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Luka Doncic Airs Refs’ Dirty Laundry as Lakers Star Takes Matter Into Own Hands

The Los Angeles Lakers took a 115-107 win over the Denver Nuggets in a hard-fought win, despite losing starting center Deandre Ayton by halftime to an injury.

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LeBron James Breaks Silence on All-Star Snub, Leaves LA Weekend Plans Up in the Air

In the first All-Star to be played in Inglewood since 1983, one of LA’s biggest star LeBron James’ availability remains uncertain. Fans, media analysts, and fellow players had the voting rights, and none of them voted for the 41-year-old in the top 5.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

JJ Redick Details Lakers System Change to Protect Luka Doncic Defensively

Luka Doncic brought main character energy to the third act. The Denver Nugget had the first half in the bag with a 16-point lead. But a sudden defensive pivot, one that we’d not seen from this squad, changed everything.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 21

Lakers Prove Resilience, Overcome Nuggets in Mile High Thriller 115-107

It felt like we’d seen this movie before. The Los Angeles Lakers, staring up at the banners in Ball Arena, looked lost. For a half, it was the same old story in Denver: altitude, attitude, and a deficit that felt heavier than the thin air outside.

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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.

Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / January 21

$38 Million Nets Star Leads Lakers Trade Race After 3x All-Star Pressures Rob Pelinka

The period leading to the trade deadline on February 5 has been awkwardly quiet this season, despite multiple players on the trade block for weeks. One of the most talked-about teams is the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 21

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Nuggets

In back-to-back games, the Lakers have rallied in the second half to pull out wins. On Sunday against the Raptors, they trailed by three entering the fourth before coming out on top.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Lakers’ Luka Doncic passes Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic in 30-point triple-doubles

Luka Doncic once again starred for the Los Angeles Lakers as they beat the Denver Nuggets, 115-107, at Ball Arena on Tuesday. The Lakers notched back-to-back wins and improved to 26-16, including 14-8 on the road.

LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Lakers’ LeBron James showcases All-Star form with righteous tomahawk slam dunk vs. Nuggets

This may be the year where LeBron James’ All-NBA and All-Star streak comes to an end. He’s made both of them for 21 consecutive seasons, but a late start to the 2025-26 season due to sciatica and a decline in his statistics as Luka Doncic seizes control of the Los Angeles Lakers from him mean that that streak is in danger of coming to an end.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

LeBron James Risks $35K Fine to Welcome Back 2020 Lakers Championship Teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets faced off in the AWS Rivals Week tonight, with the Lakers emerging with a 115-107 win. However, the moment that caught everyone’s attention occurred during a stoppage in play, when Lakers superstar forward LeBron James did something unexpected.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 21

Lakers Player Ratings: The Superstars Flip The Script With Gutsy Performance To Defeat Nuggets 115-107

This was not great basketball, and the Lakers didn’t pretend it was. What they did instead was lean into contact, live with the mistakes, and keep pushing through the rough days before winning 115-107 against the Nuggets.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Lakers use strong 2nd half to surge past Nuggets

Luka Doncic had 38 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers used a strong second half to beat the Denver Nuggets 115-107 on Tuesday night.

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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 21

Lakers surge in second half to take down Nuggets

The Lakers surged in the second half on the shoulders of Luka Dončić and Marcus Smart to take the 115-107 win over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night. It was an offensive showdown early.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Lakers Begin Road Trip With Impressive Comeback Win Over Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers began a season-long eight-game road trip on Tuesday night, traveling to take on the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers and Nuggets have developed a bit of a rivalry in recent years, but this was their first meeting this season and it lacked star power with Nikola Jokic, Austin Reaves and others out of the lineup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / January 21

Watch: LeBron had jokes for his former teammate

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

Lakers' Austin Reaves Receives New Expected Return Date for Calf Strain

At the halfway point of the NBA regular season, injuries can start piling up for every team in the league, with 41 or more games in the books and the grind of the season beginning to take its toll.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Vs. Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers announced center Deandre Ayton was ruled out of the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets with a left eye injury. Ayton got hit in the face towards the end of the first half and did not come out for the third quarter with his team as Jaxson Hayes got the start in his place.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 20

Lakers’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that ruins title chances

The trade deadline is only weeks away, and the Lakers find themselves in a similar predicament as last season. They’re right in playoff contention but still far away from actually being one of the few teams that have the opportunity to compete for a title.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 20

NBA Makes Luka Doncic Announcement Amid 2nd Season With Lakers

Luka Doncic remains one of the hottest names in the NBA right now. The Los Angeles Lakers star, who joined the team via trade last season, leads the league in scoring with 33.3 points on 46.4% shooting, along with 7.5 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game.

Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / January 20

Lakers Honored Kobe Bryant and Gigi By Winning the 2020 NBA Title: Danny Green

NBA championships have always been the standard for the Los Angeles Lakers. Unfortunately, the team hasn’t experienced that level in the past few years.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 20

NBA All-Star Voting: Luka Doncic Leads Fan Voting, LeBron James’ Starting Streak Ends

The starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game were announced on Monday, and Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic made the cut, along with Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Stephen Curry and Victor Wembanyama in the West and Jalen Brunson, Jaylen Brown, Cade Cunningham, Tyrese Maxey and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the East.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 20

JJ Redick: Lakers Must Continue To Keep Deandre Ayton Involved In Offense

The star of the night for the Los Angeles Lakers in their victory over the Toronto Raptors was center Deandre Ayton. He was a perfect 10-of-10 from the field, becoming just the third Lakers player to ever shoot 100% from the field on at least 10 shots, finishing with 25 points and 13 rebounds in the win.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 20

LeBron has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

LeBron James has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

Two of the most impressive and unbreakable streaks in NBA history ending in the same season may be the indicator that James has limited time left in the NBA.

NBA reveals 10 starters for new All-Star Game format

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Lakers slapped with a rule violation after Luka Doncic’s shenanigans

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NBA News / Yardbarker / January 19