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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 23
The Lakers didn’t care vs. Celtics and that’s unacceptable 
LOS ANGELES — Sunday was a day of celebration for the Lakers as they honored Pat Riley with a statue before, fittingly, a game against the Celtics. Even though Riley is with the Heat organization now, he made sure everyone knew the task at hand.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / February 23
'No Respect for the Uniform': Luka Doncic, Lakers Blasted on Live TV After Pat Riley Night Upset
A loss so bad that the Lakers legend described it as “tough to watch”. Especially on a night where Pat Riley got his honor and told the team it was “time to kick some Boston a–.” But a largely fit Purple and Gold franchise looked out of sorts against their arch-rivals, which a former Finals MVP and 3x NBA champion did not like.
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Pat Riley News / Lakers Nation / February 22
Watch: Pat Riley Statue Unveiled
Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and James Worthy best represent the Los Angeles Lakers’ “Showtime” era, but none of them would have been there without former head coach Pat Riley.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 23
'I Remember Myself': Pat Riley Reveals 3 Reasons Why JJ Redick Is the Right Head Coach for Lakers
The legendary Pat Riley has been a central figure in the NBA, particularly for his achievements with the Los Angeles Lakers. Riley won the 1972 NBA Championship as a Laker, and then went on to win five more titles with the LA-based franchise as a coach (he won the 1980 title as an assistant coach).
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 23
LeBron James Defends Son Bronny From Jaylen Brown’s Previously Disparaging Comments Against Him
For Bronny James, the road to the NBA was never going to be difficult only because of the skill level required to succeed in the league. It was also about avoiding constant comparisons to his legendary father, with fans, critics, and at times even players taking jabs at him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 23
JJ Redick Calls Out Officiating on LeBron James’ Lakers, Finds Unique Solution in Celtics’ No-Call
The tension at Crypto.com Arena was not due to hosting old foes, the Boston Celtics. It was between the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA officiating. And it reached a boiling point after the 89-111 blowout loss on Sunday night.
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.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 22
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Celtics
On paper, no one game is more important than another across 82 games in the regular season. A result in October will matter as much as a result in March.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 22
NBA Legend in Disbelief Over Lakers Honor
The Los Angeles Lakers have had their share of larger-than-life coaches as one of the winningest teams in NBA history. From Fred Schaus to Phil Jackson, the Lakers' sideline have seen brilliant coaches that added to the Purple and Gold's impressive 17 championships.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 22
LeBron James makes history twice in Lakers' loss to Celtics
On a historic day for LeBron James and the Lakers, Los Angeles fell to their rival Boston Celtics, 111-89.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 22
Lakers hit new low in blowout loss to Celtics
Hours after unveiling Pat Riley’s statue, the Lakers hit a new low this season as they were run off the floor by the Celtics on Sunday, 111-89. After a back-and-forth game for most of the contest, the Lakers put up a pathetic display in the fourth to allow Boston to blow the game open.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 22
Lakers Struggle To Match Physicality Of Celtics In Home Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers honored a franchise legend on Sunday afternoon when they unveiled the statue of former head coach Pat Riley in a private ceremony.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 22
New Era, Higher Costs: Lakers Raising Ticket Prices for 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers are going through drastic changes following the sale of the team from the Buss family, who bought the team in 1979, to longtime Los Angeles Dodgers majority owner Mark Walter, who recently purchased the storied NBA franchise for a record-setting $10 billion.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / February 22
Jaxson Hayes Ruled Out Vs. Celtics
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that center Jaxson Hayes was ruled out of the second half of Sunday afternoon’s game against the Boston Celtics with a right ankle injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 22
Jeanie Buss Delivers Striking Tribute as Lakers Honor Pat Riley With Statue
Ahead of the matchup with the arch-rival Boston Celtics on Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers paid tribute to one of the greatest head coaches in the team’s history, Pat Riley.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 22
Pat Riley Breaks Silence on JJ Redick and Lakers' Direction
After the Los Angeles Lakers hired JJ Redick as the team’s new head coach before the start of last season, the storied franchise received a lot of criticism for the decision to bring in a first-time head coach with no coaching experience on any level.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 22
Lakers tickets could see massive price hike after franchise sale
The Los Angeles Lakers sent out season-ticket renewal forms this week, and the price increases made it pretty clear where Mark Walter wants to take his $10 billion investment.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 22
LeBron James Gives Keys To Lakers’ Offense
The first game out of the All-Star break is usually sloppy as players look to regain their rhythm after a week off. For LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, there is no grace period in the Western Conference and they have to play great immediately to keep up with the other contenders.
Luka Doncic News / HITC / February 22
Why LA Lakers legend Robert Horry doesn’t want Luka Doncic to smile during games
Los Angeles Lakers legend Robert Horry has explained why he does not want Luka Doncic smiling during games, calling for a more businesslike approach on the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 22
Deandre Ayton Calls Lob From LeBron James One Of Top Highlights Of Career
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton has been a subject of scrutiny lately as it comes to his offensive production. To begin this year, his touch in and around the rim was phenomenal, along with his mid-range jumpers falling at a high clip.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 22
Lakers Legend Explains Why They Have No Chance Of Winning The Championship This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers have aspirations of winning the NBA championship in this 2025-26 season, but Byron Scott isn’t giving them a chance of accomplishing that goal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 21
Austin Reaves Reacts to Charles Barkley's Brutal Comments About the Lakers
On Friday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played their first game since the NBA All-Star break, playing host to the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena, with Luka Doncic and company coming out on top.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 21
It took four months, but Lakers finally looked uncluttered
The Lakers waited nearly four months to finally see what this thing looks like with everyone available. Friday night against the Clippers, they didn’t ease into it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21
Charles Barkley blasted the Lakers with Austin Reaves listening
Charles Barkley put Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves in an awkward spot Friday night by trashing the Lakers just before interviewing him. The Lakers held off the Los Angeles Clippers 125-122 on Friday, but Barkley was dismissive of their chances of contending for a championship when speaking on “Inside the NBA” following the game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 20
Brian Windhorst appears to make a weight joke about Luka Doncic
Brian Windhorst seemed to crack a joke at Luka Doncic’s expense this week. The ESPN personality Windhorst drew attention on Friday with his comment about the Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic.
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