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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1924, Faidon Matthaiou, Greek basketball player and coach (died 2011) was born. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1970, Lee Byung-hun, South Korean actor, singer, and dancer was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 1992, Luke Berry, English footballer was born. In 1995, Luke Shaw, English footballer was born. In 1997, Jean-Kévin Duverne, French footballer was born. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Lakers fill need at backup center, sign three-time champ Kevon Looney
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a deal with Kevon Looney. Here are the details.
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SB Nation
· Jul 3, 2026
Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center
Now that Deandre Ayton is reportedly leaving the Lakers, the team needs a backup center to take his place.
NY Post Sports
· Jul 3, 2026
What are the Lakers’ needs and who are they targeting for roster makeover?
The Lakers are under a full-on roster reconstruction.
LA Times
· Jul 1, 2026
Lakers reload with Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes
The Lakers reloaded a day after LeBron James left the team, adding free agents Sandro Mamukelashvili, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes.
Lakers Nation
· Jul 3, 2026
Andre Drummond To Sign With Knicks Despite Interest From Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers suddenly have a need for a backup center after reportedly trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. The Lakers obviously preferred the flexibility that came with acquiring the picks over Ayton being Walker Kessler’s backup, believing they can still find a quality center on []
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Related coverage for "Lakers fill need at backup center, sign three-time champ Kevon Looney": SB Nation — Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center. NY Post Sports — What are the Lakers’ needs and who are they targeting for roster makeover?. LA Times — Lakers reload with Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes. Lakers Nation — Andre Drummond To Sign With Knicks Despite Interest From Lakers