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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
2 Injured Lakers Progressing Ahead of Warriors Season Opener
The Los Angeles Lakers are one day away from the start of their 2025-26 season. More news: Former Lakers Star Says LA Has Major Red Flag Heading Into Season The Lakers will play one of their 82 games starting on Tuesday when they host the Golden State Warriors for their season opener.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Russell Westbrook outs ‘fake’ LeBron James in tell-all book
What do Skip Bayless, Enes Kanter and — now — Russell Westbrook all have in common? They aren't the biggest fans of LeBron James.
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 20
Rotation Trust Level: New season, new Lakers 
For as badly as the Lakers flamed out of the playoffs in the spring, a number of things had to go wrong. JJ Redick took a lot of rightful blame for his stubbornness and rookie-like decisions.
Lakers Around the Web
Knicks blockbuster trade idea sends 7-foot-center to Lakers for $101 million superstar
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Lakers urged to pursue 6-foot-10 center, potential Luka Doncic lob partner by NBA writer
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83 NBA players were born since LeBron James made his debut
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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Stephen A Smith News / The Spun / October 20
Stephen A. Smith Fires Big Accusations Against LeBron, 'I Don't Like (Him)'
Stephen A. Smith kept his feud with LeBron James going this week by going on a heated rant about the King on Carmelo Anthony's "7PM in Brooklyn" podcast.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers' LeBron James Receives Concerning Injury Timeline Prediction From Rival Exec
An anonymous NBA executive believes Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James' sciatica will keep him out for longer than originally expected. The Lakers announced James' injury Oct.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 20
JJ Redick Expects Luka Doncic To Be In MVP Conversation If Lakers Are Winning
Coming into the 2025-26 season, there has been a lot of anticipation about Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic and the kind of year he could have in his first full season with the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 20
Who should be the Lakers fifth starter?
Soon, the LeBron James era will come to an end in Los Angeles. While he’s still on the roster, the franchise will get a glimpse of what the LeBron-less future holds as he’ll be sidelined into November with an injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers Announce Injury Update on Bronny James Ahead of Season Opener
With the start of the regular season a day away, the Los Angeles Lakers revealed some general injury news on some of its players. Rookie forward Adou Thiero — coming back from a knee issue – is a "modified" participant in practice.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers Star LeBron James Loses Historic Record to Kevin Durant
Los Angeles Lakers All-Star forward LeBron James had a record taken from him by All-Star Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant this weekend. On Sunday, Durant signed a two-year, $90 million deal with the Rockets that includes a player option for the 2027-2028 season.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 20
Austin Reaves Growing As Leader For Lakers
Austin Reaves is the clear-cut third best player on the Los Angeles Lakers behind LeBron James and Luka Doncic, so he’ll be relied upon heavily throughout the 2025-26 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers Notes: Huge Injury Update, Steve Nash Questions LA Move, Time for LeBron James Trade?
The Los Angeles Lakers have a huge injury update as the start of the regular season looms. Backup center Jaxson Hayes offered an injury update following a preseason scare, classified as a light wrist sprain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 20
Jaxson Explains Why He Wants To Play With Luka Doncic For Slovenia
Jaxson Hayes got thrust into a starting role last season after the Los Angeles Lakers traded Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic. Hayes had spent the 2024-25 season backing up Davis, but as the lone true center on the roster he was forced to start.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 20
Rachel Nichols Uses Toddler Analogy To Explain Luka Doncic’s Temper Tantrums On The Court
Luka Doncic has been one of the best players in the NBA for much of his career, but he also ranks near the top when it comes to throwing temper tantrums on the court.
Gabe Vincent News / Yardbarker / October 19
Lakers make surprising starting five decision before opening night
The Lakers announced who will start the season opener in the place of the injured LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Lakers waive four players, finalize roster ahead of opener
The Lakers have waived guards Augustas Marciulionis and RJ Davis, along with forwards Jeenathan (Nate) Williams and Anton Watson, the team announced. All four were in camp on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the South Bay Lakers in the G League.
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