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The LA Lakers rookie who made Shaquille O’Neal so angry that he ‘threw’ him on the ground

Life as a rookie on a championship contender can be brutal, especially when one of the most dominant players in NBA history is involved. One former Los Angeles Lakers rookie has since revealed how a practice moment with Shaquille O’Neal quickly escalated into something unforgettable.

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Rob Pelinka: Lakers Were ‘Aggressive’ At Trade Deadline But Prefer Optionality Going Into Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers made one move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, sending Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 8

Luke Kennard Broke LeBron James’ Ohio High School Scoring Record

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone with the Los Angeles Lakers opting to make just one move by acquiring Luke Kennard. The Lakers had a lot of needed to address, with one of them being 3-point shooting, and Kennard is one of the best in that regard.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 8

Candace Parker Says Luka Doncic Is Being Overlooked For MVP For The Same Reason Kobe Bryant Once Was

Luka Doncic has been the engine keeping the Los Angeles Lakers running all season long. Since landing in Los Angeles from Dallas last February, he’s turned a middling roster into a team that is actually in the title conversation.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8

Kendrick Perkins bizarrely says Austin Reaves is the ‘most important player’ in the NBA

Kendrick Perkins delivered one of his most eyebrow-raising takes yet when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers. While debates around LeBron James and Luka Doncic usually dominate the conversation, Perkins shifted the spotlight entirely, placing unexpected importance on Austin Reaves.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 8

Gilbert Arenas Rips Lakers For Playing It Safe At Trade Deadline: 'This Is Hollywood'

The Los Angeles Lakers waited until the final moments of Thursday’s trade deadline to make their move, and it wasn’t exactly the splash many were hoping for.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 8

Lakers Injury News: Luka Doncic Day-To-Day With Mild Hamstring Strain

The Los Angeles Lakers managed a come-from-behind victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, but it was costly as they saw Luka Doncic exit with what was deemed lower leg soreness.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 8

LeBron James Leads Way, Luke Kennard Makes Debut Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers have built some momentum this past week, with a win to end their road trip followed up by another in their return to Crypto.com Arena.

Rob Pelinka News / HITC / February 8

LA Lakers president Rob Pelinka offers bizarre justification for lack of big trades

Rob Pelinka has offered an unusual defence of the Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline by insisting the front office was still aggressive. The Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations addressed criticism over the lack of major moves.

Kobe Bufkin News / Fadeaway World / February 8

How The Lakers Can Still Add A Player In The Buyout Market After Signing Kobe Bufkin

The Los Angeles Lakers appeared to close the door on the buyout market when they signed Kobe Bufkin to a standard two-year deal, officially filling their 15th roster spot.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8

LeBron James Takes U-Turn on Super Bowl LX Prediction After Fearing Fan Backlash

Playing in his iconic 23rd year, LeBron James still has his eyes on all things related to the NFL. Be it speaking on Bill Belichick’s snub from the first ballot of the Hall of Fame or picking his winner in Super Bowl LX.

Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / February 8

Lakers’ Cam Thomas Deal in Jeopardy After Rob Pelinka Signs 6’4 Guard

The NBA trade deadline has passed, but for the Los Angeles Lakers, the work was never really supposed to stop there. Rob Pelinka and the front office had needs to address on the buyout market with one free roster spot, and with former Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas recently waived, the move looked like a clear match.

Jaxson Hayes News / EssentiallySports / February 8

'I Might Have Lost It': Jaxson Hayes Explains Reason Behind Pushing Wizards Mascot

A shove during pregame introductions has cost Lakers center Jaxson Hayes more than a little embarrassment. The reserve big man was suspended one game after pushing the Washington Wizards’ mascot, G-Wiz, an outburst that quickly went viral and drew league discipline.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8

LeBron James refuses to pick Super Bowl LX winner, says he’s supporting the ‘winner’

LeBron James stopped short of naming a Super Bowl LX winner on live television, instead saying he would support whoever comes out on top. The Los Angeles Lakers star was asked for his prediction immediately after a win and made it clear he did not want to upset fans by backing either team.

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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 8

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors

When the NBA made the schedule, they probably had a much different game in mind than the one that played out on Saturday. On one side, Luka Dončić was out after a recent hamstring injury while, on the other side, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler both were out.

Kobe Bufkin News / Lakers Nation / February 8

Kobe Bufkin Signing Two-Year Standard NBA Contract With Team Option

The Los Angeles Lakers made one trade at the deadline, swapping out Gabe Vincent for Luke Kennard, adding some much-needed 3-point shooting. After only

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 7

Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Deandre Ayton Injury Update After Warriors Game

The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing better basketball as of late, winning four of their last five games as the All‑Star break approaches. The defense remains a concern for Los Angeles, yet with superstar Luka Doncic leading the way on offense, the Lakers have the potential to outscore any opponent.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 7

Kendrick Perkins Argues Austin Reaves Is the 'Most Important Player in the NBA'

Austin Reaves went from being undrafted to becoming a bona fide starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, but in the 2025-26 season, his role appears even more significant.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 7

New Lakers Signing Makes Demand Clear to LeBron James, Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline produced just one new face, but that player is already making his expectations clear to the team’s superstar duo.

Cam Reddish News / thePeachBasket / February 7

Former NBA Lottery Pick Cam Reddish Gets Second Shot With The San Diego Clippers

In life, it is all about second chances. At times, they are not guaranteed to everyone, so when you get the opportunity, you’d better make it count.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7

Lakers' JJ Redick Reveals Extent of Luka Doncic Injury

After the eight-game road trip came to an end for the Los Angeles Lakers, the team played host to Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena, with the NBA trade deadline behind them and JJ Redick and company preparing for the final stretch of the 2025-26 campaign.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7

Lakers' Marcus Smart, JJ Redick React to Luke Kennard Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers didn't stand pat ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week, as they were able to land one of the best three-point shooters in the league by trading veteran guard Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.