The L.A. Lakers seem to have spent the summer of 2025 planning for the summer of 2027. But the whole NBA knows what they have in mind.

The Los Angeles Lakers are focuced on 2027 salary cap space with LeBron James committed and Luka Doncic expected to sign long-term.

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly committed to keeping their salary sheet clean for the summer of 2026, with a long-term plan that centers around finding Luka Doncic’s future co-star. According to Dan Woike, the franchise is positioning itself to make a major move once it gains access to its 2026, 2031, and 2033 first-round picks.

Read about the Lakers' latest acquisition, Marcus Smart, and how he influences their roster and defensive strategy.

In Los Angeles, some things remain constant: glitz, glamour, and a front office that often seems to misstep despite meticulous planning. As the Lakers navigate another pivotal su

More Los Angeles Lakers News: NBA Insider Reveals Where Lakers' LeBron James is Expected to End Career A team like the Lakers, then, is over the salary cap, but beneath the first tax apron.

An update on how much salary cap flexibility the Lakers have after officially signing Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and Jaxson Hayes on Sunday.

The Los Angeles Lakers are focuced on 2027 salary cap space with LeBron James committed and Luka Doncic expected to sign long-term.