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The Los Angeles Lakers have 24 regular-season games left in the 2025-26 campaign and will likely clinch a middle-of-the-pack seed in the Western Conference ahead of the NBA playoffs, which get underway on April 18, aiming to make a deep postseason run.

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Austin Reaves: Deandre Ayton Is ‘X Factor’ For Lakers

At this stage of the NBA season, teams are supposed to be playing their best basketball. However, Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers are sliding after losing two consecutive close games on game-winners.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / February 28

The Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low EM Protro is 19% Off Online

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's iconic signature sneaker line continues to resonate with fans and hoopers of all ages. While the most popular shoes still sell out quickly, the Nike Kobe line has finally become easier to purchase for the average consumer.

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The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?

The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assist leaders' quiz

Pat Riley News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Watch: Michael Douglas Reveals Gordon Gekko Hair Was Inspired By Pat Riley

The rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics in the 1980s is largely credited with sparking a massive growth in popularity for the NBA.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 28

'Don’t Have What I Have': ‘Hurt’ Lakers Legend Makes Emotional Confession on Hall of Fame Snub

The pain of getting snubbed by the Hall of Fame again was too much to handle for a Lakers legend. It elicited an unfiltered and emotional response that made the fans take note.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

JJ Redick Excited About Addition Of Tony Bennett

The Los Angeles Lakers made an addition to their front office earlier this week, hiring former University of Virginia head coach Tony Bennett as a draft advisor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Byron Scott Shares Harsh Words For LeBron James

With James, the Lakers went from not making the playoffs to winning the NBA Finals in just two seasons, which is undoubtedly an impressive feat. But since 2020, there has been a roller coaster of outcomes surrounding this team as they have yet to get back to the Finals.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / February 28

NBA Analyst Rips Luka Doncic For His Defense And Complaining; Believes Lakers Star’s Development Has Stunted

The Ringer’s Max Kellerman is emerging as one of Luka Doncic’s biggest critics, and he went at the Los Angeles Lakers superstar again on The Bill Simmons Podcast.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27

Lakers veteran looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart appeared visibly frustrated with Deandre Ayton during their Friday matchup against the Phoenix Suns. A clip of a few Lakers defensive lapses went viral on social media after the team’s 113-110 loss at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 28

'Would Make Sense': Draymond Green Urges Deandre Ayton to Embrace Clint Capela Role for Luka Doncic

Deandre Ayton didn’t hold back his frustration. Following the Lakers’ narrow loss to the Orlando Magic, the former No. 1 overall pick was overheard venting, “They’re trying to make me Clint Capela.” The comment quickly went viral across NBA circles, drawing reactions from fans and players alike.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 27

'Adam Silver’s Got to Fine Them': Charles Barkley Accuses Lakers of Tanking, Questions Luka Doncic’s MVP Case

The frustration around the Los Angeles Lakers is starting to spill beyond the locker room. After a narrow loss to the Phoenix Suns yesterday, tension has mounted over the team’s recent form and superstar guard Luka Doncic.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

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NBA News / Field Level Media / February 27

Lakers, Warriors jockeying for position in crowded Western Conference

California counterparts jockeying for Western Conference playoff positioning meet on Saturday in San Francisco when the Golden State Warriors host the Los Angeles Lakers.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 27

JJ Redick says Lakers’ losses are ‘louder’ than other teams’ losses

The good thing about the Lakers is that when things are going well, the attention the franchise receives is more than virtually anyone else in sports gets.

Lamar Odom News / Lakers Nation / February 27

Lamar Odom Believes He Would Be In Hall Of Fame If Not For Drug Addiction

In terms of pure talent, Lamar Odom was one of the most gifted basketball players of his generation. He had point guard skills at 6’10 with an excellent handle and court vision while also being capable of scoring at all three levels.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27

Colin Cowherd draws up ‘Hollywood’ comparison for LeBron James-Lakers relationship

With immense speculation about the Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James, sports analyst Colin Cowherd gives a blunt take about the relationship between the team and player.

Byron Scott News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 27

Byron Scott Rips LeBron’s ‘Laughable’ NBA Take, Says It’s Time to Leave Lakers

Only 24 regular-season games remain on the schedule for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2025-26 campaign, and things are starting to get rough in the final stretch, with the team losing three straight games while continuing to look lost defensively.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27

Former Lakers player thinks LeBron James should leave the team

A former Los Angeles Lakers player and coach thinks it is time for LeBron James to move on and find a new team. Byron Scott, who spent 11 years playing for the Lakers and another two as their coach, suggested it was time for James to leave the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 27

'More Excuses Than a Brother Going to Jail': Kendrick Perkins Says It’s Time for JJ Redick 'To Coach'

The return from the NBA All-Star break hasn’t been kind for the Los Angeles Lakers. In the four games the Lakers have played, they are 1-3. All three of those losses highlight one of the main issues with this team, which has remained consistent for the entire season: the defense.