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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
JJ Redick Likes Pairing Jarred Vanderbilt With Sandro Mamukelashvili
Jarred Vanderbilt finally broke into the rotation for head coach JJ Redick on Wednesday night. It came out of necessity, as the Los Angeles Lakers were without Luka Doncic, Ziaire Williams, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr, but the veteran forward still made the most of it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 29
Collin Sexton complimented Jarred Vanderbilt’s professionalism, leadership 
Across the first four games of the regular season, Jarred Vanderbilt found himself entirely outside of the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation, with head coach JJ Redick opting for Sandro Mamukelashvili and Kevon Looney as his backup big men behind Walker Kessler.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
Ty Lue Praises Austin Reaves’ Growth As Player
The Los Angeles Lakers got their fourth win of the season on Wednesday night, and their second win already against the L.A. Clippers. Luka Doncic and Ziaire Williams were ruled out, meaning Austin Reaves would be the offensive focal point and the key of head coach Ty Lue’s defense.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
Watch: Yaxel Lendeborg Looking Forward To Rematch With Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers are 4-1 to begin the 2026-27 NBA season, starting that off with a dominant win over the Golden State Warriors on Opening Night. The story from that game was less the Lakers win, and more about the on-court battle between superstar Luka Doncic and 24-year-old rookie Yaxel Lendeborg.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / October 29
Luka Doncic May Struggle To Win A Title If He Maintains His High Usage, NBA History Shows
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is among the most gifted players in the NBA today. Having won the scoring title last season with an average of 33.5 points per game and leading the race again early this season with 36.0 points per game, Doncic is truly in a league of his own.
Collin Sexton News / Lakers Nation / October 29
Collin Sexton Describes On-Court Persona As ‘Ready To Go To War’
With Luka Doncic out in the second night of a back-to-back, someone needed to step up and bring energy to the Los Angeles Lakers against the L.A. Clippers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 29
Luka Doncic Shows Love To Ernie Johnson After Announcing Retirement From ‘Inside The NBA’
First on TNT and now on ESPN, the “Inside the NBA” crew consisting of Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith has been the most entertaining pre and postgame show in the league.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 29
JJ Redick Admits He Is Concerned About Walker Kessler’s Rebounding
Walker Kessler has had a fine start to his Los Angeles Lakers career, but head coach JJ Redick sees room for improvement. In his press conference before the Lakers’ 103-87 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome, Redick pointed to Kessler having to rebound better.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 29
LA Lakers player reminds me of Michael Cooper, says James Worthy, ‘I didn’t know…’
The Los Angeles Lakers proved they can win without Luka Doncic, defeating the Clippers 103-87. Last season the LA Lakers‘ season fell apart when Luka Doncic suffered an injury that ruled him out of the playoffs.
Collin Sexton News / Yardbarker / October 29
Lakers' Collin Sexton spearheads game-changing run in win over Clippers
With Luka Doncic sidelined by back tightness, Sexton came off the bench for a season-high 21 points in 21 minutes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 29
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Clippers
When the Lakers built out their team with more depth this offseason, a game like this was likely what they had in mind. At the start of five games in seven nights and on the second night of the back-to-back, the Lakers rested Luka Dončić along with Ziaire Williams, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr all being out.
Luka Doncic News / HITC / October 29
‘NBA is weak now’ – Luka Doncic’s LA Lakers absence sparks heated load management debate
Luka Doncic has started the season in MVP form, but his absence on the second night of a back-to-back has irritated NBA fans online. The Los Angeles Lakers bounced back from their loss against the Portland Trail Blazers in just 24 hours.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / October 29
Lakers, minus Luka Doncic (back), cruise to win over Clippers
Quentin Grimes scored 23 points, Collin Sexton added 21 and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers overcame the absence of Luka Doncic to earn a 103-87 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday at Inglewood, Calif.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 29
5 Things We Learned After Shorthanded Lakers Decimate Rival Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers sent a message to their rivals with a convincing 103-87 victory over the LA Clippers. Despite being shorthanded without Luka Doncic, the Lakers controlled the matchup for most of the night, built a 23-point lead, and delivered a defensive performance that made life miserable for the Clippers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 29
Lakers Player Ratings: Reaves, Sexton Lead Balanced Attack In Win Over Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers had a convincing 103-87 victory over the LA Clippers, using a balanced scoring attack to take control of the rivalry matchup. Quentin Grimes led the Lakers with 23 points, Austin Reaves added 16, and Collin Sexton provided a major spark off the bench with 21 points in just 21 minutes.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 29
Defense, depth leads Lakers to blowout win over Clippers
Even without Luka Dončić, the Lakers easily handled the Clippers in the Intuit Dome on Wednesday, picking up a 103-87 win. Luka and Ziaire Williams were ruled out on the second night of the back-to-back after losing to the Blazers on Tuesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 28
JJ Redick Provides Clarity On Luka Doncic And Ziaire Williams After Being Ruled Out vs. Clippers
Fresh off their first loss of the season, the Los Angeles Lakers are set for a rematch against the Clippers, who they beat at home last week. This time, unlike their previous meeting, they will be heavily shorthanded, as the team ruled out both Luka Doncic (back tightness) and Ziaire Williams (left foot soreness) hours before tip-off.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
NBA is only getting tough on flopping for one side of the ball
NBA referees gave out only 27 technicals for flopping all season. They gave out three in three minutes Tuesday night.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers adding center Lawson Lovering, waive AK Okereke
The Lakers are changing the makeup of one of their two-way spots, adding size in the middle and moving on from a rookie wing. Los Angeles has agreed to a two-way contract with center Lawson Lovering and waived AK Okereke to create the opening, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / October 28
Lakers' Luka Doncic (back) to miss game vs. Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers ruled guard Luka Doncic out of Wednesday night's game against the crosstown Clippers with back tightness. Los Angeles is holding out Doncic on the second night of a back-to-back.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Pinpoints Problem Hurting Team on Both Ends
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the season on Tuesday night to the Portland Trail Blazers, 136-129. The Lakers put up 129 points, which is more than enough to win an NBA game; however, they allowed the most points they have allowed this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers’ first loss exposes the limits of simply outscoring everybody
Luka Doncic followed a 52-point game with 41 more Tuesday. Austin Reaves added 26. The Lakers still lost. That should tell you where this conversation is headed.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 28
Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers
This marked the second straight game where L.A. allowed 120 or more points, although the 136 is a season-high through the first four contests of the season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Jazz's two big trades look rough after injury news
The Utah Jazz made it clear they were ending their four-year rebuild last season when they made a blockbuster deal for Jaren Jackson, Jr. But a brutal start to the 2026-27 season could mean another year of misery for the long-suffering Jazz.
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