BREAKING NEWS: Excitements Hits, Crypto Center Stadium as Los Angeles Lakers’ Former Head Coach Frank Vogel has Returned to his former team as the Senior Coaching S….…see more

🏀 BREAKING NEWS: Excitement Hits Crypto.com Arena as Frank Vogel Returns to the Lakers as Senior Coaching Strategist

In a stunning development that has electrified Lakers Nation, former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel is making a surprise return to the Purple and Gold—this time as the team’s Senior Coaching Strategist, the organization announced early Saturday morning.

The announcement came via a cryptic tweet from the Lakers’ official X (formerly Twitter) account that simply read: “He’s back. 👀 #LakersFamily” — sending social media into a frenzy.

Vogel, who led the Lakers to their historic 17th championship during the 2019-2020 season in the NBA Bubble, brings a defensive mastermind’s edge to the revamped coaching staff under current head coach [insert fictional or real name]. His new role will focus on game-planning, analytics-driven strategy, and player development support.

“Frank knows what it takes to win in this city,” said Lakers GM Rob Pelinka during a surprise press conference. “We’re thrilled to welcome him back in a role that plays to his strengths and supports our mission to return to championship form.”

Vogel last coached the Phoenix Suns before parting ways after a playoff exit in 2024. His return to the Lakers marks a full-circle moment, with many players, including Anthony Davis, reportedly welcoming the move.

“Coach Vogel is family. Having him around again feels right,” Davis told reporters after practice today.

Fans outside Crypto.com Arena were seen celebrating, with some chanting “Vogel! Vogel!” as the news broke.