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On YouTubeJ.J. Redick News / The SportsRush / January 7
Mike Malone Slams JJ Redick for Creating 'Noise' in Lakers’ Locker Room With Public Criticism
The Los Angeles Lakers have been making just as many headlines off the court as they have on it. The Purple and Gold are 23-11 and currently sit in the No.
Austin Reaves News / Hardwood Heroics / January 7
Former 4x All-Star Gets Candid on Austin Reaves After Backlash Over Past Lakers Take: 'I Received Death Threats'
Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves has established himself as the clear No. 2 option on the team. This season, Reaves has averaged 26.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.3 assists through 23 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 7
'Would Have 3 Rings': Rich Paul Makes Bold Claim on James Harden Playing With LeBron James
One of the NBA’s biggest stars over the last five years, Luka Doncic has put up insane stat lines without a ring to show for it, which is a pretty common trend in the NBA.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
LeBron James Out, Gabe Vincent Available Vs. Spurs
Gabe Vincent (lumbar back strain) will make his return for the Los Angeles Lakers against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Additionally, LeBron James (left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica) has been ruled out after being listed as questionable earlier in the day.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
What former 1st-round pick needs to earn Lakers call-up
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers currently have one open roster spot, but due to salary cap restrictions under the first apron, they cannon add a 15th player until mid-January, should they choose to do so.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
JJ Redick Compares LeBron James To MLB Legend Greg Maddux
What Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is doing on the basketball court at 41 years of age and in his 23rd NBA season is unheard of. Even playing 23 years in the league had never been done, but LeBron is still playing at a high level and continually showing that he is one of the best players in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
Luka Doncic Amazed By LeBron James
Regardless of how talented some players are, it will always take some time for them develop chemistry on the basketball court. Some wondered whether Luka Doncic and LeBron James would be able to co-exist on the Los Angeles Lakers, but for the most part the two have fit together very well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
JJ Redick Loves ‘Synergy’ Developing Between Luka Doncic & LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers extended their win streak to three games with their victory over the New Orleans Pelicans and of course it was Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the way.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 7
Rotation Trust Level: Learning who the Lakers can’t rely upon 
Injuries have thrust the Lakers into a position where they’ve lost wiggle room and had to rely upon nine players in recent games. It’s been a lot more bad than good as Luka Dončić and LeBron James have carried a pretty lackluster rotation to victories against the Grizzlies and Pelicans.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
Lakers star Luka Doncic’s ‘What did you say motherf****r?’ trash talk to fan caught on viral video
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans, and a viral clip went everywhere in minutes. Lakers star Luka Doncic delivered another closing act as his story grew louder in real time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 7
How good teams are beating the Lakers with physicality
With just under three minutes played on Christmas Day, Rocket’s forward Tari Eason bodies up Luka Dončić in the back court, nudging him just slightly to make his presence felt.
The 'Most 30-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 7
Marcus Smart says Jake LaRavia is underrated defender
Jake LaRavia has had some great performances recently as he’s been implemented into the starting lineup with Rui Hachimura out. LaRavia scored 26 points and 21 points in back-to-back wins against the Grizzlies, helping LA begin 2026 undefeated.
Marcus Smart News / EssentiallySports / January 7
Lakers’ Marcus Smart Speaks Candidly on Playing With LeBron & Luka, Defensive Struggles and More
Despite rattling off a laundry list of things that the Los Angeles Lakers need to correct, Marcus Smart maintained optimism about the team’s direction and potential.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 7
LeBron James admits his age will dictate his availability moving forward
At 41, with nearly 60,000 career minutes on his body, the battles are getting harder for James.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
The ‘contagious’ effect Deandre Ayton thinks Lakers need more of
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers added Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia in the offseason, the prevailing thought was the former Memphis Grizzlies’ duo would bolster the team’s defense.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7
Curious report emerges about Lakers center Deandre Ayton's future
Deandre Ayton may already have worn out his welcome at yet another stop.
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