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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 17
Marcus Smart admitted he ‘did some dumb things’ in Lakers win over Suns 
There is plenty of blame to spread all around for the Lakers blowing a 20-point lead in the fourth and turning their matchup against the Suns into a nailbiter.
Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / December 17
Deandre Ayton Named November Recipient Of Bob Lanier Community Assist Award
The NBA and NBPA announced that Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton has been named the recipient of the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for the month of November.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 17
Lakers Pressured to 'Tread Carefully' at Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers are in need of a versatile defender if they are to compete in the stacked Western Conference this season. With a bottom 10-ranked defensive rating, the Lakers have struggled to contain opposing offenses, allowing the 17th-most points per game.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17
How Dalton Knecht performed for the South Bay Lakers in his G League debut alongside Bronny James
Dalton Knecht and Bronny James both played for the Los Angeles Lakers’ G League team on Tuesday. The South Bay Lakers won 127-118, with Knecht and James playing a combined 59 minutes at the UCLA Health Training Center.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Lakers Send Luka Doncic, LeBron James Message After NBA Announcement
The Los Angeles Lakers have alternated wins and losses since the last game of November, putting together a 4-3 record in December. With no game on their schedule until Thursday, the Lakers turned their fans' attention toward the 2026 NBA All-Star Game on Wednesday.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17
When Bam Adebayo vouched for Eastern rival to become the next ‘LeBron of the NBA’ after Lakers star retires
It’s only a matter of time before LeBron James retires from the NBA. Even in Year 23, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to impress fans with his insane longevity.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 17
How the Lakers can land Jonathan Kuminga without giving up Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers could take a big swing with this proposed blockbuster trade. The Los Angeles Lakers moved to 18-7 after edging out the Phoenix Suns in a tight game.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 17
Luka Doncic Spends Insane Amount on Lakers Holiday Presents
Star guard Luka Doncic has given a lot to the Los Angeles Lakers since they acquired him via a shocking February trade with the Dallas Mavericks last season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 17
LeBron as a screener and connector is a missing piece for the Lakers big three
In a tense back-and-forth contest in Philly, Sixer star Joel Embiid nails a jumper to tie the game with just over a minute remaining. In every other stint of his unprecedented 23-season career, this would be LeBron James’ time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 17
2026 NBA All-Star Voting Gets Underway
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will be held in Los Angeles, though it will take place at the Intuit Dome, home of the Los Angeles Clippers, on Feb. 15, and will air on NBC and Peacock.
Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / December 17
The Nike Kobe 3 'Royal Pulse' Arrives on Christmas Eve
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's third signature Nike basketball shoe made its long-awaited return in August. Unfortunately, the Nike Kobe 3 Protro remains overshadowed by its low-top successors.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / December 17
Jarred Vanderbilt Stayed Ready For Another Opportunity
The Los Angeles Lakers had effectively removed Jarred Vanderbilt from the regular rotation in recent weeks. Head coach JJ Redick made the choice in spite of what Vanderbilt brings defensively, as his offensive limitations were simply too much to overcome.
Christian Koloko News / Lakers Nation / December 17
Former Lakers Two-Way Center Christian Koloko To Play For Spurs G League Affiliate
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the 2025-26 season with a better big man rotation after signing Deandre Ayton and re-signing Jaxson Hayes in free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Luka Doncic's Behavior Toward JJ Redick Draws Attention
Luka Doncic is having a lot of fun with the Los Angeles Lakers under head coach JJ Redick. That much is clear from the team's latest practice. The Slovenian
Dalton Knecht News / Fadeaway World / December 17
Dalton Knecht’s G League Debut Shows That He Deserves More Minutes In The NBA
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht has struggled to carve out a spot in the team’s rotation. Given his drop-off in form, Knecht found himself being assigned to the G League, along with Adou Thiero, recently.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 16
JJ Redick reveals Dalton Knecht plan amid G League assignment
LOS ANGELES – Amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ solid start to the 2025-26 season, and coupled with a few new roster additions, Dalton Knecht has found himself largely out of the rotation and now on assignment in the G League.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / December 16
Luka Doncic's Off-Court Move Surfaces Amid NBA Season
Luka Doncic has been sensational in his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers, and it's clear he's having a lot of fun. Doncic is averaging a league-high 34.7 points, along with 8.7 rebounds and 8.8 assists.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 16
Lakers Get Ominous Update on Trade Market This Year
The Los Angeles Lakers are in need of an upgrade on the defensive end of the court. While Luka Doncic, who is playing like an MVP candidate, has the offense rolling, the Lakers have struggled to contain opponents, holding the 20th-highest defensive rating thorugh 25 games this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 16
Deandre Ayton describes honest message JJ Redick gave Lakers over defensive struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers' defensive struggles have been a major talking point this season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 16
Cooper Flagg tops LeBron James with record-breaking performance
Flagg has been given enough freedom to grow through his mistakes, and he's turned plenty of heads in his first year in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16
LeBron James practicing golf on the sideline feels like the end
It’s fair to say that Los Angeles superstar forward LeBron James is on the back nine of his legendary NBA career. At some point, Father Time is going to win against the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player and force him out of the league. But James surely will have plenty of other endeavors to keep him busy once his playing days are over.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 14
Recently Buried On The Bench, Lakers Veteran Forward Could Help Fix Lakers Biggest Issue
Despite dealing with several key injuries, the Los Angeles Lakers are off to a fantastic start to the 2025-26 season. The Lakers sit in the top six of the Western Conference, but they do have issues that could keep them from reaching their goal of competing for an NBA championship.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 14
Lakers' JJ Redick shares concerning Austin Reaves injury update
Reaves has been the Lakers' second-best player this season, averaging 27.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 6.7 assists while shooting 50.3 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from beyond the arc.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / December 12
Lakers' Austin Reaves out at least one week with mild calf strain
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a mild left calf strain and will miss at least one week.
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