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On YouTubeJarred Vanderbilt News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27
Jarred Vanderbilt’s brutally honest assessment of Lakers’ struggles
LOS ANGELES – The recent struggles for the Los Angeles Lakers continued following their 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets on Christmas. The Lakers losing streak hit three games, and head coach JJ Redick was unable to hide his frustrations amid repeated effort and execution issues.
Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / December 27
Ex-All-Star Believes JJ Redick Does Not Command Respect of Lakers Players After 2 Blowout Losses
When JJ Redick was hired to be the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, many felt he got the job because LeBron James had vouched for him. Many fans and media labeled the former shooting guard as someone who benefited from hosting a podcast with the four-time champion, as he had no formal coaching experience to speak of.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Lakers Around the Web
Austin Reaves News / Field Level Media / December 26
Lakers' Austin Reaves out at least 4 weeks due to calf injury
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves will miss at least four weeks with a Grade 2 left calf strain, the team announced Thursday night. Reaves, who has a career-high average of 26.6 points per game, did not play during the second half of Los Angeles' 119-96 home loss to the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
J.J. Redick News / Athlon Sports / December 26
JJ Redick, Lakers Receive Unfortunate News After Loss to Rockets
JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers lost Austin Reaves to an injury in their highly anticipated Christmas Day matchup against the Houston Rockets, and they will have to get used to life without him.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / December 26
Lakers’ Reaves Out At Least Four Weeks With Grade 2 Calf Strain
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a grade 2 left gastrocnemius strain and will miss at least four weeks, which is the next time he’ll be reevaluated, the team announced Friday (Twitter link via Dan Woike of The Athletic).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Lakers get brutal injury news on guard Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves might not be back in action again until close to the All-Star break.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / December 26
Austin Reaves To Be Re-Evaluated In 4 Weeks
The Los Angeles Lakers announced guard Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a grade 2 left gastrocnemius strain. He will be re-evaluated in approximately four weeks.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Former NBA Coach of the Year rips Luka Doncic over his play style
Luka Doncic has already addressed his weight, but his style of play is still apparently offensive to some. Former NBA head coach Sam Mitchell appeared Friday on SiriusXM NBA Radio.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / December 26
Watch: Luka Doncic Surprises Fans With Shoes & Gift Packages On Christmas Day
After sitting out one game, Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic was back on the court on Christmas Day to take on the Houston Rockets. Unfortunately, the Lakers fans didn’t get to witness a victory, but multiple fans in attendance got an extremely special experience thanks to Doncic himself.
J.J. Redick News / Hoops Wire / December 26
JJ Redick: Lakers ‘don’t care enough’ after blowout loss to Rockets
Lakers coach JJ Redick didn’t sugarcoat it after Thursday’s 23-point loss to the Rockets. In fact, he questioned whether his team is taking winning seriously at all.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Kendrick Perkins takes aim at JJ Redick
Kendrick Perkins has heard enough from JJ Redick after the Los Angeles Lakers coach’s strong reaction to the team’s loss on Thursday. Perkins accused Redick of deflecting blame after the Lakers’ 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 26
NBA insider drops ‘no chance’ verdict on LA Lakers, there’s only one solution to end their woes
The Los Angeles Lakers’ poor form continues as the year comes to a close. The Los Angeles Lakers failed to impress during their NBA Christmas Day battle against the Houston Rockets.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / December 26
Jarred Vanderbilt Discusses How Lakers Can Play With More Consistent Energy & Effort
The same issues have been present for the Los Angeles Lakers this entire season, despite an inflated 19-10 record. L.A. simply does not have enough players that have speed and athleticism, and they don’t appear to have enough players with a care factor to try and overcome that.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 26
JJ Redick sends serious message to Lakers in brutal rant
The retired sharpshooter put his players on blast.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26
Kendrick Perkins blasts Lakers’ JJ Redick for LeBron James, Luka Doncic’s shortcomings
The Los Angeles Lakers stumbled on Christmas Day, losing 119-96 to the Houston Rockets in front of a packed house at Crypto. Afterward, JJ Redick was not happy and alluded that the team did not seem to care about the contest.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 26
Jake LaRavia Hints At A Potential Disconnect In Lakers Locker Room; Jarred Vanderbilt Lists Real Problems
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered yet another defeat on Thursday, with the Houston Rockets blowing them out 119-96 at Crypto.com Arena. This was the Lakers’ third straight loss, and forward Jake LaRavia was asked postgame why the team isn’t together on both ends of the floor.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 26
Lakers play like Grinches on Christmas for third straight loss
Christmas is supposed to be the time for giving and sharing. That's not how the Los Angeles Lakers have treated the ball this holiday season.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 25
Rockets give Lakers coal in Christmas night blowout
Amen Thompson scored 26 points and Kevin Durant added 25 as the visiting Houston Rockets led wire-to-wire in a 119-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in a Christmas Day matchup on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 25
Lakers Hall of Famer Sends Strong Message to LeBron James Ahead of 2026 Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers will face a major existential question going into the 2026 offseason regarding one of their star players. For the first time in his Lakers' career, star forward LeBron James is playing on an expiring contract, meaning he has a few options once the 2025-26 season reaches its conclusion.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 24
Suns' Dillon Brooks gets his revenge on LeBron James
Brooks and James have had a mostly one-sided rivalry since the 2023 playoffs.
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