agents to contracts.
Internal free agents
Austin Reaves
— re-signed for 4 years, $185 million
DeAndre Ayton — Player Option
Marcus Smart — Player Option
Nick Smith Jr. — Team Option
Drew Timme — Restricted Free Agent
Chris Manon — Restricted Free Agent
Unrestricted Free Agents
LeBron James
Rui Hachimura
Jaxson Hayes
Luke Kennard
Maxi Kleber
Players linked to the Lakers
Notable NBA offseason transactions
Randle to the Nets. Claxton to the Bulls
Giannis to the Heat and Herro to the Bucks
Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies
LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves, Naz Reid and haul to the Hornets
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