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Lakers' JJ Redick Shares Marcus Smart Update After 5 Missed Games

The Los Angeles Lakers face a tough test on Thursday night as they look to make it four wins in a row. JJ Redick and his squad are on the road for a marquee matchup against the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, at Paycom Center.

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Why Bob Does Sports and LeBron James Felt Like a Win for All of Golf

There are golf videos you watch, and then there are golf videos that tell you something bigger about where the game is headed. Bob Does Sports’ Thursday release, “Our Epic Collab With LeBron James,” was one of those.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 2

Rich Paul downplays LeBron James rumors: ‘Nobody knows’

Amid ongoing speculation about LeBron James’ future beyond the 2025-26 season, agent Rich Paul said there’s “no truth to any of it.” Speaking on the Game Over podcast, Paul made it clear that even James hasn’t made any decisions about what comes next.

Amar'e Stoudemire News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 2

Edwin’s Journal: This part is called happiness

Things couldn’t have gone better for the Lakers this week. Not only did they win, but they did so with pizzazz. LeBron James had multiple jaw-dropping dunks, Luka Dončić scored more baskets in the month than any Laker ever, and the Lakers find themselves already at the 50-win mark with six games left to play.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 2

Luka Doncic, Jalen Johnson named NBA Players of Month

Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Hawks forward Jalen Johnson have been named the NBA’s Players of the Month for March in the Western and Eastern Conferences, respectively, the league announced.

Jaylen Brown News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 2

Jaylen Brown Builds All-Time 5 Around Lakers Stars, But One Pick May Spark Debate

Few debates in NBA history spark more passion than who belongs in the All-Time starting lineup. It’s a fluid topic with endless answers, as many all-time great players can be selected for these lineups, especially legends that have come through the Los Angeles Lakers organization.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 2

JJ Redick Discusses Marcus Smart’s Leadership & Impact On Lakers Teammates

A number of players have been extremely important to the success of the Los Angeles Lakers this season and one of the biggest has been veteran guard Marcus Smart.

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.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 2

LeBron James makes savage remarks about Grizzlies in profane rant: 'I might have pulled an Eli Manning'

LeBron James seems to have a fairly low opinion of one particular NBA franchise.

LeBron James has been linked to an intriguing new team

LeBron James free agency: Cavs reunion remains cleanest, most natural path

LeBron James sets another record, passes Kareem for most total wins

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 2

Luka Doncic Named Western Conference Player Of The Month For March 2026

The NBA announced Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic as the Western Conference Player of the Month for March. This is the seventh time in Doncic’s career that he has received this award and the second time this season as he also won in January.

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The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / April 2

Rich Paul Provides Provides Bombshell Update on LeBron James’ NBA Future

LeBron James is approaching a pivotal moment in his storied NBA career as his current agreement with the Los Angeles Lakers draws to a close at the conclusion of the ongoing season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 2

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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 2