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JJ Redick Happy For Jarred Vanderbilt For Play In Win Against Suns

Los Angeles Lakers wing Jarred Vanderbilt fell out of head coach JJ Redick’s rotation largely due to his offensive limitations. However, the Lakers’ porous defense as of late prompted Redick to play Vanderbilt against the Phoenix Suns.

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Bench Sparks 24-0 Run, LeBron James Hits Late Free Throws To Beat Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered one of their worst losses of the 2025-26 season to the Phoenix Suns last week, so there was some extra juice going into their most recent matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 15

LA Lakers will only trade for certain type of players to build around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers are prioritizing building around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, and their trade decisions will be based on the duo. The Los Angeles Lakers desperately need to improve their roster, as it has become clear over the last few weeks that they don’t have a championship-level team.

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The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / EssentiallySports / December 15

JJ Redick, LeBron James Credit 'Awesome' Jarred Vanderbilt In Suns Win

The Los Angeles Lakers’ defense sank to 20th in the league with a 116.5 defensive rating. That’s when JJ Redick pulled the plug and unleashed his defensive ace, Jarred Vanderbilt, against the Phoenix Suns.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 15

JJ Redick wanted Luka Doncic to take LA Lakers clutch free throws, LeBron James sends strong response

It appears there seems to be a civil war brewing within the LA Lakers locker room between Luka Doncic and LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers just escaped with a win that could very easily have been an embarrassing loss to the Phoenix Suns.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 14

JJ Redick Admits Luka Doncic, LeBron James Mistake After Lakers Game

After an embarrassing loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup quarterfinals, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to the win column Sunday with a wild 116-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / December 14

LeBron James makes clutch plays as Lakers edge Suns

LeBron James gave Los Angeles the lead on two free throws with three seconds left, then blocked Grayson Allen's potential game-winning 3-pointer at the other end, and the Lakers survived a wild finish to defeat the host Phoenix Suns 116-114 on Sunday night.

Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Marcus Smart drops eye-opening truth bomb on rival teams preparing for Lakers

LOS ANGELES – With a little over a quarter of the season played, the Los Angeles Lakers are jockeying for top position in the Western Conference standings at 17-7.

Jarred Vanderbilt News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Jarred Vanderbilt reveals worrying trend about Lakers’ defense

LOS ANGELES – It’s no secret that as good as the Los Angeles Lakers have been offensively, they have not been very good defensively. The Lakers’ struggles on defense came to a head last Wednesday during their 132-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup Quarterfinals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 14

Recently Buried On The Bench, Lakers Veteran Forward Could Help Fix Lakers Biggest Issue

Despite dealing with several key injuries, the Los Angeles Lakers are off to a fantastic start to the 2025-26 season. The Lakers sit in the top six of the Western Conference, but they do have issues that could keep them from reaching their goal of competing for an NBA championship.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 14

Lakers' Austin Reaves Injury Loss Could Be Pricey Role Player's Gain

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been in the midst of an All-Star-worthy run thus far this season. The 27-year-old has been averaging 27.8 points while slashing .503/.369/.875, plus 6.7 dimes and 5.6 rebounds for the 17-7 Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 14

Coaches Shred Lakers for Key Weakness in Latest Team Meeting

Los Angeles Lakers coaches didn't hold back in holding their players accountable during a Friday morning team meeting, per a new report from Khobi Price of The Orange County Register.

Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / December 14

Kobe Bryant & Shaquille O’Neal Championship Balls Sell In Auction

An iconic moment in Los Angeles Lakers history was Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal joining forces. Bryant, who was drafted out of high school in 1996, would grow into a dynamic pairing next to the most dominant center ever.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 14

Potential For Fringe Trade To Upgrade Roster

Up to this point in the season, the Los Angeles Lakers have exceeded expectations given the injuries and adversity thrown their way. With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves showcasing an extremely high ceiling as a backcourt, the Lakers have themselves in the top half of the West playoff picture.

Christian Koloko News / Hoops Rumors / December 14

Spurs’ G League Affiliate Acquires Christian Koloko

The Austin Spurs have acquired the G League rights to Christian Koloko from the available player pool, San Antonio’s affiliate team announced in a press release.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 14

Gabe Vincent Praises JJ Redick & Coaching Staff

JJ Redick is in the midst of his second season as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers and he is taking positive strides in terms of growth. Not to say Redick’s rookie year was not impressive, but there were bumps, particularly in the postseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 14

Lakers' JJ Redick shares concerning Austin Reaves injury update

Reaves has been the Lakers' second-best player this season, averaging 27.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 6.7 assists while shooting 50.3 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from beyond the arc.

LeBron James makes clutch plays as Lakers edge Suns

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Spurs' Victor Wembanyama returns to end Thunder's win streak

Wembanyama took apparent shot at Thunder after NBA Cup win

Dirk Nowitzki called Wembanyama out over comments on Chet Holmgren

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 14