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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Hoops Wire / February 10
Lakers’ LeBron James ineligible for postseason awards for first time
The Lakers will be seriously shorthanded Tuesday night in San Antonio, and that might be underselling it. Los Angeles will be without Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain), LeBron James (left foot arthritis), Austin Reaves (left calf injury management), and Marcus Smart (right ankle soreness), the team announced.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / February 10
LeBron James (foot) out; ineligible for awards, All-NBA honors
Los Angeles Lakers standout LeBron James will miss Tuesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs due to left foot arthritis, an absence that makes him ineligible for All-NBA recognition and major awards this season.
The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz
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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.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / February 10
Lakers Share Marcus Smart Injury Development Before Spurs Game
Marcus Smart and the Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a 119-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. The Lakers hosted the defending champs at Crypto.com Arena but came up short.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / February 10
LeBron James’ incredible 21-season streak is coming to an end
One of LeBron James’ most remarkable NBA accomplishments is officially coming to an end this year. The Los Angeles Lakers ruled James out for their game against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday due to left foot arthritis.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / February 10
Lakers' LeBron James officially ineligible for awards; historic All-NBA streak to end
James’ numbers this season — 21.8 points, 6.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game on 50.2% shooting — are a step down from the ones he has put up in recent years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 10
Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart Out Vs. Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs and Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain), LeBron James (left foot arthritis), Austin Reaves (left calf injury management) and Marcus Smart (right ankle soreness) are all listed as out.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 10
Alex Caruso Discusses Challenge Of Guarding Former Teammate LeBron James
Alex Caruso was back in L.A. on Monday night as his Oklahoma City Thunder faced the Los Angeles Lakers. Caruso has been in and out of the lineup this season, but made it back to face LeBron James and company.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 10
Did the Lakers do enough at the trade deadline? 
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Lead / February 10
Lakers Must Pivot to Free Agency After Uneventful Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers are failing to uphold their standards as one of the most prestigious teams in the NBA. Now halfway through the season, it’s clear the Lakers are struggling to find their identity.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / February 10
Austin Reaves Admits Frustration With Officiating Affected Play Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers lost on Monday night to the Oklahoma City Thunder. L.A. kept it close throughout, but fell apart in the fourth quarter and were outworked by the championship-tested Thunder while both teams were without their MVP candidates in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic.
Kobe Bryant News / EssentiallySports / February 10
Michael Jordan Played No Role in Kobe Bryant’s Surprise Career Move, Confirms Lakers Legend
For years, one assumption followed Kobe Bryant’s most symbolic decision. When he switched from No. 8 to No. 24, the basketball world believed it was a message aimed directly at Michael Jordan.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 10
Defensive-Minded Bigs Viewed as ‘Realistic Possibilities’ for Lakers
The Lakers managed to plug a few holes at the trade deadline, but one position that has faced heavy scrutiny is at center. While Deandre Ayton has been
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Ball Exclusives / February 10
REPORT: Lakers to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo in offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers made a huge splash on February 2, 2025, when they traded for superstar Luka Doncic. LA has another superstar they plan to add to their roster this summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 10
LeBron James shares brutally honest assessment of Lakers after loss to Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers couldn't keep their foot on the gas in their latest matchup with the reigning NBA champions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 10
JJ Redick: Lakers Happy To Get Kobe Bufkin On NBA Roster
Without many future draft picks in their war chest, the Los Angeles Lakers have to find and develop young talent whenever they can get it. The Lakers have done well in the latter parts of the NBA Draft and undrafted free agency, but they’ve also been good about utilizing their G League affiliate South Bay to take swings on players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 9
JJ Redick Reveals Why Lakers Signed Kobe Bufkin
After the NBA trade deadline came and went last week, with the Los Angeles Lakers acquiring sharpshooter Luke Kennard, there was some speculation brewing about the team targeting some players on the buyout market to fill Los Angeles' 15th and final roster spot.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 9
Notable update emerges about Rob Pelinka’s job status
Rob Pelinka may be fighting for his job over the next few months. The Los Angeles Lakers general manager Pelinka could be fired if the team does not make a deep playoff run this season, Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reported on Monday.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Luka Doncic Makes Off-Court Announcement Amid Second Season With Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has continued to elevate his profile in his second season with the organization. With the Dallas Mavericks now shifting into a rebuild just a year after trading him, the move increasingly looks like the franchise’s biggest mistake.
Luke Kennard News / Fadeaway World / February 9
Draymond Green On Lakers Acquiring Luke Kennard: 'Defensively, How Do You Survive It'
Draymond Green didn’t mince words when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to acquire Luke Kennard. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, Green framed the move as a clear offensive upgrade while raising a blunt, unavoidable question about the other end of the floor.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 9
Rob Pelinka hints at Lakers offseason blueprint inspired by Dodgers’ success
Pelinka opened up about how the Lakers plan to follow the Dodgers' blueprint as they rebuild their basketball operations.
Luke Kennard News / Hoops Wire / February 9
Lakers’ Luke Kennard: ‘I will shoot it. I will be aggressive’
The Lakers may have only made one move at the deadline, but they believe it was the right one. Los Angeles sent Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to Atlanta in exchange for Luke Kennard, a deal the Lakers viewed as a clear upgrade in shooting.
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