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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 30
ESPN Commentators Announce Return Update for LeBron James & Luka Doncic During Lakers vs Wolves
The Lakers barely edged out the Timberwolves, winning 116-115, and now hold a 3-2 record. They’ve been navigating the season without their longtime star, LeBron James, who has been out since the preseason.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / October 30
NBA roundup: Austin Reaves, Lakers sink Wolves at buzzer
Austin Reaves made a driving jump shot at the buzzer to lift the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-115 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night in Minneapolis.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 30
Austin Reaves ‘Pleads’ For Luka Doncic And LeBron James Tor Return On National TV
Austin Reaves has carried the Los Angeles Lakers’ offense almost single-handedly in the absence of LeBron James and Luka Doncic. It’s a bit of a newer role for AR but he seems to have adjusted incredibly well.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 30
Magic Johnson Reacts After Austin Reaves’ Historic Win Heals Dodgers Heartbreak
Austin Reaves just saved the Lakers, and he also saved Magic Johnson’s mood in the process. In a close 116-115 win over the Timberwolves, Reaves sank a 12-foot champ at the buzzer to seal it, capping off a 28-point, 16-assist masterpiece that had the arena roaring.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 30
Charles Barkley Doesn’t Believe LeBron James Is Suffering From Sciatica
The Los Angeles Lakers have started the 2025-26 season without the King, LeBron James, who’s reportedly been suffering from sciatica. It’s been five games without James now, with many wondering how long it will be before he makes his season debut.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 30
Lakers' Austin Reaves looks like an All-Star after game-winner
The Los Angeles Lakers are playing without All-Stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After his buzzer-beater sank the Minnesota Timberwolves Wednesday night, Austin Reaves is looking like an All-Star himself.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 30
LA Lakers star showing he can be even better than Dorian Finney-Smith after topping his best points total
After a slow start, one LA Lakers’ summer signing is finally growing into his role and showing his true potential. The Los Angeles Lakers managed to win/drop yet another game without Luka Doncic and LeBron James, as they defeated/lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves on the road.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / October 29
Latest on LeBron James
LeBron James is inching closer to a return, though the Lakers still don’t have an exact date circled. Head coach JJ Redick told reporters before Wednesday’s game that the plan is for James to be back sometime in the second or third week of November, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
J.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / October 29
Lakers HC JJ Redick Provides Injury Update For Key Players
The Los Angeles Lakers are 2-2 to start 2025-26. That’s hardly the record they want to have, as they’d be 4-0 if it were up to them. Even so, they’re playing at or above expectations considering the circumstances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 29
Paul Pierce Makes His Opinion of Luka Doncic, Lakers Very Clear
NBA legend Paul Pierce has made his stance on the Los Angeles Lakers and their superstar Luka Doncic crystal clear, and he’s not impressed. Speaking on the debut episode of the “No Fouls Given” podcast alongside Danny Green and Big Wos, Pierce called out both the team and Doncic for what he sees as predictable play and defensive weakness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 29
Lakers, Timberwolves Announce Starting Lineups for Wednesday Game
The Los Angeles Lakers will play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday in a rematch from the 2025 NBA playoffs first round. The Wolves played against the Lakers this past Friday, with Los Angeles coming out on top 128-110.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 29
Charles Barkley Surprised Deandre Ayton Isn’t Dominating With LeBron James and Luka Doncic Out Injured
Deandre Ayton, on paper, was one of the best pickups for the Los Angeles Lakers, a team in search of a competent big man over the summer. Expectations were high, and in the absence of Luka Doncic and LeBron James due to injuries, Charles Barkley thought he would perform better than he has.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 29
Lakers Struggling As They Face Major Adversity Due To Injuries, Jaxson Hayes Returns To Action While Veteran Guard Downgraded
While the NBA is just a week into its 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers are facing significant adversity, sitting at .500 and having yet to field a full squad.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Lead / October 29
The Los Angeles Lakers Are Kings of the Sports Card Market
In Calabasas, CA, Lakers fandom has found a new home at a coffee shop. However, this epicenter of purple and gold has nothing at all to do with espresso, but rather everything to do with cardboard.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 29
Lakers Players Taking Wild Approach to Motivate Deandre Ayton
After his 22-point, 15-rebound performance against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, Lakers center Deandre Ayton earned the praise of his head coach JJ Redick, who called it the best performance of the center's short career in L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
LeBron James’ Rehab ‘Moving In Right Direction’
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has yet to play this season. In the weeks prior to the regular season beginning, James was ruled out with a sciatica on his right side and was expected to miss the first few weeks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
JJ Redick Maintains ‘Very High Belief’ In Dalton Knecht
The Los Angeles Lakers were severely shorthanded on Monday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, missing five players from their regular rotation. That meant more minutes for players like Bronny James, Nick Smith Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
JJ Redick Seeing Growth In Austin Reaves As Communicator & Leader
With both Luka Doncic and LeBron James injured, Austin Reaves has become the focal point of the Los Angeles Lakers’ offense. Head coach JJ Redick has put the ball in Reaves’ hands and the guard has responded averaging 46.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists while shooting 56.8% from the field and 50% from deep in the last two games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 29
Bald don't lie: Jaylen Brown addresses hairline issues
Jaylen Brown's season began ignominiously when his Celtics lost their first three games — and his hair dye rubbed off on OG Anunoby. On Tuesday, he decided to do something about his hairline.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 29
The Lakers player that JJ Redick still believes in
LOS ANGELES – With seven players out on the injury report, Monday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers presented an opportunity for some of the seldom-used players on the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster to step up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29
Notorious former Laker rips 'soft' Bronny James in epic rant
Bronny James officially has a detractor in one of the most notorious Los Angeles Lakers of all-time.
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