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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 24
JJ Redick Sends Firm Reminder to Rob Pelinka Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Lakers lost consecutive games for the first time this season. That’s a surprise considering how unorganised their defence has been. The Suns punished that pattern once again tonight, leading to JJ Redick expressing his raw feelings.
NBA News / FirstSportz / December 24
LeBron James Reveals Way to Stop ‘Manipulative’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Over the years, LeBron James has seen players come through with skills that are not only difficult to stop, but their ability to find ways to win eventually made them one of the all-time greats.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
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.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / December 24
JJ Redick Believes This Lakers Team Doesn’t Have Enough Guys Who Choose To Play Hard
The Los Angeles Lakers were hammered 132-108 by the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Tuesday. This was the second time this season that the Suns had blown out the Lakers, having won 125-108 when the teams first met on Dec.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24
Marcus Smart reveals why every team is trying to ‘kill’ Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have squared off against the Phoenix Suns three times in the past three weeks, with the latest resulting in a 132-108 loss on Tuesday night.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24
JJ Redick promises Lakers will bring ‘right mentality’ on Christmas vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first back-to-back losses this season following their 132-108 defeat against the Phoenix Suns. They had been coming off a loss to the LA Clippers this past Saturday, and the Lakers will be looking to right the ship and get back in the win column as they host the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 24
Lakers Player Ratings: LeBron James And Austin Reaves Can’t Prevent 108-132 Beatdown Against Suns
For a brief stretch, it looked like the Lakers might at least make it uncomfortable. That illusion didn’t survive the third quarter. The game opened up dramatically for the Phoenix Suns following the end of halftime, with their offense raining down shots from all areas of the court.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 24
Suns' Dillon Brooks gets his revenge on LeBron James
Brooks and James have had a mostly one-sided rivalry since the 2023 playoffs.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 23
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Suns 
Whether it was because Luka Dončić, Gabe Vincent and Rui Hachimura were out or because of a bigger issue, the Lakers were unable to make it much of a game against the Suns.
Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / December 23
Lakers Announce Jaxson Hayes News After Leaving Suns Game
The Los Angeles Lakers were already shorthanded entering Tuesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Both Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton returned from respective injuries, but Luka Doncic was out of action due to a leg issue.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 23
Lakers drop second straight contest with blowout loss to Suns
For the first time this season, the Lakers are on a losing streak after being manhandled in Phoenix on Tuesday, losing 132-108. Austin Reaves returned from injury in the contest, coming off the bench to play 22 minutes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 23
Lakers Blown Out By Suns To End Road Trip
The Los Angeles Lakers went back on the road for a matchup with the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night, the third matchup between the Pacific Division rivals in the last few weeks with them splitting the first two.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / December 23
JJ Redick Addresses Injury Situation With Lakers Missing Multiple Contributors
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to juggle injuries as they work through a demanding stretch of the schedule. Following another shorthanded outing, head coach JJ Redick offered clarity on where several key rotation pieces stand heading into the holiday slate.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 23
Why Deandre Ayton feels Lakers have overcome early injuries
LOS ANGELES – Despite the Los Angeles Lakers’ solid start to the regular season at 19-8, they have had quite a few injury issues to juggle. Heading into their game against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday, the Lakers were set to receive reinforcements with Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton making their return from injury.
Luka Doncic News / Total Apex Sports / December 23
Luka Doncic Injury Status: Lakers Optimistic Star Will Play Christmas Day vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers may have received an early gift ahead of the holiday. After a concerning exit during Saturday night’s loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, the status of superstar guard Luka Doncic has been the primary focus of the NBA news cycle.
Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / December 23
Kobe Bryant's Nike Slides Get 3 New Lakers Colorways
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant built one of the most popular basketball shoe lines of all time with Nike. Not only are Nike Kobe sneakers still the gold standard for performance basketball shoes, but the signature line is rapidly expanding in all directions.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / December 23
Austin Reaves Cleared To Return For Lakers
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available for Tuesday’s game against Phoenix, the team confirmed in its latest injury report. Reaves hasn’t played since December 10 due to a left calf strain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 23
Kiyan Anthony Says Bronny James Is Going Through Much Worse
Throughout the college basketball ranks, there are a handful of players who are the sons of NBA stars whom many fans have grown up watching. However, there may not be a more high-profile player that fits that bill than Syracuse's Kiyan Anthony.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 23
LeBron James Opens Up About End Of Double-Digit Scoring Streak
LeBron James has amassed a ton of records throughout his historic career, many of which seem unlikely to be broken for a very long time and perhaps ever.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 23
JJ Redick Credits Jaxson Hayes For Improvements As Playmaker
For the most part, Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes thrives as a rim-running big man who uses his athleticism and energy to finish with big dunks and alter shots at the rim on the other end.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 23
JJ Redick Always Believed Austin Reaves Could Be An All-Star
With voting for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game underway, there will undoubtedly be some locks to make the contest. But there will also be many players looking to make their first appearance and Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is certainly in that category.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Hall of Famer Pulls No Punches on Luka Doncic, LeBron James Fit
The Los Angeles Lakers' most recent win was a prime example of how potent their offense can be when LeBron James and Luka Doncic are playing at their best.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Facing Major Competition for Rumored Trade Target
The Los Angeles Lakers have been connected to seemingly every defensive wing on the trading block, as the 19-8 Lakers have struggled mightily on defense this season.
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