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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 1
Shaquille O’Neal Gives Clear Verdict on LeBron James’ Lakers Future Amid Injury Uncertainty
After an offseason filled with speculation about LeBron James’ future, the Los Angeles Lakers began without their biggest star. James remains sidelined with a lingering sciatica injury, raising concerns about his recovery and the team’s title hopes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 1
Charles Barkley says LeBron James must face reality over injury, ‘you know what that means’
LeBron James has not played a single minute in the 2025-26 NBA season. Before the campaign even began, he was ruled out with sciatica in his lower back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 1
Marcus Smart Believes Luka Doncic Can Average 40 Points This Season
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been on a tear to start the season, scoring at least 40 points in each of his first three games, joining Wilt Chamberlain as the only players in NBA history to do so.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / November 1
Emirates NBA Cup Western Conference Group B Update: Lakers Start 1-0 After Win Over Grizzlies
The third year of the Emirates NBA Cup kicked off on Halloween and there was a fair share of close games. For the Los Angeles Lakers, they hit the road for their first group play game against the Memphis Grizzlies and came away with an impressive 117-112 victory.
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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Gabe Vincent News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 1
Lakers' Gabe Vincent Sends Warning to Opponents Trying to Score on Him
Los Angeles Lakers reserve point guard Gabe Vincent may have missed much of the 4-2 squad's early slate of regular season games, but when he has played he's shown why Lakers team president and general manager Rob Pelinka wanted to splurge on him with a three-year, $33 million free agent contract in the summer of 2023.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 1
Austin Reaves Happy To Get Luka Doncic Back In Lakers Lineup
Luka Doncic returned to action on Friday night and immediately picked up where he left off before getting injured, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a road win over the Memphis Grizzlies to kick off Emirates NBA Cup group play action.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 1
Luka Doncic’s MVP Run Depends a Lot on the Lakers, Claims Dirk Nowitzki
After missing three games, Luka Doncic returned to the court in remarkable fashion, dropping 40 points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 117-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 1
South Bay Lakers 2025-26 Training Camp Roster
The NBA G League is an important tool for teams to use to develop talent in-house and potentially find role players for a low cost. For the Los Angeles Lakers, the South Bay Lakers have unearthed quality talent in recent years, most notably two-time champion Alex Caruso.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 1
Lakers Make G League Trade, Acquire College Basketball Legend
One of the more decorated college basketball players over the last quarter century is now rocking the Purple and Gold. More news: NBA Commissioner Adam
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 1
Lakers’ Austin Reaves ‘vividly remembers’ JJ Redick’s upset halftime speech vs. Grizzlies
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves will never forget coach JJ Redick’s halftime speech that led to a second-half comeback win against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 1
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton
Luka is living in Wilt space. Luka Doncic returned from a sprained finger and lower-leg contusion and immediately dropped 44 on Memphis — becoming the only player not named Wilt Chamberlain to open a season with three straight 40-plus games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 1
Luka Doncic Joins Wilt Chamberlain As Only NBA Players With Three 40-Point Games To Begin Season
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic finished with 44 points in Friday night’s win over the Memphis Grizzlies, marking his third straight 40-point game to open the season.
LeBron James News / HITC / November 1
Shaquille O’Neal backs LeBron James to make a big impact when he returns for the Lakers
LeBron James has been dealing with sciatica, which has kept him out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ first five games. James isn’t expected back in the Los Angeles Lakers lineup until mid-November at the earliest.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / November 1
Lakers’ Luka Doncic drops 44, keeps pace with Wilt
Austin Reaves held the Lakers down all week. Then Luka Doncic returned and took the wheel right back. Forty-four more Friday night. Lakers beat the Grizzlies 117-112.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31
NBA insider names three superstars who may switch teams
The 2025-26 NBA season is just over a week old, yet things are already starting to get spicy.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31
Pride may keep Mavericks from making the right move with Anthony Davis
The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / October 31
LeBron James celebrates favorite season with Halloween kids' book
LeBron James has a treat for his younger fans this Halloween. The Los Angeles Lakers star announced Thursday that the latest in his series of children's books, "Happy Spooky Halloween," will be released on July 21, 2026.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / October 31
Austin Reaves boosting value in contract year
The Lakers have held their own in recent days despite missing both LeBron James and Luka Doncic due to injuries. The play of guard Austin Reaves has been a major reason why Los Angeles has put up a 2-1 record without its two superstars — after scoring 51 points in Sacramento on Sunday and pouring in 41 more vs.
Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / October 30
Red-hot Austin Reaves solidifies his place in Lakers lore
Reaves has a achieved a feat no Laker has accomplished in 55 years.
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