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Is Rich Paul sending message from LeBron James with Lakers not contenders take?

Rich Paul sparked renewed debate around the Los Angeles Lakers and their championship outlook after publicly stating he does not view the team as a title contender, raising questions about whether the comments reflect broader sentiment tied to LeBron James.

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Lakers Urged to Make This Aggressive Move at NBA Trade Deadline

Many fans who rely solely on media commentary or social discussions might assume the Los Angeles Lakers are struggling mightily this year. Yet the reality paints a different picture, with the team performing strongly overall.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 6

LeBron James Believes Days Of Iso-Ball In NBA Are Over

For a long time through the 1990s and 2000s, the NBA was dominated by iso-ball players. From Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, James Harden and many more, most teams around the league just gave their top player the ball and let them go to work.

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 6

LeBron James Sends Clear Message to Lakers Teammates After JJ Redick’s Helpless Confession

The Lakers are all over the place. Head coach JJ Redick feels his messages aren’t getting through to the players. The offense shows continuous lapses, while defensively, there’s no organization.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 6

JJ Redick Believes Lakers Did Better Job Of Getting Deandre Ayton Touches

Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ first of two straight victories against the Memphis Grizzlies, head coach JJ Redick made note that he felt center Deandre Ayton was becoming a bit frustrated with his lack of touches on offense.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 6

LeBron James Compares Scottie Pippen With a Player Who Has Never Had All-Star Selection

There’s a saying, “game recognizes game.” And it fits in the NBA’s bigger picture in every era. So when you look around and see young guns like Luka Doncic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander take the lead, you know that the league is in the right hands.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 6

2026 NBA All-Star Voting Returns: Luka Doncic Still Leading Way, LeBron James Rises But Austin Reaves Falls

The first fan voting returns for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game saw all three of the Los Angeles Lakers’ superstars in the top 10. Luka Doncic led all players in votes while LeBron James and Austin Reaves were ninth and tenth, respectively.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 6

LeBron James Believes in ‘Fouling Up 3’—but Only Under These Conditions

The question of whether a team should foul when up three points at the end of a game has raged on for as long as the 3-point line has been around. Some coaches always foul when up three.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / January 6

LeBron James Can’t Handle the Hype After Bronny James Explodes in G-League

Let’s be honest for a second. Being Bronny James has to be like playing a video game on “Legendary” difficulty with a controller that disconnects every five minutes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 6

Kendrick Perkins Says Lakers’ Role Players Aren’t Listening To JJ Redick; Hints At Potential Problem With Deandre Ayton

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently third in the Western Conference with a 22-11 record, but it hasn’t all been smooth sailing so far. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has gone at his players on a fair few occasions, most recently calling them out for not following his instructions.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 6

One Cold Fact Shows Lakers Look More Like An Average Team Than A True Contender

The Los Angeles Lakers are winning. That part is undeniable. At 22–11, they sit third in the Western Conference and own the fourth-best record in the entire NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 6

Charles Barkley Snubs LeBron James From His NBA Mount Rushmore

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is widely regarded as one of the two greatest players of all time, but Charles Barkley does not have him in his NBA Mount Rushmore.

J.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / January 6

JJ Redick Slammed For Leaking 'Inside Information' About Lakers Locker Room

“We’re a terrible basketball team.” JJ Redick didn’t hold back after the Lakers’ Christmas Day blowout loss to the Rockets. The Lakers HC can neither hide the ecstasy of big wins nor can he hide his frustration after losses during media engagements.

Luka Doncic News / Hardwood Heroics / January 6

2x All-NBA Points to Luka Doncic Comparison as Lakers’ Defensive Concerns Grow

Luka Doncic is always commended for his outstanding offensive skills. However, Doncic lacks effort on the defensive end, an aspect of the game where he’s always criticized.

Jake Laravia News / Field Level Media / January 5

Jake LaRavia filling scoring void for Lakers ahead of Pelicans clash

Jake LaRavia has proven to be the perfect tonic for the resurgent Los Angeles Lakers ahead of Tuesday's road clash with the New Orleans Pelicans. The versatile wing, who signed as a free agent last summer, is in season-best form -- his surge arriving just when his team needed his two-way punch most.