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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 9
LeBron James' agent says Lakers aren't true contenders
The Lakers are tied with the Denver Nuggets with a 17-6 record and are sitting in second place in the stacked Western Conference.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 9
76ers Rookie VJ Edgecombe Was Excited To Exchange Jerseys With LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night behind an incredible late-game performance from LeBron James. He had 29 points, seven rebounds and six assists on the night, but had 10 consecutive points for the Lakers in the final five minutes of the game.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 9
JJ Redick’s Coaching Philosophy is Like 20 Other Teams in the NBA, Says Byron Scott
By any metric, second-year head coach JJ Redick has done a fantastic job so far this year with the Lakers. The team is 17-6, tied for second in the West, and they’ve gotten there despite only having LeBron James for seven of those games.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 9
JJ Redick Praises Deandre Ayton’s Defense Against 76ers
Out of the free agent signings the Los Angeles Lakers made this past summer, Deandre Ayton has stood out as the best addition thanks to his strong two-way play through the first part of the 2025-26 season.
The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history
Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 8
LeBron James’ Former Teammate Gives Definitive Verdict On Possibility Of Year 24 For Lakers Star
Sometimes its hard to fathom LeBron James’ longevity. He’s been in the NBA for 23 seasons now, with the spotlight still on him. Every game he plays is historic, and every point he scores adds to his legacy as the league’s all-time leading scorer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 8
Lakers Urged to Make Major Trade This Season
At 16-6 (as of Dec. 6), the Los Angeles Lakers sit tied for third place in the vaunted Western Conference. The Lakers were widely expected to be a team struggling to even break into the top-six of the conference, as many projected Los Angeles to be a play-in team at best.
Austin Reaves News / Last Word On Sports / December 8
7 Contract-Year Flops, And What It Means For Austin Reaves
This year, Austin Reaves is one of the most underpaid players in the league. He is playing like a top-20 player, and he is getting paid like a top-10 role player.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 8
JJ Redick Believes It Was Important For LeBron James To Remind Himself What He’s Capable Of
The Los Angeles Lakers’ final stop of their road trip was all about LeBron James as he put together his first real LeBron-like performance of the season.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 9
Lakers Superstar Luka Doncic Announces Major Personal News
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic has been having a pretty good year, both on and off the court. Now in his first full season with the Lakers after a shocking midseason trade this February, Doncic leads the NBA with 35.3 points per game and has been the best player on a Lakers team that is second in the Western Conference.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton left baffled by JJ Redick’s praise about his defense
With the Los Angeles Lakers closing out the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night, 112-108, it came with a solid defensive effort, with even head coach JJ Redick shouting out center Deandre Ayton for his performance.
Austin Reaves News / HITC / December 8
Gilbert Arenas warns Austin Reaves about a looming issue he must handle wisely next year
Austin Reaves must decide on his future with the Los Angeles Lakers after the season concludes. He is putting up nearly 30 points and seven assists per game and has stepped into a larger role for the Lakers this year, which could complicate his contract talks in the summer.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 8
Lakers' win propels LeBron James up all-time list after vintage performance
Basketball is a team game, but it's also a sport that judges its players by how much their wins more than any other.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 7
Lakers star Austin Reaves’ unreal no-look pass sets up Rui Hachimura jumper
Austin Reaves had an excellent highlight with Rui Hachimura during the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night. Reaves is going through the fifth season of his NBA career, all with the Lakers.
Jake Laravia News / EssentiallySports / December 8
What Happened to Jake LaRavia? Lakers Star Heads to Locker Room vs 76ers
First, the Philadelphia 76ers sent Draymond Green packing midway through the game. Now their game against the LA Lakers has another casualty. Jake LaRavia left midgame after a nasty run-in.
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