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Lakers Injury Updates: Marcus Smart, Maxi Kleber, Jaxson Hayes

The Los Angeles Lakers have ramped things up the past few weeks, earning multiple quality wins over playoff-caliber opponents. The Lakers’ success can be tied to their offensive efficiency, but more importantly they’re getting healthy after seeing nearly every rotation player miss time at some point during the 2025-26 season.

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LeBron James’ stance on Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves Lakers takeover

LeBron James did not have to do much in his return from his elbow injury on Thursday, as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves carried the Los Angeles Lakers over the Chicago Bulls, 142-130, at Crypto.com Arena.

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The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NBA all-time field goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 20-point games in an NBA season' quiz

The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Lakers Announce Bronny James News After 32 NBA Games

In 2024, Bronny James took the next major step in his basketball career when he declared for the NBA Draft after spending one season at USC. The Los Angeles Lakers selected the 6-foot-2 guard in the second round with the 55th overall pick.

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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.

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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.

Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / March 13

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Hits 51 In Easy Win Over Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers are rolling. And on Thursday night, Luka Doncic made sure everyone noticed. Doncic poured in 51 points — his highest-scoring game since joining the Lakers — as L.A.

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The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

Dwight Howard News / EssentiallySports / March 13

Why Did Dwight Howard Retire? All About Ex-Lakers Star’s Sudden Announcement

In a career that spanned over two decades and multiple continents, deserving the Man of Steel moniker, one of the most physically dominant forces in modern basketball history has officially hung his cape.

Los Angeles Lakers News / thePeachBasket / March 13

Luka Dončić’s 51-Point Masterclass: How the Lakers’ New Superstar Is Rewriting the Western Conference Playbook

In an electrifying matchup at the Staples Center, the Los Angeles Lakers emerged victorious against the Chicago Bulls, winning 142-130. The game showcased stellar performances from key players on both sides, but it was Luka Dončić who stole the spotlight with a remarkable display of skill and determination.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Lakers’ LeBron James sums up Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves duo with praise after win vs. Bulls

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves may look like kids when they prank each other, but when it is time to take the floor, they are all business for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Colin Cowherd doubts Lakers fans would want LeBron James statue

It will be interesting to see how the Los Angeles Lakers handle LeBron James’ legacy once he inevitably hangs up his sneakers. James has spent the past eight seasons with the Lakers, and he brought a title to LA back in 2020, which means that he should already be a legend of the franchise in the eye of the team’s fanbase.

Adou Thiero News / Hoops Wire / March 13

Lakers Rookie Adou Thiero Making Case for Bigger Role

There is one place where Adou Thiero is getting plenty of attention lately. It just isn’t with the Los Angeles Lakers, as relayed by Khobi Price of the California Post.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

JJ Redick reveals potential Marcus Smart injury return timeline

When the Los Angeles Lakers’ injury report popped up for their game on Thursday against the Chicago Bulls, there was a surprising addition in veteran guard Marcus Smart.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 12

LeBron James Returns; Marcus Smart, Jaxson Hayes, Maxi Kleber Out Vs. Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James (right hip contusion, left foot arthritis) is available, while Marcus Smart (right hip contusion), Jaxson Hayes (back soreness) and Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain) are out on Thursday night against the Chicago Bulls.

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / March 12

Lakers planning massive offer to keep Austin Reaves

The Lakers appear ready to make sure Austin Reaves stays exactly where he is. According to sources cited by Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily, the Lakers plan to offer Reaves a five-year contract worth roughly $240 million once free agency opens this summer.

Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12

Lakers’ expected contract offer to Austin Reaves is revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers are ready to open up the vault for Austin Reaves. The Lakers plan to offer their star guard Reaves a five-year, $240 million contract upon the start of free agency this summer, Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily reported on Wednesday.

Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11

Deandre Ayton gets snippy with the media amid his struggles

Deandre Ayton continues to crash out. The Los Angeles Lakers center Ayton addressed reporters on Thursday night after the team’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 11

Luka Doncic on fire since Max Kellerman's criticism

Since getting flamed by Kellerman, who hosts a podcast with Rich Paul, the agent of Lakers teammate LeBron James, Doncic is second in the NBA in scoring.

LeBron James’ final decision still expected to come down to Lakers, Cavs, or retirement

Lakers catch Wolves in standings thanks to Luka Doncic's triple-double

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins LeBron James in rare NBA stat line

The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11