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Lakers Complete Fourth Quarter Comeback To Beat Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their eight-game road trip with a marquee matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. The Luka Doncic blockbuster trade shook up both franchises, making every meeting a painful reminder for the Dallas faithful.

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Lakers narrowly escape embarrassment, earn comeback win over Mavs

The Lakers led by as many as 14 and trailed by as many as 15 before coming from behind down the stretch to beat the Mavs, 116-110. The Lakers used a strong first half to hold a comfortable lead for much of the second half.

Austin Reaves News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

Austin Reaves’ Return to the Lakers Appears to Be Right Around the Corner

The season has come as a mixed bag for the Los Angeles Lakers. Initially, things looked extremely positive with the team winning back-to-back games. However, as the defensive lapses began to grow, the inconsistencies within the team began to show.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

Jeanie Buss and the Lakers Called Out Over How LeBron James Is Being Treated

The Los Angeles Lakers are once again at the center of league debate, not because of results on the court, but due to how the franchise is handling LeBron James.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active 20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

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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.

Drew Timme News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Drew Timme reveals ‘awesome’ reason for Lakers success

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers signed Drew Timme to a two-way contract back in November, but until recently, he hadn’t seen much playing time with the parent club.

Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 24

Former NBA Champion Torches Deandre Ayton Over Lakers Situation

During the NBA offseason, one of the Los Angeles Lakers' top priorities was upgrading the frontcourt with a center who could provide rim protection and be a consistent threat on offense.

Yves Missi News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 24

Is Yves Missi a trade deadline option for the Lakers?

Initially, the signing of Deandre Ayton looked to have potentially filled the hole at center for the future. However, as the season has progressed, Ayton has looked less and less like the perfect solution, opening up the search for the long-term answer at the position.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / January 24

The Good That LeBron James Has Provided For The Lakers Clearly Outweighs The Bad

ESPN recently reported that Los Angeles Lakers minority owner Jeanie Buss had animosity towards LeBron James. Buss apparently felt that James had an outsized ego, did not take accountability after the failed Russell Westbrook experiment, and did not express gratitude for the Bronny James pick.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24

Luka Doncic & LeBron James Top Five In Jersey Sales For 2025-26 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in an intriguing yet delicate situation with Luka Doncic’s arrival and LeBron James’ looming retirement or departure.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 24

Luka Doncic Excited To Go ‘Home’ To Play Against Mavericks

Saturday night marks Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas to take on the Mavericks for the first time this season. Seeing how emotional last year was, it is hard to imagine there will be much change, if any.

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Lakers’ LeBron James, agent Rich Paul expected to meet with Jeanie Buss

LeBron James is not going anywhere quietly. And the Lakers know it. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, James and agent Rich Paul are expected to meet with Lakers governor Jeanie Buss soon in an effort to clear the air after recent reporting hinted at lingering tension between the two sides.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Kendrick Perkins goes scorched earth on Lakers center Deandre Ayton

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins delivered a blunt assessment of Deandre Ayton on the latest episode of the The Road Trippin’ Podcast, criticizing the Los Angeles Lakers center’s recent play and questioning his effort level on the floor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24

Jeanie Buss Loves Old Kobe Bryant-Jalen Rose Clip

Thursday night marked the 20th anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s epic 81-point game in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Toronto Raptors. It remains

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

Paul Pierce Suggests Jeanie Buss Is Trying to Shift Blame Onto LeBron James Amid Lakers Drama

Stranger Things might have ended with the right side up. But ESPN’s recent report about LeBron James and Jeanie Buss has turned the NBA realm upside down.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24

JJ Redick Believes LeBron James Will Be All-Star This Season

The starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game have been announced and for the first time in 22 years, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was not among them.

Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Lakers' Austin Reaves Makes Announcement on Friday

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled in January, as the team has not looked as strong since shooting guard Austin Reaves suffered a calf injury. Before going down, Reaves was enjoying an incredible year, averaging 26.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.3 assists while shooting 50.7% from the field and 36.5% from beyond the arc through 23 games.