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Lakers’ Luka Doncic Just Did Something No Player in NBA History Has Ever Done

The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed their ninth straight win in a thrilling finish to edge out the Orlando Magic 105-104 on Saturday night. Superstar guard Luka Doncic once again led the charge behind yet another strong offensive showing with a game-high 33 points.

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Player Grades: Lakers vs. Magic

Eventually, the Lakers will lose a basketball game again this season. But for however long their win streak goes, they’ll be hard-pressed to have a more improbable win than Saturday’s.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 22

Luka Doncic claims Goga Bitadze made threatening comment about his family

Luka Doncic claimed Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze had some choice words for his family during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Saturday game at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida.

Lakers' Luka Doncic to be suspended after trash talking Magic center

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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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 21

Kevin Durant moves ahead of Michael Jordan on all-time scoring list

Kevin Durant moves ahead of Michael Jordan on NBA all-time scoring list

The Houston Rockets picked up a thrilling 123-122 win over the Miami Heat on Saturday night, thanks in part to a strong fourth quarter that saw them overcome a nine-point deficit when it began. It was a huge win for the team. It was also a significant night individually for Kevin Durant.

Amen Thompson's tip-in at buzzer lifts Rockets over Heat

Dylan Harper matches career high in first start as Spurs hammer Pacers

NBA fines Magic's Jalen Suggs $25K for throwing mouthpiece

76ers' Andre Drummond fined $25K for objectionable gesture

Ex-NBA player fries Tracy McGrady over his take on expansion

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Luke Kennard News / Field Level Media / March 21

Luke Kennard's last-second shot beats Magic; Lakers' win streak at 9

Luke Kennard drilled a go-ahead 3-pointer with 0.6 seconds remaining on Saturday to lift the Los Angeles Lakers to a 105-104 victory over the host Orlando Magic.

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The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 21

LeBron James should be happy the Lakers are Luka Doncic's team now

The Los Angeles Lakers now belong to Luka Doncic.

Lakers' Luka Doncic to be suspended after trash talking Magic center

LeBron James passes Celtics legend to set another NBA record

Luka Doncic scores 60, breaks franchise record as Lakers extend winning streak

Lakers legend Magic Johnson calls Luka Doncic the 'most unguardable player in the NBA'

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21

LeBron James passes Celtics legend to set another NBA record

LeBron James is now the king of yet another all-time NBA list.

Luke Kennard hits game-winner against Magic to extend Lakers' win streak

Lakers' Luka Doncic to be suspended after trash talking Magic center

Doncic scores 60 vs. Heat, breaks franchise record

Magic Johnson calls Doncic the 'most unguardable player in the NBA'

James should be happy the Lakers are Doncic's team now

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 21

Richard Jefferson Calls Out Lakers Fans Amid Ongoing LeBron Debate

Throughout much of the season, there has been discourse around star forward LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers. The bulk of that conversation

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 21

Austin Reaves Receives Final Injury Designation for Lakers vs. Magic

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently one of the hottest teams in the league, with Luka Doncic and company winning eight straight games coming into Saturday's matchup against the Orlando Magic at Kia Arena.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Stephen A. Smith Names JJ Redick as Coach of the Year Candidate as Lakers Buzz Continues to Build

The Los Angeles Lakers sure are piling up W’s, but they’re also investing sweet time in building real momentum. Eight straight victories, a 45-25 record, Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves insane chemistry, and before we know it, the noise around this team feels different.

Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Bronny James' NBA G League Stats Say a Lot

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James has been in and out of the lineup for head coach JJ Redick this season. In his second year in L.A., the 6-foot-2 shooting guard has made 32 appearances, making one start.