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Watch: LeBron James, Anthony Davis Team Up For Prank On Draymond Green
LeBron James and Anthony Davis are no longer teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the two are still very close friends, as they were for their entire tenure together in L.A.
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?
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 / HITC / April 7
Klay Thompson’s father believes one WWE star has ‘cursed’ the LA Lakers amid injury crisis
Mychal Thompson has jokingly suggested that a WWE star may have “cursed” the Lakers, as the team continues to deal with a growing injury crisis at a crucial stage of the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Magic Johnson ‘Devastated’ By Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Injuries
The Los Angeles Lakers are without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves indefinitely. Doncic suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain last Thursday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Reaves a Grade 2 left oblique muscle strain on the same day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 7
Western Conference Standings Watch: The final week 
With the Western Conference a tight-knit race yet again this season, this series will look at the standings and games to watch across the league as the Lakers look to secure home court and move up the standings.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
JJ Redick Praises Job Luke Kennard Did As Primary Ball-Handler
With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out for the foreseeable future, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called upon Luke Kennard to become the team’s new lead guard.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / April 7
Stephen A. Smith: Lakers Have Zero Chance Of Advancing Past First Round Without Luka And Reaves
All was going well for the Los Angeles Lakers at the end of March, but then disaster struck in April. The Lakers have seen both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves suffer injuries that have ruled them out for the rest of the regular season.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Milwaukee Bucks Social Media Team Makes Apparent Response To LeBron James’ Criticism
LeBron James is certainly no stranger to the spotlight, be it for his continued high level of play at 41 years old, or comments on podcast appearances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Lead / April 7
The Lakers Are Now a Dream Playoff Matchup
The Los Angeles Lakers spent all of March fighting for seeding, flipping narratives, and proving they were a nightmare matchup for anyone in the West. Now, just five days into April, the third-seeded Lakers are the team everyone wants to see in the playoffs. Injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves made sure of that.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
JJ Redick Used ‘Information You Have’ With Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Decisions
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick may have claimed 50-win seasons in his first two years on the job, but even he will find it hard to make up for the losses of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Cooper Flagg: ‘Dream Come True’ To Match Up With LeBron James
Sunday’s meeting between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks was truly a showcase of the best of the previous generation against the face of the new one.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / April 7
NBA to Delay Post-Season Award Voting Process Over Luka Doncic Injury: Report
Luka Doncic is missing the NBA’s 65-game threshold by just one. That’s where the agony builds up. The six-time All-Star has had a season worth remembering.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / April 7
LeBron James Seemingly Takes a Shot at Lakers Over His Role In Fan Video
In the first game without guards, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers had to rely on LeBron James. The 41-year-old easily turned back the clock and dropped a near triple-double of 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 15 assists.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
The hidden gem that helped Lakers find undrafted steals like Austin Reaves
Over the past few years, the Los Angeles Lakers have been among the best in the NBA at finding undrafted gems who become key contributors. Alex Caruso helped the Lakers win the 2020 NBA title.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / April 7
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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