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Luka Doncic: Jake LaRavia Has Been ‘Playing Great’ For Lakers

One of the biggest contributors in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers was Jake LaRavia. The wing, who has been inserted into the starting lineup in the absence of Marcus Smart, knocked down all five of his shots from the field and finished with 14 points and seven rebounds.

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Ice Cube’s son goes on an explosive rant to protect Luka Doncic from Rachel Nichols’ anti-MVP narrative

O’Shea Jackson Jr. fired back at the growing criticism around Luka Doncic’s MVP case, strongly defending the LA Lakers star against what he sees as an unfair narrative.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 2

Austin Reaves Looking Forward To Matchup Vs. Thunder

The month of March was an outstanding one for the Los Angeles Lakers as they went 15-2 and looked like a real contender while picking up multiple victories over playoff teams.

Deandre Ayton News / EssentiallySports / April 2

Shaquille O’Neal Stops Himself From Blasting Deandre Ayton After Comical Error in Lakers–Cavs

Shaquille O’Neal has kept a close watch on the Los Angeles Lakers. The franchise legend is keeping receipts on every player’s every move. However, the one under the microscope is Deandre Ayton.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 2

LeBron James Interrupts Luka Doncic After Noticing One Strange Detail in Hilarious Media Moment

Luka Doncic came back after serving a one-game suspension. But the gap in momentum did not seem to be affecting his performance at all. Suiting up against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Doncic dropped 42 points to lead his team to a comfortable victory.

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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.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / April 2

JJ Redick: Every Player Has Contributed To Lakers’ Success

The Los Angeles Lakers looked like a completely new team in the month of March, going 15-2, including a nine-game winning streak, while gaining a little bit of separation amongst the other teams battling for the three seed in the Western Conference.

Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / April 2

Luka Doncic Injury Update: Will Lakers Star Play Tonight vs. Thunder?

After dropping points against the Detroit Pistons, the Los Angeles Lakers are again on a roll. Winning four consecutive games now, the purple and gold brigade is looking like a champion team all of a sudden.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 2

Ex- Lakers Star Turns Up for Clippers in Playoff Clash Amid Bronny James’ Absence

While the Los Angeles Lakers need all hands on deck against the defending champs, the stakes got higher in the G-League. In the most bizarre convergence of NBA legacies and bloopers, the South Bay Lakers, were locked in a high-stakes playoff battle against the San Diego Clippers.

LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / April 2

Here’s Why LeBron James’ Agent Thinks Lakers Star’s Comparison With Michael Jordan Remains Unfair

One of the biggest criticisms directed at LeBron James’ legacy is the infamous “The Decision.” For better or worse, James’ career took a villain arc since his monumental decision in 2010. Critics still blame him for introducing superteam culture in the NBA and even wield it against him in the GOAT debate against Michael Jordan.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 2

NBA Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, European league

It may come down to the number. According to Dave McMenamin and Tim Bontemps of ESPN, what LeBron James is willing to accept financially will go a long way in determining where he plays next season.

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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 / Fadeaway World / April 2

Shaquille O’Neal Drops Frustrated Reaction To Deandre Ayton Airballing A Wide-Open Lob From LeBron James

The Lakers’ legend, Shaquille O’Neal, has been keeping a close eye on his former team and especially their current center, Deandre Ayton. In the team’s recent 127-113 win over the Cavaliers, Ayton airballed a lob from LeBron James when there was almost no defensive pressure on him.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Iman Shumpert Makes Luka Doncic Admission in MVP Discussions: ‘Haven’t Been Talking About Him’

Luka Doncic has spent the past month doing something only Michael Jordan has done before: he scored 600 points in March. On Tuesday night, he dropped 42 on the Cleveland Cavaliers, grabbing the 50th win of the season for a Los Angeles Lakers team that, by every measurable standard, cannot survive without him on the floor.

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J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 1

JJ Redick reveals influence that led him to pursue NBA coaching

LOS ANGELES – JJ Redick reached several significant marks following the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-113 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He notched his 100th career coaching win, and in the process the Lakers’ secured back-to-back seasons of 50+ wins.

Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 1

Lakers’ Injury Situation Raises Eyebrows After Latest Marcus Smart Update

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now, with the storied franchise peaking at the right time with the NBA playoffs right around the corner.

Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Lakers Announce Dalton Knecht Move Before NBA Playoffs

Dalton Knecht and the Los Angeles Lakers secured a fourth-straight win on Tuesday, jumping to 50-26 on the 2025-26 NBA season after a 127-113 win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 1

Rui Hachimura Reaches 5,000 Career Points

There were a number of milestones and accomplishments for the Los Angeles Lakers in their victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. One that won’t get nearly as much recognition, but is undoubtedly important, is Rui Hachimura reaching 5,000 career points.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 1

Luka Doncic Breaks Kobe Bryant Lakers Record; Joins Michael Jordan In NBA History

Luka Doncic returned with a vengeance on Tuesday night, leading the Los Angeles Lakers with 42 points and 12 assists in the victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / April 1

Did Luka Doncic commit a strategic technical foul?

Luka Doncic spent weeks on the verge of a one-game suspension after receiving his 15th technical foul of the season. He finally drew that suspension for the Los Angeles Lakers' easiest remaining game, against the lowly Washington Wizards.

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