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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / January 17
Marcus Smart Believes Lakers Need To Play With More Urgency On Defensive End
The Los Angeles Lakers pounced on the chance to sign Marcus Smart in free agency, hoping the veteran would provide a boost on the defensive end. So far, Smart has been as advertised as he plays with a certain edge that the Lakers need in their lineups.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Lakers Undrafted Star Could Head To Jazz In Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers are 171-132 since adding Austin Reaves, the undrafted 6-foot-5 guard out of Arkansas whose Southern twang and rapid evolution have made him one of the most revered and recognizable players on the team.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 17
JJ Redick Acknowledges Opposing Teams Will Give Lakers Their Best Shot Every Night
JJ Redick is finding himself in an uncomfortable position as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. After Thursday’s embarrassing loss to the Charlotte Hornets, L.A.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 17
Watch: Hornets Announcer Calls Luka Doncic A ‘Whiner’
Frustration is mounting for the Los Angeles Lakers as they were blown out by the Charlotte Hornets at home on Thursday night. Luka Doncic and LeBron James showed up offensively, but there was no scoring from the supporting cast, specifically the bench.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 17
LeBron James’ Close Friend Blames JJ Redick for Luka Doncic’s Misery
Defensive lapses have defined the Los Angeles Lakers’ season far too often. Against lower-seeded opponents, breakdowns pile up, star scorers roam freely, and the numbers tell a harsh story with the team sitting in the league’s bottom five in defensive rating.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 17
Calls Mount on LeBron James for Ruining Lakers Culture After Ex-Celtics Star’s Harsh Verdict
Another loss has not only raised questions about the Lakers’ rotation. Now the doubt is on team chemistry. Kendrick Perkins has put the Los Angeles locker room under the microscope and the blame squarely on the leadership.
Kendrick Perkins News / Fadeaway World / January 17
Kendrick Perkins Rips Lakers Amid Struggles: 'That’s Not A Team, That’s A Bunch Of Individuals'
The Los Angeles Lakers are sliding down the standings after a hot start to the 2025-26 NBA season. The Lakers’ latest setback, a 135-117 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, was their fourth defeat in five games, and Kendrick Perkins went off on them on NBA Today on Friday.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / January 17
LeBron James Leads League in Unbelievable Stat at 41
At this point of his career, just about everything LeBron James does is historical. Every time he steps on a basketball court for an NBA game, he breaks his own record as the most tenured player in NBA history.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 16
Trending Trail Blazers could be short-handed vs. lagging Lakers
An organization that employs stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic has lost eight of its past 13 games. Times are not good for the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to bust out of their funk with a visit to play the recently hot Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / January 16
Lakers Announce Deandre Ayton Development on Friday
Deandre Ayton played his part for the Los Angeles Lakers in their last game. The 7-foot center logged 12 points on 6-of-10 shooting, six rebounds, an assist, one steal and one block in 32 minutes of action against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 16
Luka Dončić out, Deandre Ayton, Jaxson Hayes questionable vs. Blazers 
If the Lakers are going to beat the Blazers on Saturday, it’s going to be without their superstar Luka Dončić. The Lakers have ruled Luka out for their game against Portland due to left groin soreness.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 16
Lakers Announce Luka Doncic Injury News on Friday
Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday. Despite Doncic’s strong play — including a 19-point explosion in the first quarter — the Lakers still came up short, 135-117.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 16
Lakers' Austin Reaves' Thoughts on Rich Paul's Trade Comments Surface
Before suffering a calf strain that has kept him sidelined since Christmas Day, Los Angeles Lakers rising star Austin Reaves was having the best season of his NBA career while getting a lot of buzz as a potential candidate to be an All-Star for the first time.
Kendrick Perkins News / The SportsRush / January 16
Kendrick Perkins Lambasts the Lakers: 'Not a Team… Just a Bunch of Individuals'
The Los Angeles Lakers’ season has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. One week, they are stacking wins and it looks like they have found answers to their offensive rhythm and defensive shortcomings.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 16
Lakers 'Bargain' Hunting Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off yet another disappointing loss to one of the worst teams in the NBA, as they couldn't hold off LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 16
Report: Lakers president Rob Pelinka views Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga as fit
The Lakers are once again lurking, and this time the name to watch is Jonathan Kuminga. According to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area, Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka views Kuminga as a strong fit alongside Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15
Report: Lakers have mutual interest with a top defender
The Los Angeles Lakers’ long defensive nightmare may soon be over. The Lakers share mutual interest with New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones on the trade market, Yahoo!
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 15
LeBron James distances himself from Rich Paul's incendiary comments
James addressed a series of recent controversial comments from his agent.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 13
Why this former first-round pick could help the Lakers on both ends
If the Lakers want to build toward a deep playoff run, they'll need to find reliable shooters. While they're expected to be active ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, it seems that the Purple and Gold will look in their backyard first for a potential solution.
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