Yaron Weitzman
@yaronweitzman.bsky.social
(Ya-rone) NBA reporter // Author of "Tanking to the Top" and "A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers" https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736427/a-hollywood-ending-by-yaron-weitzman/
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A Hollywood Ending by Yaron Weitzman: 9780385550222 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
NBA journalist Yaron Weitzman lays out the high stakes drama happening inside the Lakers' organization as they try to juggle the warring priorities between LeBron James and the Buss family. When LeBr...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
1) So my book comes out today. Maybe you've seen some viral headlines. Which is great, but the book is also much deeper and more nuanced than all that. I spent 3 years on it, interviewed nearly 300 people. If you care about these characters or this world in any way, I really think you'll like it.
JJ Redick throwing a fit about not being able to challenge a call that he'd 100% lose is pretty perfect
November 6, 2025 at 4:25 AM
JJ Redick throwing a fit about not being able to challenge a call that he'd 100% lose is pretty perfect
INBOX: The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the majority interest in the Lakers to Mark Walter. The transaction is expected to close shortly.
October 30, 2025 at 4:04 PM
INBOX: The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the majority interest in the Lakers to Mark Walter. The transaction is expected to close shortly.
Well that was fun and interesting! Feel free to check out the answers in the link below (especially if you're not a fan of me or what you've seen of the book so far—answered a lot of questions from people who seem to have that opinion and had what I think was a really healthy back-and-forth)
Doing an AMA over at Lakers Reddit at 5pm ET/2pm PT but opened up the link early. Talking my book and everything Lakers. Come on through!
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
From the lakers community on Reddit: I'm Yaron Weitzman, NBA reporter and author of A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: THE DREAMS AND DRAMA OF THE LEBRON LAKERS (that new book that's out on the LeBron era). AMA...
Explore this post and more from the lakers community
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October 29, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Well that was fun and interesting! Feel free to check out the answers in the link below (especially if you're not a fan of me or what you've seen of the book so far—answered a lot of questions from people who seem to have that opinion and had what I think was a really healthy back-and-forth)
Doing an AMA over at Lakers Reddit at 5pm ET/2pm PT but opened up the link early. Talking my book and everything Lakers. Come on through!
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
From the lakers community on Reddit: I'm Yaron Weitzman, NBA reporter and author of A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: THE DREAMS AND DRAMA OF THE LEBRON LAKERS (that new book that's out on the LeBron era). AMA...
Explore this post and more from the lakers community
www.reddit.com
October 29, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Doing an AMA over at Lakers Reddit at 5pm ET/2pm PT but opened up the link early. Talking my book and everything Lakers. Come on through!
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
Link below:
www.reddit.com/r/lakers/com...
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Remember when the Lakers hired a podcaster with no coaching experience and we had a nice little Summer Media Freakout? On today’s Phantom Island, I talked to @yaronweitzman.bsky.social about what the J.J. Redick experiment looks like after Year 1.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
What's the early verdict on J.J. Redick, Lakers head coach?
Podcast Episode · Phantom Island · 10/29/2025 · 39m
podcasts.apple.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Remember when the Lakers hired a podcaster with no coaching experience and we had a nice little Summer Media Freakout? On today’s Phantom Island, I talked to @yaronweitzman.bsky.social about what the J.J. Redick experiment looks like after Year 1.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
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Yaron has a new book out about the LeBron Lakers, and it’s got a lot of good detail about the road that led to Redick and plenty of other good stories you should check out. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736427...
A Hollywood Ending by Yaron Weitzman: 9780385550222 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
NBA journalist Yaron Weitzman lays out the high stakes drama happening inside the Lakers' organization as they try to juggle the warring priorities between LeBron James and the Buss family. When LeBr...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Yaron has a new book out about the LeBron Lakers, and it’s got a lot of good detail about the road that led to Redick and plenty of other good stories you should check out. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736427...
This was a ton of fun. Check it out!
Remember when the Lakers hired a podcaster with no coaching experience and we had a nice little Summer Media Freakout? On today’s Phantom Island, I talked to @yaronweitzman.bsky.social about what the J.J. Redick experiment looks like after Year 1.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
What's the early verdict on J.J. Redick, Lakers head coach?
