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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Marcus Smart Feeling Great & Excited For Start Of Lakers Season
Marcus Smart’s first training camp and preseason with the Los Angeles Lakers has been less than ideal as he was limited by Achilles tendinopathy and then an illness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Lakers Waive RJ Davis, Augustas Marčiulionis, Anton Watson & Nate Williams
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have waived RJ Davis, Augustas Marčiulionis, Anton Watson and Nate Williams. Davis and Marčiulionis were originally signed by the Lakers on July 26, 2025.
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 18
'Tired Leads to More Temper Tantrums': Rachel Nichols Believes ‘Skinny’ Luka Doncic Will Be More Disciplined
As the 80th NBA season edges closer, Lakers fans have plenty to be excited about. Sure, LeBron James’ sciatica diagnosis has everyone a bit on edge, but with ‘skinny’ Luka Doncic already shedding 30 pounds, the purple and gold nation can start dreaming again.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Luka Doncic: Lakers Need To Improve Physicality
Luka Doncic shined in the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason finale, playing 32 minutes and finishing with 31 points, five rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal on 8-of-16 shooting.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 18
Lakers' Luka Doncic Wants to Play With LeBron James Past This Season: Report
LeBron James is entering unprecedented territory. Approaching his 23rd season, it's unheard of for an NBA player to be playing at an All-Star level this deep into what's been an incredibly illustrious career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 18
JJ Redick Explains Decision To Include Gabe Vincent In Lakers Starting Lineup
JJ Redick treated the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason finale as a dress rehearsal on Friday night, playing regular rotations for a majority of the game for the first time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 18
LeBron James Accused of Manipulating ESPN Reporter After Stephen A. Smith Exposes Old Wounds
Just when you thought the wounds were healing, Stephen A. Smith spoke up. Well, you’ll say he always does, especially when he has to talk about LeBron James.
Frank Vogel News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Frank Vogel: Lakers Were Winning 2020 NBA Championship ‘No Matter What’
Despite many who played inside the bubble in 2020 calling it one of the most difficult experiences of their career, there are still some who choose try and invalidate the championship the Los Angeles Lakers won that season led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 18
Lakers Notes: Big Man Suffers Injury, Starting Lineup Revealed, Bronny James Hurt
Los Angeles Lakers big man Jaxson Hayes suffered an injury during the final preseason game. He sustained a right wrist contusion and was forced to exit the contest early.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 18
Kevin Durant Blamed LeBron James, Dwyane Wade For Manipulating James Harden To Leave OKC
In Season 2 of the ‘Starting 5’ Netflix docu-series, Kevin Durant spoke about how he felt when James Harden initially left the Thunder to join the Rockets.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Lakers Injury News: X-Rays Negative After Jaxson Hayes Suffers Wrist Contusion Against Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Jaxson Hayes suffered a wrist contusion in the loss to the Sacramento Kings. Hayes was ruled out for the second half with the injury.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Marcus Smart Feels Great Playing for the Los Angeles Lakers
Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers have made some key moves that could propel them to surprise title contention. They are not the favorites to win the Western Conference, but they have a shot to do so.
Deandre Ayton News / Hardwood Heroics / October 18
'Is He Really Going to Roll?' – Former Los Angeles Lakers Guard Questions Deandre Ayton’s Fit With the Team
The Los Angeles Lakers signed Deandre Ayton this offseason to bolster their frontcourt depth, but not many are sold on the idea that the former No. 1 overall pick is the long-term solution at the center position.
Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Lakers Announce Jaxson Hayes Injury Update Before NBA Season
The Los Angeles Lakers ended their preseason run with a loss, as they bowed to the Sacramento Kings 117-116, despite another strong effort from superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Frank Vogel News / Fadeaway World / October 18
Frank Vogel Defends Lakers’ 2020 Championship
Frank Vogel is putting the asterisk talk to rest. Speaking with The Athletic, the former Lakers head coach defended the legitimacy of the 2020 championship, saying his team was the best in the league all season and would have won the title no matter where the games were played.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 17
Austin Reaves Could Sign $240 Million Contract With Lakers Next Offseason
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is entering the fifth season of his NBA career. It's been quite the ride for Reaves, as he went undrafted in
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Jazz waive former first-rounder, two other players
The Jazz have released Mo Bamba, Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, the team announced in a press release.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17
Steve Nash skeptical of Lakers’ Deandre Ayton’s fit with Luka Doncic
Former NBA star and Hall of Famer Steve Nash expressed doubts about how effectively Deandre Ayton will mesh with Luka Doncic as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to open the 2025-26 regular season next week.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 17
Eastern Conference contender named best landing spot for LeBron James
Despite opting into his $52.6 million player option this summer, LeBron James' future with the Lakers has been a prominent discussion point.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 17
Luka Doncic's greatness forcing players to switch nationalities
Lakers star Luka Doncic's gravitational pull extends beyond the basketball court, where defenders rush in hordes to try and stop him. Even his teammates are drawn to his greatness.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health
LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.
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