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JJ Redick Wants Nick Smith Jr. To Be Aggressive

Luka Doncic led the way and LeBron James had another strong outing, but it was two-way contract player Nick Smith Jr. who gave the Los Angeles Lakers an extra boost in their win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night to snap their three-game losing streak.

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Bill Simmons proposes LeBron James trade to Golden State Warriors

Bill Simmons has suggested a bold trade move as LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers continue to struggle, despite their impressive record. With the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James showing signs of growing disconnect, speculation around the superstar’s future has intensified.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 30

JJ Redick Calls LeBron James ‘Remarkable’ Ahead Of 41st Birthday

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is the oldest player in the NBA but he continues to defy Father Time as he remains one of the league’s best players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 30

Is Shaquille O’Neal Dating Natalie Nunn? Did the Lakers Legend Really Gift Her a Car?

Rumor mills are running overtime. And this time it’s the Los Angeles Lakers legend, Shaquille O’Neal, who has fallen under its radar. The world knows Shaq for many reasons: basketball, an interesting music career, an entrepreneur, and so much.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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NBA News / BasketballNews.com / December 30

Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo lead first All-Star Game voting returns

The race for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game starters kicked off with a bang as the league released the first fan voting returns, and two of the game’s biggest stars are pacing the leaderboard.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / December 30

Jake LaRavia Pleased With Lakers’ Response After Being Called Out In Film Session

After three consecutive blowout losses, the Los Angeles Lakers badly needed a get-right game and that was exactly what they got on Sunday night against the Sacramento Kings.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 30

NBA Coach Urges LeBron James to Quit on Luka Doncic, Lakers for Steph Curry, Warriors

The trade market is open until February 2026. And maybe it’s time for some surprises. LeBron James is playing on an expiring contract for the first time in his 23-year-old NBA career.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 30

On 41st Birthday, LeBron James Feels He Is Winning Battle With Father Time

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James turns 41 on Tuesday and is in the middle of his 23rd NBA season. That alone is an unprecedented feat never-before accomplished by any player in league history.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 30

JJ Redick felt Lakers win over Pistons was one of the ‘most consistent games’ of season

The Lakers have been prone to some frustrating lapses in games this season. Rarely, if at all, have they been able to put together a full 48-minute effort.

Jake Laravia News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Jake LaRavia’s 1-word answer for Lakers’ response after tough practice

LOS ANGELES – Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ brutal loss to the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day, head coach JJ Redick was beyond frustrated when he vowed that the following practice was going to be an uncomfortable one.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 29

Lakers Get Good News Amid Latest Injury Development

The Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three-game losing skid on Sunday with a much-needed 125-101 blowout win over the Sacramento Kings. It was a concerted team effort by the Lakers, with LeBron James (24 points on 11-of-13 shooting) and Luka Doncic (24 points, seven assists) leading the charge.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 29

LeBron James And Klutch Sports Don’t Run The Lakers, Clarifies Rich Paul

Rich Paul and Klutch Sports have become one of the most powerful forces in the NBA over the past decade, with a client list that reaches nearly every corner of the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 29

JJ Redick Admits To Knee Injections At 41 While Reflecting On LeBron James’ Age

LeBron James has had an NBA career for the ages. Now in his 23rd season at age 40, James remains extremely dedicated to keeping his body healthy, and it has paid off.

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LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

LeBron James ranks stunningly low in NBA All-Star voting

The NBA world no longer orbits around LeBron James. On Monday, the NBA released the first returns from fan voting for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. In the

Rui Hachimura News / Athlon Sports / December 29

Lakers Announce Concerning Rui Hachimura News on Monday

Rui Hachimura played his part in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 125-101 win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday. The 6-foot-8 power forward helped lead the Lakers to their first victory in four games with 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting, four rebounds, an assist, two steals and two triples in 26 minutes of action.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29

Lakers Injury Report: Rui Hachimura & Gabe Vincent Out, Jaxson Hayes Returns Against Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for their Tuesday matchup with the Detroit Pistons and Rui Hachimura (right calf soreness), Austin Reaves (left gastrocnemius strain) and Gabe Vincent (lumbar back strain) are out while Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) is available to return.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 29

Lakers Two-Way Guard Proving Worthy of Increased Role

As the Los Angeles Lakers battle yet another injury crisis toward the end of the year, the available players are carrying the “next man up” mentality. Two-way signee Nick Smith Jr.

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 29

JJ Redick Urged to Demote Lakers Starter By Former NBA All-Star

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been pressured to make a starting lineup change by a former five-time NBA All-Star. The Lakers got a reprieve from their miserable three-game losing skid on Sunday, when they beat up on one of the Western Conference's worst teams.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 28

Lakers Expected to Make Major Trades This Year

The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers have cooled off after a blistering 15-4 start to the season, largely behind the efforts of star guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.