Podcast Episode · Phantom Island · 10/29/2025 · 39m
podcasts.apple.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:06 PM
This was a ton of fun. Check it out!
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I've gotten behind in reading, but very much looking forward to digging into A HOLLYWOOD ENDING by @yaronweitzman.bsky.social, available at a fine bookseller near you: bookshop.org/p/books/a-ho...
October 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
I've gotten behind in reading, but very much looking forward to digging into A HOLLYWOOD ENDING by @yaronweitzman.bsky.social, available at a fine bookseller near you: bookshop.org/p/books/a-ho...
This was pretty awesome. Got to go on @lebatardshow.bsky.social to talk about A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. And cheese doodles.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx2v...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx2v...
Top 5 Holy S*** Moments From LeBron James' Lakers Career (ft. Yaron Weitzman) | DLS
YouTube video by LeBatardShow
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October 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
This was pretty awesome. Got to go on @lebatardshow.bsky.social to talk about A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. And cheese doodles.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx2v...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx2v...
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🥞SLAM+JAM🥞
🏀FIRST WEEK OF NBA
🏀The Good, The Bad, and the WHAT???
🏀 @yaronweitzman.bsky.social on how the LeBron Lakers have shaped the NBA
🎉TRIVIA🎉
🎡WHEEL OF FANDOM BACK
@albabycakes.bsky.social
t.co/2LuRQ6iG0u
🏀FIRST WEEK OF NBA
🏀The Good, The Bad, and the WHAT???
🏀 @yaronweitzman.bsky.social on how the LeBron Lakers have shaped the NBA
🎉TRIVIA🎉
🎡WHEEL OF FANDOM BACK
@albabycakes.bsky.social
t.co/2LuRQ6iG0u
October 25, 2025 at 6:41 PM
🥞SLAM+JAM🥞
🏀FIRST WEEK OF NBA
🏀The Good, The Bad, and the WHAT???
🏀 @yaronweitzman.bsky.social on how the LeBron Lakers have shaped the NBA
🎉TRIVIA🎉
🎡WHEEL OF FANDOM BACK
@albabycakes.bsky.social
t.co/2LuRQ6iG0u
🏀FIRST WEEK OF NBA
🏀The Good, The Bad, and the WHAT???
🏀 @yaronweitzman.bsky.social on how the LeBron Lakers have shaped the NBA
🎉TRIVIA🎉
🎡WHEEL OF FANDOM BACK
@albabycakes.bsky.social
t.co/2LuRQ6iG0u
Thread:
1) One of my favorite bits of reporting from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: LeBron talking to teammates about his value to NBA teams and what he'd be paid in a world with no salary cap:
"I probably should have gotten like $500 (million)...Because it ain't just the basketball."
1) One of my favorite bits of reporting from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: LeBron talking to teammates about his value to NBA teams and what he'd be paid in a world with no salary cap:
"I probably should have gotten like $500 (million)...Because it ain't just the basketball."
October 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Thread:
1) One of my favorite bits of reporting from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: LeBron talking to teammates about his value to NBA teams and what he'd be paid in a world with no salary cap:
"I probably should have gotten like $500 (million)...Because it ain't just the basketball."
1) One of my favorite bits of reporting from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING: LeBron talking to teammates about his value to NBA teams and what he'd be paid in a world with no salary cap:
"I probably should have gotten like $500 (million)...Because it ain't just the basketball."
For anyone in the NY area, doing a book event this Thursday night
October 26, 2025 at 11:30 PM
For anyone in the NY area, doing a book event this Thursday night
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Also, don't just take my word for it. Even people who hate me (why, I'm not sure), like the book!
October 21, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Also, don't just take my word for it. Even people who hate me (why, I'm not sure), like the book!
Tonight!
LA, I'm doing a book event with @ramonaespn.bsky.social tomorrow at Sinai Temple. If you're interested in the Lakers, this is for you! (And not because of me—we got Ramona!!)
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
Sinai Speaks: A Hollywood Ending - Sinai Temple
In-person conversation with Co-Senior Rabbi Erez Sherman, author Yaron Weitzman, and ESPN NBA Insider & Senior Writer Ramona Shelburne, to discuss
www.sinaitemple.org
October 22, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Tonight!
