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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 22
Edwin’s Journal: The most Lakers week ever 
This recent week of Lakers basketball was so dramatic that it makes HBO’s show “Winning Time” look like a reality TV show. On the court, we had bad losses like falling to the Hornets in a game they made LaMelo Ball look like prime Steph Curry, allowing him to hit nine 3-pointers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Lakers’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that helps Luka Doncic, LeBron James
The 2026 NBA trade deadline is now a little over two weeks away, and Los Angeles Lakers fans await to see what, if any, moves the team will make. One of the main issues though, that’s been well-documented as of late, is the Lakers’ lack of attractive trade assets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 22
Kim Kardashian Addresses Luka Doncic Dating Rumors in First Public Statement
Kim Kardashian had raised some eyebrows when she apparently showed interest in Luka Doncic. Freshly traded to the Lakers in Feb of 2025, the 26-year-old seemingly received messages from the businesswoman.
The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 22
'Nobody Wanted to Go to the Lakers': Ex-LeBron James Teammate Gives Jeanie Buss Harsh Reality Check
The Los Angeles Lakers organization crashed in the mid-2010s after Kobe Bryant retired in 2016. They didn’t make it to the Conference Finals until one year after LeBron James arrived in 2018.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 22
Luka Doncic Looking Forward To Return Of Austin Reaves
One of the best and most endearing storylines surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers in the early part of the season was the budding bro-mance between backcourt partners Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 22
Stephen A. Smith’s Unusual Take On LeBron James Will Not Please ‘Friend’ Jeanie Buss
Inner circles described Jeanie Buss’s private frustration over LeBron James‘ influence in the LA Lakers. Klutch Sports, which also managed Anthony Davis, in particular, became a target for the governor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Former Lakers guard Isaiah Thomas calls out Rich Paul for Austin Reaves trade fiasco
The Los Angeles Lakers have been up and down in recent weeks, currently sitting 10 games over .500 around the halfway point of the 2025-26 NBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Rich Paul did not stutter Jeanie Buss-LeBron James rumors – ‘Who gives a s**t?’
The Los Angeles Lakers were recently put in the fire after an article was published about the power struggle of the Buss family, but more specifically, Jeanie Buss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 22
LeBron James Praises Drew Timme As High IQ Basketball Player
Despite being a three-time All-American and two-time WCC Player of the Year at Gonzaga, many people didn’t see Drew Timme as a legit NBA prospect. But after going undrafted in 2023, Timme shined in the G League and with the Brooklyn Nets in limited appearances last season.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / January 22
Marcus Smart Discusses Difficulties For Players Leading Up To Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their eight-game road trip with a big victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night and veteran Marcus Smart played a huge role in the comeback effort.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / January 22
Former Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss Is Not Happy With ESPN
Jeanie Buss, the current governor of the Los Angeles Lakers, might enter a war with ESPN in the coming weeks. Back in November, the Lakers removed Joey and Jesse Buss from their front office roles with the Lakers.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 22
LeBron James Unbothered By NBA All-Star Game Starting Streak Ending
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has a number of records that seem very unlikely to ever be broken and one of those was his streak of 21 consecutive seasons being named as a starter in the NBA All-Star Game.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / January 21
Luka Doncic, Lakers out to derail Clippers' hot stretch
One month into their midseason revival, the Los Angeles Clippers will mark the occasion by returning to the matchup where it all began with a visit from the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday at Inglewood, Calif.
Austin Reaves News / Total Pro Sports / January 22
Gilbert Arenas Believes Lakers Face a Tough Call on Austin Reaves as Roster Questions Grow
With the Los Angeles Lakers recently struggling, many basketball analysts have started to turn their attention to the team. That’s not entirely surprising because LA is one of the biggest markets in basketball.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 21
Jeanie Buss Reportedly Considered Trading LeBron James
Lakers governor Jeanie Buss harbored resentment toward LeBron James and considered trading him at one point, ESPN’s Baxter Holmes claims in a lengthy examination of the state of the franchise while it was under control of the Buss siblings.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 22
Rich Paul offers unexpected response to report about tension between LeBron James, Jeanie Buss
LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, insists another bombshell report about the Los Angeles Lakers forward is no biggie.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 21
Lakers face familiar deadline question: Is this roster good enough?
The Lakers are running out of runway to pretend this roster is finished. That’s the sense around the league as the trade deadline approaches, and it’s why rival executives are circling Los Angeles as a team to watch, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / January 21
Lakers desperately need Austin Reaves back during brutal road trip
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone 7-7 since Austin Reaves suffered a calf strain on Christmas Day. They're hoping to get the high-scoring guard back during one of their toughest stretches of the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 21
Cam Reddish To Play In G League
Former NBA lottery pick Cam Reddish is headed to the G League, sources tell Marc Stein of the Stein Line (Twitter link). According to Stein, Reddish has signed a G League contract.
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