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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / March 12
Lakers Announce Marcus Smart Injury Update Before Bulls Game
The Los Angeles Lakers will be looking to make it three wins in a row on Thursday when they take on the Chicago Bulls. Starting shooting guard Marcus Smart, however, was added to the injury report ahead of the home matchup at Crypto.com Arena.
Sean East News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12
Exclusive: How Sean East II was inspired by NBA All-Star Weekend experience
The Rising Stars event over NBA All-Star Weekend gives fans a chance to see some of the top young players in the league from star rookies to standout second-year players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 12
EXCLUSIVE: 'You Choose Not To': Rashad McCants Calls Out Luka Doncic For Lack of Defensive Effort
It isn’t a secret that the NBA has become more offense-oriented over the last decade or so. One of the many superstars to benefit from this transition is Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic.
The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?
Kobe Bryant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12
Gordon Hayward claims Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s 60-point career finale was ‘not a legitimate game’
Recently, Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo etched his name into the NBA record books with an 83-point performance against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / March 12
Lakers planning massive offer to keep Austin Reaves
The Lakers appear ready to make sure Austin Reaves stays exactly where he is. According to sources cited by Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily, the Lakers plan to offer Reaves a five-year contract worth roughly $240 million once free agency opens this summer.
Dwight Howard News / Lakers Nation / March 12
Former Lakers Center Dwight Howard Announces Retirement From Basketball
There is a long list of some of the most dominant big men to ever step foot in the NBA and for a while, the player who carried that title was Dwight Howard.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / March 12
JJ Redick Encouraged By Lakers’ Recent Defensive Improvement
With Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James leading the way, the Los Angeles Lakers offense is always going to be capable of hanging with any team in the league.
Jaxson Hayes News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 12
Jaxson Hayes’ defensive leap makes him integral piece to playoff hopes 
Trailing by eight with under seven minutes remaining, the Lakers teetered on the edge of disaster against the lowly, but finally healthy, New Orleans Pelicans.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 12
Video: LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Lakers Surprise Patients At UCLA Health
The Los Angeles Lakers are are one of the most popular sports teams on earth with a massive fan base around the world. The players are some of the most beloved anywhere and that is especially the case now with Luka Doncic and LeBron James, two international superstars, at the forefront.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 12
'LeBron James Isn’t Immortal Anymore': Rachel Nichols Discusses Lakers Performance With and Without LBJ
Forrest Gump once famously said that life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get. That’s what it feels like watching the Lakers play basketball this season.
Luke Kennard News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 12
Luke Kennard has unclogged the Lakers’ offense
When the Lakers traded for Luke Kennard at the deadline, the majority of the team’s fanbase let out a collective shrug. No one debated that the 29-year-old journeyman would help address a clear need as arguably the most efficient 3-point shooter in the NBA since entering the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / March 12
Luka Doncic Spotted Calmly Arriving at Beachfront Bachelor Pad Amid Ongoing Drama With Ex-Fianceé
For most of his life, Luka Doncic has made news about his exceptional basketball career. So much so that his teammates have hailed Doncic as a ‘genius.’ But in recent times, his personal life problems have taken a chunk of the spotlight.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 12
Bryce James Reacts to Bronny James’ Move After Lakers Decision
Bronny James' NBA showing in year two has remained limited, similar to his rookie season. In 32 games with the Lakers, the second-round pick is averaging
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 12
Lon Rosen ‘Excited’ To Return To Where His Career Began
New Los Angeles Lakers president of business operations Lon Rosen is no stranger to this franchise. Despite having worked with the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2012, Rosen actually began his career with the Los Angeles Lakers back in 1980.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 12
Luka Doncic On Possibility Of Surpassing Bam Adebayo’s 83-Point Game: ‘Maybe’
Ever since Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a game back in 2006, many have wondered who would be the next NBA player to reach that milestone.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 12
LA Lakers legend known for anger wants Donald Trump to make him a US ambassador to ‘help’ Middle East
An NBA champion once famous for his fiery on-court temper has made a surprising request to Donald Trump, asking to be considered for a diplomatic role to help bring peace to the Middle East.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 12
Lakers finding extra success with improved defense
The Lakers are rolling a little right now. Again. Los Angeles has won six of its last seven games and, as of Wednesday, had climbed past the Timberwolves for the No.
Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12
Lakers’ expected contract offer to Austin Reaves is revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers are ready to open up the vault for Austin Reaves. The Lakers plan to offer their star guard Reaves a five-year, $240 million contract upon the start of free agency this summer, Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily reported on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / March 11
Lakers Injury Report vs. Bulls: Multiple Players Could Be Out For Crucial Game
The Los Angeles Lakers will be looking for their fourth straight win on Thursday, and the odds will be stacked in their favor as the home team against a struggling Bulls squad.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11
Deandre Ayton gets snippy with the media amid his struggles
Deandre Ayton continues to crash out. The Los Angeles Lakers center Ayton addressed reporters on Thursday night after the team’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 11
Lakers Legend Plots Basketball Return Using Phil Jackson’s Blueprint
A familiar name from the Purple & Gold glory days may soon be back on the sidelines of basketball, just not in the way fans remember. Two-time NBA champion Lamar Odom, one of the most versatile forwards of his era and a key piece of the Los Angeles Lakers’ championship runs, is exploring a return to the game that defined his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 11
Luka Doncic on fire since Max Kellerman's criticism
Since getting flamed by Kellerman, who hosts a podcast with Rich Paul, the agent of Lakers teammate LeBron James, Doncic is second in the NBA in scoring.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / March 11
LeBron James’ final decision still expected to come down to Lakers, Cavs, or retirement
LeBron James is once again headed toward an uncertain offseason. The Lakers star will become an unrestricted free agent this summer for the first time since 2018 and seemingly has not yet decided whether he plans to retire or return for another season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11
JJ Redick reacts to Bam Adebayo's 83-point explosion
Adebayo made history with his 83-point game and Redick shared his thoughts on the performance.
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