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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 1
JJ Redick Praises Collin Sexton’s Competitive Fire
One thing that has been very apparent since Collin Sexton has taken the court for the Los Angeles Lakers is the energy and intensity he brings. Whether it is picking up 94 feet on defense or attacking the rim with reckless abandon on offense, Sexton brings a level of intensity that very few can match, even if he isn’t playing particularly well.
Lawson Lovering News / Lakers Nation / November 1
Lawson Lovering Signed Two-Year, Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers recently made a roster move as they signed center Lawson Lovering to a two-way contract, waiving forward AK Okereke to make room for the big man.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 1
Jeanie Buss Accuses Siblings of Conspiracy as Lakers Governor Asks Judge to Block $12.5 Billion Sale
In 2006, Jerry Buss made one thing clear about the future of the Los Angeles Lakers. The legendary owner, who had spent decades building the franchise into a basketball powerhouse, could not imagine the team belonging to anyone outside his family.
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?
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 1
Austin Reaves took the blame for the struggles of the second unit vs. Warriors 
Austin Reaves is never one to duck the blame or shift the focus to something else. When he’s bad, he’ll admit he’s bad. And on Friday, he was bad. Reaves turned the ball over eight times, shot 9-19 from the field and had a plus-minus of -13, worst among the starters.
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.
Luka Doncic News / HITC / November 1
‘He’s not winning you a championship’- NBA champion doubles down on Luka Doncic criticism
Former NBA champion Channing Frye has doubled down on his criticism of Luka Doncic, insisting the Los Angeles Lakers superstar cannot win a championship with his current style of play.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 31
Lakers Injury Report: One Player Out, One Questionable For Showdown vs. Raptors
The Lakers‘ early-season momentum was halted on Friday after taking a 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Now, at 4-2, they’ll be looking to avoid another slip down the standings with a win against the Raptors on Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 31
Lakers Get Much-Needed Boost Ahead of Raptors Showdown
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a disappointing loss, with Luka Doncic and company seeing a massive lead get erased against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center on Friday night.
Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / October 31
Lakers Injury Report: Cameron Carr Available Vs Raptors
After missing the first six games of the season, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Cameron Carr (right oblique strain) is off the injury report and available to make his NBA debut on Sunday night against the Toronto Raptors.
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.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31
JJ Redick’s blunt take after Lakers blow 25-point lead in loss vs. Warriors
After watching the Los Angeles Lakers cough up a 25-point lead in their 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors, head coach JJ Redick put the loss into perspective on Friday.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 31
Lakers’ Luka Doncic Preaches Patience With New-Look Roster
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their second loss of the season on Friday night to the Warriors. After taking a 25-point lead, the Lakers watched it slowly slip away. Friday's loss marked the largest margin of defeat in the shot-clock era for a team that led by 20 or more points at the end of the first quarter.
Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / October 31
Walker Kessler Believes Lakers Need Time To Build Chemistry
Growing pains are gonna be a part of the process for the new-look Los Angeles Lakers, but blowing a first-half 25-point lead like they did to the Golden State Warriors on Friday night is inexcusable.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 31
Austin Reaves Takes Responsibility For ‘Terrible’ Play In Lakers Loss To Warriors
Everything was going right for the Los Angeles Lakers as Austin Reaves drained two free throws to begin the second quarter, giving them a 40-15 lead over the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / October 31
JJ Redick Wants Consistency From Officiating With Flopping Technical Fouls
The Los Angeles Lakers’ first Emirates NBA Cup group play game against the Golden State Warriors started off strong with an early 25-point advantage. Head coach JJ Redick had his players locked in on both sides of the floor, specifically, with Luka Doncic propeling them offensively with 21 first-quarter points.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / October 31
Lakers have a Luka Doncic masterpiece and still find way to fall apart
The Lakers got 21 points from Luka Doncic in the first quarter Friday night. They led the Warriors by 23. They looked like they might win by 40. Instead, they lost by 17.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 30
JJ Redick Opens Up On Lakers’ Best Big Man Pairing And Collin Sexton’s Impact Off The Bench
All the odds were against the Lakers going into their latest game against the Clippers. In enemy territory, without Luka Doncic, it was a game that very easily could have gotten out of their control.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 30
Lakers buyers lining up investors amid questions about funding
Getting into the Lakers’ prospective ownership group apparently requires about $250 million. That’s the starting point. Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are offering minority stakes beginning around that figure as they assemble investors for their proposed purchase, according to Ben Horney of Front Office Sports.
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.
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.
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.
Herbert Jones News / Yardbarker / October 30
Why Lakers should pursue trade for Pelicans' Herbert Jones
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a great start this season, but as expected, their defensive acuity as a group remains a major point of concern.
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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