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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4
Nick Smith Jr. Came Up Big For Lakers Against Trail Blazers Despite Battling Illness
The Los Angeles Lakers have developed a reputation for rehabbing players’ values and their latest reclamation project appears to be Nick Smith Jr. The Lakers signed Smith to a two-way deal in free agency after he was waived by the Charlotte Hornets, a surprising move considering he was a first-round pick just two years ago.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 4
James Worthy gives ‘best game’ shout-out to Bronny James after LA Lakers win vs Blazers
Bronny James helped the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 123-115 on Monday night. The victory was particularly impressive because the Lakers were without star players Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 4
LeBron James Return to Hurt Austin Reaves’ Odds of $240M Payday, Claims Lakers Insider
Austin Reaves is backing the talk. Since saying he wanted to become an All-Star, the numbers don’t lie. Only four players are averaging more points than him, and even fewer match his 9.3 assists currently.
The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz
How many of the 12 players in NBA history to see game action in at least 20 seasons can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4
Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura & Nick Smith Jr. Lead Impressive Win Over Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling the past week, winning their previous three games heading into a rematch against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.
Lakers Around the Web
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Bronny James News / EssentiallySports / November 4
Bronny James Only Scored 5 Points – but Lakers Legend Feels He Just Played ‘The Best Game of His NBA Career’
Hours before Monday’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers, a viral video circulated on YouTube, titled “BRONNY JAMES has zero idea how to play basketball.” This was just the latest in a long string of criticism surrounding the sophomore guard, something he’s dealt with since his rookie year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 4
Lakers Hero Announces Health Update After Throwing Up on Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers played without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James on Monday, but it didn't stop them from getting a win against the Portland Trail Blazers.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Jake LaRavia’s Anthony Edwards shoutout after ‘funny’ viral moment
LOS ANGELES – During the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116-115 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves last week, Jake LaRavia found himself caught up in a major viral moment.
Bronny James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Watch Bronny James nail 1st 3-pointer of 2025-26 season
The Los Angeles Lakers’ current win streak reached four games on Monday following their 123-115 win against the Portland Trail Blazers, and the win was arguably their most impressive of this recent stretch considering who was sidelined.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Nick Smith Jr. looks like mini-JJ Redick after 3-point barrage
The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed an impressive, 123-115 win on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, despite being extremely short-handed.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / November 4
Lakers, minus mainstays, surge past Trail Blazers
Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura and Nick Smith Jr. all achieved season-best point totals as the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers notched a 123-115 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 3
Lakers, Blazers Starting Fives Announced Ahead of Monday Game
The Los Angeles Lakers will hit the road for their contest on Monday as they get set to take on the Portland Trail Blazers for their eighth game of the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 3
Trevor Ariza Explains the Difference Between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James
Comparisons between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James have been around for years, despite the two playing vastly different styles. But with both having résumés of success as long as anyone in NBA history, it’s understandable why their names are often mentioned together.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 3
Lakers’ Jake LaRavia Reveals Why It’s Hard Playing With Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a solid start to their 2025-26 campaign. The Lakers are coming off a great weekend, going 2-0, including a big-time NBA Cup win on Friday over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / November 3
Lakers resting Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves against Trail Blazers
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic and backcourt mate Austin Reaves won't play in Monday night's road game against the Portland Trail Blazers on the second end of a back-to-back.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / November 3
Do the Lakers actually need LeBron James anymore?
It's the big question surrounding the Lakers amid a strong start to the season.
Jake Laravia News / Yardbarker / November 3
Lakers' Jake LaRavia has thrived since Grizzlies gave up on him
One year, the Memphis Grizzlies declined the fourth-year option on former No. 19 pick Jake LaRavia's rookie deal. Maybe the disrespect lit a fire under LaRavia, who has scored 25 points in two of his last three games for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / November 3
Lakers Announce Austin Reaves News on Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a phenomenal start to their 2025-26 NBA season. They are 5-2 through their first seven games, and have seen great success without superstar forward LeBron James, who has been out since the start of the season with a sciatica injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / November 3
Ex-NBA Big Kendrick Perkins Makes a Bold Claim About LA Lakers Duo
The Los Angeles Lakers are thriving, and LeBron James hasn’t even stepped foot on the court yet. Nobody expected a collapse for a LeBron-less Lakers team, especially considering Luka Doncic is leading the charge.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 3
Charles Barkley Trolls Lakers Star LeBron James' Latest Injury
Hall of Fame former NBA power forward Charles Barkley, now an ESPN analyst, has mightily trolled 21-time All-NBA Los Angeles Lakers power forward LeBron James for his latest injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 3
Austin Reaves: ‘Pretty Special’ Getting To Throw Lobs To Both LeBron & Bronny James
Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are getting all of the headlines so far in the early season for the Los Angeles Lakers, but the team has needed contributions from many on the roster, especially with so many injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 3
Luka Doncic Praises Bronny James And Marcus Smart For Their Defensive Impact In Lakers Win Over Heat
The Los Angeles Lakers continued their strong start to the 2025-26 season with a 130-120 victory over the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / November 3
Luka Doncic posts triple-double to carry Lakers past Heat
Luka Doncic scored 29 points with 11 rebounds and 10 assists as the Los Angeles Lakers kept up with the torrid pace of the visiting Miami Heat to earn a 130-120 victory on Sunday.
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