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On YouTubeJake Laravia News / NBA Analysis Network / November 3
3 things LA Lakers did right in win over Miami Heat: Give Jake LaRavia the ball more often
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat in a game they led from the start, and they never looked too uncomfortable. The Los Angeles Lakers picked up their fifth win of the season against the Miami Heat, holding home court to win 130-121.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 3
Lakers use balanced attack to smother Heat 
For the first time this season, the Lakers did not get a 40-point performance. Instead, it was a balanced attack from Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Jake LaRavia as the Lakers picked up their fifth win of the season, knocking off the Heat, 130-120.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 3
Lakers Take Care Of Business Against Heat To Earn Third Straight Win
After picking up back-to-back big wins on the road, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep in rolling on Sunday night when they returned home and hosted the Miami Heat.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 2
Lakers’ Marcus Smart goes full LeBron James with monster chasedown block vs. Heat
The Los Angeles Lakers were looking for their third straight win as they hosted the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. The Lakers employed a well-balanced attack to take a double-digit lead, 77-63, at halftime.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / November 2
Lakers Make Marcus Smart Announcement During Heat Game
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been through a whirlwind since getting traded from the Boston Celtics to the Memphis Grizzlies in 2023. The former Defensive Player of the Year played just 20 games in the 2023-24 season due to injury and got dealt to the Washington Wizards last February.
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Jaxson Hayes delivers career first quarter vs. Heat
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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 2
Lakers, Heat Announce Starting Lineups for Sunday Game
The Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat have announced their first fives for their Sunday clash. LA is red-hot and getting healthier, having gone a surprising 4-2 over to start its 2025-26 season even without LeBron James for any games and sans Luka Doncic for three.
Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / November 2
Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Vs. Heat Due To Back Spasms
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that center Deandre Ayton (back spasms) has been downgraded to out for Sunday night’s game against the Miami Heat. Ayton
Deandre Ayton News / EssentiallySports / November 2
Is Deandre Ayton Playing Tonight? Lakers vs Heat Injury Report, Where to Watch & More (11/2)
When the lights went on and the marquee stars were shelved, the real story for the Los Angeles Lakers quietly wrote itself. While Austin Reaves exploded
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 2
LA Lakers won’t be title contenders until they fix crucial issue that began with Russell Westbrook signing
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled with a major issue over the last few years, and till they address this concern, they won’t compete for a title. The Los Angeles Lakers have enjoyed a strong start to the season, given their limitations.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / November 2
Austin Reaves Reportedly Made Decision on $240 Million Lakers Future, Per Insider
From an undrafted prospect labeled “unathletic,” Austin Reaves’ journey is remarkable. He secured a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2021, but it was the mid-season injuries to LeBron James and Luka Doncic that fully unleashed his potential as a primary creator.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 2
Lakers vs Heat Expert Predictions Ahead of Saturday Showdown
Riding a wave of good vibes even amid a debilitating sciatica injury to 21-time All-NBA power forward LeBron James, the 4-2 Los Angeles Lakers will host the 3-2 Miami Heat.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / November 2
Is Luka Doncic Playing Tonight? Lakers vs Heat Injury Report, Where to Watch & More (2/11)
After returning from the LA Lakers’ injury list last Friday, Luka Doncic immediately powered them to a 117-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Without a doubt, the Slovenian has been on another level this season, breaking multiple records in just three games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 2
Paul Pierce thinks only certain NBA stars should have the power to use load management, LeBron James is among them
In the modern era, load management is common among NBA players. As a result, load management has become a commonly discussed topic among former NBA players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 2
Richard Jefferson Explains How LeBron James and Luka Doncic’s Life Will Get Easier With Austin Reaves Around
Once an undrafted rookie who made it to the Lakers locker room, Austin Reaves is the most celebrated star in LA this season. While he has undoubtedly grown since 2021 and his early days playing for the Lakers, there has been a quantum leap this year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 2
JJ Redick Explains Why Lakers Have Been Cautious With Adou Thiero’s Rehab
The Los Angeles Lakers traded up in the 2025 NBA Draft in order to take Adou Thiero out of Arkansas. The hyper-athletic forward was viewed as a potential two-way wing who thrives on the defensive end and has enough tools to work with and develop offensively that could make him a real important piece for this team in the future.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 2
Luka Doncic Expects Lakers Offense To Continue Improving
The Los Angeles Lakers have come out of the gates hot winning four of their first six games despite so many key players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James missing time due to injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 2
Shaquille O’Neal shares concerns about how Austin Reaves will fit in once LeBron James is back
Austin Reaves is already looking like an All-Star for the Los Angeles Lakers just five games into the season. With both LeBron James and Luka Doncic sidelined, Reaves has been carrying the load for Los Angeles over their last three games.
Deandre Ayton News / Fadeaway World / November 1
Lakers Release Injury Report For Heat Clash: Good News Regarding Deandre Ayton
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without the services of at least four players when they take on the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, but Deandre Ayton is unlikely to join that group on the sidelines.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 1
Lakers' Luka Doncic Gets Honest About Possibly Averaging 40+ Points This Season
Los Angeles Lakers All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic missed a full week's worth of games with injuries to both his finger and leg. But you wouldn't know it to look at him on Friday, when his 44 points paced the LeBron James-free Lakers to a 117-112 road win against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Gabe Vincent News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 1
Lakers' Gabe Vincent Sends Warning to Opponents Trying to Score on Him
Los Angeles Lakers reserve point guard Gabe Vincent may have missed much of the 4-2 squad's early slate of regular season games, but when he has played he's shown why Lakers team president and general manager Rob Pelinka wanted to splurge on him with a three-year, $33 million free agent contract in the summer of 2023.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 1
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton
Luka is living in Wilt space. Luka Doncic returned from a sprained finger and lower-leg contusion and immediately dropped 44 on Memphis — becoming the only player not named Wilt Chamberlain to open a season with three straight 40-plus games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31
NBA insider names three superstars who may switch teams
The 2025-26 NBA season is just over a week old, yet things are already starting to get spicy.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31
Pride may keep Mavericks from making the right move with Anthony Davis
The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30
Charles Barkley knows the real problem with LeBron James
LeBron James may be out due to sciatica, but Charles Barkley is not buying it. He thinks he knows what is really going on with the Los Angeles Lakers star.
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