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Cavs, NBA revisiting Rocket Arena court after Luka Doncic fall

The Cavaliers and the NBA are set to meet about the raised court at Rocket Arena, according to Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Translation: This thing is officially back on the league’s radar.

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'Wouldn’t Call It a Mickey Mouse Ring': Danny Green on if Kawhi Leonard Won Bubble Title Instead of LeBron James

Remember COVID? Somehow it feels like a million years ago but also yesterday that we were all caught up in the pandemic that shut the world down in 2020.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 30

The Cavs are fixing their court after Luka Dončić injury scare

Luka Dončić was almost seriously hurt in LA’s loss in Cleveland. He took a stepback three and fell because the floor was raised, injuring his ankle. This is an uncommon scenario in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 30

Discussing ‘General Framework’ On De’Andre Hunter Trade With Cavaliers

With the NBA trade deadline just around the corner on Feb. 5, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking for ways to upgrade their roster. It’s no secret they can use a 3-and-D wing, and one name who could fit that billing, in theory, is De’Andre Hunter of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 30

Are Lakers close to trading for former top-five pick?

The former No. 4 pick has been tangled up in trade rumors.

Lakers' Luka Doncic in question as road trip continues at Wizards

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LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 30

LeBron James Gifts Game Jersey To Mother Following Return To Cleveland

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James played in what could be his final game in Cleveland on Wednesday night in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. James was born in nearby Akron, Ohio and played 11 seasons for the Cavaliers, bringing the franchise its lone NBA Championship in 2016.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

Insider Reveals Lakers Offer For $95 Million Wing

LOS ANGELES — With the trade deadline less than a week away, the Los Angeles Lakers remain as active as ever on the trade market. To address their need for a two-way wing, the Lakers have turned to De’Andre Hunter and a Cavs insider has revealed the details of their trade offer.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 30

Bronny James Debuts New Signature Nike Logo

The Los Angeles Lakers’ return to Cleveland wasn’t just a return home for superstar LeBron James, but also a return for his son Bronny James, who, like his father, was also born in nearby Akron, Ohio.

LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / January 30

LeBron James Joins Cavs in Proposed Trade as $46M Star Ends Lakers’ Long-Term Problem

A return to Cleveland stirred more than just memories for LeBron James. It also exposed a hard truth. The LA Lakers suffered a 30-point blowout loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers (18th defeat of the season), and their grip on a safe playoff spot appears to be slipping.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / January 30

Lakers' Luka Doncic in question as road trip continues at Wizards

The Los Angeles Lakers continue a season-long eight-game road swing on Friday when they take to the nation's capital to face the Washington Wizards. Los Angeles fell to 3-2 on its eight-game, 14-day odyssey with a 129-99 blowout loss at Cleveland on Wednesday.

Dalton Knecht News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 30

Lakers have discussed De’Andre Hunter trade, Cavs intrigued by Dalton Knecht

The Lakers’ search for a wing could take them to an interesting landing spot. If LA is set on landing a 3-and-D wing at the trade deadline, it’s going to come with some caveats.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / January 30

NBA Announces Emergency Meeting With Cavs After Luka Doncic Injury: 3 Potential Fixes for Raised Court

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic narrowly dodged a serious injury on Wednesday night. Everyone caught the moment when he stumbled in the first quarter after backpedaling off the Cleveland Cavaliers’ court in Rocket Arena.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 30

Austin Reaves Gets Luka Doncic, LeBron James Love Amid Lakers Return Buzz

An endorsement from LeBron James and Luka Doncic doesn’t come lightly – especially when it happens away from the court. While Austin Reaves remains sidelined with a calf injury, the Lakers guard has still found a way to command attention, drawing a public reaction from both of his superstar teammates.