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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
JJ Redick ‘Hopeful’ To Get Jaxson Hayes & Marcus Smart Back Vs. Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers have been severely shorthanded to begin the 2025-26 NBA season. Head coach JJ Redick went into the season knowing that LeBron James,
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 28
JJ Redick compares Jrue Holiday to Warriors star after ‘mucking the game up’ vs LA Lakers
JJ Redick had plenty to say about Jrue Holiday after the Los Angeles Lakers’ defeat to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday. The Lakers’ offense struggled without Luka Doncic and LeBron James, despite Austin Reaves’ 41-point game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / October 28
Lakers' Dalton Knecht takes advantage of golden opportunity with LeBron James and Luka Doncic on the shelf
The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay above water at the start of the 2025-26 season with their two superstars out of action. In their absence, a handful of players are getting opportunities to show what they can do in an expanded role, and one of them is former Tennessee Vols start Dalton Knecht.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Lakers’ JJ Redick states the obvious amid LeBron James, Luka Doncic absences
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t sugarcoat the challenge his team faces without its two stars. Following Monday night’s 122-108 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, Redick acknowledged the offensive struggles that have emerged with both LeBron James and Luka Doncic sidelined.
Lakers Around the Web
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers Get Surprise Injury Update on LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to be wihtiou LeBron James, but the sooner they can get their franchise player back into action, the better. Ahead of the season, it was announced that James would miss the first few weeks of the regular season with the expectation that he could be back by mid-November.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / October 28
Bronny James Abysmal Start to The Season Has Fans Calling For Lakers To Move On
The start of the 2025-26 NBA season has been challenging for second-year Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James. Through the first few games, the son of superstar LeBron James has failed to make a significant impact on the court, leading to increased scrutiny from fans and analysts about his place on the roster.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Lakers’ Austin Reaves admits tough situation when stars are out after Blazers loss
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been the Lakers’ saving grace during their injury crisis, dropping 51 and 41 points on consecutive nights. But even his heroics weren’t enough against the Portland Trail Blazers, as the undermanned Lakers fell 122-108 on Monday.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 28
Why Deandre Ayton ‘loved’ what Deni Avdija and Trail Blazers did to him during LA Lakers loss
Deni Avdija had an interesting exchange with Deandre Ayton, and the LA Lakers center didn’t appreciate what his former teammate had to say. The Los Angeles Lakers couldn’t overcome their ever-increasing list of injuries, as they lost to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Austin Reaves News / Ball Exclusives / October 28
Austin Reaves shines again, Blazers prevail
The Austin Reaves show was back on Monday night. This was one day removed from a 51-point masterpiece in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory Sunday over the Sacramento Kings.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / October 28
The Trail Blazers Loved Talking Trash to Deandre Ayton
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton played his first game against his former team, the Portland Trail Blazers, on Monday night. He had a decent performance, getting 16 points and eight rebounds.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Lakers star Austin Reaves gets brutally honest on how ‘not fun’ loss to Blazers was
Austin Reaves was coming off a 51-point outing in an impressive 127-120 win for the Los Angeles Lakers over the Sacramento Kings. But he and the Lakers did not have much time to celebrate that incredible, career-best outing.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Lakers Injury News: Gabe Vincent To Miss 2-4 Weeks With Ankle Sprain
Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent drew rave reviews from people like head coach JJ Redick during training camp for his leadership on and off the floor, earning him a role in the rotation.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / October 28
JJ Redick Provides 'Hopeful' Update On Lakers’ Injury Status Despite Losing Key Veteran For 2-4 Weeks
Before the Lakers lost 108-122 to the Trail Blazers on the second night of a back-to-back, it was confirmed that they are currently heavily depleted and playing without stars earning over $130 million from their $195 million payroll.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 28
Lakers Threatened To Sue NBA Journalist For Allegedly Defaming Jeanie Buss, LeBron James And The Franchise
Amid all the uncertainty that Russell Westbrook faced this summer, some shocking information came out around the time he was finalizing his veteran deal with the Kings.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 27
Notable update emerges about LeBron James’ recovery
The Los Angeles Lakers may only need to survive for a few more weeks without the services of LeBron James. James, the Lakers superstar, is on track for a return to the lineup in mid-November, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported on Monday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 28
Why Is Marcus Smart Not Playing Today? Lakers vs Blazers Starting Line-Up With Injury News
The Lakers have officially entered a state of survival mode. For tonight’s game against Portland, Los Angeles will be without seven players, including Marcus Smart.
Paul Pierce News / 5 GOATs / October 27
Paul Pierce facing multiple criminal charges after arrest in Los Angeles
NBA champion and Basketball Hall of Famer Paul Pierce is facing two criminal charges stemming from his arrest earlier this month in Los Angeles, per TMZ Sports.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 27
Austin Reaves Holding 51-Point Performance Over Luka Doncic’s Head
There are some who questioned whether the backcourt combination of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves is one that can work long-term, especially defensively.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 27
Deandre Ayton Believes Austin Reaves Is Starting Figure Out His Game
Austin Reaves is, rightfully, getting all of the attention following the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Sacramento Kings. But lost in Reaves’ career-high 51 points and a near triple-double was center Deandre Ayton’s best performance with the Lakers so far.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 27
Four Takeaways As Lakers Endure Rollercoaster Opening Week
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers’ opening week of their 79th season has been nothing short of an emotional rollercoaster. A humbling defeat to Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors on opening night set an uneasy tone.
Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / October 27
Austin Reaves’ strong play a double-edged sword for Lakers
Reaves strong play is a boost for the Lakers, but could cause problems down the road.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 27
Deandre Ayton needed Lakers teammates to troll him to fire him up
Deandre Ayton was widely criticized for his underwhelming performances in the first two games of the new Los Angeles Lakers season. All that changed Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26
Lakers announce bad news about Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers are officially down to bare bones. The Lakers announced on Sunday that star Luka Doncic is set to miss at least one week due to a left finger sprain as well as a left lower leg contusion.
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