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Pistons' conquest of Lakers showcases team's strengths

With a 128-106 dismantling of the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday night, the Detroit Pistons showed why they are top dogs in the NBA’s Eastern Conference.

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'Not Gonna Be A Superstar Guy': Rich Paul Defends LeBron James And Luka Doncic’s Lackluster Defense

The Los Angeles Lakers, after a solid start to the 25/26 season, were served a piece of humble pie in the month of December, and currently have a 4-6 record in the last 10 games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 31

LeBron James’ Agent Interestingly Plays Both Sides In ‘Michael Jordan Vs LBJ Last Shot’ Debate

The LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan debate will never die. Everyone has their own criteria, their own memories, and their own moments they point to when choosing between His Airness and The King.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 31

The Lakers can’t beat good teams this season

LOS ANGELES — Watching the Lakers play against good teams this year is like watching a rerun of your favorite TV show where you know what’s going to happen.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / December 31

Luka Doncic: Lakers Could’ve Matched Pistons’ Physicality Better

The Los Angeles Lakers ended 2025 with yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons. Luka Doncic led the way with 30 points and 11 assists and the Lakers stuck with Detroit for most of three quarters before getting dominated in the fourth as things fell apart.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 31

JJ Redick Believes Lakers Are Still Trying To Figure Out Their Identity

After a strong start, the Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of their roughest stretch of the season so far. After yet another blowout loss, this time to the Detroit Pistons, JJ Redick’s squad is heading into 2026 having lost four of their last five games and seven of their last 12, all coming by double-digits.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 31

Cade Cunningham Over Luka Doncic? Former All-Star Makes a Case for Picking Pistons Guard Over Lakers Star

Throughout his 8 years in the NBA, Luka Doncic has proven that he is among the top-five players in the league. This season, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar hasn’t missed a beat en route to yet another dominant campaign.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 31

LeBron James Willing To Play More On-Ball

LeBron James has taken on a completely different role this season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After missing the first 14 games of the year, James has mostly played off-ball role with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves being the primary creators for the team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Rich Paul denies ever influencing Lakers decisions through LeBron James

Throughout LeBron James’ career, his friend and agent Rich Paul has been at his side. Over the summer, he was instrumental in James signing a $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers for another year. Recently, Paul said that the Lakers weren’t a championship-caliber team despite James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reeves on the roster.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

3 shocking stats that show Lakers are nowhere as good as record entering 2026

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers continued their losing ways with a brutal home loss to the Detroit Pistons by a score of 128-106. Any concerns about the Lakers’ defense were not quelled with this performance, and it wasn’t a great game from LeBron James on his 41st birthday, scoring 17 points in the loss.