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3) Oh, and if you send me proof of purchase (email: lebronlakersbook at gmail) I’ll send you this bookmark. It will be like you’re reading alongside LeBron! You’ll also get a bookplate made out to you or anyone (and let me know if there’s a special message)
October 21, 2025 at 2:45 PM
3) Oh, and if you send me proof of purchase (email: lebronlakersbook at gmail) I’ll send you this bookmark. It will be like you’re reading alongside LeBron! You’ll also get a bookplate made out to you or anyone (and let me know if there’s a special message)
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Re-upping. Think you'll enjoy it. Subscribe to the YouTube channel! And watch
The 10 most powerful people in the NBA for the 2025-26 season
Talked with @fredkatz.bsky.social about the people who will mold + control the upcoming year.
📺 WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE: youtu.be/HQYCDR1sSRA?...
👂 Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/58S4...
👂Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Talked with @fredkatz.bsky.social about the people who will mold + control the upcoming year.
📺 WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE: youtu.be/HQYCDR1sSRA?...
👂 Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/58S4...
👂Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
NBA's 10 Most POWERFUL People This Season
YouTube video by Business Decision with Mike Vorkunov
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October 22, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Re-upping. Think you'll enjoy it. Subscribe to the YouTube channel! And watch
LA, I'm doing a book event with @ramonaespn.bsky.social tomorrow at Sinai Temple. If you're interested in the Lakers, this is for you! (And not because of me—we got Ramona!!)
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
Sinai Speaks: A Hollywood Ending - Sinai Temple
In-person conversation with Co-Senior Rabbi Erez Sherman, author Yaron Weitzman, and ESPN NBA Insider & Senior Writer Ramona Shelburne, to discuss
www.sinaitemple.org
October 21, 2025 at 7:50 PM
LA, I'm doing a book event with @ramonaespn.bsky.social tomorrow at Sinai Temple. If you're interested in the Lakers, this is for you! (And not because of me—we got Ramona!!)
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
Register👇
www.sinaitemple.org/event/sinai-...
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“Earvin’s not really a desk guy" is perhaps my favorite quote from the new @yaronweitzman.bsky.social Lakers book, and @jacobrude.bsky.social rounded up some other fun ones for @lakerssbn.bsky.social
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-news/...
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-news/...
3 things to know about ‘A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers’ by Yaron Weitzman
The newest book about the LeBron James era of the Lakers is both scathing and hilarious at the same time.
www.silverscreenandroll.com
October 21, 2025 at 5:50 PM
“Earvin’s not really a desk guy" is perhaps my favorite quote from the new @yaronweitzman.bsky.social Lakers book, and @jacobrude.bsky.social rounded up some other fun ones for @lakerssbn.bsky.social
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-news/...
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-news/...
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So excited for Yaron on his pub day. I've read it and the book is fabulous. Go out and buy a copy. You will enjoy it, whether you're a Lakers fan, a LeBron fan or you just like the NBA.
1) So my book comes out today. Maybe you've seen some viral headlines. Which is great, but the book is also much deeper and more nuanced than all that. I spent 3 years on it, interviewed nearly 300 people. If you care about these characters or this world in any way, I really think you'll like it.
A Hollywood Ending by Yaron Weitzman: 9780385550222 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
NBA journalist Yaron Weitzman lays out the high stakes drama happening inside the Lakers' organization as they try to juggle the warring priorities between LeBron James and the Buss family. When LeBr...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:07 PM
So excited for Yaron on his pub day. I've read it and the book is fabulous. Go out and buy a copy. You will enjoy it, whether you're a Lakers fan, a LeBron fan or you just like the NBA.
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love the lakers? get this book. hate the lakers? get this book.
1) So my book comes out today. Maybe you've seen some viral headlines. Which is great, but the book is also much deeper and more nuanced than all that. I spent 3 years on it, interviewed nearly 300 people. If you care about these characters or this world in any way, I really think you'll like it.
A Hollywood Ending by Yaron Weitzman: 9780385550222 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
NBA journalist Yaron Weitzman lays out the high stakes drama happening inside the Lakers' organization as they try to juggle the warring priorities between LeBron James and the Buss family. When LeBr...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:19 PM
love the lakers? get this book. hate the lakers? get this book.
