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LeBron James Available, Rui Hachimura Out Vs. Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers announced LeBron James (left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica) has been upgraded to available while Rui Hachimura (right calif strain) has been ruled out Friday night’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks after both were originally listed as questionable.

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Kevin Love Calls LeBron James Smartest Player He’s Played With

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may be the oldest player in the league, but he has got arguably the best basketball IQ in today’s game. James may not be as athletic as he used to be, but whatever he’s lost physically he’s made up for mentally.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 9

Watch: Anthony Edwards Wishes He Didn’t Reach 10,000 Points At Younger Age Than Kobe Bryant

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a massive impact on many of today’s athletes, and that includes Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. Edwards has been on a similar trajectory as Bryant after being drafted first overall in 2020, developing into one of the best two-way guards in the league.

Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / January 9

Jake LaRavia Willing To Fill Whatever Role Needed For Lakers

Jake LaRavia was the Los Angeles Lakers’ first official free agent signing this past summer, an under-the-radar one as he agreed to a modest two-year, $12 million deal with a player option for the 2026-27 season.

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The Lakers are a better story than the national media would have you believe

On Wednesday night, the Lakers’ three-game winning streak was snapped when a severely shorthanded version of the team went into San Antonio and fell to a nearly full-strength Spurs side.

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Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

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Bill Simmons Calls Out JJ Redick And Lakers' Amidst Struggles

The Los Angeles Lakers are on pace for a mid-50s win total, but Bill Simmons believes they are winning in spite of themselves, not because the locker room is well put together.

Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / January 9

Marcus Smart ‘Comfortable’ With Direction Lakers Are Heading In

The Los Angeles Lakers remain in the thick of the Western Conference standings race, with players like Marcus Smart helping out in bigger roles. Smart has started in place of Austin Reaves and he’s helped reinvigorate a defense that had slipped to one of the worst in the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 9

JJ Redick Praises Jake LaRavia & Jaxson Hayes For Recent Play

The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t have the biggest offseason compared to some of the other teams around the league, but it looks like their free agent signings are really panning out.

J.J. Redick News / Hardwood Heroics / January 9

'There’s a Lot of Noise Around This Team Right Now' – Los Angeles Lakers’ JJ Redick Draws Criticism From Former Coach for Calling Out His Team in Public

Michael Malone is not a fan of JJ Redick’s habit of airing his frustrations with the Los Angeles Lakers to the public this season, as the former Denver Nuggets head coach believes that doing so creates unnecessary distractions in the locker room.

Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 9

Rui Hachimura upgraded to questionable vs. Bucks

After missing the last five games due to a calf strain, Rui Hachimura is nearing a return from his calf strain. Rui was upgraded to questionable ahead of Friday’s game against the Bucks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 9

Rich Paul Claims 41-Year-Old LeBron James’ Floor Is Karl Malone; Speaks On Lakers Star’s Last NBA Season

The 41-year-old Lakers star LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, recently recorded an episode of his podcast ‘Game Over’ with Max Kellerman and spoke about whether this is James’ last NBA season, and made an eye-opening claim about it.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Rich Paul Sends LeBron James Retirement Message

As LeBron James enters his 23rd season in the NBA, rumors about his potential retirement have begun to circulate. Amid the rumors, however, the Los Angeles Lakers star has not announced whether the 2025-26 season would be his final year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 8

Michael Jordan’s Ex-Teammate Slams Isiah Thomas For Bringing Up His GOAT Debate With LeBron James Again

The two-time NBA champion Isiah Thomas recently appeared on FanDuel’s Run It Back show and made his opinions clear on how today’s generation does not give LeBron James the same flowers as his generation gave Michael Jordan.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 8

Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo highlight Lakers-Bucks showdown

While the Los Angeles Lakers continue to work their way through player availability issues, the Milwaukee Bucks will be on the hunt for sustained success when the teams meet in Los Angeles on Friday.

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LeBron James, Rui Hachimura Questionable As Lakers Face Bucks In Critical Matchup

Coming off a 107-91 loss to the Spurs on Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers were hoping to get some welcome reinforcements for Friday’s showdown against the Bucks.

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Lakers Announce Rui Hachimura News After 5 Missed Games

The Los Angeles Lakers have been without Rui Hachimura for the last five games. L.A. has missed the services of its starting power forward due to a right calf strain, with head coach JJ Redick having to insert Jake LaRavia into the starting lineup as Hachimura’s replacement.

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Lakers Announce LeBron James Development on Thursday

LeBron James was out of action on Wednesday night as the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 107-91 blowout loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.