The NBA’s ongoing betting scandal has fueled speculation and theories, most of which revolve around who else could potentially be involved in similar activities that might bring shame to the league.
Luka Doncic returned after a three-game injury absence to lead the visiting Los Angeles Lakers to a 117-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies Friday during the first night of NBA Cup play.
With Luka Dončić and Marcus Smart back, the Lakers took care of business, beating the Grizzlies 117-112 on Friday night. This was LA’s first NBA Cup game, and they are off to a perfect start with this convincing win.
The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Friday night, closing out their road trip against the Memphis Grizzlies. This was the first group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup, and the Lakers got some reinforcements back in the lineup with Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart both returning from injury.
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.
Austin Reaves saw that Luka Doncic and LeBron James were out injured, and realized that he would be looked at as the main guy on the Los Angeles Lakers team.
Austin Reaves has looked like an All-Star for the Los Angeles Lakers through five games. Austin Reaves has had to carry the Los Angeles Lakers over their last three games with both LeBron James and Luka Doncic out.
LOS ANGELES – Back during the preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers’ bench unit, mostly composed of Jaxson Hayes, Jarred Vanderbilt and Marcus Smart all played key roles during the team’s final preseason game, a win against the Golden State Warriors.
The Lakers will have much closer to a full roster on Friday night as they begin NBA Cup play. Luka Dončić will be available, making his return to the Lakers after missing the past three games due to a finger sprain and lower left leg contusion.
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart are available to play in the Emirates NBA Cup Opener against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.
After Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Reddick revealed LeBron James is close to making a return for his regular-season debut, Hall of Fame forward and ESPN analyst Charles Barkley downplayed his injury due to sciatica.
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking forward to turning a new page as they settle into head coach JJ Redick's second year at the helm and Luka Doncic's first full season in Los Angeles.
One of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason has been Luka Doncic’s physical transformation. After being shockingly traded by the Mavericks last
Austin Reaves is off to a fantastic start for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. With LeBron James and Luka Doncic out, Austin Reaves has stepped up and has put the Los Angeles Lakers on his back.
Ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Deandre Ayton says he looks forward to the NBA Cup’s heightened level of competition.
The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.
The story for the Los Angeles Lakers early on this season has undoubtedly been the play of Austin Reaves. With both Luka Doncic and LeBron James dealing with injuries, Reaves has stepped up as the number one option for head coach JJ Redick and has kept the team afloat without their two superstars.
LeBron James has a treat for his younger fans this Halloween. The Los Angeles Lakers star announced Thursday that the latest in his series of children's books, "Happy Spooky Halloween," will be released on July 21, 2026.
Jake LaRavia has responded to comments from Anthony Edwards, following the Lakers’ win over the Timberwolves. Austin Reaves may have sealed the victory with a buzzer-beater, but LaRavia also put on a strong performance with 27 points.
The Lakers have held their own in recent days despite missing both LeBron James and Luka Doncic due to injuries. The play of guard Austin Reaves has been a major reason why Los Angeles has put up a 2-1 record without its two superstars — after scoring 51 points in Sacramento on Sunday and pouring in 41 more vs.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with injuries to key players to start the season. LeBron James started the year on the injured list, then Luka Doncic picked up an injury after just two games.
LeBron James may be out due to sciatica, but Charles Barkley is not buying it. He thinks he knows what is really going on with the Los Angeles Lakers star.
The Los Angeles Lakers are 2-2 to start 2025-26. That’s hardly the record they want to have, as they’d be 4-0 if it were up to them. Even so, they’re playing at or above expectations considering the circumstances.
While the NBA is just a week into its 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers are facing significant adversity, sitting at .500 and having yet to field a full squad.