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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / April 7
Is LeBron James Playing Tonight Against Thunder? Latest Injury Update on Lakers Star
The Los Angeles Lakers are suddenly looking down the barrel. Just a week earlier, the team was surging with Luka Doncic getting some significant MVP pushes.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Cooper Flagg: ‘Dream Come True’ To Match Up With LeBron James
Sunday’s meeting between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks was truly a showcase of the best of the previous generation against the face of the new one.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / April 7
NBA to Delay Post-Season Award Voting Process Over Luka Doncic Injury: Report
Luka Doncic is missing the NBA’s 65-game threshold by just one. That’s where the agony builds up. The six-time All-Star has had a season worth remembering.
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 7
After Surviving 12 Strokes, 6 Heart Attacks, Lamar Odom Pushes Back on Documentary’s Life Support Claim
After narrating his near-death experience, Lamar Odom has a slight problem with the Netflix documentary. He has not watched Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, understandably, because of the harrowing memories depicted in it.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / April 7
LeBron James Seemingly Takes a Shot at Lakers Over His Role In Fan Video
In the first game without guards, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers had to rely on LeBron James. The 41-year-old easily turned back the clock and dropped a near triple-double of 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 15 assists.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 7
'Be Careful': Mychal Thompson Says 35YO WWE Star ‘Cursed’ Laker Following Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves Injury
“You are cursed”: This is probably the most feared phrase in the WWE storylines. But lately, the chilling warning feels less like scripted drama and more like an eerie reality creeping into the LA Lakers’ season.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 7
'Y’all employed by the Brother?' – Stephen A. Smith Fires Back at Matt Barnes Over LeBron James Defense
Stephen A. Smith has been in the news recently due to his beef with Matt Barnes. And by the looks of it, that’s not really surprising. He’s had a beef with everybody, not just in the sports world, but on the political level as well. Is he bias with his reporting?
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
The hidden gem that helped Lakers find undrafted steals like Austin Reaves
Over the past few years, the Los Angeles Lakers have been among the best in the NBA at finding undrafted gems who become key contributors. Alex Caruso helped the Lakers win the 2020 NBA title.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 6
Lakers-Thunder rematch carries different vibe after L.A. injuries
When the Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers faced off Thursday in Oklahoma City, the matchup had plenty of buzz. The contest featured the top team in the Western Conference, a contender on a 13-1 run looking to knock off the defending champions, and two MVP candidates.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
Details surface on Luka Doncic’s unusual injury treatment
Luka Doncic is going experimental as he attempts to return to the lineup as soon as humanly possible. The Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic was diagnosed last week with a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 6
Former NBA Star Shaquille O'Neal Announces Career Move on Monday
Fans will witness the start of a new basketball league this summer, spearheaded by former Los Angeles Lakers star Shaquille O'Neal. In the past, O'Neal has been a judge on the TNT Sports show, "The Dunk King." It's a show where some of the top dunkers compete for the top spot and earn $100,000.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Lakers Injury Report: Marcus Smart Out, LeBron James Questionable Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are listing LeBron James (left foot injury management) as questionable and Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) as out for Tuesday night’s home contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
South Bay Lakers’ Season Ends With Loss In G League Western Conference Finals
The Los Angeles Lakers’ G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, saw their season come to an end in the Western Conference Finals on Sunday night, falling to 101-97 to the Stockton Kings.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Details On Luka Doncic’s Procedure In Spain
When Luka Doncic was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, it seemingly marked the end of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season. Doncic had been playing at an MVP level before getting hurt against the Oklahoma City Thunder, a cruel twist of fate for the Lakers star.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers hit a brutal stretch last Thursday, and the timing could not be worse. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with injuries during a 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 6
Luke Kennard Opens Up on Stepping Up During Lakers Injury Crisis
The Los Angeles Lakers lost Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to injuries within 48 hours of each other, and suddenly, a guy known mostly for shooting threes was running the offense.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / April 6
Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news
The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with a ticking clock when it comes to Luka Doncic and his injured hamstring.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 5
JJ Redick outlines Lakers' plan amid Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries
The Los Angeles Lakers took another major hit on Saturday when the team announced guard Austin Reaves will miss the rest of the regular season with a Grade 2 oblique strain.
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