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Mavericks Vs. Lakers Injury Report: Anthony Davis & Deandre Ayton Return, Marcus Smart Ruled Out

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Deandre Ayton (right knee contusion) will return to action on Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks after a one-game absence.

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Deandre Ayton appears to take shot at Anthony Davis before Lakers-Mavericks game

Deandre Ayton took what many felt like was a subtle jab at Anthony Davis hours before their two teams faced off at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

LeBron James News / HITC / November 28

LeBron James names the most dominant player he’s ever played against, he’s currently in the league

LeBron James returned from his sciatica injury to rejoin the Los Angeles Lakers this season. Entering year 23, LeBron James still has his sights set on trying to win his fifth NBA Championship.

Cade Cunningham 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

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 28

NBA Scouts Call Out Lakers' Key Weakness This Year

The Los Angeles Lakers haven't lost a game with star forward LeBron James back in the lineup after he made his long-awaited season debut Nov. 18 against the Utah Jazz.

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?

J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Chris Mañon embracing JJ Redick’s ‘banshee’ mentality in Lakers rookie season

Since JJ Redick has been head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, he’s stressed what he calls a ‘banshee’ mentality. That is, in his words, “in Laker culture it’s somebody who’s all in two feet in the circle.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 28

The Lakers have created a culture of real NBA Cup Respecters

To some, the NBA Cup is a divisive tournament that lacks history, relevance and importance. But those who say that are simply deniers of the mystique of the NBA Cup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

What happened to Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom put Dalton Knecht’s current problems in perspective

The Los Angeles Lakers have had a very nice start to their season. The Los Angeles Lakers are on a 5-game winning streak and sit in second place in the Western Conference.

Rui Hachimura News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Lakers’ Rui Hachimura Sends ‘Superstar’ Message Before Mavericks Game

The Los Angeles Lakers (13-4) have thrived this season despite injuries to superstars LeBron James and Luka Doncic, which is partially thanks to veteran wing Rui Hachimura.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

LeBron on Bronny’s NBA Development: ‘Walk Through the Fire’

The mounting injuries to the Lakers have meant an increased opportunity for Bronny James to prove himself beyond being in his father’s shadow. LeBron James recently shed light on his eldest son’s development in the league, guiding him as best he can while allowing him to carve his own path.

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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

Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Lakers Announce Troubling Marcus Smart Update on Friday

The Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a strong start in the 2025–26 season, riding the momentum of a five-game winning streak. A major factor in that success has been their offseason additions, notably veteran guard Marcus Smart.

LeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

The LeBron James Comment That Has Lakers Fans Fired Up

LeBron James is not one to hand out praise and a good comment lightly. However, this is a different season. He is playing in an NBA-record 23rd year, and for the first time in his career, he missed opening night.

Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / November 28

NBA makes a decision on Lakers’ Cup court after Luka Doncic’s complaints

The NBA has heeded the complaints of Luka Doncic and others. Technicians from the NBA’s court vendor have deemed that the Lakers’ playing court for NBA Cup games is unplayable, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported on Friday.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 28

Lakers Will Not Use Slippery NBA Cup Court Against Mavericks

The Los Angeles Lakers debuted their 2025 Emirates NBA Cup court during Tuesday night’s win over the L.A. Clippers, although there were some issues. Throughout the course of the game, a number of players slipped and fell on the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 28

The Lakers’ NBA Cup court was so bad it had to be sent for repairs

Each year, the NBA Cup brings with it some very polarizing court designs across the league. Some teams go for the more subtle route, like the Lakers, while some teams are far more audacious, like the Wolves.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 28

Lakers ditching 'slippery' NBA Cup court for Anthony Davis' return

The Lakers will play their final NBA Cup game against the Mavericks on Friday, but they won't be on their special NBA Cup court.

Mavericks' Anthony Davis reacts to trade rumors while eyeing return against Lakers

Nico Harrison's issues with team training staff still haunting Mavericks

The 25 greatest journeymen in NBA history

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 28

Rob Pelinka Impressed With Confidence & Development Of Austin Reaves

Perhaps one of general manager Rob Pelinka’s best moves since taking over the reigns of the Los Angeles Lakers was securing Austin Reaves as an undrafted free agent.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 28

LeBron James Compares JJ Redick To Mike Krzyzewski

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is in the middle of his second season at the helm of the purple and gold. It’s also only his second season of coaching

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 28

LeBron James Pleased With What Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart & Jake LaRavia Have Brought To Lakers

Many people weren’t sure what to expect from the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but so far they have been one of the best teams in the NBA at 13-4. And that’s despite LeBron James missing the first 14 games and several other key players dealing with injuries as well.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 28

Jake LaRavia on Early LeBron James Impressions, Crushing Luka Doncic in Pickleball & More

Whether it entails complementing his star teammates with timely 3s or defensive stops, Jake LaRavia has increasingly impressed the Lakers for putting himself in the right place at the right time.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 27