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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 21
Jason Day issued a brutal verdict on LeBron James’ golf swing back in 2018
LeBron James is unquestionably in the conversation when it comes to the greatest basketball players of all time. No one has scored more points in NBA history than James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 21
Former Lakers Guard Signs with Greek Team, Weeks After Shock Arrest
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley, who spent the first part of the 2022-23 season with the Los Angeles Lakers, has signed with the Greek team PAOK BC, the team announced in a press release on Friday.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 21
Lakers Head Into Christmas Week With Several Injury Concerns, What Does It Mean & When Could Players Return
Every professional sports league has a period in its schedule where teams aren’t playing their best, and right now the NBA is right in the middle of that period (December-January).
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.
Luka Doncic News / NBA Analysis Network / December 21
Luka Doncic told why he shouldn‘t be MVP this season, his Mavericks‘ numbers playing a role
Luka Doncic is arguably one of the strongest candidates to win MVP this season. The LA Lakers superstar has been nothing short of spectacular, currently leading the NBA in scoring with 35.2 points per game.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 21
Lakers’ LeBron James on Chris Paul ordeal: ‘Not for me to comment on’
LeBron James is staying out of it. Completely. Asked about the Clippers parting ways with Chris Paul, James said he hasn’t even talked to his longtime friend since the move became public.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / December 21
Marcus Smart On Being Fined: ‘Sometimes You Gotta Take A Hit To Get Your Point Across’
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been frustrated with NBA officiating recently, picking up technical fouls in each of the last two games, the first of which resulted in a $35,000 fine for making an obscene gesture at a referee during the win over the Utah Jazz.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 21
BYU Star AJ Dybantsa Happy To Meet Lakers’ LeBron James
As the oldest player in the NBA, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been fortunate enough to compete against some of the greatest players to ever step foot in the league.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 21
JJ Redick Calls For Consistency From NBA Officiating & Challenge System
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick can run a little hot when things aren’t going correctly, and that was the case against the L.A. Clippers. The Lakers lost to the Clippers 103-88 as they couldn’t make up for the number of injuries to players, including Luka Doncic who was ruled out after the first half due to a leg contusion.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 21
LeBron James: Lakers Need To Be Ready For Challenge Of Missing Key Players To Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers have been hit by the injury bug lately as on Saturday night against the L.A. Clippers, they took the floor without three starters and a key bench player in Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura and Gabe Vincent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 21
Lakers Injury Updates: Rui Hachimura , Deandre Ayton & Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best teams in the 2025-26 season by record, but it still feels like the team is scratching the surface of their potential.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Rumors / December 21
Luka Doncic Leaves Game With Left Leg Contusion
The short-handed Lakers suffered another significant loss Saturday night when Luka Doncic didn’t return to the game after halftime due to a contusion on his left leg, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 21
James Worthy Calls Out Luka Doncic For Whining About Fouls On Every Possession
James Worthy did not sugarcoat what he saw from Luka Doncic during the Lakers’ 103-88 loss to the Clippers. Watching from his analyst seat, the Lakers legend did not hesitate in calling out Luka for chasing whistles all night, instead of playing through contact.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 21
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 21
LeBron James won't take Chris Paul's side in feud with Clippers
The Clippers' decision to move on from Paul has drawn considerable criticism.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / December 21
Lakers’ Luka Doncic exits blowout loss to Clippers with leg injury
The Lakers had a rough night get worse Saturday. Star guard Luka Doncic was ruled out at halftime of a 103-88 loss to the Clippers after suffering a left leg contusion in the first half, the team announced.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / December 20
Lakers Announce Deandre Ayton News on Saturday
The Los Angeles Lakers are down three starters on Saturday against the Los Angeles Clippers, with Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura all sitting out with respective injuries.
Byron Scott News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 20
Lakers Champ Byron Scott Picks Point Guard GOAT
Former Los Angeles Lakers starting shooting guard Byron Scott knows a thing or two about great point guards. After all, he played alongside Hall of Fame Lakers point guard Magic Johnson, who reinvented the position and propelled LA to five championships and 10 NBA Finals appearances from 1979-91.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20
Marcus Smart fined $35,000 by the NBA
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart was hit with a $35,000 fine by the NBA for his actions toward referees during Thursday’s game. Smart was fined for making an “obscene gesture” at halftime of Thursday’s game against the Utah Jazz, the league said in a statement.
Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 20
Controversial Former Kobe Bryant-Era Lakers Coach Nominated for Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Los Angeles Lakers coach Mark D'Antoni has been nominated for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame for the 2026 class. D'Antoni is a new candidate for the Hall of Fame, joining a long list of basketball's greatest teams, coaches and players that are eligible for induction.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 19
LeBron James has fans concerned with his 'YouTube golf' quip
James has proven this season that he is still capable of playing at a high level, but many fans are concerned that the Los Angeles Lakers star's motivation is starting to wane.
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