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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 22
James Harden Doesn’t Think LeBron James’ Scoring Record Will Be Broken
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in February of 2023, when he passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 38,387 total points.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Facing Major Competition for Rumored Trade Target
The Los Angeles Lakers have been connected to seemingly every defensive wing on the trading block, as the 19-8 Lakers have struggled mightily on defense this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 22
Former Lakers Center Joins New NBA Team on Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers spent much of last season evaluating their options in the frontcourt without ever settling on anyone for the center position. One of the players who got reps in there last year and this season is now heading to the Memphis Grizzlies.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Christian Koloko News / Hoops Rumors / December 22
Christian Koloko Joining Grizzlies On 10-Day Hardship Contract
The Grizzlies will sign center Christian Koloko to a 10-day contract using the hardship exception, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Koloko, 25, began the season on a two-way deal with the Lakers, but he was waived in late November to create an opening for the team to add Drew Timme.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 22
LeBron James Discusses Significance Of Playing On Christmas Day
No one has played more NBA seasons than Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as he is in the midst of his 23rd year. As he gets set to turn 41 years old on Dec.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 22
Giannis Antetokounmpo Marveled At ‘Aura’ Of Kobe Bryant During Workout
During Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s farewell tour in 2016, he was getting a chance to compete against new faces of the league with one of them being Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 22
Bronny James Takes Command in G-League While Lakers Announce Big Move
Even though the Lakers lost to the Clippers, Bronny James added another winning performance. The eldest son of LeBron James was demoted to the G League and performed to secure a 131-119 win.
Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / December 22
'Don’t Vote for LeBron' – Kevin Garnett’s Cold Message Ahead USA vs World All-Star Game
All-time great power-forwards Kevin Garnett and arguably one of the greatest players of all time LeBron James had several important battles with each other in their career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / December 22
Paul Pierce Bizarrely Claims Credit For LeBron James’ Unreal 2012 Game 6 45-Point Game
Throughout LeBron James‘ stellar career, few players can think of the times when they went up against the Akron native and have not seen his best. The 23 years he has spent in the league are littered with examples of how great the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has been.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 22
LeBron James vs Dillon Brooks & More: 5 NBA Rivalries That Took Over 2025
Hoops decide games, but controversies and ejections fuel the fire. The Phoenix Suns-LA Lakers games delivered exactly that: two nail-biters laced with high-stakes drama between LeBron James and Dillon Brooks.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 22
LeBron James Gives Bryson DeChambeau a Shoutout as He Admits His Love For YouTube Golf
On July 4, 2025, LeBron James posted a video on Instagram with the caption, “Day 2 of officially trying this out.” The NBA’s all-time leading scorer was seen swinging a golf club, and fans thought it was just another celebrity dabbling in a hobby.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / December 22
Video: Exact Moment Luka Doncic Got Injured Potentially Revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a big blow during Saturday’s 103-88 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers when Luka Doncic became their latest starter to go down with an injury.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / December 22
LeBron James: Honor to play on Christmas, but would rather be with family
LeBron James has played more Christmas Day games than anyone in NBA history. It hasn’t made the decision any easier. Asked about suiting up for his 20th Christmas game this week, James was honest.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 22
Streamer Adin Ross Curses Out Lakers Players Live While Speaking On LeBron James and Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently competing for the No. 2 spot in the West, so the fans should be happy with this squad, right? As it turns out, that’s not the case, with Adin Ross recently calling the entire team out.
Bronny James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
Lakers’ Bronny James comes up big in G-League showdown vs. Victor Oladipo
The Los Angeles Lakers spotlight followed Bronny James into the G-League on Sunday night, and he delivered under it. Earlier this season, after earning his first career start, James stepped into another proving ground.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 21
Lakers Make Bronny James Announcement After Luka Doncic News
Bronny James was at the center of a significant development for the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, roughly 24 hours after Luka Doncic suffered a leg injury in their disappointing 103-88 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 21
Lakers' Luka Doncic Delivers Surprising Take on His Play Thus Far This Season
Los Angeles Lakers star forward Luka Doncic shouldn't have much to criticize when looking back at the first quarter of the season. The 26-year-old leads the NBA in points scored per game with 35.2, and boasts the third-most assists per game with 9.1 (against a less-than-ideal 4.2 turnovers).
Gabe Vincent News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 21
How Gabe Vincent was able to ‘earn trust’ with his teammates
LOS ANGELES – Over the past couple of seasons, Gabe Vincent has been able to carve out a bit of a leadership role with the Los Angeles Lakers. Vincent has become a respected voice not only in the Lakers’ locker room, but across the league in general.
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / December 21
Jake LaRavia: Lakers Played Hard Against Clippers But Shots Did Not Fall
The Los Angeles Lakers were shorthanded against the L.A. Clippers on Saturday night as Deandre Ayton, Austin Reaves, Gabe Vincent and Rui Hachimura all did not suit up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 21
Former Lakers Guard Signs with Greek Team, Weeks After Shock Arrest
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley, who spent the first part of the 2022-23 season with the Los Angeles Lakers, has signed with the Greek team PAOK BC, the team announced in a press release on Friday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 21
Lakers Head Into Christmas Week With Several Injury Concerns, What Does It Mean & When Could Players Return
Every professional sports league has a period in its schedule where teams aren’t playing their best, and right now the NBA is right in the middle of that period (December-January).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 21
Lakers Injury Updates: Rui Hachimura , Deandre Ayton & Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best teams in the 2025-26 season by record, but it still feels like the team is scratching the surface of their potential.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 21
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 21
LeBron James won't take Chris Paul's side in feud with Clippers
The Clippers' decision to move on from Paul has drawn considerable criticism.
Marcus Smart News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20
Marcus Smart fined $35,000 by the NBA
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart was hit with a $35,000 fine by the NBA for his actions toward referees during Thursday’s game. Smart was fined for making an “obscene gesture” at halftime of Thursday’s game against the Utah Jazz, the league said in a statement.
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