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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 8
LeBron James Considered ‘TBD’ For All Back-To-Backs
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James looks like he’s turning a corner physically as he has started to resemble more of himself as the 2025-26 season unfolds.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 8
Luka Doncic Proud Of Lakers’ Effort In Loss To Spurs
Luka Doncic has had to do a lot of the heavy lifting for the Los Angeles Lakers as they’ve had several of their stars and regular rotation players out with injury.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 8
Rich Paul takes another shot at Lakers with Luka Doncic take
This isn't the first time the prominent agent has criticized the Lakers or questioned their championship aspirations this season.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
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.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 8
LeBron James' most impressive streak will likely end this season
James has already earned his stripes in the NBA, and even the streak ending wouldn't change his legacy at this point.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 8
Lakers Broadcast Shows Jarred Vanderbilt Punching Jeremy Sochan in Spurs Scuffle
On Wednesday night, there was a Déjà vu moment for the fans as Jarred Vanderbilt and Jeremy Sochan got involved in another shoving contest. Last time, they did during the game in March 2025 and earned ejections.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8
Luka Doncic offers his honest opinion on the stunning Trae Young trade
Luka Doncic knows what it’s like to be part of a groundshaking NBA trade, and he commented on another one that happened on Wednesday. After Doncic and
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 8
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Spurs 
With the Lakers facing the Spurs without Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James, they had the odds stacked against them from the jump in this contest on Wednesday night.
Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / January 8
Can The Lakers Compete With Top Teams? No LeBron And Reaves Leads To Ugly 16-Point Loss Against Spurs
The absence of Austin Reaves already tilts the margin for error, but when LeBron James joined him on the sideline, that margin disappeared entirely. What followed was a long, disjointed night in San Antonio, where the Lakers never found traction and slipped to a 91-107 loss that felt heavier than the final score.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 8
Spurs’ balanced attack overcomes Luka Doncic’s individual effort in win over Lakers
Keldon Johnson scored 27 points and San Antonio's balanced attack overcame Luka Doncic's individual excellence as the Spurs defeated the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 107-91 on Wednesday in the second game of a back-to-back for both teams.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 8
Lakers Player Ratings: One-Man Show Not Enough In 91-107 Blowout Defeat Against Spurs
This was the Luka Doncic show for most of the night as he was trying to drag the Lakers back into relevance all by himself. Especially against a Spurs team that has been playing elite team-level basketball all season long.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 8
Brawl nearly breaks out after Lakers-Spurs involving Jarred Vanderbilt, Jeremy Sochan
Even after the final buzzer had sounded, the tension did not end between the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 8
'Do You Not Want to Be Greatest?': Michelle Beadle Shows No Mercy to Luka Doncic Over Growing Scrutiny
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to maintain their momentum after a strong start to the season, with much of the blame attributed to the team’s subpar defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / January 8
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 8
Lakers’ offensive woes lead to loss against Spurs
The Lakers snapped their winning streak with a 107-91 loss against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. LA started this game with a turnover, but rectified it with a midrange jumper from Luka Dončić.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 8
Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Find Enough Offense Against Spurs In Second Night Of Back-To-Back
The Los Angeles Lakers wrapped up a quick two-game road trip on Wednesday night, going for their fourth straight win to begin 2026 while taking on the San Antonio Spurs.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / January 7
LeBron James Approaching Disqualification From NBA Honor
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to defy the odds and he is still not giving in to Father Time. James is in his 23rd NBA season and is 41 years old.
J.J. Redick News / The SportsRush / January 7
Mike Malone Slams JJ Redick for Creating 'Noise' in Lakers’ Locker Room With Public Criticism
The Los Angeles Lakers have been making just as many headlines off the court as they have on it. The Purple and Gold are 23-11 and currently sit in the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
What former 1st-round pick needs to earn Lakers call-up
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers currently have one open roster spot, but due to salary cap restrictions under the first apron, they cannon add a 15th player until mid-January, should they choose to do so.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
JJ Redick Compares LeBron James To MLB Legend Greg Maddux
What Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is doing on the basketball court at 41 years of age and in his 23rd NBA season is unheard of. Even playing 23 years in the league had never been done, but LeBron is still playing at a high level and continually showing that he is one of the best players in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 7
LeBron James admits his age will dictate his availability moving forward
At 41, with nearly 60,000 career minutes on his body, the battles are getting harder for James.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7
Curious report emerges about Lakers center Deandre Ayton's future
Deandre Ayton may already have worn out his welcome at yet another stop.
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