Michael Bohlin

Michael Bohlin

Joined: Apr 7, 2025

Over the past decade, Michael has covered basketball from the grassroots level to the NBA. After stops with 247Sports and CBS Sports, Michael serves as an Associate Editor for the FanSided Regional Network. As a Washington D.C. native, Michael lived through plenty of heartbreaking seasons for the local sports teams before the Capitals and Nationals finally won championships...after Michael had relocated to Tennessee for a new job.

Mar 24, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick looks on against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Lakers Reportedly Made a Few Questionable Trade Decisions in the Offseason

Oct 6, 2022; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider (20) shoots against Minnesota Timberwolves guard CJ Elleby (22) during a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Ex-Lakers Sharpshooter on Verge of Signing Overseas Deal After Strong Summer League

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell (1) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

D'Angelo Russell Throws Shade at the Lakers After Signing for 4th Team in 4 Seasons

Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Jake LaRavia (33) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

New Laker's Family Clearly Happy He Joined L.A. as Free Agent

Jan 12, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Thomas Bryant (31) controls the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Former Laker Surprisingly Pushed Out of NBA After Solid Season

Apr 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Lakers Veteran Has Most to Lose if LeBron James Leaves L.A. After 2025-26 Season

Apr 28, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka looks on prior to game six of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers Must Add Five-Time All-Star Forward to Fill Final 2025-26 Roster Spot

Apr 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Lonnie Walker IV (4) shoots against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Former Lakers SG Lands New Overseas Contract After Failing to Stick Around in the NBA

Dec 25, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves the ball against Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lakers Reportedly Eyeing Another Former Celtic After Marcus Smart Signing

Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Young Laker's Trade Stock Has Reportedly Plummeted After Summer League

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James Jr. (9) celebrates with center Trey Jemison III (55) after scoring against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Lakers Just Gave Up on Young Center After Poor Summer League Display

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the huddle with Anthony Davis (3), guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1), Dennis Schroder (17) and Alex Caruso (4) against the Phoenix Suns during game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Lakers Reportedly Swung and Missed on Trade for Former Player

Dec 7, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) embrace after the game at Staples Center.The Lakers defeated the Celtics 117-102. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lakers Part Ways with Veteran Guard After Marcus Smart Signing

Oct 15, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts to a play against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter during a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Lakers Lose Rumored Target to Rival in Latest Free Agency News

Feb 4, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka speaks before introducing Luka Doncic at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lakers' Patience Could Be Tested with Upcoming Luka Doncic Contract Negotiations

Nov 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts to a play against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Summer League Revealing Ugly Truth About Lakers Draft Pick