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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 31
Lakers blow huge early lead in ugly loss to Warriors 
After sprinting out to a 25-point lead in the first half, the Lakers authored an ugly, ugly collapse across much of the next three periods, losing to the Warriors 112-95 on Friday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Habit / October 31
The Lakers' defensive issues were not hard to see coming
The Los Angeles Lakers were one of the more active teams in the NBA this summer, especially with LeBron James departing, and opening up a lot of cap space.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30
Luka Doncic embarrassed Yaxel Lendeborg in first quarter of grudge match
Luka Doncic was not playing around when he got his shot at a rematch with Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. The Los Angeles Lakers star clearly had revenge on his mind entering Friday’s game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 30
Lakers Among 9 Teams Interested in Two Elite Wings
The Los Angeles Lakers underwent a historical change this past season. The Lakers not only lost future Hall of Famer LeBron James but also lost a handful of other players, adding nine new faces in NBA free agency and the draft.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 30
JJ Redick Opens Up On Lakers’ Best Big Man Pairing And Collin Sexton’s Impact Off The Bench
All the odds were against the Lakers going into their latest game against the Clippers. In enemy territory, without Luka Doncic, it was a game that very easily could have gotten out of their control.
Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 30
Rui Hachimura reflects on ‘tough’ free agency, wanted to stay with Lakers
While most expected a new-look Lakers team heading into this season, few expected the team to move on from nearly every free agent on the roster heading into the summer.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30
Luka Doncic Returns, Ziaire Williams Out Vs. Warriors
After missing Wednesday night’s win over the L.A. Clippers due to back tightness, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is off the injury report and back in action on Friday night against the Golden State Warriors.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 30
Lakers’ Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves Are Establishing Themselves Among NBA’s Elite Duos
The Los Angeles Lakers entered into a new era this season, led by superstar guard Luka Doncic. Doncic is the face of the franchise, a sentence not many thought they would be reading, considering he was supposed to be a Dallas Maverick for life.
Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 30
Gilbert Arenas Reveals How Kobe Bryant's Work Ethic Transformed His Career
The Los Angeles Lakers have had some of the greatest players ever to don the Purple and Gold, but none may be greater or more impactful than Kobe Bryant.
NBA News / Viral Sports News / October 30
Lakers Announce Bad Injury News Hours Before Warriors Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have ruled out starting forward Ziaire Williams for Friday’s NBA Cup opener against the Golden State Warriors because of left foot injury management.
Quentin Grimes News / Lakers Nation / October 30
Quentin Grimes Liked Lakers’ Mindset While Shorthanded
After suffering their first loss of the season, the Los Angeles Lakers had to turn right around and take the court again the next night against the L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 30
Lakers buyers lining up investors amid questions about funding
Getting into the Lakers’ prospective ownership group apparently requires about $250 million. That’s the starting point. Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are offering minority stakes beginning around that figure as they assemble investors for their proposed purchase, according to Ben Horney of Front Office Sports.
Walker Kessler News / Hoops Habit / October 30
The Lakers must ride Walker Kessler all the way to the title
The new look Los Angeles Lakers are off to a hot start, winning all three games in a decisive fashion. A major part of that has been their new center, Walker Kessler, who found a rhythm with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves incredibly quickly.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30
Collin Sexton Praises Jarred Vanderbilt For Always Staying Ready
Jarred Vanderbilt is one of the longest tenured members of the Los Angeles Lakers, but over the last couple seasons has always been in and out of the rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30
Josh Kushner & Bob Iger Reportedly Shopping Lakers Minority Stakes
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner are expected to soon officially become the owners of the Los Angeles Lakers once the NBA Board of Governors voting takes place in November.
Los Angeles Lakers News / TV Insider / October 30
Ex-Lakers Star Lamar Odom Speaks Out About Joining OnlyFans
Former NBA star Lamar Odom is taking his career in a completely new direction, officially launching an OnlyFans account and reportedly becoming the first major former professional basketball player to join the adult subscription platform.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30
JJ Redick ‘Pleasantly Surprised’ By Matisse Thybulle
One of the most intriguing offseason signings for the Los Angeles Lakers was Matisse Thybulle. The wing has long been considered one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA, but has struggled with injuries as well as an inconsistent jump shot.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 30
Lakers Fans Believe LeBron James Shouldn’t Get A Statue Or Have His Jersey Retired: 'Absolutely Not'
Leading an NBA team to a championship usually makes a player a fan favorite, but LeBron James never quite got that love and respect in his time with the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 29
Lakers' Collin Sexton spearheads game-changing run in win over Clippers
With Luka Doncic sidelined by back tightness, Sexton came off the bench for a season-high 21 points in 21 minutes.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
NBA is only getting tough on flopping for one side of the ball
NBA referees gave out only 27 technicals for flopping all season. They gave out three in three minutes Tuesday night.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / October 28
Lakers' Luka Doncic (back) to miss game vs. Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers ruled guard Luka Doncic out of Wednesday night's game against the crosstown Clippers with back tightness. Los Angeles is holding out Doncic on the second night of a back-to-back.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers
This marked the second straight game where L.A. allowed 120 or more points, although the 136 is a season-high through the first four contests of the season.
Herbert Jones News / Yardbarker / October 30
Why Lakers should pursue trade for Pelicans' Herbert Jones
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a great start this season, but as expected, their defensive acuity as a group remains a major point of concern.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Jazz's two big trades look rough after injury news
The Utah Jazz made it clear they were ending their four-year rebuild last season when they made a blockbuster deal for Jaren Jackson, Jr. But a brutal start to the 2026-27 season could mean another year of misery for the long-suffering Jazz.
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