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NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Warriors’ Stephen Curry & LeBron James Have Discussed Business Collaboration
LeBron James and Stephen Curry are two of the defining superstars of their generation, combining for eight NBA rings and six MVP awards. James and Curry have been rivals for decades and the two aging stars remain among the best in the NBA.
The 'Most 2,000-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?
Deandre Ayton News / Yardbarker / October 22
Deandre Ayton is already a problem for Lakers
It was an ugly debut for Ayton, the Lakers' biggest signing of the offseason, and the worst part is that it might not get better.
Lakers Around the Web
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Lakers Coach Reveals Level of Concern for Luka Doncic After Loss to Warriors
Luka Doncic scored 43 points, but the Lakers lost to the Warriors 119-109 in the season opener. Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 31 points; Steph Curry added 23 points.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
Lakers Can’t Support Luka Dončić in Opening Night Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors on opening night, in what was quite an underwhelming loss. Luka Dončić was one of the only brights spot for the Lakers, leading the team in both points and rebounds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 22
The Lakers bad preseason habits led to a predictable loss to the Warriors 
LOS ANGELES – Championship habits and obsession. All training camp long, head coach JJ Redick repeated these statements to the team, the media and anyone who would listen.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 22
Lakers' mediocre defense exposed in season opener
The Lakers may need to sacrifice some offense for defense because Tuesday's lineup will continue to bleed points against quality teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 22
Luka Doncic makes unwanted history in Lakers season opener
Luka Doncic was nearly flawless in the Los Angeles Lakers' season opener against the Golden State Warriors, finishing with 43 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists on 63% shooting from the floor. So how did he end up with an unwanted spot in the history books?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 22
Luka Dončić eases concerns over potential groin injury vs. Warriors
It wasn’t noticeable to most, if any, Lakers fans watching the game from home on Tuesday, but those in attendance caught a concerning couple of moments from Luka Dončić against the Warriors.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
JJ Redick highlights Lakers’ problem still lingering after 2024-25
The Los Angeles Lakers had one pressing roster need to fill heading into the 2025 offseason, and with limited resources, they managed to sign double-double machine Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Steve Nash Makes Bold Austin Reaves Prediction This Season
Hall of Famer Steve Nash believes Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is ready to reach a major career milestone in the 2025–26 season. In a short Q&A video posted by Bleacher Report’s official Instagram, Nash was asked which player he thinks will make their first All-Star appearance this year.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Marcus Smart under fire for his dirty play on Steph Curry
Marcus Smart may have a new team, but he is still the same old Marcus Smart.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / October 21
LeBron James Will Wear All-NBA Jersey Patch For 2025-26 Season Debut
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is not yet ready to make his debut for the 2025-26 season. He is dealing with sciatica on his right side and is reportedly targeting a mid-November return date to the Lakers lineup.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / October 21
Gabe Vincent Is ‘All In’ On 2025-26 Lakers
Gabe Vincent is entering his third season with the Los Angeles Lakers, on the final year of the three-year, $33 million contract he signed with the team in the summer of 2023.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 21
Third-Year Rookie Scale Team Option On Dalton Knecht Picked Up
The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to see a sophomore leap from Dalton Knecht, their 17th overall pick from the 2024 NBA Draft. The sharpshooter from Tennessee had an uneven rookie campaign, shooting 43.9% from beyond the arc between October and November and 42.7% from deep between March and April, but only 28.5% in the months in between.
Maxi Kleber News / Hoops Rumors / October 21
Lakers big man out at least two weeks with oblique strain
Maxi Kleber won’t be available when the regular season gets underway.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 21
Lakers Notes: Bronny James Injury Update, Concerning LeBron Timeline, JJ Redick Calls Out Team
After quite a long offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers will finally play regular season basketball today. LA also has an update on Bronny James ahead of the season opener.
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