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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28
Byron Scott Shares Harsh Words For LeBron James
With James, the Lakers went from not making the playoffs to winning the NBA Finals in just two seasons, which is undoubtedly an impressive feat. But since 2020, there has been a roller coaster of outcomes surrounding this team as they have yet to get back to the Finals.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / February 28
NBA Analyst Rips Luka Doncic For His Defense And Complaining; Believes Lakers Star’s Development Has Stunted
The Ringer’s Max Kellerman is emerging as one of Luka Doncic’s biggest critics, and he went at the Los Angeles Lakers superstar again on The Bill Simmons Podcast.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27
Lakers veteran looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart appeared visibly frustrated with Deandre Ayton during their Friday matchup against the Phoenix Suns. A clip of a few Lakers defensive lapses went viral on social media after the team’s 113-110 loss at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 28
'Would Make Sense': Draymond Green Urges Deandre Ayton to Embrace Clint Capela Role for Luka Doncic
Deandre Ayton didn’t hold back his frustration. Following the Lakers’ narrow loss to the Orlando Magic, the former No. 1 overall pick was overheard venting, “They’re trying to make me Clint Capela.” The comment quickly went viral across NBA circles, drawing reactions from fans and players alike.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 27
'Adam Silver’s Got to Fine Them': Charles Barkley Accuses Lakers of Tanking, Questions Luka Doncic’s MVP Case
The frustration around the Los Angeles Lakers is starting to spill beyond the locker room. After a narrow loss to the Phoenix Suns yesterday, tension has mounted over the team’s recent form and superstar guard Luka Doncic.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 27
Lakers, Warriors jockeying for position in crowded Western Conference
California counterparts jockeying for Western Conference playoff positioning meet on Saturday in San Francisco when the Golden State Warriors host the Los Angeles Lakers.
J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 27
JJ Redick says Lakers’ losses are ‘louder’ than other teams’ losses 
The good thing about the Lakers is that when things are going well, the attention the franchise receives is more than virtually anyone else in sports gets.
Lamar Odom News / Lakers Nation / February 27
Lamar Odom Believes He Would Be In Hall Of Fame If Not For Drug Addiction
In terms of pure talent, Lamar Odom was one of the most gifted basketball players of his generation. He had point guard skills at 6’10 with an excellent handle and court vision while also being capable of scoring at all three levels.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27
Colin Cowherd draws up ‘Hollywood’ comparison for LeBron James-Lakers relationship
With immense speculation about the Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James, sports analyst Colin Cowherd gives a blunt take about the relationship between the team and player.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 27
The NBA appears to have completely missed a controversial call at end of Lakers-Suns
LA’s loss to Phoenix on Thursday was a frustrating one for the Lakers, considering how hard they played in the fourth quarter only to fall to the Suns by just three points.
Byron Scott News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 27
Byron Scott Rips LeBron’s ‘Laughable’ NBA Take, Says It’s Time to Leave Lakers
Only 24 regular-season games remain on the schedule for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2025-26 campaign, and things are starting to get rough in the final stretch, with the team losing three straight games while continuing to look lost defensively.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27
Former Lakers player thinks LeBron James should leave the team
A former Los Angeles Lakers player and coach thinks it is time for LeBron James to move on and find a new team. Byron Scott, who spent 11 years playing for the Lakers and another two as their coach, suggested it was time for James to leave the Lakers.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27
Clint Capela fires back at Deandre Ayton
Clint Capela was not a fan of a catching a stray this week from Deandre Ayton.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / February 27
Austin Reaves: Lakers Must ‘Control The Controllables’ To Get Out Of Slump
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their third consecutive game on Thursday night, falling to yet another team missing key players. This time it was the Phoenix Suns, without their two leading scorers, who defeated the Lakers 113-110 as Austin Reaves missed an open 3-pointer at the buzzer that would’ve sent the game to overtime.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 27
'More Excuses Than a Brother Going to Jail': Kendrick Perkins Says It’s Time for JJ Redick 'To Coach'
The return from the NBA All-Star break hasn’t been kind for the Los Angeles Lakers. In the four games the Lakers have played, they are 1-3. All three of those losses highlight one of the main issues with this team, which has remained consistent for the entire season: the defense.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 27
Austin Reaves sends clear message after Lakers’ third straight loss
The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their third straight game Thursday night, falling 113-110 to the Phoenix Suns in a loss that stung more than usual.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 27
Deandre Ayton's immaturity could doom Lakers
His history and the Lakers' attempts to motivate him suggest Ayton might simply lack the maturity to be the center the team wants.
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