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On YouTubeRob Pelinka News / HITC / February 8
LA Lakers president Rob Pelinka offers bizarre justification for lack of big trades
Rob Pelinka has offered an unusual defence of the Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline by insisting the front office was still aggressive. The Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations addressed criticism over the lack of major moves.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8
LeBron James Takes U-Turn on Super Bowl LX Prediction After Fearing Fan Backlash
Playing in his iconic 23rd year, LeBron James still has his eyes on all things related to the NFL. Be it speaking on Bill Belichick’s snub from the first ballot of the Hall of Fame or picking his winner in Super Bowl LX.
Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Lakers’ Cam Thomas Deal in Jeopardy After Rob Pelinka Signs 6’4 Guard
The NBA trade deadline has passed, but for the Los Angeles Lakers, the work was never really supposed to stop there. Rob Pelinka and the front office had needs to address on the buyout market with one free roster spot, and with former Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas recently waived, the move looked like a clear match.
The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?
Jaxson Hayes News / EssentiallySports / February 8
'I Might Have Lost It': Jaxson Hayes Explains Reason Behind Pushing Wizards Mascot
A shove during pregame introductions has cost Lakers center Jaxson Hayes more than a little embarrassment. The reserve big man was suspended one game after pushing the Washington Wizards’ mascot, G-Wiz, an outburst that quickly went viral and drew league discipline.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8
LeBron James refuses to pick Super Bowl LX winner, says he’s supporting the ‘winner’
LeBron James stopped short of naming a Super Bowl LX winner on live television, instead saying he would support whoever comes out on top. The Los Angeles Lakers star was asked for his prediction immediately after a win and made it clear he did not want to upset fans by backing either team.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 8
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors 
When the NBA made the schedule, they probably had a much different game in mind than the one that played out on Saturday. On one side, Luka Dončić was out after a recent hamstring injury while, on the other side, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler both were out.
Luke Kennard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8
Luke Kennard reveals ‘aggressive’ mentality in Lakers debut
LOS ANGELES – Newly acquired sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard made his Los Angeles Lakers debut during the team’s 105-99 win against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday.
Kobe Bufkin News / Field Level Media / February 8
Report: Lakers signing former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin to 2-year deal
The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin, a former first-round pick, to a two-year contract with a team option for the 2026-27, ESPN reported on Saturday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8
Lakers signing G League’s No. 1 scorer
The Los Angeles Lakers have locked in their pick to fill the team’s final roster spot. The Lakers are reportedly signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contract.
Kobe Bufkin News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Kobe Bufkin Signing Two-Year Standard NBA Contract With Team Option
The Los Angeles Lakers made one trade at the deadline, swapping out Gabe Vincent for Luke Kennard, adding some much-needed 3-point shooting. After only
Kobe Bufkin News / Hoops Rumors / February 8
Lakers Signing Kobe Bufkin To Two-Year Contract
Free agent guard Kobe Bufkin will sign a two-year contract with the Lakers, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The deal includes a team option for next seas0n.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8
LeBron James, Stephen Curry share special moment after Lakers-Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors always deliver a show, but Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena felt a little different. With both teams missing their focal points, Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry, the evening belonged to the NBA legends.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Draymond Green Takes Revenge on Lakers Star for Defending Luka Doncic in Seemingly Tense Situation
Games between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers are usually must-watch affairs, and tonight was the same, even with opposing superstars Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry sitting out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Deandre Ayton Injury Update After Warriors Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing better basketball as of late, winning four of their last five games as the All‑Star break approaches. The defense remains a concern for Los Angeles, yet with superstar Luka Doncic leading the way on offense, the Lakers have the potential to outscore any opponent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 7
Kendrick Perkins Argues Austin Reaves Is the 'Most Important Player in the NBA'
Austin Reaves went from being undrafted to becoming a bona fide starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, but in the 2025-26 season, his role appears even more significant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 7
New Lakers Signing Makes Demand Clear to LeBron James, Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline produced just one new face, but that player is already making his expectations clear to the team’s superstar duo.
Cam Reddish News / thePeachBasket / February 7
Former NBA Lottery Pick Cam Reddish Gets Second Shot With The San Diego Clippers
In life, it is all about second chances. At times, they are not guaranteed to everyone, so when you get the opportunity, you’d better make it count.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Reveals Extent of Luka Doncic Injury
After the eight-game road trip came to an end for the Los Angeles Lakers, the team played host to Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena, with the NBA trade deadline behind them and JJ Redick and company preparing for the final stretch of the 2025-26 campaign.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7
Lakers' Marcus Smart, JJ Redick React to Luke Kennard Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers didn't stand pat ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week, as they were able to land one of the best three-point shooters in the league by trading veteran guard Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 7
Luke Kennard Willing To Shoot More, Per Request Of JJ Redick
Luke Kennard is the newest Los Angeles Laker as they brought him at the trade deadline in a deal with the Atlanta Hawks for Gabe Vincent and a future second-round pick.
Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / February 7
Maxi Kleber Discusses Staying Ready Despite Inconsistent Role
Maxi Kleber has not been a consistent member of the Los Angeles Lakers’ big man rotation this season with Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes ahead of him on the depth chart.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 7
Kendrick Perkins makes major claim about possible LeBron James-Cavaliers reunion
James is getting close to unrestricted free agency after the 2025-26 season, and the speculation is already heating up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6
Lakers avoid worst-case scenario with Luka Doncic injury
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have received some encouraging news on the status of Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 4
Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been running the floor together for a full season now, and the pairing is starting to click in Los Angeles. The move created plenty of buzz when it happened, but Doncic has found his groove while sharing the load with James.
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