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Draymond Green On Lakers Acquiring Luke Kennard: 'Defensively, How Do You Survive It'

Draymond Green didn’t mince words when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to acquire Luke Kennard. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, Green framed the move as a clear offensive upgrade while raising a blunt, unavoidable question about the other end of the floor.

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Cooper Flagg is not your ordinary rookie

There are great rookie seasons in the NBA that are etched into history. Every single one of the greats – LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic, and many more – have had awesome rookie seasons that are likely indicators of how their careers would pan out in the league.

LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / February 9

$330B Company Embarrasses LeBron James In Latest Project

The line between innovation and overreach keeps getting thinner, and this time it crossed into uncomfortable territory for one of the NBA’s most recognizable figures.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 9

Rob Pelinka hints at Lakers offseason blueprint inspired by Dodgers’ success

Pelinka opened up about how the Lakers plan to follow the Dodgers' blueprint as they rebuild their basketball operations.

Lakers signing G League’s No. 1 scorer

NBA announces competitors for Slam Dunk, Shooting Stars All-Star events

The '2021-22 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

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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 / Total Pro Sports / February 9

Bad Bunny Appears to Take Subtle Shot at LeBron James During Super Bowl Halftime Show

LeBron James has won four NBA titles so far. But somehow, that was not enough for Puerto Rican rapper, Bad Bunny. At the moment, when James’ retirement

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 9

Bad Bunny took a daring shot at LeBron James, the LA Lakers star must be outraged

Bad Bunny has reignited debate around basketball royalty after lyrics widely interpreted as a pointed swipe at LeBron James surfaced online. The moment caught attention not just because of the target, but because it continued a pattern of the global star inserting himself into sporting conversations that rarely stay quiet for long.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 9

Donovan Mitchell & James Harden planning to recruit LeBron James to Cavaliers

All eyes are on Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James this summer as he is currently on an expiring contract and has the ability to hit free agency for the first time in almost a decade.

Dalton Knecht News / Lakers Nation / February 9

Dalton Knecht Was ‘Shopped Aggressively’ At Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers were one of the teams expected to be active at the NBA trade deadline this year as they had a number of expiring contracts to part with in potential deals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 9

JJ Redick Applauds Luke Kennard’s Ability To Make Reads In Debut

Bench scoring has not been an area of strength for the Los Angeles Lakers, but they opted to bring in Luke Kennard at the trade deadline to help aid in that.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 9

LeBron James Pleased With Lakers’ Addition Of Luke Kennard

The Los Angeles Lakers welcomed their lone trade deadline acquisition to the lineup on Saturday, with sharpshooter Luke Kennard making his team debut. Kennard played 26 minutes off the bench, scoring 10 points on 4-of-7 from the field and 2-of-4 from three, doing what he does best next to LeBron James and a still-recovering Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

Candace Parker Makes Bold Luka Doncic MVP Pick, Urges NBA Not to 'Get Bored With Greatness'

Luka Doncic has raised tensions in the Los Angeles Lakers recently. Suffering from injuries, Austin Reaves recently shared a concerning update on the same.

Kobe Bryant News / EssentiallySports / February 9

New Lakers Star Makes Emotional Kobe Bryant Confession After $3.4M Deal

Over two decades, Kobe Bryant etched countless memories into Los Angeles Lakers lore, inspiring generations of fans and players alike. Current stars like Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic have openly shared their Mamba admiration, and now the team’s newest 22-year-old addition, Kobe Bufkin—yes, named after the legend himself—is joining the chorus.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 9

Did Bad Bunny Mention Luka Doncic, LeBron James In His Super Bowl Halftime Show?

Football wasn’t the only sport front and center at the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. With Bad Bunny headlining the main act, his diehard fans were waiting for a shoutout to his pal.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 9

Lakers to Reportedly Cut Ties With Bronny James, Urged to Create Separation From LeBron

Since “We Want Bronny” echoed through Barclays Center, Bronny James has not played in the last two games. His minutes per game, 6.7, are the lowest among current Lakers on the roster.

Luke Kennard News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Lakers’ Luke Kennard: ‘I will shoot it. I will be aggressive’

The Lakers may have only made one move at the deadline, but they believe it was the right one. Los Angeles sent Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to Atlanta in exchange for Luke Kennard, a deal the Lakers viewed as a clear upgrade in shooting.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Rob Pelinka: Lakers to add front office pieces this offseason

The Lakers are planning a front office overhaul, and president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka made it clear the model they’re studying sits across town.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

Los Angeles Lakers Lose Superstar Guard Just Before High-Stakes Thunder Clash

When healthy, the Los Angeles Lakers are an elite team. The trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James poses a huge problem for opponents. But the biggest issue they’ve had this season is injuries. LeBron missed the start of the season due to sciatica.

Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / February 8

Lakers Share Deandre Ayton Injury Update Before Thunder Game

The Los Angeles Lakers were shorthanded on Saturday night as they defeated the Golden State Warriors, 105-99. Deandre Ayton was out of action due to a knee injury.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / February 8

Lakers Announce Luka Doncic's Injury Status for Thunder Game

Luka Doncic was out of action for the Los Angeles Lakers in their last game. The six-time All-Star sat out L.A.’s 105-99 win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday due to a hamstring injury.

Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 8

Luke Kennard Shines in Lakers Debut, Embraces ‘Biggest Stage’ in NBA

On Saturday at Crypto.com Arena, the newly acquired sharpshooter Luke Kennard made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers against the visiting Golden State Warriors after being traded to the team by the Atlanta Hawks ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week.

Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / February 8