Top NBA Prospect Darryn Peterson Names Los Angeles Lakers His Favorite Team
The Lakers may use the pick on a center or athletic wing as they seek depth, youth and fit around Luka Doncic, with up to nine free agents ahead.
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Top NBA Prospect Darryn Peterson Names Los Angeles Lakers His Favorite Team
One of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft is Darryn Peterson from the Kansas Jayhawks. Peterson is predicted to be picked inside the top four and could even get selected first overall by the Washington Wizards.Speaking to Bobby Cey of NBA Future Starts Now, Peterson was asked multiple questions ahead of the draft. He had a surprising answer when asked about his favorite team.Peterson wrote “LA” as his answer, pertaining to the Los Angeles L…
Lakers likely to select a big man or wing in first round of NBA draft
The Lakers have the 25th overall draft pick Tuesday, and Kentucky center Jayden Quaintance and Texas forward Dailyn Swain are possible targets.
Lakers 2026 NBA Draft: Who Will Be Their No. 25 Pick?
The Los Angeles Lakers hold the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, aiming to build a roster around Luka Doncic after a disappointing playoff exit. The decision-making process is complicated, with various prospects linked to the pick, including injured center Jayden Quaintance and North Carolina's Henri Veesaar. The Lakers' front office is weighing their options amid uncertainties, exploring trades while also grappling with contract negotiations …
Lakers 2026 NBA Draft: Who They Take at No. 25
The Los Angeles Lakers will step to the podium with the No. 25 pick when the 2026 NBA Draft opens Tuesday. After a season that ended with a second-round sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the front office has a clear mandate: Build around Luka Doncic, and start by addressing the frontcourt and shooting that the playoffs exposed. The challenge is that the late first round is notoriously hard to predict, and this year is no exception…
Pacific Notes: Lakers, 25th Pick, Clippers Draft, Booker
The Lakers are facing a number of questions this offseason, even beyond the futures of stars Austin Reaves and LeBron James. It’s unlikely the team runs things back from last season, writes Dan Woike of The Athletic. There is internal pressure to make changes that will bring the team closer to the contender it views itself as. There doesn’t seem to be much of a market for a package including Jarred Vanderbilt, Dalton Knecht, and draft compensati…
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