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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 3
LeBron James Makes His Needs Clear To Jarred Vanderbilt Amid Injury Woes
Praise for Jarred Vanderbilt in LakeShow is usually in short supply. In his seventh season, fans are yet to see definitive improvement from him. Some even question why JJ Redick puts him in the rotation.
LeBron James News / The SportsRush / January 3
'Get Downhill': Luka Dončić Explains How He and LeBron James Seized Control in Crucial Win vs. Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers steadied themselves on Friday night, responding to a humbling blowout loss to the Detroit Pistons by taking control against the Memphis Grizzlies.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Lakers start new year by being just good enough
The Lakers needed a response after a rough December, and Friday offered one. Not perfect. Not smooth. But good enough. Los Angeles opened the new year with a 128-121 home win over the short-handed Grizzlies, improving to 21-11 in a game that felt far more unstable than the final score suggests.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Jake Laravia News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 3
Jake LaRavia was a star in his role in Lakers win over Grizzlies 
LOS ANGELES — There are a handful of players who are more important to LA’s success this season than Jake LaRavia, but on Friday night, he took center stage for the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 3
LeBron James Makes NBA History During Lakers-Grizzlies
Every time LeBron James steps foot on a basketball court, he creates history. As the oldest current NBA player, James continues to add to his already illustrious playing career on a nightly basis.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / January 3
Luka Doncic, LeBron James carry Lakers in win vs. Grizzlies
Luka Doncic scored 34 points with eight assists and LeBron James added 31 points with nine rebounds as the host Los Angeles Lakers finished off a 128-121 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 3
Lakers pull away late to beat Grizzlies
The Lakers take the first of two straight matchups against the Memphis Grizzlies with a 128-121 victory on Friday night. LA jumped to an early eight-point lead.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 3
Lakers Close Out Grizzlies To Begin 2026 On High Note
After a rough month of December, the Los Angeles Lakers were looking to get back on track to start the new year when they hosted the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.
Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / January 2
Lakers Announce Dalton Knecht Decision After Playing 12 Minutes in Last 3 Games
After a considerably noteworthy rookie campaign, Los Angeles Lakers small forward Dalton Knecht saw his role in head coach JJ Redick’s rotation decrease this season.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / January 2
Jarred Vanderbilt Available Vs. Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that forward Jarred Vanderbilt (right leg soreness) has been upgraded to available for Friday night’s contest against the Memphis Grizzlies after originally being listed as questionable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2
Lakers’ unexpected leader emerges amid fluctuating role
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have battled a wave of injury issues through the first couple of months of the regular season, resulting in fluctuating roles for some of the players on the roster.
Adou Thiero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2
How Adou Thiero is adjusting to Lakers rookie season
The Los Angeles Lakers came into the 2025 NBA Draft without a first-round pick, but by the end of the night, they felt like they had a first-round talent on their hands.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 2
LeBron James Reveals Advice He Would Give To 18-Year Old Self
The life and career of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is truly something that no one will ever witness or experience ever again. From being
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2
Zach Lowe predicts Austin Reaves resigns with Lakers but still may be traded
While Los Angeles Lakers’ Austin Reaves future with the team remains uncertain, NBA analyst Zach Lowe predicts he will re-sign, but isn’t ruling out a trade in the near future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 2
Luka Doncic Has ‘Learned A Lot’ Playing Alongside LeBron James
The moment the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, they were pairing two of the greatest playmakers the NBA has ever seen. LeBron James is undoubtedly one of the greatest passers in the history of the league while Doncic is one of the true premier playmakers of this generation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 1
Lakers' Adou Thiero to be reevaluated in four weeks for MCL sprain
The injury comes at an unfortunate time for Thiero, who may have been able to increase his role with the short-handed Lakers.
Deandre Ayton News / Last Word On Sports / January 2
The Lakers Have A Quiet DeAndre Ayton Problem That’s Getting Louder
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be spiraling with no clear end in sight. Their 106–128 loss to Detroit on Tuesday marked their fourth straight defeat.
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