1) So my book comes out today. Maybe you've seen some viral headlines. Which is great, but the book is also much deeper and more nuanced than all that. I spent 3 years on it, interviewed nearly 300 people. If you care about these characters or this world in any way, I really think you'll like it.
A Hollywood Ending by Yaron Weitzman: 9780385550222 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
NBA journalist Yaron Weitzman lays out the high stakes drama happening inside the Lakers' organization as they try to juggle the warring priorities between LeBron James and the Buss family. When LeBr...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
October 21, 2025 at 2:45 PM
1) So my book comes out today. Maybe you've seen some viral headlines. Which is great, but the book is also much deeper and more nuanced than all that. I spent 3 years on it, interviewed nearly 300 people. If you care about these characters or this world in any way, I really think you'll like it.
Thanks to @forward.com for highlighting what's actually the best scoop in the book:
Shabbat held up the Luka trade
forward.com/culture/book...
Shabbat held up the Luka trade
forward.com/culture/book...
The Lakers were about to shock the NBA. But Shabbat had to end first.
A new book about the Lakers reveals a surprising Jewish twist to the saga of the trade sending NBA star Luka Dončić to Los Angeles.
forward.com
October 21, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Thanks to @forward.com for highlighting what's actually the best scoop in the book:
Shabbat held up the Luka trade
forward.com/culture/book...
Shabbat held up the Luka trade
forward.com/culture/book...
BOOK THREAD:
1) This is my favorite story from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. Do you remember a few years ago when the Lakers posted a photo of Will Smith at their facility? You can see it below. The trick, though, is to zoom in on Russell Westbrook (he's on the left).
1) This is my favorite story from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. Do you remember a few years ago when the Lakers posted a photo of Will Smith at their facility? You can see it below. The trick, though, is to zoom in on Russell Westbrook (he's on the left).
October 20, 2025 at 7:15 PM
BOOK THREAD:
1) This is my favorite story from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. Do you remember a few years ago when the Lakers posted a photo of Will Smith at their facility? You can see it below. The trick, though, is to zoom in on Russell Westbrook (he's on the left).
1) This is my favorite story from A HOLLYWOOD ENDING. Do you remember a few years ago when the Lakers posted a photo of Will Smith at their facility? You can see it below. The trick, though, is to zoom in on Russell Westbrook (he's on the left).
"I hate that fake sh*t," Russell Westbrook said to a teammate about LeBron.
From A HOLLYWOOD ENDING and excerpted at @theringer.com.web.brid.gy / @ringernba.bsky.social how a visit from Will Smith broke the LeBron-Westbrook relationship for good.
www.theringer.com/2025/10/20/n...
From A HOLLYWOOD ENDING and excerpted at @theringer.com.web.brid.gy / @ringernba.bsky.social how a visit from Will Smith broke the LeBron-Westbrook relationship for good.
www.theringer.com/2025/10/20/n...
How Will Smith Split LeBron and Russell Westbrook for Good
How one bad trade, one fake smile, and one celebrity cameo turned the 2022 Lakers’ season upside down
www.theringer.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:52 PM
"I hate that fake sh*t," Russell Westbrook said to a teammate about LeBron.
From A HOLLYWOOD ENDING and excerpted at @theringer.com.web.brid.gy / @ringernba.bsky.social how a visit from Will Smith broke the LeBron-Westbrook relationship for good.
www.theringer.com/2025/10/20/n...
From A HOLLYWOOD ENDING and excerpted at @theringer.com.web.brid.gy / @ringernba.bsky.social how a visit from Will Smith broke the LeBron-Westbrook relationship for good.
www.theringer.com/2025/10/20/n...
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I’ll be at @vromansbookstore.bsky.social tomorrow night with @mirinfader.bsky.social talking Lakers and my new book. If you’re in the area come by!!
vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-1...
vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-1...
Yaron Weitzman, in conversation with Mirin Fader, discusses & signs A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the Lebron Lakers
Vroman's will be closing early on Sunday, October 19th and will be open from 10am - 6pm. The 1894 wine bar will be open from 12pm - 5:50pm.
vromansbookstore.com
October 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
I’ll be at @vromansbookstore.bsky.social tomorrow night with @mirinfader.bsky.social talking Lakers and my new book. If you’re in the area come by!!
vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-1...
vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-1...