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NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 2
Dirk Nowitzki’s Stance Threatens Mavs Future After Heartbreaking Luka Doncic Trade
In the chaotic aftermath of trading away superstar Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks’ future has never looked more uncertain – forcing the franchise to turn toward its past for a potential lifeline.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 2
This Day In Lakers History: Luka Doncic Acquired In Blockbuster Trade With Mavericks
On Feb 2, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers shocked the NBA world by officially acquiring Luka Doncic in a league-altering trade with the Dallas Mavericks, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris, in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick.
The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 2
Luka Doncic Reacts to LeBron James' All-Star Selection
Luka Doncic and LeBron James failed to lift the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday against the New York Knicks. L.A. played in the seventh game of its current eight-game road trip, which ended in a disappointing 112-100 loss at Madison Square Garden.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 2
Jarred Vanderbilt Looks Frustrated With LeBron James For His Poor Defensive Effort
The Los Angeles Lakers looked all over the place during the second half of Sunday night’s 112-100 loss to the New York Knicks. Although errors have become the norm, a defensive mistake by Lakers superstar LeBron James demanded particular attention.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2
LeBron James’ latest comments add more fuel to retirement speculation
LeBron James once again waxed poetic on the prospect of his looming retirement. The Los Angeles Lakers star spoke to reporters after his team lost to the New York Knicks 112-100 at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 1
Lakers Coach JJ Redick Shares Austin Reaves Injury Update Before Nets Game
Austin Reaves was a game-time decision for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden. The 6-foot-5 shooting guard, however, was downgraded to out again right before tip-off, resulting in his 19th consecutive missed game due to a calf injury.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 2
Caitlin Clark explains why she aspires to learn from Luka Doncic
Clark joined NBC's pregame broadcast ahead of Sunday night's Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks game and called Doncic "amazing and incredible" before going on to discuss how she could pattern parts of her game after his to improve as she prepares to enter her third WNBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 1
Austin Reaves & Bronny James Out Vs. Knicks
The Los Angeles Lakers released updated their injury report for Sunday night’s marquee matchup against the New York Knicks and Austin Reaves (left calf strain) remains out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 1
LeBron James Loves ‘Everything About’ Luka Doncic
Now over the halfway point of the NBA season, LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers remains in question, and perhaps even retirement is on the table.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 1
Suns' Dillon Brooks labels LeBron James the most overrated NBA player
The history between these two goes back to the 2022-23 NBA playoffs, when Brooks was still in Memphis.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 31
Luka Doncic Already Changing Lakers’ Outlook in NBA Free Agency
With the end of the LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers drawing near, as many expected both sides to part ways after the 2025-26 NBA season, the team will build around superstar guard and new face of the franchise, Luka Doncic, for the foreseeable future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 1
Lakers Step Back From $48M Trade Negotiation as Insider Reveals Required Deal-Breaker
The Los Angeles Lakers should be busy this trade deadline. The team is looking to improve its supporting cast to address defensive needs while also adding more offensive pieces next to the star trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James.
Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / January 31
The Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'City of Champions' Honors Lakers Arena
Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant won all five of his NBA Championships with the Los Angeles Lakers in the Staples Center. But Bryant started his legendary career playing his home games in the Great Western Forum.
Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31
Bronny James had road crowd electrified with his garbage time dunk
Bronny James thrilled fans with some high-flying garbage time fun in the nation’s capital. The Los Angeles Lakers guard got some burn late in his team’s blowout win over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
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