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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / February 24
Luka Doncic’s Reluctance Puts Lakers’ Giannis Trade Plans at Risk: Report
Just last week, reports emerged of Luka Doncic being on board with the patient trade deadline decision of the Lakers. Because that approach brought the Purple and Gold franchise another step closer to the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 24
Dalton Knecht’s Name Floated In Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Idea as Lakers Face Multiple Roadblocks
Despite being the ‘steal’ of the 2024 NBA draft, Dalton Knecht made a trade request away from the Lakers. The sophomore guard wanted a fresh start after falling out of the rotation of JJ Redick’s plan.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / February 24
Lakers Face Harsh Playoff Reality Check From NBA Analyst Following Ugly 111-89 Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers are viewed as a team that could potentially contend for the NBA championship. Despite the ups and downs that the team has experienced since the start of the 2025-26 season, many believe they can be a threat to win the title.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
J.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / February 24
JJ Redick Sheds Light on Celtics No-Call After Eye-Opening Talk With NBA Official
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick has been in the news over the last few days after earning praise from the legendary Pat Riley. However, the “fiery guy” also garnered the referee’s attention when he attempted to make his point after a no-call in the most physical way possible.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 23
Marcus Smart stresses ‘understanding’ for Lakers to buy into their roles
LOS ANGELES – During the Los Angeles Lakers’ 125-122 win against the LA Clippers on Friday, Marcus Smart did not take a single shot attempt until the fourth quarter.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 24
Luka Doncic’s Statue Will Be Him Complaining To NBA Refs, Says Max Kellerman
Luka Doncic’s talent and ability can never be downplayed, but there are aspects of his game that frustrate viewers and opposing teams alike. The All-NBA guard has been prone to complaining and lobbying for fouls since entering the league, but this season it has reached a new level.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 23
Former Lakers Star Makes Bold Claim About LA's Ceiling This Season
With 26 regular-season games to go during the 2025-26 campaign, there are a lot of questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers and how far this team, led by the star trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James, can go once the NBA playoffs get underway on April 18.
Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / February 23
Lakers Announce Bronny James Move After Celtics Game
Bronny James has not seen any action for the Los Angeles Lakers since returning from the NBA All-Star Break. The Lakers have played two games, but James has remained inactive in both.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 23
Stephen A. Smith calls out Lakers’ LeBron James after Pat Riley’s statement
Hall of Fame Los Angeles Lakers head coach Pat Riley had one request for NBA coaches at his statue ceremony: dress better, which is advice ESPN’s Stephen A Smith says LeBron James should listen to.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 23
JJ Redick felt the Lakers were ‘awful’ offensively against Celtics 
When you’re run off the floor by your rival, there aren’t many positives that can be taken away. Particularly with the way things played out in the fourth quarter, there was definitely a very sour taste in the mouths of fans walking away from that contest.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 23
Max Kellerman unloads on Lakers star Luka Doncic as Rich Paul remains noticeably silent
Rich Paul was quiet when Max Kellerman blasted Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic with plenty of criticism. Paul and Kellerman took part in a Feb. 18 episode of the Game Over podcast.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 23
Lakers Legend Rips Team After Blowout Loss to Celtics
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers played host to the arch-rival Boston Celtics in a special game that preceded Pat Riley’s statue unveiling, with the majority of the Showtime Lakers in attendance, including Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and James Worthy.
Rui Hachimura News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 23
Rui Hachimura on flailing offense vs. Celtics, where to improve
While much has been made about the Los Angeles Lakers’ defensive issues this season, it was their offense that failed them during their 111-89 loss to the Boston Celtics on Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 23
Lakers Injury News: Jaxson Hayes Considered Day-To-Day With Ankle Bruise
The Los Angeles Lakers entered their matchup against the Boston Celtics healthy, but that quickly changed once Jaxson Hayes was ruled out from the contest due to an ankle injury.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / February 23
Why a LeBron James return to Cavs remains complicated
Any summer involving Lakers superstar LeBron James is going to invite speculation. This one will be no different. James is entering his offseason with a $52.6 million expiring contract, and the idea of a return to the Cavaliers has once again surfaced.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 23
Lakers Notes: Cap math, Kawhi scenarios, offseason targets
The Lakers’ financial picture could shift quickly depending on decisions from Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart. As Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron outlines, those player options and cap holds will dictate just how aggressive L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 23
Lakers set themselves up for cap flexibility, and a wide-open summer
The Lakers didn’t make a splash at the trade deadline, and that was very much the point. According to Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron, Los Angeles’ decision to sit tight has positioned the franchise for a potentially aggressive — and flexible — summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 23
Luka Doncic Feels Chemistry With Austin Reaves & LeBron James Is Not There Yet
The Los Angeles Lakers have one of the best trios of superstars in the NBA between Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. In particular, on offense, those three can cause all kinds of issues for the opposition as all three can attack the rim, shoot and are excellent playmakers with high IQs who can create for others as well.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / February 23
Austin Reaves Admits He & Lakers ‘Can’t Stay Frustrated’ At Officials
The Los Angeles Lakers have garnered a bit of a reputation as a team that constantly complains to the officials, sometimes to a fault as it can prevent them from getting back on defense and giving up easy buckets.
James Worthy News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Lakers legend shreds the team after loss to the Celtics
James Worthy knows what it takes to win titles in the NBA, and he doesn’t see it in the current version of the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers legend, who
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 23
Lakers Legend Makes Opinion of JJ Redick Very Clear
Pat Riley is widely regarded as one of the best coaches the Los Angeles Lakers ever had. Regarded as the brains behind the Showtime Lakers, he understands how to run a successful basketball team full of stars like Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, James Worthy and more.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 23
Jaylen Brown sends confident message after LeBron James' MVP endorsement
Brown's performance has reshaped the narrative around both himself and the Celtics as a whole.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 23
LeBron James makes history twice in Lakers' loss to Celtics
On a historic day for LeBron James and the Lakers, Los Angeles fell to their rival Boston Celtics, 111-89.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 22
Lakers tickets could see massive price hike after franchise sale
The Los Angeles Lakers sent out season-ticket renewal forms this week, and the price increases made it pretty clear where Mark Walter wants to take his $10 billion investment.
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