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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / February 25
'Nothing You Can Do': Luka Doncic Faces Brutal Reality Check After Botched Final Play in Lakers-Magic
Who taught a Hesitation abd a missed shot against Magic would put Luka Doncic on the firing line. While the Lakers star leads the league in points, the uncharacteristic display of the buzzer-beater has only increased the scrutiny.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25
LeBron James is being linked to 1 new team in free agency
It may be the summer of 2010 all over again for LeBron James. The New York Knicks are a team thought to appeal to the Los Angeles Lakers star James in free agency this summer, Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus reported on Wednesday.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 25
JJ Redick’s 3-Word Assessment of the Lakers Is Turning Heads
On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers looked like they might be able to get the win against Paolo Banchero and the visiting Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena, but with the game on the line in the closing seconds, superstars Luka Doncic and LeBron James couldn’t get it done.
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?
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.
Rui Hachimura News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Lakers Announce Rui Hachimura Injury Update Before Suns Game
Rui Hachimura came off the bench again for the Los Angeles Lakers in Tuesday’s disappointing 110-109 loss to the Orlando Magic. The 6-foot-8 power forward logged the most minutes among the second unit with 26 minutes of action.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 25
NBA Admits 3 Missed Calls in Lakers-Magic Game
The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Orlando Magic, 110-109, during their game at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. The biggest story of the night was Doncic's decision to pass on the final shot despite the play being designed to get him open and allow him to take the potential game-winner.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
Rui Hachimura questionable, Jaxson Hayes probable to play vs. Suns 
As one Lakers player is set to return from injury, another gets added to the list. Jaxson Hayes has been upgraded to probable for LA’s upcoming contest against Phoenix, but Rui Hachimura has now been downgraded to questionable with an illness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 25
Lakers Appoint Former Virginia Coach Tony Bennett NBA Draft Advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to undergo drastic changes following the Buss family's recent sale of the storied franchise to Mark Walter for a record-setting $10 billion.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25
Magic's fortunate bounce exposes cracks within Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers were seconds away from holding off an Orlando Magic comeback Tuesday night. Then a loose ball bounced into Wendell Carter's hands and the Lakers' internal drama ramped up again.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 25
'Lucky to Be Alive' – LeBron James’ Hall of Famer Ex-Teammate Details Life-Threatening Situation
The message didn’t come from a hospital report or a team statement. Instead, it came directly from Chris Bosh himself, speaking to a camera while visibly recovering.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Lakers-Celtics NBA clash accomplishes feat not seen since 2000
The recent clash between perennial rivals the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics proved anticlimactic in the end. The matchup was preceded by the
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 25
Lakers add former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as draft advisor
The Lakers are continuing to build out their basketball operations department. Los Angeles announced Wednesday that former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett has been hired as an NBA draft advisor, adding another experienced voice to the front office led by Rob Pelinka.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 25
ESPN's 'First Take' Assigns Blame for Lakers' Recent Struggles
When the Los Angeles Lakers paired a generational superstar with LeBron James, it seemed they had finally secured a long-term bridge from the James era to a new golden age.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / February 25
JJ Redick: Lakers Are ‘Work In Progress’ After Rough Homestand
Tuesday night’s loss to the Orlando Magic is one that JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers would love to have back. The Lakers were in control for most of the game and had a chance to seal the victory had they been able to execute just a little bit better on both ends down the stretch.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
Lakers hire former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as an NBA Draft advisor
After the firing of Joey and Jesse Buss, the Lakers found themselves with very few scouts left in their front office. They’ve begun to bolster that department by announcing on Wednesday that Tony Bennett would be joining the Lakers as an NBA Draft advisor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 25
Lamar Odom Drops Massive Truth Bomb on Drug Addiction That Nearly Derailed His NBA Career
Lamar Odom could easily make it to the list of biggest what-ifs in NBA history. And after Odom’s latest showing up, the conversation could only feel established.
Virginia Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Legendary former Virginia HC has found a role with Lakers
He went 364-136 at UVA from 2009-24 and led the Cavaliers to the 2019 NCAA championship.
Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / February 25
Los Angeles Lakers hire ex-Virginia coach Tony Bennett as NBA Draft advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers are adding a championship pedigree to their front office. On Wednesday, the franchise announced that former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett has been hired as an NBA Draft advisor. He’ll report to the President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka in Los Angeles.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Former UVA Coach Tony Bennett Joins Lakers As Draft Advisor
The Lakers have hired former University of Virginia head coach Tony Bennett, announcing today in a press release that he’ll take on the role of NBA draft advisor for the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 25
Lakers exec makes it clear Rob Pelinka is staying in charge
The Lakers introduced Lon Rosen as their new president of business operations on Tuesday, and the message was clear right away. This isn’t a power shift.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Lakers' Deandre Ayton Doesn't Hide Disappointment After Second Straight Loss
Deandre Ayton had a great game in the Los Angeles Lakers' final home game in February. The Arizona product finished the 110-109 loss to the Orlando Magic with 21 points and 13 rebounds on an extremely efficient 72.7% field goal percentage.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Lakers’ Rosen: Pelinka ‘Empowered’ To Continue Running Basketball Ops
The Lakers introduced their new president of business operations to the media on Tuesday, with longtime Los Angeles Dodgers executive Lon Rosen speaking to reporters for the first time since being hired by the NBA team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Was Colin Cowherd justified in criticizing Lakers' Luka Doncic?
After the Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics over the weekend, Cowherd did not hold back on sharing his feelings about the team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25
LeBron James addresses Luka Doncic’s decision after missing game-winner
The Los Angeles Lakers dropped a 110-109 heartbreaker to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night, and the way it ended left plenty to talk about.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 24
Lakers Legend Gets Brutally Honest About Team's Title Chances
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of star power during the 2025-26 season, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic leading the way, and Austin Reaves starting to make a name for himself in the NBA.
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