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Austin Reaves Breaks Down What Makes His Duo With Luka Doncic So Dangerous

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 133-121 on Sunday night to extend their winning streak to seven games. LeBron James sat this one out as a precaution since it was the first game of a back-to-back.

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LeBron James Expected To Build Up & Eventually Play In Back-To-Backs

LeBron James’ return to the Los Angeles Lakers has helped transform the offense from great to elite. While James has ceded usage and control to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, he’s juiced up the Lakers’ transition attack both as a playmaker and finisher.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Lakers’ Seven-Game Winning Streak: Five Reasons Behind Surge

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have regained their identity with a decisive run of form. Their latest win over the Pelicans pushed the Lakers’ winning streak to a seven-game peak, marking their longest stretch of success since an eight-game burst earlier in the year.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz

The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 1

Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Lead Win Over Pelicans

Riding a six-game winning streak, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to continue their run when they hosted the New Orleans Pelicans. The Lakers ruled out LeBron James and Marcus Smart, but the Pelicans ruled out most of their regulars including Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 1

Pelicans coach James Borrego on what he talked about with Rob Pelinka during LA Lakers interviews

New Orleans Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego was on the LA Lakers’ radar during their 2024 search. The Los Angeles Lakers hit the jackpot by hiring former NBA player JJ Redick as the new head coach of the team in 2024.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 1

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Pelicans

One year ago, there was a decent argument that LeBron James and Anthony Davis were the best duo in the NBA. Those conversations came with the caveat that both players be at full health and up to the challenge, but at their best, that pairing felt unstoppable on both ends of the floor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 1

Lakers offense is setting the pace, but defense must pick up

LOS ANGELES — On paper, Sunday’s contest against the Pelicans looked to be an easy win for the Lakers. New Orleans was playing on the second night of a back-to-back, had seven rotation players out and entered the game a woeful 3-17 on the season.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 1

Streaking Lakers look to shine against Suns

On the prowl with a seven-game winning streak, the Los Angeles Lakers will close out a four-game homestand on a quick turnaround with a visit from the Phoenix Suns on Monday.

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The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / December 1

JJ Redick Gets Real On Lakers’ 15-4 Start: 'Lot Of Room For Improvement'

The Los Angeles Lakers made it seven wins in a row by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 133-121 at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. The Lakers led by as many as 26 points against the Pelicans and have now improved to 15-4 in this 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 1

Lakers' dynamic duo of Doncic, Reaves make history together

Lakers' dynamic duo of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves make history together

Their recent hot streak together is special and a rarity throughout NBA history.

JJ Redick: Lakers ‘just being cautious’ with LeBron James

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The 'NBA's all-time 30-point game leaders' quiz

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Player Stats, Box Score and Game Recap (Nov 30, 2025) – 2025–26 NBA Season

After going undefeated in NBA Cup play, the Los Angeles Lakers were on a goal to extend their winning streak to seven games. LeBron James and Marcus Smart were ruled out, but they still looked formidable against the last-seeded New Orleans Pelicans.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Lakers' JJ Redick Shares Deandre Ayton Update After Leaving Pelicans Game

Deandre Ayton turned in a strong performance in Sunday’s 133-121 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The 7-foot center poured in 22 points on 7-of-9 shooting, 12 rebounds, an assist and four blocks in 27 minutes of action.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Pelicans’ James Borrego shares ‘surreal dream’ before Lakers’ JJ Redick hire

On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers faced the lowly New Orleans Pelicans team that simply may be looking for a way to speed up time. This season has been painful for the team that currently has a 3-17 record, and not even a head coaching change, with James Borrego stepping into interim duties in the aftermath of Willie Green’s firing.

Jaxson Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Jaxson Hayes drops ‘growing pains’ truth bomb on Lakers’ defense

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best offensive teams in the NBA this season amid their 14-4 start. But when it comes to the Lakers’ defense, that’s been a slightly different story.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 30

JJ Redick: Lakers ‘just being cautious’ with LeBron James

The Lakers are preaching patience with LeBron James, who missed Sunday’s game against the Pelicans because of a lingering left foot issue. Coach JJ Redick told reporters the injury is something James has been dealing with and the team is “just being cautious,” per Dan Woike of The Athletic.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 30

Lakers, Pelicans Reveal Starting Lineups for Sunday Game

The Los Angeles Lakers square off against the New Orleans Pelicans at 6:30 p.m. at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers are 14-4 entering the game, looking to extend their winning streak to seven amid the return of forward LeBron James and outstanding play from their star backcourt.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / November 30