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NBA News / The SportsRush / January 1
'Quit With His Fantasy Basketball': LeBron James’ Agent Shuts Down Bill Simmons’ LeBron for Jimmy Butler Trade Idea
LeBron James not signing an extension with the LA Lakers isn’t exactly new news. But the implications of the King being noncommittal have continued to dominate discussions among NBA analysts.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 1
LeBron James Won’t Use Injuries As Excuse For Lakers’ Struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers have dealt with a multitude of injuries this season that have really hindered them after a strong start to the year. Austin Reaves is out at least a month, LeBron James missed the first part of the year, and the team’s role players have been in and out with minor ailments all season long.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Adou Thiero News / Hoops Rumors / January 1
Lakers’ Adou Thiero To Be Reevaluated In Four Weeks For MCL Sprain
The Lakers announced that Adou Thiero has suffered an MCL sprain in his right knee and will be reevaluated in approximately four weeks, Khobi Price of the Orange County Register writes in a subscriber-only story.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1
Reggie Miller called out Luka Doncic for his bad defense
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic can do a lot of things on the basketball court at a high level, but defense remains a vulnerable aspect of his game.
Adou Thiero News / Lakers Nation / January 1
Adou Thiero To Be Re-Evaluated In 4 Weeks With Right MCL Sprain
The Los Angeles Lakers announced rookie forward Adou Thiero has been diagnosed with a right MCL sprain. He will be re-evaluated by team doctors in approximately four weeks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 1
'Not Gonna Be A Superstar Guy': Rich Paul Defends LeBron James And Luka Doncic’s Lackluster Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers, after a solid start to the 25/26 season, were served a piece of humble pie in the month of December, and currently have a 4-6 record in the last 10 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 31
LeBron James’ Agent Interestingly Plays Both Sides In ‘Michael Jordan Vs LBJ Last Shot’ Debate
The LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan debate will never die. Everyone has their own criteria, their own memories, and their own moments they point to when choosing between His Airness and The King.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Pistons' conquest of Lakers showcases team's strengths
With a 128-106 dismantling of the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday night, the Detroit Pistons showed why they are top dogs in the NBA’s Eastern Conference.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 31
The Lakers can’t beat good teams this season 
LOS ANGELES — Watching the Lakers play against good teams this year is like watching a rerun of your favorite TV show where you know what’s going to happen.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / December 31
Luka Doncic: Lakers Could’ve Matched Pistons’ Physicality Better
The Los Angeles Lakers ended 2025 with yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons. Luka Doncic led the way with 30 points and 11 assists and the Lakers stuck with Detroit for most of three quarters before getting dominated in the fourth as things fell apart.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 31
JJ Redick Believes Lakers Are Still Trying To Figure Out Their Identity
After a strong start, the Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of their roughest stretch of the season so far. After yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons, JJ Redick’s squad is heading into 2026 having lost four of their last five games and seven of their last 12, all coming by double-digits.
NBA News / The SportsRush / December 31
Cade Cunningham Over Luka Doncic? Former All-Star Makes a Case for Picking Pistons Guard Over Lakers Star
Throughout his 8 years in the NBA, Luka Doncic has proven that he is among the top-five players in the league. This season, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar hasn’t missed a beat en route to yet another dominant campaign.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 31
LeBron James Willing To Play More On-Ball
LeBron James has taken on a completely different role this season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After missing the first 14 games of the year, James has mostly played off-ball role with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves being the primary creators for the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31
3 shocking stats that show Lakers are nowhere as good as record entering 2026
On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers continued their losing ways with a brutal home loss to the Detroit Pistons by a score of 128-106. Any concerns about the Lakers’ defense were not quelled with this performance, and it wasn’t a great game from LeBron James on his 41st birthday, scoring 17 points in the loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 31
JJ Redick On Lakers’ DNA, Referees, And Luka Doncic’s Decisions On The Court
The month of December has been brutal for the Los Angeles Lakers, and they ended it fittingly, getting blown out 128-106 by the Detroit Pistons at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31
Lakers forward had one of the most painful halves of the season
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia was dealt a double dose of pain in his team’s matchup against the Detroit Pistons at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 30
Lakers Coach Announces Bad News on Tuesday
JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers are back in action on Tuesday for their final game of the calendar year. They get to host the 24-8 Detroit Pistons at Crypto.com Arena as the Lakers battle the best team in the Eastern Conference at the moment.
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