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Luka Doncic Goes Off Against Timberwolves For First Win Of Season

After a round Opening Night showing against the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves in a rematch of their first round playoff series.

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LeBron James Rocks Arizona Jersey and Classic Nike Sneakers at Lakers Game

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

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LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

Ex-NBA player says LeBron James’ camp makes calls to silence the media

Former NBA point guard Jeff Teague, a 2009 first-round pick who played from 2009 to 2021, has reignited controversy over LeBron James’ influence around the league.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Luka Doncic Rejects Steph Curry Comparison After Lakers' First Win

Luka Doncic scored 49 points, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-110 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Doncic set a Lakers franchise record with 92 points in his first two games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 25

Doncic draws Chamberlain comparisons for start to NBA season

Luka Doncic draws Wilt Chamberlain comparisons for start to NBA season

You know a player is operating at an elevated level when they put up numbers like Chamberlain, the greatest statistical monster in NBA history. Doncic is doing just that through the first two games of the new season.

Luka Doncic pours in 49 to carry Lakers past Timberwolves

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 25

Luka Dončić is making a case as the best player in the NBA

LOS ANGELES – El Matador. Wonder Boy. El Niño Maravilla. Luka Magic. These are just a few of Luka Dončić’s nicknames. Each of them is meant to capture an aspect of his greatness, but maybe instead of a catchy slogan, we can just call Luka what he is: the best player in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 25

Kendrick Perkins Confesses His LeBron James Bias in the GOAT Debate

The debate surrounding LeBron James’ GOAT status isn’t just limited to those watching the King play. Even his former teammates and rivals in the league join in, giving reasons both for and against the argument.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / October 25

Watch: Bron repping his son Bryce ❤️

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Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / October 25

Luka Doncic pours in 49 to carry Lakers past Timberwolves

Luka Doncic scored 32 of his 49 points in the first half and added 11 rebounds with eight assists as the Los Angeles Lakers turned a productive shooting night into a 128-110 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 25

Luka Doncic Drops 49 To Lead Lakers To Revenge Victory Over Timberwolves

After dropping their season opener, the Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Friday night, hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

Why Lakers’ Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton already share strong bond

The Los Angeles Lakers are still finding chemistry with the new players on their team, and it looks like things are coming along easily. For Deandre Ayton, he has some familiar faces that he knows on the team, one of whom includes Rui Hachimura from some time ago.