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The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
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.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28
Ex-NBA coach has harsh reality check for LeBron James
Former NBA coach Sam Mitchell had a very bold take about LeBron James’ value at this stage of his career. In an appearance on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Mitchell indicated that James is no longer anyone’s first option, and that the legendary forward is struggling to accept that reality.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
Dwyane Wade makes concerning claims about LeBron James
Lakers fans won't love Wade's assessment of LeBron's mentality at this stage of his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 28
LeBron James Happy To Have Marcus Smart On Lakers
An offseason signing that was expected to pay dividends for the Los Angeles Lakers was veteran guard Marcus Smart and he has already showcased positive signs on the defensive end.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 28
JJ Redick ‘Bummed’ For Austin Reaves
Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves has been dealing with calf issues in recent weeks and that came to a head on Christmas Day when he was forced to leave the game at halftime.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 28
John Wall wants LA Lakers to make key lineup change and replace one starter, ‘he’s not supposed to…’
John Wall believes the LA Lakers must make some big changes to their team, including replacing one longtime starter. The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a humiliating loss to the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
JJ Redick admits LeBron James is a problem for the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone 8-5 since LeBron James made his season debut.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
Rob Pelinka’s Lakers cannot be what JJ Redick wants them to be
Redick has expressed frustrations at his team's shortcomings this season, but it's Pelinka who should be taking the heat.
Rui Hachimura News / Fadeaway World / December 28
Crazy Stat Shows Why The Lakers Need To Bench Rui Hachimura
A single lineup stat has exposed arguably one of the biggest problems the Los Angeles Lakers are facing right now, and it points straight at Rui Hachimura being a liability in his current role.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 28
JJ Redick Admits How Austin Reaves’ Injury Might Turn Beneficial for Lakers
There is a justifiable concern among Lakers fans that Austin Reaves’ injury will eventually take a significant toll on the team’s overall production. In the midst of his gigantic season, the leading MIP suffered two quick injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 28
Deandre Ayton Explains The Reality Of Calling Out LeBron James
Deandre Ayton shared a glimpse into the Los Angeles Lakers locker-room dynamics when he addressed the idea of calling out LeBron James. Speaking after
Luka Doncic News / The SportsRush / December 28
NBA Analyst Delivers Scathing Review of Luka Doncic’s 'Minimal Effort' Defense With Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers’ slump has generated a lot of buzz in the NBA, with their championship aspirations seemingly fading with each passing game. There were signs of impending doom even early on in the 25/26 season, when they were winning.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 28
Minus key piece, Lakers out to shore up defense vs. Kings
One team eager to show off a new weapon and another beginning a stretch without one of its big guns go head-to-head Sunday night when the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers duel in Southern California.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 28
JJ Redick drops stern ‘non-negotiable’ message amid Austin Reaves injury
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a major blow this week when it was announced that starting guard Austin Reaves would be sidelined for about one month due to a calf injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 27
Lakers Set To Lose Trade Assets Amid Losing Skid
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers are in a mini crisis after Houston manhandled them on Christmas Day. The mood in Lakerland contrasts sharply with earlier weeks.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 27
JJ Redick Feeling ‘Positive’ After Practice & Film Session
The Los Angeles Lakers have hit a rough patch of their season, dropping three straight games for the first time with all coming in blowout fashion. Their most recent loss was to the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day and afterwards, head coach JJ Redick was highly critical of the team’s effort and care-factor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 27
The Luka Doncic reason why LA Lakers need to fire Rob Pelinka
There’s a need for improvement for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. For what it’s worth, the Los Angeles Lakers were off to a great start during the 2025-26 NBA season.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / December 27
Lakers Receive Herb Jones Trade Update After Austin Reaves’ Injury News
The Lakers are in a free fall. They’ve lost three straight by 15+ points, and after the Rockets blew them out 119-96 on Christmas Day, the calls for change have grown louder, even by their own head coach.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Lakers get brutal injury news on guard Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves might not be back in action again until close to the All-Star break.
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