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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Hardwood Heroics / October 18
'In Practice We’re More Physical' – Luka Doncic Details Lakers’ Biggest Problem Ahead of Opening Night Against Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, Oct. 21, for Opening Night of the 2025-26 NBA season. Teams are preparing to fix the issues they’ve found during the stretch of preseason games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 18
Lakers Notes: Big Man Suffers Injury, Starting Lineup Revealed, Bronny James Hurt
Los Angeles Lakers big man Jaxson Hayes suffered an injury during the final preseason game. He sustained a right wrist contusion and was forced to exit the contest early.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 18
Kevin Durant Blamed LeBron James, Dwyane Wade For Manipulating James Harden To Leave OKC
In Season 2 of the ‘Starting 5’ Netflix docu-series, Kevin Durant spoke about how he felt when James Harden initially left the Thunder to join the Rockets.
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Luka Doncic Pinpoints Lakers’ Biggest Concern After JJ Redick’s Worrying Confession
The NBA preseason is often the dress rehearsal before the main show. Therefore, if you see what the Los Angeles Lakers have put up in the last 6 games, you’d say otherwise.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Lakers Injury News: X-Rays Negative After Jaxson Hayes Suffers Wrist Contusion Against Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Jaxson Hayes suffered a wrist contusion in the loss to the Sacramento Kings. Hayes was ruled out for the second half with the injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / SportsInfo / October 18
Novak Djokovic aspires for longevity, takes Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Tom Brady as his inspiration
Novak Djokovic isn't any less motivated to be in the Tennis court in the near future despite not winning a Grand Slam in two years The Serbian was motivated
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Marcus Smart Feels Great Playing for the Los Angeles Lakers
Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers have made some key moves that could propel them to surprise title contention. They are not the favorites to win the Western Conference, but they have a shot to do so.
Deandre Ayton News / Hardwood Heroics / October 18
'Is He Really Going to Roll?' – Former Los Angeles Lakers Guard Questions Deandre Ayton’s Fit With the Team
The Los Angeles Lakers signed Deandre Ayton this offseason to bolster their frontcourt depth, but not many are sold on the idea that the former No. 1 overall pick is the long-term solution at the center position.
Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Lakers Announce Jaxson Hayes Injury Update Before NBA Season
The Los Angeles Lakers ended their preseason run with a loss, as they bowed to the Sacramento Kings 117-116, despite another strong effort from superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 18
Lakers impress in dress rehearsal to cap off preseason 
LOS ANGELES – After five preseason games where they often played with various key rotation players out, on Friday, the Lakers finally had a game they took seriously.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Lakers React to What Luka Doncic Did Before Final Preseason Game
NBA star Luka Doncic is set to enter his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers after his mid-season trade from the Dallas Mavericks in 2024-25.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 18
Maxi Kleber On What To Expect From Luka Doncic In 2025-26
A lot changed for Luka Doncic when the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers, but there was still one very familiar face around him. Maxi Kleber had been his teammate throughout his time with the Mavericks, and he, too, came to the Lakers as part of the trade.
Frank Vogel News / Fadeaway World / October 18
Frank Vogel Defends Lakers’ 2020 Championship
Frank Vogel is putting the asterisk talk to rest. Speaking with The Athletic, the former Lakers head coach defended the legitimacy of the 2020 championship, saying his team was the best in the league all season and would have won the title no matter where the games were played.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Lakers Announcers Admit Referees Favor Luka Doncic, Proving Draymond Green Right
Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers have thrilled in their final preseason matchup against the Sacramento Kings, keeping the game close late into the fourth quarter.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 18
Lakers fall to Kings in preseason finale
Los Angeles played well for most of the game, but still lost to the Kings 117-116 in preseason play. Luka Dončić ended with 31 points, five rebounds and nine assists.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 17
Austin Reaves Could Sign $240 Million Contract With Lakers Next Offseason
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is entering the fifth season of his NBA career. It's been quite the ride for Reaves, as he went undrafted in
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Jazz waive former first-rounder, two other players
The Jazz have released Mo Bamba, Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, the team announced in a press release.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 17
NBA Insider Breaks Down Clues That This Could Be LeBron James' Last Season
Without a doubt, the biggest story this NBA season — at least pertaining to what goes on off the court — will be whether or not it's Lakers star forward LeBron James' last lap around the block.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
JJ Redick Believes Jarred Vanderbilt Can Be Impactful Two-Way Player For Lakers
The story has been the same for Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt for nearly the entire time he’s been with the franchise. When healthy, he is an extremely impactful defensive player that can guard multiple positions and can even be assigned opposing team’s best players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
JJ Redick Praises ‘Fantastic’ Effort From Gabe Vincent In Preseason
Gabe Vincent has been a standout for the Los Angeles Lakers through the first five games of the 2025-26 preseason. He has played in three of L.A.’s games thus far and is averaging 17 points per game on 50% from beyond the arc, 11-for-22.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 17
Eastern Conference contender named best landing spot for LeBron James
Despite opting into his $52.6 million player option this summer, LeBron James' future with the Lakers has been a prominent discussion point.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / October 17
Luka Doncic's greatness forcing players to switch nationalities
Lakers star Luka Doncic's gravitational pull extends beyond the basketball court, where defenders rush in hordes to try and stop him. Even his teammates are drawn to his greatness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 16
Luka Doncic reacts to teammate's concerns about his 'crazy' shot selection
It's hard to think of a player who has taken and made more "trick shots" in the 2020s than Doncic.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health
LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.
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