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LeBron James & Luka Doncic Return & Lead Victory Over 76ers

After splitting the first two games of their road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to end it on a high note on Sunday night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Luka Doncic Finally Admits He Wants the MVP, As If We Didn’t Know

Thinking about which NBA star is going to snag the MVP trophy is practically a full-time hobby for basketball fans. And while most players try to play it cool, acting like they’re “just here for the team,” Luka Doncic is finally dropping the act.

Austin Reaves News / HITC / December 8

Gilbert Arenas warns Austin Reaves about a looming issue he must handle wisely next year

Austin Reaves must decide on his future with the Los Angeles Lakers after the season concludes. He is putting up nearly 30 points and seven assists per game and has stepped into a larger role for the Lakers this year, which could complicate his contract talks in the summer.

Deandre Ayton News / EssentiallySports / December 8

Deandre Ayton Makes Lakers History That Even Shaquille O’Neal Never Achieved After 76ers Game

Three weeks back, coach JJ Redick had a specific instruction for Deandre Ayton. To be a lion. He even gave the big man a t-shirt with half his face and half a lion’s face.

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The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / December 8

76ers HC Risks NBA Fine With Luka Doncic Claim After Lakers Win

Accusations of biased officiating have hovered around the NBA, and somehow, the Los Angeles Lakers always end up in the middle of that storm. Plenty of players and coaches believe the whistles tilt toward Purple & Gold.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 8

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Reacts to LeBron James' Big Game for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers took down the Philadelphia 76ers on the road with a 112-108 win that kept them atop the Pacific Division at 17-6. Guard Luka Doncic recorded a triple-double with 31 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 8

LeBron James Gives VJ Edgecombe Special Gift Following Lakers-76ers

LeBron James is currently in a unique place in the NBA universe. Now in his record-breaking twenty-third season, at the age of 40 (soon to be 41), James has been in the league longer than a handful of fellow NBA players have been alive.

LeBron James News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

LeBron James’s Dagger and Double-Celebration Silences Philly

In his 23rd season, LeBron James is apparently still collecting firsts. After sinking a clutch fadeaway to seal a win against the Philadelphia 76ers, he decided one iconic celebration wasn’t enough.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 8

'When You Need a Big Brother': James Worthy Explains Why LeBron James’ Historic Season Is Special After Lakers’ Win

It is turning out to be a rather special season for the Los Angeles Lakers. For the biggest legend on their roster, LeBron James, it is also a historic one.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

Luka Triple-Double Leads Lakers Over 76ers 112-108

There are moments in this league that simply feel inevitable. Sunday night in South Philadelphia, with the noise of 20,431 Lakers and 76ers fans raining down inside the Xfinity Mobile Arena, LeBron James decided it was time for another one of those moments.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 8

Lakers' win propels LeBron James up all-time list after vintage performance

Basketball is a team game, but it's also a sport that judges its players by how much their wins more than any other.

Warriors bench Jonathan Kuminga in blowout win vs. the Bulls

Warriors’ Pat Spencer continues to make strong case for promotion

Desmond Bane has another crash-out in middle of game

Ja Morant linked to a new playoff contender in trade rumors

Josh Hart dumped his son off to Knicks teammate in hilarious scene

Thunder crush Jazz, tie franchise mark with 15th straight win

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 8

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Sixers

Raise your hand if you had some doubts about LeBron James this season. Everyone’s hand is raised? Good. Because even the most optimistic LeBron and Lakers fans had reason for concern for his start this season.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 8

LeBron James' Message for Tyrese Maxey After Lakers-76ers

The Los Angeles Lakers bounced back on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers. After the Lakers' 126-105 loss against the Boston Celtics on Friday, the team secured a 112-108 win over the 76ers.

LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / December 7

NBA Makes LeBron James Announcement After 76ers Game

The Los Angeles Lakers moved to 17-6 on Sunday after a 112-108 win on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics on Friday night, 126-105, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic missing the game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / December 7

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, LeBron James lead Lakers past 76ers in return

Luka Doncic and LeBron James combined for 60 points in their return to the lineup as the Los Angeles Lakers topped the host Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on Sunday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 8

'Gonna Be Judged': Paul Pierce Warns Austin Reaves That Playoffs Will Be the True Test Amid Superstar Rise

You can win all 82 games and score 40 points every time in the regular season, but a first-round playoff exit will always define the rest of your career thereafter.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 7

Lakers star Austin Reaves’ unreal no-look pass sets up Rui Hachimura jumper

Austin Reaves had an excellent highlight with Rui Hachimura during the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night. Reaves is going through the fifth season of his NBA career, all with the Lakers.

Jake Laravia News / EssentiallySports / December 8

What Happened to Jake LaRavia? Lakers Star Heads to Locker Room vs 76ers

First, the Philadelphia 76ers sent Draymond Green packing midway through the game. Now their game against the LA Lakers has another casualty. Jake LaRavia left midgame after a nasty run-in.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 7

Lakers Won't Trade for Help in One Key Area This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a strong start in the 2025-26 season, currently placing third in the Western Conference with a 16-6 record, through they could still strengthen themselves with a couple additions if they feel the need to.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 7

Lakers Urged to Add Elite All-Defensive Forwards to Boost Frontcourt

With a 22-game sample size, it's becoming increasingly clear that the Los Angeles Lakers have a major problem on defense. The Lakers have the 21st-highest defensive rating, and Friday night's 126-105 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics didn't help their case.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / December 7

JJ Redick says awards won’t influence Lakers’ plans for LeBron James

LeBron James is nearing the maximum number of games he can miss while still qualifying for postseason awards, but Lakers coach JJ Redick said that won’t factor into the team’s decisions about when James plays.

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 7

JJ Redick Delivers Major Lakers Update Ahead of 76ers Game

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their sixth loss of the season on Friday to their bitter and arch rivals, the Boston Celtics. The Lakers were lackluster, as they have been in all six of their losses thus far, and, on top of that, they were shorthanded, without three players, including two of their superstars, LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 7

LeBron James Congratulates Luka Doncic On Birth Of Daughter

Luka Doncic has been away from the Los Angeles Lakers for the last two games. He was officially listed out for personal reasons, but word quickly spread that Doncic had traveled to Slovenia to be with his fiancée for the expected birth of their daughter.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 7