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LeBron James Loses Exclusive Spot After Cooper Flagg's Big Game

The Dallas Mavericks made it three wins in a row on Wednesday night, and it was thanks in large part to another strong performance from rookie sensation Cooper Flagg.

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Apple & Spectrum SportsNet Bringing Select Lakers Games In Apple Immersive

Apple and Spectrum SportsNet have partnered to bring select Los Angeles Lakers games in Apple Immersive during the 2025-2026 NBA season after more than one year of development.

J.J. Redick News / Athlon Sports / December 4

J.J. Redick Had Words on Lakers' Lack of Physicality

The Lakers' physicality was called into question J.J. Redick had words on the topic Lakers face Raptors today The Los Angeles Lakers are an intriguing mix of youth and experience, a team that retooled this offseason in hopes of keeping pace with and surpassing the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 4

Candace Parker Breaks Down Why She Ranks Michael Jordan Over Kobe Bryant and LeBron James

Candace Parker had her answer loaded right up when asked about who the GOAT between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James is. It is a debate many analysts struggle with, and sometimes they share frankly shocking or bizarre answers on.

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How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / The SportsRush / December 4

Candace Parker Raises One Crucial Question LeBron James Has to Consider About Protecting His Legacy

LeBron James, for the first time in his career, is facing “washed” allegations, with his tired-looking performance against the Phoenix Suns confirming for many that his best days could finally behind him.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Chandler Parsons Slams Lakers' LeBron James for Suns Game Decision

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James continued one of the most unbreakable records in sports with his 1,297th consecutive game with 10 or more points in Monday night's loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / December 3

Lakers Announce Luka Doncic News on Wednesday

The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a strong start in their first full season with superstar Luka Doncic operating as the facilitator of the offense. The 26-year-old Slovenian guard has played at an elite level in the 2025–26 campaign, helping the Lakers to a 15–5 record.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers are listing Luka Doncic (personal) and Marcus Smart (lower back injury management) as out for the team’s contest against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 3

Former Laker Elden Campbell, dies at 57

Elden Campbell, a 15-year NBA veteran who played with the Lakers for the first eight and a half seasons of his career, has died at age 57. The cause of his death is currently not known.

Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 3

Rui Hachimura felt the Lakers didn’t play as together in loss to Suns

There weren’t many Lakers highlights in their contest against the Suns, but Rui Hachimura was essentially not involved offensively at all. Hachimura had just one shot attempt in the game, which is shocking considering he averages 10 per game.

Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Magic Johnson & Other Lakers React To Death Of Elden Campbell

The entire Los Angeles Lakers family was devastated to learn of the passing of former center Elden Campbell at the age of 57 years old. The cause of death is currently unknown, but Campbell was a beloved member of the Lakers during his time with the team in the 1990s.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Lakers ‘One Trade Away’ From Contending, NBA Insider Claims

The Los Angeles Lakers saw their seven-game win streak snap Monday night with a 125-108 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Their offense had its worst performance since facing Oklahoma City in mid-November, when they put up just 92 points.

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Jarred Vanderbilt News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 3

Rotation Trust Level: Is it time for Jarred Vanderbilt to get another chance?

The biggest story of the last week-plus of the Lakers’ rotation, outside of the short-term injury to Marcus Smart, has been Jarred Vanderbilt. Once a key piece of a rotation that made the Western Conference Finals, Vando has been on the outside looking in for the last six games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Watch: LeBron James Calls Nikola Jokic Most Dominant & Complete Player He’s Played Against

LeBron James wants to finish career competing for championships, and he might get that opportunity with the Los Angeles after a strong start to the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Former Lakers Center Passes Away at Age 57

A former 1990s-era Los Angeles Lakers big man has died far too young. Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times reports that ex-NBA center Elden Campbell has passed away, of unknown causes, at age 57.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Scoop B / December 3

AR-15’s Rise: Austin Reaves on Lakers, LeBron James & Luka Dončić Dynamics, and Arkansas Hoops Royalty

The story of Austin Reaves is a potent blend of small-town humility and big-stage confidence, a narrative that has captivated the Los Angeles Lakers fanbase and the wider NBA community.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Former Lakers Center Elden Campbell Dies At Age 57

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Elden Campbell has died at the age of 57, according to a report from the L.A. Times. Campbell was 57 years of age and the cause of the death is not known.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 3

Former Lakers Center Elden Campbell Passes Away At 57

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Elden Campbell reportedly passed away at the age of 57. While little is known about the cause of death, the former Lakers and Pistons big man was certainly a memorable personality in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

JJ Redick looked upset at LeBron James for laughing with Suns players during Lakers blowout

JJ Redick could not hide his annoyance with LeBron James on Monday as the Los Angeles Lakers were getting blown out by the Phoenix Suns. The Lakers trailed the Suns 94-73 with about a minute left in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 2

JJ Redick Explains Why Jarred Vanderbilt Has Been Out Of Rotation

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt enjoyed the first healthy offseason he’s had in years, setting him up to be an important part of head coach JJ Redick’s rotation for the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Lakers’ Seven-Game Winning Streak: Five Reasons Behind Surge

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have regained their identity with a decisive run of form. Their latest win over the Pelicans pushed the Lakers’ winning streak to a seven-game peak, marking their longest stretch of success since an eight-game burst earlier in the year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 1