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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 25
Luka Doncic Takes Blame for Lakers Loss After LeBron James Avoids Accountability
The Los Angeles Lakers lost a nail-biter to the Orlando Magic tonight, losing 110-109 with a failed attempt at a buzzer-beater. The team ran an out-of-bounds play to get superstar Luka Doncic the ball, but he hesitated after catching the ball, leading to a rushed pass to LeBron James and a brick thrown up at the buzzer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 25
NBA fans react to LeBron James linking up with Justin Bieber during LA Lakers’ recent game
LeBron James was spotted linking up with Justin Bieber during the LA Lakers’ narrow loss to the Orlando Magic, and NBA fans quickly flooded social media with reactions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 25
LeBron James, JJ Redick Question Luka Doncic’s Final Play Decision in Magic Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers lost a nail-biter to the Orlando Magic tonight, missing a potential game-winner at the buzzer to let the Magic sneak away with a 110-109 win.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
The Lakers can’t find offensive rhythm 
LOS ANGELES — While the Lakers have their big three of LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves healthy and available, it hasn’t been smooth sailing.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Lakers’ plan for Rob Pelinka amid new ownership, business ops president
The Los Angeles Lakers made a change in leadership earlier this season, with longtime owner of the franchise Jeanie Buss deciding to sell the majority shares of the franchise to Mark Walter, who is now instituting some changes to the team’s brain trust.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 25
Luka Doncic Explains Final Possession Against Magic
Following an embarrassing loss to the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers needed a big response from Luka Doncic when they took on the Orlando Magic to finish out their eight-game homestand.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Magic
The Lakers had one of the more odd streaks come to an end this season. Despite being a very average team for the season, the Lakers were undefeated when leading into the fourth.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Lakers’ loss to Magic snaps crazy 25-game streak in 2025-26
The Los Angeles Lakers have not been too inspiring this season in terms of being a legitimate title contender, as their defense has been too poor for long stretches that it’s hard to believe that they can cobble together a defense that is good enough to compete especially in the loaded West.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
JJ Redick hits Lakers with ‘work in progress’ truth bomb after Magic loss
Battles between the Los Angeles Lakers and Orlando Magic in Crypto.com Arena have a tendency to go right down to the wire, and their contest on Tuesday night was no different.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Lakers’ Austin Reaves connects with LeBron James for insane transition lob
LeBron James played some of his greatest hits for the fans in Crypto.com Arena during Tuesday’s showdown with the Orlando Magic. After breaking out his signature chase-down block in the first half, he linked up with Los Angeles Lakers teammate Austin Reaves for a crowd-igniting dunk in the third quarter.
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.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
Magic storm back in second half, hand Lakers second straight defeat
For the first time this season, the Lakers lost when leading after three quarters, falling to the Magic at home on Tuesday, 110-109. A putback layup from Wendell Carter Jr.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 25
Lakers Lose Close One To Magic
Coming off a disappointing loss to the rival Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to get back on track on Tuesday night when they welcomed the Orlando Magic to town.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25
NBA analyst rips into Luka Doncic for whining after ‘every f—ing play’
Veteran NBA writer Zach Lowe is sick and tired of watching Luka Doncic complain to the referees. The Ringer analyst went at the Los Angeles Lakers star during a recent episode of his podcast alongside guest host Michael Pina.
Rob Pelinka News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 25
Lakers Give Major Update on Rob Pelinka's Future With Team
Earlier this month, news surfaced that the Los Angeles Lakers would be shaking things up in the team’s front office, aiming to model it after the Los Angeles Dodgers now that the team is under new ownership, with Mark Walter taking over for the Buss family.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Lakers’ Lon Rosen Comments on Pelinka’s Future, Magic’s Return
The more things change, the more they stay the same…sort of. Lon Rosen, the Lakers’ newest President of Business Operations, held a press conference Tuesday afternoon, providing clarity on the front office’s future and Rob Pelinka’s status.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 24
The LeBron James-like ability Lakers lose amid Jaxson Hayes injury
LOS ANGELES – Just when the Los Angeles Lakers were starting to get 100 percent healthy, they were hit another injury update, this time to backup center Jaxson Hayes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 24
Lakers President Lon Rosen Makes Rob Pelinka Decision Amid NBA Season
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired a new president of business operations, and his first order of business is to keep the front office's structure intact.
Jaxson Hayes News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 24
Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Ruled Out for Matchup With Magic
During Sunday's game against the arch-rival Boston Celtics, veteran center Jaxson Hayes of the Los Angeles Lakers went down with a sprained ankle and didn't return to the game.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / February 24
Rui Hachimura Emphasizes Need For More Ball Movement
The Los Angeles Lakers were built with a relatively clear identity, and that was to be an elite offense. It was the only option for a team built around Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and a 41-year-old LeBron James, with Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia as key role players.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 24
LeBron James Reacts To Reaching 43,000 Career Points
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has accomplished so much in his illustrious career that it’s easy to forget that he currently holds the record for most points scored in NBA history.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 23
Former Lakers Star Makes Bold Claim About LA's Ceiling This Season
With 26 regular-season games to go during the 2025-26 campaign, there are a lot of questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers and how far this team, led by the star trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James, can go once the NBA playoffs get underway on April 18.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 23
Lakers Notes: Cap math, Kawhi scenarios, offseason targets
The Lakers’ financial picture could shift quickly depending on decisions from Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart. As Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron outlines, those player options and cap holds will dictate just how aggressive L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 23
Lakers set themselves up for cap flexibility, and a wide-open summer
The Lakers didn’t make a splash at the trade deadline, and that was very much the point. According to Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron, Los Angeles’ decision to sit tight has positioned the franchise for a potentially aggressive — and flexible — summer.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 23
LeBron James makes history twice in Lakers' loss to Celtics
On a historic day for LeBron James and the Lakers, Los Angeles fell to their rival Boston Celtics, 111-89.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 22
Lakers tickets could see massive price hike after franchise sale
The Los Angeles Lakers sent out season-ticket renewal forms this week, and the price increases made it pretty clear where Mark Walter wants to take his $10 billion investment.
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