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JJ Redick Shares LeBron James' New Role Before Lakers-Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers come into tonight's clash against the Houston Rockets on a five-game win-streak. LeBron James hasn't played all five of these games, sitting out the first two with injury before returning and looking like a decidedly different player in their last three wins.

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Ageless LeBron James posterizes Jabari Smith Jr.

The Los Angeles Lakers have an NBA playoff spot to chase this late into the season. The ageless wonder LeBron James ignited those postseason hopes massively on Monday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 16

LeBron James Didn’t Have One Singular Rival Throughout His 23-Year Career, Says Chris Bosh

When basketball scholars look back at the career of LeBron James, they will see this generation’s greatness personified. The King has done it all in the NBA, from championships to MVPs, from big-time moments to endless highlight reels.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Bronny James News / Hardwood Heroics / March 16

'Thousand Hoops Just to Get to the Mom': Anonymous ACC Coach Vented on Bronny James Recruiting Nightmare

Two seasons into his NBA career, Bronny James is still a limited part of the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation. In 31 games this season, he is averaging 2.1 points, 1.2 assists, and 0.5 rebounds in only seven minutes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / March 16

Kevin Durant Debuts Nike KD19 Against Lakers

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant debuted his 19th signature Nike basketball shoe against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. The Nike KD19 features a visually striking design that is engineered for ultimate responsiveness, comfort, and containment.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Rich Paul Chimes In On ‘Lakers Are Better Without LeBron’ Debate

The debate over LeBron James’ fit with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves has a new (albeit expected) perspective: James’ longtime agent and friend, Rich Paul.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16

LeBron James shows off nasty scrape he got on his crazy dive vs. Nuggets

LeBron James paid the price for his big hustle play over the weekend. The Los Angeles Lakers star James had a key moment in Saturday’s game against the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16

Lakers’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

While playoff basketball’s outcomes will be determined by skill, depth, and experience, having the right seeding can work wonders, especially for a team that may need to catch some breaks if it has designs on getting to the NBA Finals.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16

Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future

A new update has emerged regarding LeBron James’ NBA future. In an appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up!” Monday, Shams Charania said the “feeling around LeBron and the league” is that James will play one more season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / March 16

Will LeBron James Play Another Season? Shams Charania Says League Believes Lakers Star Isn’t Done Yet

The countdown to the end of an era might not be happening just yet. While retirement chatter around one of basketball’s greatest players keeps popping up every season, the latest league updates suggest fans may still get at least one more year of greatness.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

2026 NBA Draft: 4 March Madness Bigs That Fit The Lakers’ Needs

With March Madness upon us, now is the perfect time for NBA scouts and fans to monitor premier talent competing in the NCAA Tournament. With one first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and several glaring needs to address, here’s an overview of four prospects the Los Angeles Lakers could consider.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 16

Luka Doncic Named Western Conference Player Of The Week For March 9-15

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played on March 9-15, it was announced by the NBA. During the week, Doncic led the Lakers to a 3-0 record with impressive wins over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls and Denver Nuggets.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / March 16

LeBron James Expected To Play At Least One More Season

It sounds like LeBron James is not ready to walk away just yet. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the expectation around the league is that the Los Angeles Lakers star will play at least one more NBA season.

Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Marcus Smart Claims NBA Team Forced Him To Play Through Injury Before Lakers Stint

The Los Angeles Lakers are reaping the rewards of a series of strong roster decisions since the Luka Doncic trade from February 2025. While they didn't make any flashy additions, their additions since last summer have all led to rewards on the court this season.

Paul Pierce News / The SportsRush / March 16

'Not Sure They Get Out the 1st Round': Paul Pierce Isn’t Confident Lakers Can Make a Deep Playoff Run

The Lakers have been an enigma throughout this season. They have been great in close games, but also prone to being blown out with some regularity. In essence, they’re a team that hasn’t always seemed as good as their record would indicate.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 16

LeBron James’ retirement decision looms as NBA insider predicts future

At 41, LeBron James is still rewriting what is possible in year 23. But will there be a year 24?

James credits enthusiastic young fan for overtime win over Nuggets

Warriors' Stephen Curry shares candid take on his retirement

Steve Kerr screamed at wrong player after Warriors’ botched play

Jaylen Brown's 41-point effort pushes Celtics past Suns

Zion Williamson, Pelicans down Mavs to continue winning ways

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / March 16

Austin Reaves Explains Why He Said ‘I Love You’ To Basketball In Nuggets Win

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves went through a roller coaster of emotions during Saturday night’s win over the Denver Nuggets. With the team trailing by two in the final minute, Reaves got stripped by Nikola Jokic on a drive to the basket and it looked like the Lakers were gonna lose as a result.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / March 16

JJ Redick ‘Optimistic’ After Recent Stretch

The Los Angeles Lakers have looked like a completely different team over the last couple of weeks. Since Feb. 28, JJ Redick’s team is 8-1, including their current five-game win streak.

Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / March 15

Austin Reaves executed the most perfect intentionally missed free throw

Not many players on this earth can miss a shot like Austin Reaves can. The Los Angeles Lakers guard was intentionally fouled as his team trailed 118-115 to the Denver Nuggets with 5.2 seconds remaining inside Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.