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Deandre Ayton ‘110 Percent’ Bought In To Lakers After Self-Reflection

The Deandre Ayton experience with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a roller coaster ride as he has, at times, been exactly what the team has needed, but other times has barely been noticeable on the court.

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Deandre Ayton makes brutally honest admission about his effort

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton seemingly confirmed what many have said about his effort in recent weeks. Ayton said he had something of an epiphany earlier this week amid a temporarily reduced role and realized he was not fulfilling his role with the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 18

JJ Redick Believes LeBron James Being ‘Third-Highest-Used Player’ Is Best For Lakers

Year 23 has been a different one from LeBron James because for the first time in his career, he isn’t the best player on his own team. The Los Angeles Lakers have pivoted to Luka Doncic as the franchise’s current and future face, while Austin Reaves has ascended into a legitimate superstar on the offensive end.

Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / March 18

LeBron James Still Surprises Himself In One Regard

It seems like it has been said so many times over the past couple of years, but Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to make plays that should be impossible for a player at his age and at this stage of his career.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 18

Kendrick Perkins Shares Strong Take About Lakers' Luka Doncic Making All-NBA First Team

The Los Angeles Lakers are sitting No. 3 in the Western Conference with a 43-25 record despite experts casting major doubts on their roster's ability to affect winning at a high-level due to flaws in the construction of the roster around Luka Doncic.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / March 18

Austin Reaves Discusses Possible Adjustments For Lakers’ Rematch With Rockets

In a bit of a scheduling oddity, the Los Angeles Lakers must face the Houston Rockets in back-to-back contests, both of which are on the road. The Lakers pulled out a gritty 100-92 win in the first game thanks in large part to their defense as they struggled offensively, especially Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 18

Tom Brady reveals if LeBron James could play for more than 20 years in the NFL

Tom Brady has revealed whether LeBron James could have lasted over 20 years in the NFL, offering a clear view on the NBA star’s durability. The discussion came as part of a wider conversation around elite longevity in sport, something both Brady and LeBron have defined in their respective careers.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / March 18

LeBron James Stars As Golfer In Nike Powerbeats Pro 2 Commercial

From the moment Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James entered the NBA back in 2003, he has been one of the most closely watched, monitored and scrutinized athletes this world has ever seen.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

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The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 18

LeBron James Signs Young Fan’s Shoe After Dad Heartwarmingly Reminds Him to Say 'Please'

People can say whatever they want about LeBron James, but one thing that is for certain is that he is a family man. The King is a father to three kids: Bronny, Bryce, and his daughter Zhuri and is 23 years strong with his wife, Savannah, whom he married back in 2013.

Bronny James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

Exclusive: Bronny James reveals ‘bucket’ mentality amid Lakers-G League shuffle

Last season as a rookie, the plan was always for Bronny James to spend plenty of time with the Los Angeles Lakers’ South Bay affiliate in the G League.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 17

Lakers Legend Stunned as Luka Doncic Ties Him in Surprising Feat

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now, and one of the main reasons for the team’s recent success, winning six straight games, is the play of superstar guard Luka Doncic.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 17

JJ Redick was impressed with ‘terrific defensive second half’ against Rockets

For much of the season, the Lakers were rightly seen as a team built to outscore teams and rely on offense. With LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves on the floor, the belief was that the team would be dominant offensively and ride that to success this year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Nike Announces New Product Featuring LeBron James

LeBron James, 41, is in the middle of his record 23rd NBA season -- and despite missing the first 14 games with sciatica on his right side, he hasn't shown

Deandre Ayton News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 17

Deandre Ayton came up big yet again in Lakers win over Rockets

The Deandre Ayton era in Los Angeles has been a rollercoaster ride. In the best moments, Ayton has been as joyful as anyone on the team and a walking double-double.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 17

Rockets' Kevin Durant-centered offense sputtering in big moments

Durant may say he's the offense, but if opposing teams can keep him in check, that offense needs to expand to other players.

Kevin Durant lost his marbles after Reed Sheppard dunked on Lakers

Luka Doncic puts up 36 as Lakers power past Rockets

LeBron James’ retirement decision looms as NBA insider predicts future

The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 17

Report: Lakers looking to re-sign Luke Kennard after season

The Lakers may not be done with Luke Kennard after this season. In fact, Los Angeles has strong interest in re-signing the veteran shooter this offseason, according to Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 17

NBA Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Grizzlies, relocation, Lakers

No Joel Embiid. No Tyrese Maxey. No Paul George. Yet the Sixers have won three of their last four, leaning heavily on young pieces like VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes and Justin Edwards, as noted by Tony Jones of The Athletic.

Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

Lakers’ Marcus Smart reflects on playing with ‘glass in hand’ after nearly losing it in punching incident

When the Los Angeles Lakers signed free agent Marcus Smart over the summer, they reeled in a veteran determined to prove he could still compete for a championship contender.

Maria Sharapova responds to a personal question about viral photo with Luka Doncic

At 6-foot-8, Luka Doncic can dwarf non-basketball people, but not tennis legend Maria Sharapova. Although Sharapova is several inches shorter than Doncic

Paul Pierce News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 17

Paul Pierce Drops Bold Lakers Claim That Could Age Very Quickly

As the regular season inches closer to a close, the Los Angeles Lakers are positioning themselves toward securing a higher playoff seed. The Lakers are trending in the right direction, having won nine of their last 10 games, including their last six straight after edging past the Houston Rockets 100-92 on Monday night.