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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 7
Luka Dončić’s defense is improving, even if no one wants to talk about it 
While being the star of the Lakers can make you the face of the NBA, it also brings a lot of scrutiny. Even before his time in Los Angeles, Luka Dončić was no stranger to being viewed under a microscope.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 7
Marcus Smart Breaks Silence on Criticism Surrounding Lakers’ Deandre Ayton
When Deandre Ayton signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, he envisioned playing a pivotal role in helping the franchise compete for an NBA title. As the season has progressed, the conversation Ayton has moved toward his performance being below the expectations he had laid before he began his Lakers tenure.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / March 7
Luke Kennard Feeling More Comfortable But Excited To Keep Growing With Lakers
Luke Kennard has been a great addition for the Los Angeles Lakers as an impactful bench scorer they had previously lacked before the trade deadline. Most sharpshooters in recent years have struggled when playing under the bright lights in L.A., but that has not been the case for Kennard.
The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 7
Lakers' LeBron James Reveals How He Wants His Legendary Career to End
With Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James missing Friday’s game against the Indiana Pacers due to a left elbow contusion, it once again opened
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.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 7
Rick Carlisle: Luka Doncic Is Future MVP & Best Player I’ve Ever Coached
Being a referee in today’s NBA is difficult, given how stars have gotten sneaky with how they get to the free throw line. An example of that is Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic, as he knows plenty of ways to draw fouls and sometimes looks to draw contact more than making a shot.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 7
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic, LeBron James, West seeding
Luka Doncic did not need much help Friday night. The Lakers were missing several key pieces but still rolled past the Indiana Pacers, 128-117, thanks largely to Doncic’s brilliance.
NBA News / The SportsRush / March 7
How Being Humiliated by Dirk Nowitzki’s Dallas Made LeBron James Immediately Lock In
LeBron James has a reputation as one of the most dominant players in postseason. We have witnessed the four-time NBA champion drag lackluster rosters to basketball’s biggest stage.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 7
Luka Doncic Focused On Improving Defensively
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been under a microscope in recent weeks with a lot of criticism being thrown his way for complaining at the officials and not putting in effort on defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 7
JJ Redick Defends Luka Doncic Amid Criticism About Excessive Complaining
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is a generational talent and he has played like a top-five player this season. But unfortunately, L.A. has struggled to build continuity due to injuries, so they have a number of doubters in the NBA media world.
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.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 7
LeBron James Welcomes Back Celtics Star Jayson Tatum
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has always been one to pay it forward to the young generation of players, especially at this stage of his career. During the 2024 Olympics in Paris, James grew close to a lot of the young American players on the team, including Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / March 7
Lakers bounce back with huge win over Pacers
The Los Angeles Lakers won three in a row and looked to get back on top after a bad spell of games. Then came Thursday night, when they played their rivals, the Denver Nuggets.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / March 7
Why LeBron James Retiring in Cleveland Would Mean More Than Another Ring
One day, the game will slow down, even if the clock keeps running. The arena will still be full. The broadcast will still talk about standings, matchups, and minutes.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / March 7
Luka Doncic Gets Brutally Honest About Lakers’ Struggles Against Strong Teams Ahead of Knicks Clash
The Los Angeles Lakers’ recent troubling pattern has kept head coach JJ Redick stressed out in crunch time. While his key stars Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves,
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / March 7
LeBron James Leaves Lakers to Join Jazz In NBA Legend’s Audacious Proposal
The NBA communityis still grappling with the potential end of the era dominated by the most iconic active figure, LeBron James’ old friend remains the outlier.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / March 7
Austin Reaves Gives Cryptic Response to Reporters on Potential Wrist Injury Following Lakers-Pacers
Austin Reaves' season, as well as the Los Angeles Lakers, has been littered with injuries. Reaves, who was in the midst of the best season of his career, encountered an ankle injury that caused him to miss 19 consecutive games.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / March 7
Luka Doncic joins elite club with 44 points in Lakers win
Luka Doncic recorded 44 points, nine rebounds and three steals in three quarters of action to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a solid 128-117 victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers on Friday night.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / March 7
LeBron James says his retirement will be about celebration, ‘not of loss’
At some point, LeBron James will walk away from basketball. Just do not expect a farewell tour filled with sadness. James, now in his 23rd season and somehow still producing at age 41, said he views the end of his career very differently.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 6
Fans think Deandre Ayton got called out by Lakers teammate
Deandre Ayton left Thursday’s Los Angeles Lakers game with an injury, and fans think one of his teammates took a shot at him after the game. The Lakers fell to the Denver Nuggets 120-113 at Ball Arena in Denver, Co.
The 'NBA all-time field goal leaders' quiz
How many of the 25 players in NBA history to make at least 9,000 field goals can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / March 6
Udonis Haslem calls out Lakers Deandre Ayton
The Los Angeles Lakers were poised to have a big season. Luka Doncic had a full training camp, LeBron James returned, and LA brought in Deandre Ayton to replace Anthony Davis.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 6
LeBron James blasts officials after Nikola Jokic incident
James finished the night with 16 points, five rebounds and eight assists, but his postgame comments had nothing to do with the history he just made. Instead, he directed his anger at the officials for what he felt was a missed foul call on the play that resulted in his injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 5
LeBron James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to set another NBA record
Already the NBA's all-time leading scorer, Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James etched his name in the record books one more time.
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