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LeBron James’ return to LA Lakers vs Jazz already proves big impact on Austin Reaves

LeBron James finally made his season debut for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. James had missed the entire preseason and the Lakers’ first 14 regular season games due to a sciatica problem.

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Rotation Trust Level: Finally back to full health

Injuries have tested the Lakers’ depth from the jump this season. After a summer when they looked to add more talent to its bench, the purple and gold then saw those reserves immediately placed into larger-than-expected roles with mixed results.

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The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

How many of the 30 players in NBA history to score in double-figures at least 1,000 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 19

LeBron James Discusses How He Felt Physically In Season Debut

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James made his season debut in Tuesday night’s win over the Utah Jazz, becoming the first player in NBA history to play in 23 seasons.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 19

LeBron James’ best chance to win another ring might actually be with the Lakers

After a summer of speculation about James' future, perhaps he is right where he needs to be as he tries to put the finishing touches on his illustrious career.

LeBron James shares his biggest challenge in returning from injury

LeBron James returns for 23rd NBA season as a super-charged role player

Key NBA players who have made leaps in 2025-26

The 20 greatest trash talkers in NBA history

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Deandre Ayton News / NBA Analysis Network / November 19

Deandre Ayton’s one stat shows how much he has improved with LA Lakers

Deandre Ayton is already close to surpassing a personal milestone after playing in just 14 games for the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a terrific start to the 2025-26 NBA season as they currently flaunt an 11-4 record in the loaded Western Conference.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 19

Luka Doncic Dominates In LeBron James’ Return Against Jazz

The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best teams to open the 2025-26 season despite missing LeBron James. James was forced to miss the start of the season due to a sciatica issue, but the Lakers star finally made his way back to the court during the team’s home game against the Utah Jazz.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 19

Luka Doncic snubbed Austin Reaves during postgame interview

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have both gotten off to career-best starts with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, and their relationship off the court appears to be thriving as much as it is on it.

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The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

The King’s Return Sparks a Lakers Offensive Onslaught as they Win 140-126

The air in the arena was thick with anticipation for the Lakers, a palpable buzz that had nothing to do with the usual Tuesday night crowd. This was different.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / November 19

Lakers Broadcasters Under Fire For Claiming Luka Doncic Is Faking An Injury And Only Busy Complaining To Officials

The Lakers faced the Jazz in what was LeBron James’ season debut for the franchise. While all eyes in the arena were fixed on LeBron, a significant number of their fans were also watching on their TV and league pass broadcasts at home.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 19

LeBron James returns for 23rd NBA season as a super-charged role player

LeBron James had a quiet scoring night in his belated 2025-26 debut. But for a Los Angeles Lakers team that started 10-4 in his absence, he's the perfect addition to a formidable-looking Lakers roster.

In LeBron James' historic season debut, Lakers storm past Jazz

Key NBA players who have made leaps in 2025-26

LeBron James shares his biggest challenge in returning from injury

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 18

Lakers HC JJ Redick Taking Iconic Approach Towards Motivating Deandre Ayton

The Los Angeles Lakers' season could hinge on the performance of center Deandre Ayton, who the team signed over the offseason. “We need the best version of him for us to be as good as we can be,” Lakers guard Austin Reaves told Dan Woike of The Athletic. “If he’s that, then we can be a really good team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 18