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Luka Doncic On Possibility Of Surpassing Bam Adebayo’s 83-Point Game: ‘Maybe’

Ever since Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a game back in 2006, many have wondered who would be the next NBA player to reach that milestone.

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LA Lakers legend known for anger wants Donald Trump to make him a US ambassador to ‘help’ Middle East

An NBA champion once famous for his fiery on-court temper has made a surprising request to Donald Trump, asking to be considered for a diplomatic role to help bring peace to the Middle East.

Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / March 12

New Report Drops Bombshell Update on Luka Doncic & Madelyn Cline Dating Rumors

Luka Doncic never expected to be embroiled in so much negative news this season. Despite playing well for the Los Angeles Lakers, he received harsh criticism from the media for his style of play and leadership on the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 12

Lakers finding extra success with improved defense

The Lakers are rolling a little right now. Again. Los Angeles has won six of its last seven games and, as of Wednesday, had climbed past the Timberwolves for the No.

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The 'Most 20-point games in an NBA season' quiz

An active NBA player has scored 20 points or more in at least 60 games in one season 61 times. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point games in one NBA postseason' quiz

The 'Most points in a quarter of an NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Teammates with 30+ points in one NBA Conference Finals game' quiz

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / March 11

Lakers executing at both ends sans LeBron James; Bulls up next

On a charge up the Western Conference standings, the Los Angeles Lakers will be out to continue their momentum with a visit from the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11

Lakers’ expected contract offer to Austin Reaves is revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers are ready to open up the vault for Austin Reaves. The Lakers plan to offer their star guard Reaves a five-year, $240 million contract upon the start of free agency this summer, Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily reported on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / March 11

Lakers Injury Report vs. Bulls: Multiple Players Could Be Out For Crucial Game

The Los Angeles Lakers will be looking for their fourth straight win on Thursday, and the odds will be stacked in their favor as the home team against a struggling Bulls squad.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11

Deandre Ayton gets snippy with the media amid his struggles

Deandre Ayton continues to crash out. The Los Angeles Lakers center Ayton addressed reporters on Thursday night after the team’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 11

Lakers Legend Plots Basketball Return Using Phil Jackson’s Blueprint

A familiar name from the Purple & Gold glory days may soon be back on the sidelines of basketball, just not in the way fans remember. Two-time NBA champion Lamar Odom, one of the most versatile forwards of his era and a key piece of the Los Angeles Lakers’ championship runs, is exploring a return to the game that defined his career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 11

Luka Doncic on fire since Max Kellerman's criticism

Since getting flamed by Kellerman, who hosts a podcast with Rich Paul, the agent of Lakers teammate LeBron James, Doncic is second in the NBA in scoring.

LeBron James’ final decision still expected to come down to Lakers, Cavs, or retirement

Lakers catch Wolves in standings thanks to Luka Doncic's triple-double

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins LeBron James in rare NBA stat line

The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 11

Rotation Trust Level: Turning the corner

The Lakers are finally figuring things out. After continual struggles against top teams, back-to-back wins against the Knicks and Timberwolves have not only eased worries, but created a lot of optimism about his team.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 11

Luka Doncic Encouraged By Lakers’ Defense After Win Over Timberwolves

There have been major questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers’ ability to play championship-level defense with a team built around offensive-focused stars in Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 11

JJ Redick Praises Deandre Ayton For ‘Fantastic’ Performance Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up their second straight emphatic victory over a playoff team, running away from the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half for a 120-106 victory.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / March 11

LeBron James’ final decision still expected to come down to Lakers, Cavs, or retirement

LeBron James is once again headed toward an uncertain offseason. The Lakers star will become an unrestricted free agent this summer for the first time since 2018 and seemingly has not yet decided whether he plans to retire or return for another season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 11

JJ Redick Breaks Down Why Lakers Have Had More Success Without LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has put together another solid season in Year 23, though recently has been struggled with minor injuries that have kept him out of the lineup.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11