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LeBron James explains how the LA Lakers can address their biggest defensive issue

The Los Angeles Lakers fell short in their recent NBA Cup knockout game against the San Antonio Spurs. Even with Victor Wembanyama sidelined, the Spurs took control early and never let up.

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JJ Redick: Lakers Are Getting Exposed For Same Issues In Losses

The Los Angeles Lakers looked like a solid bet to advance in the Emirates NBA Cup as they hosted the San Antonio Spurs in the quarterfinals. The Spurs were without Victor Wembanyama who continues to rehab from a calf strain, so the Lakers knew they would have the advantage without the superstar big man on the floor.

Rich Paul News / HITC / December 11

Rich Paul’s real target of not viewing LA Lakers as contenders revealed by Danny Green

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, is currently in the headlines. The Los Angeles Lakers’ blazing hot start to the 2025-26 NBA season has now been put into question, especially following their blowout NBA Cup loss against the San Antonio Spurs.

Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / December 11

Kobe Bryant's Game-Worn Nike Kobe 6 'Grinch' Hit Auction Block

The two-time defending champion Los Angeles Lakers faced the newly formed "Big Three" of the Miami Heat on Christmas Day 2010. To mark the occasion, Lakers guard Kobe Bryant debuted the Nike Kobe 6 "Grinch" colorway.

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The 'Active six-three-pointer NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to make six three-pointers in a single game on at least 15 occasions in their career can you name in eight minutes?

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Lakers’ Marcus Smart turns into Stephen Curry with barrage of 3s vs. Spurs

Occasionally, a random role player will suddenly pop off and have the game of a lifetime. Marcus Smart had missed the last six games for the Los Angeles Lakers before their matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.

Austin Reaves News / HITC / December 11

Austin Reaves names what LA Lakers ‘have to be’ after San Antonio Spurs expose them

Austin Reaves claims the LA Lakers have to show improvement as a team in one major part of the game. The Los Angeles Lakers were humbled by the San Antonio Spurs, who dominated them for all four quarters to grab a spot in the NBA Cup semi-finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Jaxson Hayes Makes Risky Gesture to Luka Doncic That Went Unnoticed During Lakers-Spurs Game

Tonight, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup’s quarterfinals, but one moment caught the attention of fans watching the nationally televised game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Calls Mount Against Austin Reaves as Trey Murphy Trade Demand Intensifies After Lakers-Spurs

JJ Redick made Austin Reaves believe the Lakers are his team just as much as they are LeBron James’ and Luka Doncic’s, and he proved it. With Doncic out for personal reasons and LeBron posting his first single-digit scoring night since 2007, Reaves dropped a 44-point masterpiece to keep L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 11

LeBron James And Austin Reaves Provide Solutions To Lakers’ Defensive Errors

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a crushing 132-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at home on Wednesday night. With the Lakers’ defense being exposed, LeBron James and Austin Reaves acknowledged the team’s shortcomings during their post-game media availability.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 11

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Spurs

If it feels like déjà vu all over again when it comes to another Lakers loss, you’re not alone. The purple and gold are quickly developing a habit of losing games to teams with quick, athletic guards, and they do so in pretty convincing fashion.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 11

Lakers Traveling To Suns On Sunday After Being Eliminated From Emirates NBA Cup

The Los Angeles Lakers won West Group B of the Emirates NBA Cup with a perfect 4-0 record, setting themselves up to host the San Antonio Spurs in the quarterfinals of the Knockout Rounds.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 11

The Lakers have a bench scoring problem

LOS ANGELES — Wednesday’s loss to San Antonio had all the ingredients the Lakers cook with in defeat. They defended poorly from deep, allowing the Spurs to shoot 45% from 3-point range and they had a rough end to the first quarter and bad starts to the second and third periods.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 11

Lakers Eliminated From Emirates NBA Cup With Loss To Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers hosted the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night in the quarterfinals of the Emirates NBA Cup. The winner would advance to the semifinals in Las Vegas this weekend, where they would play the Oklahoma City Thunder, who knocked off the Phoenix Suns in their quarterfinal matchup.

Luka Doncic News / The SportsRush / December 11

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic Don’t Flop, Claims Danny Green

Flopping in the NBA has long been criticized by fans and analysts who see it as a blemish on the integrity of the game. Still, it remains an undeniable part of basketball strategy, especially when the stakes are high.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 11

Lakers’ Sideline Mishap Stuns Fans: What Went Wrong?

A courtside video from the Lakers–Spurs game sparked attention on Monday night, capturing a sideline moment that quickly went viral. What looked like a routine timeout turned into an unexpected talking point for fans.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 10

JJ Redick Sends Clear Message on Lakers' Injury Plan for LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James missed the first 14 games of the season with sciatica — as well as two additional games since — and is only permitted to miss a singular game for the remainder of the season if he is to be in contention for the NBA's end-of-season rewards.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 10

LeBron James Happy For Austin Reaves’ Success This Season

With LeBron James missing the beginning of the season and Luka Doncic also having to sit out a handful of games, the burden of carrying the Los Angeles Lakers offense has often fallen on the shoulders of Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 10

LeBron James Humbled To Pass Robert Parish For Second On NBA’s All-Time Wins List

In Year 23, LeBron James continues to make history as he and the Los Angeles Lakers look to compete for the franchise’s 18th championship. James had largely looked mortal since making his 2025-26 season debut, but he finally broke out in the Lakers’ win against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Rich Paul News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9

Rich Paul questions whether the Lakers are ‘contenders’

Agent Rich Paul sent the Los Angeles Lakers something of a warning despite their good start to the season. Paul, best known as LeBron James’ agent, suggested the Lakers have more work to do in order to seriously contend for an NBA title.