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Deandre Ayton: Lakers Need To Be Better In Third Quarters

An issue that has plagued the Los Angeles Lakers all season long has been their third quarters. No matter what strategies head coach JJ Redick has tried to employ, the Lakers have oftentimes come out of halftime flat and not executing.

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Lakera News: Tyrese Haliburton Wants To Learn One Aspect Of Austin Reaves’ Game

Seeing how Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has developed as a guard over the last few years is an impressive feat. When he signed on a two-way contract as an undrafted free agent in 2021, Reaves was a hustle, energy guy and eventually earned the respect of former head coach Frank Vogel.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / February 3

The Air Jordan 1 Low 'Lakers' Just Dropped for $130

Most of Michael Jordan's most popular sneakers have come in Chicago Bulls colors, but that has not stopped Nike and Jordan Brand from playing to the rivalries in his NBA career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 3

LeBron James sends message to Wesley Bryan while explaining his recent golf obsession

LeBron James has caught the golf bug late, but he’s fallen deeply in love with the sport. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer first started playing the sport this summer, aged 40, and he’s been obsessed ever since.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

The 'NBA steals leaders since 1976' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers made in 2021-22' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 3

JJ Redick says Lakers want Austin Reaves ‘100% confident’ before returning from injury

For fans eager to see Austin Reaves back on the court, the last week has been frustrating. On two separate occasions, Reaves was listed as questionable heading into a game and on two occasions, he was downgraded to out before tip.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

LeBron James’ Future with the Lakers Receives ‘Definitive’ Update

When the Lakers shockingly acquired Luka Doncic a year ago, fans knew the purple and gold had secured their next face of the franchise. But as the team operates on two timelines this season, it seems LeBron James’ Hollywood ending could come sooner rather than later.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 2

Can Cooper Flagg match Luka Doncic’s impact in Dallas?

Former All-Star unsure Cooper Flagg can match Luka Doncic’s impact in Dallas

Cooper Flagg is starting to look more comfortable in Dallas. After a rough start to his rookie season, he's adjusted to the NBA pace and started showing what he can actually do.

Cooper Flagg giving Mavericks hope for future one year after ill-fated Luka Doncic trade

Jason Kidd defends Cooper Flagg point guard role in profane exchange

Jason Kidd fined $35K for criticizing officials, using profanities

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '30-point NBA games by a teenager' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2

Report: LeBron James, Lakers are trending toward one outcome

The King may soon be taking up his court elsewhere. The Los Angeles Lakers are “definitively” ready to move on from their superstar forward LeBron James, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported during a livestream on Monday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 2

Luka Doncic & LeBron James Like Lakers’ Roster But Acknowledge They Must Continue To Improve

The Los Angeles Lakers are a good team and have proven that throughout this season. But despite the outstanding play of Luka Doncic and LeBron James, and the pending return from injury of Austin Reaves, most do not consider this team a championship contender.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 2

LeBron James’ Son Bryce James Has a Message for Nation’s Top Power Forward

Bryce James has yet to make his NCAA debut as we get closer to March Madness. He is a member of the Arizona Wildcats, but the program may be moving toward redshirting him to preserve his eligibility.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 2

The Lakers keep waiting for improved shooting that isn’t coming

Postgame press conferences for head coach JJ Redick have begun to sound like something of a broken record. While this could apply to multiple aspects of the Lakers as currently constructed, this time, it’s regarding their shooting.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / February 2

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Remains Questionable Vs. Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets, the finale of their eight-game-road trip, and Austin Reaves (left calf strain) is again being listed as questionable.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

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Austin Reaves News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Lakers’ Big Trade Deadline Addition Is A Familiar Face

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers have trended in the right direction in January. They also have more good news on the horizon. Breakout star Austin Reaves is close to returning from his injury at an important time for the Lakers.

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 2

4 Luka Doncic blockbuster trades that will never happen

When Luka Doncic played for the Dallas Mavericks, it was assumed there was a genuine zero percent chance that he’d be traded. Last season, he was just 25 years old and fresh off leading his team to an NBA Finals appearance.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / February 2

JJ Redick Addresses State Of Lakers Roster Leading Up To Trade Deadline

After their loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers currently sit at 29-19, good for sixth in the Western Conference. While that is a good record and the Lakers are right in the thick of the playoff race, most don’t consider them a true championship contender.

Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 2

Lakers’ Jake LaRavia Talks Defense, Luka & LeBron, NBA Trade Deadline

After stints with the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, defensive-minded forward Jake LaRavia became an unrestricted free agent this past summer and didn't take long to make his decision, signing a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, joining fellow AMR Agency client and friend, Austin Reaves.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 2

Caitlin Clark explains why she aspires to learn from Luka Doncic

Clark joined NBC's pregame broadcast ahead of Sunday night's Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks game and called Doncic "amazing and incredible" before going on to discuss how she could pattern parts of her game after his to improve as she prepares to enter her third WNBA season.

Clark has an awkward moment with Reggie Miller during her NBC debut

Report: WNBA, players union to hold CBA talks on Monday

Unrivaled sets women's hoops attendance record in Philly

Diana Taurasi earns place in Arizona Sports Hall of Fame

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