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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 25
Luka Dončić is hopeful that he can retire a Laker: ‘It’s amazing to be here’ 
Two years ago, no one could have fathomed the idea of Luka Dončić retiring anywhere but Dallas. The Mavericks had built a team capable of making the Finals around him and his fierce loyalty all made it seem like a done deal that he’d be the Dirk Nowitzki successor and play his whole career in Texas.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 25
Austin Reaves Explains Why Lakers Fans Might Embrace Luka Doncic Faster Than LeBron James
The relationship between fans of the Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James was a complex one over his eight seasons with the team. He brought a title to L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 25
JJ Redick Believes Walker Kessler Can Be Even Better For Lakers
Walker Kessler has provided promising returns through two regular season games with the Los Angeles Lakers. He unlocked a new facet for their offense as a reliable lob threat, and his rim deterrence was also on display on Friday night against the L.A.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 25
Lakers Insider Suggests Trading Cameron Carr And Adou Thiero For Immediate Help
Jovan Buha believes the Los Angeles Lakers should consider trading Cameron Carr or Adou Thiero if the return gives them a meaningful upgrade around Luka Doncic.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / October 25
Ziaire Williams Happy To Take On Role Of Lakers’ Point-Of-Attack Defender
Going into the season, arguably the biggest question mark surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers was their perimeter defense and who would guard the point of attack.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 25
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Reveals What Could Be Major Strength This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are poised to return to glory after a full offseason overhaul. The team revamped in a big way, with Luka Doncic at the center of it all.
Jericho Sims News / Lakers Nation / October 25
Bucks Reportedly Wanted Two Second-Round Picks For Jericho Sims But Lakers Offered One
The Los Angeles Lakers overhauled their roster this past offseason, although they weren’t able to address all of their needs. One need that seemingly remains is the backup center position behind Walker Kessler as Kevon Looney has struggled to begin the season.
Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / October 25
Walker Kessler ‘Excited To Compete’ In First Game Against Utah Jazz
Walker Kessler is off to a terrific start with the Los Angeles Lakers and next is what figures to be a hostile environment on Sunday. The Lakers’ first road game of the season is against the Utah Jazz, who traded Kessler to the Lakers during the offseason.
Luka Doncic News / HITC / October 25
Luka Doncic’s Lakers motives questioned after brutal ‘just being lazy’ criticism
Luka Doncic has been accused of using his complaints to referees as an excuse to avoid defensive work, with NBA personality Max Kellerman suggesting the Los Angeles Lakers star is deliberately making life easier for himself.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
Luka Doncic gets honest after two games with Walker Kessler
Luka Doncic is clearly having fun playing alongside the Los Angeles Lakers’ new big man, Walker Kessler. Through two games in the 2026-27 NBA season, Kessler has done nothing but show that he can deliver the goods for the Lakers, and Doncic appreciates that.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 24
JJ Redick Explains Why Walker Kessler Was Perfect Fit for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 2-0 on Friday night after defeating their cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, 125-117. This is the first time the Lakers are 2-0 since the 2010-11 season under head coach Phil Jackson.
Jericho Sims News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 24
Bucks wanted two second round picks from Lakers in Jericho Sims trade
The Lakers’ preseason roster crunch was ultimately solved by cutting Dalton Knecht, an unceremonious end to his once-promising Lakers career. It was also an anticlimactic ending to the team’s search for a solution that didn’t involve just waiving Knecht.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 24
LA Lakers star even more dangerous than Luka Doncic: NBA legends praise ‘video game’ talent
The Los Angeles Lakers are Luka Doncic’s team now. Unless, they are Austin Reaves’ team too. The LA Lakers came out on top against city rivals the LA Clippers, winning a close game 125-117.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 24
Austin Reaves And Walker Kessler Praise Collin Sexton’s Energy In Lakers Debut
After missing all of preseason and the regular season opener with a right soleus strain, Collin Sexton made his Los Angeles Lakers debut in Friday night’s win over the L.A.
Walker Kessler News / Field Level Media / October 24
Lakers, Walker Kessler put undefeated start up against Jazz
Walker Kessler is thriving after two games with the Los Angeles Lakers and will get a chance to show off his form against his former team, the Utah Jazz, on Sunday at Salt Lake City.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / October 24
Luka Doncic Reveals When He Felt He Belonged With The Lakers; Hopes To Retire With The Team
Luka Doncic is loving life with the Los Angeles Lakers now, but he wasn’t too happy when he arrived in February 2025. Doncic was in shock over the Dallas Mavericks‘ decision to trade him, and it would be a while before he’d get over it and fully embrace being a Laker.
Matisse Thybulle News / Lakers Nation / October 24
Matisse Thybulle Appreciates Having Clear Role Catered To His Strengths
Matisse Thybulle entered free agency as a premier perimeter defender, and the Los Angeles Lakers saw the value he can provide. Despite offensive limitations, Thybulle fills a wing need and should have a significant role this season despite signing a minimum contract.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24
Lakers ride 39-point 3rd quarter to surge past Clippers
Austin Reaves scored 28 points and added nine assists while Luka Doncic recorded 23 points as the Los Angeles Lakers used a third-quarter surge to stay perfect through two games with a 125-117 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Clippers on Friday.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 24
Lakers explored Dalton Knecht trade with Jazz, others
The Lakers tried to find a trade for Dalton Knecht before cutting him loose. Finding a team willing to take him at an acceptable price was another matter.
Dalton Knecht News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Dalton Knecht has signed with a new team after being released by Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers waived former first-round pick Dalton Knecht ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, but the ex-Tennessee Volunteers star has now landed with a new team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 22
NBA TV broadcasters may have a Warriors problem
The NBA scheduled the Golden State Warriors for 28 nationally-televised games this season. After an embarrassing performance in their season opener, that's looking like a poor decision.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 22
Stephen Curry facing harsh reality after Lakers' blowout win over Warriors
After striking out on big-name targets in the offseason and bringing back a similar roster from last year, the Warriors seem stuck.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 20
Dalton Knecht getting waived proves the Lakers are changing their standards
The decision to cut ties with Knecht reflects an overdue awareness on the part of the Lakers to be more careful with building the roster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 19
Major Lakers problem under Rob Pelinka can't be ignored after Dalton Knecht release
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka's glaring blind spot can no longer be ignored.
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