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NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
NBA is only getting tough on flopping for one side of the ball
NBA referees gave out only 27 technicals for flopping all season. They gave out three in three minutes Tuesday night.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Kobe Bryant News / Kicks on SI / October 28
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro 'Shanghai Fireworks' Finally Drops In U.S.
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was a global icon who was popular with fans and players alike. But he was probably most popular in China. Throughout his NBA career, Bryant routinely visited China on sneaker promotional tours.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers Make Bizarre NBA History in Loss to Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the young 2026-27 season. On Tuesday, the Lakers fell to the Portland Trail Blazers, 136-129. The Lakers' defense was below average and played a big role in their loss. As for the offense, the Lakers were stellar, and despite the loss, they have the No.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 28
Final Injury Report for Lakers-Clippers: Will Luka Doncic, Rui Hachimura Play?
The Los Angeles Lakers are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers in a Western Conference matchup. The Lakers enter Wednesday’s contest with a 3-1 record after losing at home to the Portland Trail Blazers Tuesday night.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28
Lakers agree to deal with former Grizzlies center
The Los Angeles Lakers are making a roster move after just four games. On Wednesday, the Lakers waived two-way player AK Okereke. In turn, LA signed 7-foot center Lawson Lovering to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers adding center Lawson Lovering, waive AK Okereke
The Lakers are changing the makeup of one of their two-way spots, adding size in the middle and moving on from a rookie wing. Los Angeles has agreed to a two-way contract with center Lawson Lovering and waived AK Okereke to create the opening, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Damian Lillard, Luka Doncic performances marred by oddly-timed flopping calls late
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers gave fans one of the best games to start the 2026-27 regular season, with Damian Lillard, Deni Avdija, and Ja Morant taking on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler in a battle of the unbeatens.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers Reportedly Sign Former Grizzlies Big Man to Two-Way Deal
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a glaring need in the frontcourt for quite some time, with a serious lack of depth behind star center Walker Kessler. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka was working the phones trying to trade for a center before the season got underway, but fell short.
Walker Kessler News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Walker Kessler Vows Lakers Will Fix Early Defensive Issues
Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler has played in his fourth game with the team, and it's been quite the roller coaster. His first two games as a Laker were to behold.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Lakers Signing Lawson Lovering To Two-Way Contract & Waiving AK Okereke
The backup center position has been a clear weakness for the Los Angeles Lakers early on in the 2026-27 season as they have struggled with Walker Kessler off the floor.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 28
Lakers Add Lovering On Two-Way Deal, Waive Okereke
The Lakers have agreed to a two-way deal with center Lawson Lovering, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports. In a related move, they have waived AK Okereke to make room for the 7-foot Lovering (Twitter links).
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / October 28
Lakers' Luka Doncic (back) to miss game vs. Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers ruled guard Luka Doncic out of Wednesday night's game against the crosstown Clippers with back tightness. Los Angeles is holding out Doncic on the second night of a back-to-back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 28
Luka Dončić out vs. Clippers with back tightness 
The Lakers’ first back-to-back of the season will be without Luka Dončić. After falling to the Blazers on Tuesday, the Lakers released their injury report hours before Wednesday’s game against the Clippers with Luka included on it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Ziaire Williams Out Vs. Clippers
Luka Doncic (back tightness) and Ziaire Williams (left foot soreness) are listed as out for the Los Angeles Lakers contest against the L.A. Clippers on Wednesday night.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Pinpoints Problem Hurting Team on Both Ends
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the season on Tuesday night to the Portland Trail Blazers, 136-129. The Lakers put up 129 points, which is more than enough to win an NBA game; however, they allowed the most points they have allowed this season.
Collin Sexton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Collin Sexton keeps it real on taking leadership role in 1st Lakers season
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers revamped their roster in the offseason, one of the players they targeted early was veteran guard Collin Sexton.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Ziaire Williams Doesn’t Believe He Deserved Flopping Technical
One of the points of emphasis for NBA officials this season is punishing players flopping on the court by assessing technical fouls to the offenders. And that showed itself in the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest against the Portland Trail Blazers with three flopping technicals being assessed, including one to Lakers forward Ziaire Williams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 28
JJ Redick Faces Backlash Over Luka Doncic Decision as Lakers Star’s Historic Night Ends in Home Defeat to Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers’ unblemished start to the season came to a screeching halt at Crypto.com Arena, as a high-scoring shootout against the Portland Trail Blazers turned into a defensive collapse down the stretch.
Kevon Looney News / NBA Analysis Network / October 28
‘Unplayable’… LA Lakers fans worried about Kevon Looney after struggle in Portland defeat
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the season, defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers. The Portland Trail Blazers fully deserved their 136-129 win at the LA Lakers, keeping up their own unbeaten record at 3-0.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 28
Lakers’ JJ Redick, Walker Kessler Share Blunt Assessment Of LA’s Defense After First Loss In 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers have suffered their first defeat of the 2026-27 regular season after starting the campaign with three consecutive wins. They lost 129-136 to the Portland Trail Blazers at the Crypto.com Arena tonight.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers’ first loss exposes the limits of simply outscoring everybody
Luka Doncic followed a 52-point game with 41 more Tuesday. Austin Reaves added 26. The Lakers still lost. That should tell you where this conversation is headed.
J.J. Redick News / HITC / October 28
‘We have to be able to…’ – JJ Redick’s blunt statement on the one thing the Lakers need after loss
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick had a blunt assessment of what the team needs to deliver every night to keep winning after their first loss of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 28
Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers
This marked the second straight game where L.A. allowed 120 or more points, although the 136 is a season-high through the first four contests of the season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Jazz's two big trades look rough after injury news
The Utah Jazz made it clear they were ending their four-year rebuild last season when they made a blockbuster deal for Jaren Jackson, Jr. But a brutal start to the 2026-27 season could mean another year of misery for the long-suffering Jazz.
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