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Austin Reaves: Lakers Need To Value Every Possession

After dropping both games in Minnesota, the Los Angeles Lakers now find themselves on the brink of elimination against the Timberwolves. And while it may seem obvious, Austin Reaves and the rest of this team understands the importance of this game.

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Lakers HC JJ Redick Gives One Word Answer About Game 5 Lineup Plan

The Los Angeles Lakers effectively have their backs against the wall. Despite having homecourt advantage in their ongoing playoff matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers trail the Timberwolves 3-1.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30

Kendrick Perkins says Jaxson Hayes now has new problem with LA Lakers, compares to Warriors situation

Kendrick Perkins has criticized JJ Redick for planting doubt in the mind of Jaxson Hayes. Jaxson Hayes has had a nightmare playoff series for the LA Lakers, losing the trust of head coach JJ Redick.

Brandin Podziemski News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Youngest 25/5/5 with five threes in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the youngest players for each NBA franchise to score 25 points with five made three's to go with at least five rebounds and assists can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA's active playoff wins leaders' quiz

The '2006 NBA Draft first round' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 30

Luka Doncic: Lakers Confident Heading Into Do-Or-Die Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers have their backs against the wall going into Game 5 of their first round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Down 3-1, Luka Doncic and LeBron James will need to lead this team to their best performance of the season in order to stave off elimination and extend their season at least one more game.

Dalton Knecht News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 30

Lakers Must Play Dalton Knecht to Avoid Playoff Elimination

The Los Angeles Lakers are in a tough spot in their first-round playoff series with the Minnesota Timberwolves after going down 3-1 in the series. After playing the same five guys for the entire second half and falling short, clearly, something needs to be changed.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30

‘This is not about Luka and LeBron’… Marcus Morris wants two LA Lakers players to produce more vs. Minnesota

The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in trouble in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. But as early as in the first round, the LA Lakers‘ backs are against the wall already with the Minnesota Timberwolves leading 3-1.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / April 30

Michael Jordan Rival Questions LeBron James' Placement Above Kobe Bryant

During the 1980s and `90s, Reggie Miller was one of the biggest rivals for Michael Jordan. It was always must-see television when Miller's Indiana Pacers faced the Jordan-led Chicago Bulls.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Fadeaway World / April 30

Would Lakers Accept This Trade Deal For Giannis Antetokounmpo - NBA Fans Debate

Would the Los Angeles Lakers say yes to a blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo trade? That’s the debate heating up online after a Lakers fan page proposed a hypothetical scenario that had NBA Twitter buzzing.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 30

How the Lakers will recover physically for Game 5 vs. Wolves

Let’s take a closer look at how five of the Lakers’ key players will recover from playing the entire second half of Game 4 vs. the Wolves. The Lakers lost a heartbreaking Game 4 to the Timberwolves on Sunday, falling into a 3-1 series hole before heading back home on the brink of elimination.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 30

Shaquille O’Neal Named Men’s Basketball General Manager At Sacramento State University

There are very few NBA players, active or retired, that have more on their plate than Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal. The Hall of Fame big man can regularly be seen in commercials for The General and Icy Hot while also being a board member for Papa John’s and the President of Basketball at Reebok.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / April 30

LeBron James Laments Lakers’ Inability To Close Quarters Vs. Timberwolves

At numerous points during Game 4, the Los Angeles Lakers had leads of at least eight points with the opportunity to push it out further, but were unable to do so.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / April 30

JJ Redick blames LeBron James and Luka Doncic’s misses for late Game 4 collapse instead of fatigue

LeBron James and Luka Doncic gave their all in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But JJ Redick‘s Los Angeles Lakers still came up short and now are staring at an early end to their season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / April 30

Los Angeles Lakers Legend Begs the NBA’s Commissioner to Replace the All-Star Game

Former Los Angeles Lakers star Magic Johnson has one wish for Commissioner Adam Silver for the All-Star Game. The 2025 NBA All-Star Game didn’t get the fans’ vote.

LeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Former Lakers Champ Calls LeBron James GOAT if He Completes Comeback

It may be the hottest and lengthiest sports debate of all time: Who is the GOAT? The Lakers’ LeBron James or the Bulls’ Michael Jordan? Granted, the discussion can become tiring to the point of aggravation.

Maxi Kleber News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Lakers Upgrade Key Player Ahead of Crucial Game 5 Showdown

The Los Angeles Lakers could welcome back their key forward, Maxi Kleber, for their must-win Game 5 showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers have upgraded Kleber from out to questionable.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Wild Prediction Has Lakers' Luka Doncic Leaving LA

The Los Angeles Lakers are close to finishing up their first half season with the current iteration of their squad. Despite being together for only half a season, there are already rumors of potentially breaking up the team.

Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Kobe Bryant and Gianna Mural Vandalized in Shocking Act

A mural honoring the NBA and Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, was vandalized in a shocking act on Tuesday. The mural was defaced with graffiti in Downtown Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Lakers Notes: Game 4 Loss, Hayes, Finney-Smith, Doncic, LeBron

Coach J.J. Redick made two bold strategic moves that nearly led the Lakers to a Game 4 victory in Minnesota, writes Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Redick decided to replace center Jaxson Hayes with Dorian Finney-Smith for the start of the third quarter, and he used the same five players for the entire second half.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

'Lifeless' Luka Doncic vindicates Nico Harrison's concerns

Doncic shot 1-of-6 in the fourth quarter and struggled mightily on defense in the Lakers' 116-113 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round on Sunday.

Anthony Edwards' ascent to face of the league continues with Game 4 win over Lakers

It's convenient to blame JJ Redick for Game 4 loss

JJ Redick's inexperience shows in Game 4 loss

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The '30 PPG in an NBA season' quiz