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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.
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?
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.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 21
Rapper Wale Pays Respect to Kobe Bryant but Picks LeBron James’ Signature Sneakers as His Favorite
Comparisons in the NBA are not just between legends, but their brands as well. Depending on who someone favors, they gravitate toward a particular line of shoes or merchandise.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 21
LeBron James gets real on playing NBA record 20th Christmas Day game
The Los Angeles Lakers will continue the annual NBA tradition of playing on Christmas Day. For the the 2025 holiday, LeBron James and the Lakers are set to host Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and the Houston Rockets inside Crypto dot com Arena.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 21
James Harden did not stutter about LeBron James’ unbreakable scoring record
James Harden and the LA Clippers ended their five-game losing streak with a home win against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night, igniting what they hope will be the start of a turnaround from the slow start they’ve had.
J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 21
JJ Redick sounds like he’s reached his breaking point on officiating 
Everyone in every league imaginable complains about the officiating. However, Lakers head coach JJ Redick seems to have had enough after the team’s most recent game against the 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).
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 21
BYU Star AJ Dybantsa Happy To Meet Lakers’ LeBron James
As the oldest player in the NBA, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been fortunate enough to compete against some of the greatest players to ever step foot in the league.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers 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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