Devon Platana

Devon Platana

Joined: Jan 2, 2024

Devon is an avid sports lover who graduated from Canada's Carleton University with a Master of Journalism degree. He's been writing about sports full-time since early 2021, while also making occasional television and radio appearances. When he's not watching sports, he can be found playing his guitar or looking to re-watch It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (again).

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) fouls Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (4) as they battle for a rebound in the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

Lakers Need to Hit Reverse on Trade Mistake They're Considering

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) during the second quarter at the TD Garden.

Lakers Rival Just Delivered Perfect Signing to L.A.'s Doorstep

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles past Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) during the first quarter at Delta Center.

Trade Target Lakers Have Pursued Now Likely Even More Available

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) passes to center Moritz Wagner (15) against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center.

Former Lakers Center Suddenly a Reunion Candidate Entering Free Agency

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) high-fives guard Jordan Goodwin (30) during the second quarter of a game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden.

Lakers Announce Fate of 2 Potential FAs Ahead of NBA Free Agency

Owner and president of the Los Angeles Lakers Jeanie Buss attends the game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena.

Lakers Ownership Sale Already Paying Dividends This Offseason

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) plays for the ball against Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

Lakers Suddenly Have Massive Trade Opportunity After NBA Draft

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka at a press conference at Staples Center.

Lakers May Be Targeting Overseas Big Man After Trading up in 2nd Round of Draft

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) and guard Austin Reaves (15) on the court in the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena.

Young Lakers Wing Now on the Trade Block After Round 1 of NBA Draft

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after missing a pass in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena.

LeBron James Continues to Toy With Lakers Less Than 3 Weeks Before Free Agency

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) smiles after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center.

Failed Lakers Signing Will Be Lucky to Not Get Traded Before July

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Jared Dudley (10), center Dwight Howard (39), and forward LeBron James (23) react during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Formers Lakers Champion Reportedly Being Eyed for Multiple Job Openings

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Montrezl Harrell pulls on his sweatshirt hood during pregame warmups before playing the Phoenix Suns in game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center.

Failed Lakers Signing Can't Accept His NBA Career is Over

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) laughs with forward Dorian Finney-Smith (17) against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at American Airlines Center.

Injury-Plagued Lakers Forward Unlikely to Leave L.A. After Latest Update

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) in the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum.

Lakers Reportedly a Contender to Sign Familiar All-Star Center

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Lakers Get Bad News Regarding Potential Offseason Target