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NBA News / Field Level Media / April 6
Lakers-Thunder rematch carries different vibe after L.A. injuries
When the Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers faced off Thursday in Oklahoma City, the matchup had plenty of buzz. The contest featured the top team in the Western Conference, a contender on a 13-1 run looking to knock off the defending champions, and two MVP candidates.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
Details surface on Luka Doncic’s unusual injury treatment
Luka Doncic is going experimental as he attempts to return to the lineup as soon as humanly possible. The Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic was diagnosed last week with a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 6
Former NBA Star Shaquille O'Neal Announces Career Move on Monday
Fans will witness the start of a new basketball league this summer, spearheaded by former Los Angeles Lakers star Shaquille O'Neal. In the past, O'Neal has been a judge on the TNT Sports show, "The Dunk King." It's a show where some of the top dunkers compete for the top spot and earn $100,000.
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Lakers Injury Report: Marcus Smart Out, LeBron James Questionable Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are listing LeBron James (left foot injury management) as questionable and Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) as out for Tuesday night’s home contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Shaquille O’Neal & TNT Sports Launch World’s First Professional Dunk League
Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) and TNT Sports, in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, will launch DUNKMAN – the world’s first professional league in the sport of dunking.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 6
Stephen A. Smith Hits LeBron James, Lakers With Harsh Reality
On Sunday, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers got a taste of what life will be like over the next few weeks. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both sat out for the first time after sustaining major injuries.
Luka Doncic News / Last Word On Sports / April 6
Luka Doncic ‘Doing Everything He Can’ to Expedite Return to Lakers
Days after Luka Doncic was diagnosed with a Grade 2 hamstring strain—which typically carries a recovery timeline of 4-6 weeks—the Lakers star is reportedly going to great lengths to speed up the process, aiming to return during LA’s playoff run.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
South Bay Lakers’ Season Ends With Loss In G League Western Conference Finals
The Los Angeles Lakers’ G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, saw their season come to an end in the Western Conference Finals on Sunday night, falling to 101-97 to the Stockton Kings.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
ClutchPoints’ NBA MVP Mondays: Who is left after Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham injuries?
Are there actually enough players left to have a real, legitimate top five in the NBA MVP rankings? With Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham, and Anthony Edwards all suffering injuries that will prevent them from reaching the 65-game minimum for awards and accolades, the 2025-26 NBA season has done a number on the MVP race.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / April 6
Lakers’ Luka Doncic reportedly in Spain, aiming to accelerate recovery timeline
The Lakers are facing an uphill climb entering the postseason, but Luka Doncic is doing what he can to change the timeline. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Doncic has traveled to Spain to undergo a procedure aimed at accelerating his recovery from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
The trait Lakers guard Luka Doncic had gave Mark Cuban full confidence in drafting him
While Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic undergoes special hamstring treatment in Europe, Dallas Mavericks’ Mark Cuban reflected on when the organization decided to trade up in the 2018 NBA Draft.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 6
Lakers’ JJ Redick on injuries to Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves: ‘Extend the season’
The Lakers were rolling. Then Thursday happened. A blowout loss to the Thunder turned into something much worse, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both going down with significant injuries.
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 6
Can the Lakers sign a free agent after Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves injuries? 
The Lakers got a double dose of bad news over the weekend as both Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) are done for the regular season. Their status for the opening round of the playoff remains murky at best as well, although they’re both aiming to return as evidenced by Luka heading to Europe to attempt to expedite his recovery.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Details On Luka Doncic’s Procedure In Spain
When Luka Doncic was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, it seemingly marked the end of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season. Doncic had been playing at an MVP level before getting hurt against the Oklahoma City Thunder, a cruel twist of fate for the Lakers star.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers hit a brutal stretch last Thursday, and the timing could not be worse. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with injuries during a 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 6
Luke Kennard Opens Up on Stepping Up During Lakers Injury Crisis
The Los Angeles Lakers lost Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to injuries within 48 hours of each other, and suddenly, a guy known mostly for shooting threes was running the offense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news
The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with a ticking clock when it comes to Luka Doncic and his injured hamstring.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
LeBron James shares his honest reaction to Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries
LeBron James embodied every Los Angeles Lakers fan when he found out he was going to carry the team’s offense by himself. The Lakers veteran went from third option to first option in a matter of days over the weekend.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 5
JJ Redick outlines Lakers' plan amid Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries
The Los Angeles Lakers took another major hit on Saturday when the team announced guard Austin Reaves will miss the rest of the regular season with a Grade 2 oblique strain.
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