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'How Can I Still Be Effective?': LeBron James Reveals the Question That Shaped His Game From 2003 to 2026

In years past, size and strength would have carried more weight, if you’ll forgive the pun. It’s not that today’s players can’t benefit by being big and strong but basketball has changed so much that even they are far from your prototypical big men.

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Jaxson Hayes Discusses Eastbay Dunk In Win Over Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their recent winning ways on Monday night defeating the Chicago Bulls for their fourth win in five games. Luka Doncic

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 27

Lakers’ Jake LaRavia laughs off Jaxson Hayes’ Eastbay dunk – ‘It was alright’

On Monday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up an impressive road win over the Chicago Bulls, pushing their record to 28-17 in the process. The story of the game was Luka Doncic, who scored 46 points in this one, taking over in the second half after LeBron James dropped 20 in the first half.

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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?

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Drew Timme News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 27

Drew Timme has unlocked two-big lineups for the Lakers

Down nine to start the second quarter in Denver, the team readied to go to the most unproductive bench in the league, scoring-wise. Seizing an opportunity in recent games, two-way center Drew Timme checks in for the Lakers in his new spot in the rotation next to fellow big man Deandre Ayton.

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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 27

JJ Redick Emphasizes Need To Allow Luka Doncic’s Creativity On Court

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is a generational offensive player, capable of single-handedly propping up a team no matter what kind of defense is in front of him.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 27

Luka Doncic & Rui Hachimura Catch Fire Against Bulls

Coming off an impressive come-from-behind victory against the Dallas Mavericks, the Los Angeles Lakers continued their road trip against the Chicago Bulls.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Lakers Legend Calls Rui Hachimura 'Captain' for Solving JJ Redick’s Major Headache

Rui Hachimura’s growing comfort in his role has started to show at the right time for the Los Angeles Lakers. Against the Dallas Mavericks, he drilled back-to-back three-pointers to spark the team’s biggest comeback win of the season.

Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / January 27

Video of Luka Doncic’s East Bay dunk emerges

Luka Doncic is an elite shot creator, but he’s not necessarily someone who plays above the rim. Still, he reminded his teammates and some reporters on Monday that he once pulled off an East Bay dunk as a teenager.

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Rui Hachimura News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Lakers Set Rui Hachimura Trade Price Amid Links to $4.5M Pelicans Star

The trade season always brings a lot of noise, and once the Los Angeles Lakers get involved, the volume only keeps rising. Recently, forward Rui Hachimura’s name has surfaced in chatter ahead of the February 5th deadline, paired with the same assumption that LA is willing to deal key rotation pieces if the return feels right.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 27

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Lakers end Bulls' winning streak

Luka Doncic scored 46 points and handed out 12 assists and LeBron James contributed 24 points as the Los Angeles Lakers earned a 129-118 win against host Chicago on Monday, ending the Bulls' four-game winning streak.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 26

Lakers Trade Rumors Involving Jonathan Kuminga Take a Drastic Turn

The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away, with a lot brewing around the league about potential deals and which notable players could be playing in a different uniform after Feb.

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 26

Lakers Coach JJ Redick Shares Unexpected Stance on NBA GOAT Debate

The GOAT debate in the NBA and in any professional sports is ongoing, as narratives change almost daily, with iconic players rising and falling in fans' and media rankings.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 26

Lakers still have plenty to figure out in search of real identity

We can safely say that while the Lakers are winning games, they still look far from true title contenders. Record aside, the profile is shaky, writes Khobi Price of the California Post.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 26

‘Next Year Is the Farewell Tour’: LeBron James Predicted to Announce Retirement

LeBron James’ final chapter with Los Angeles Lakers may be closer than fans expect, based on assumptions from former Lakers guard Lou Williams. Retirement chatter followed James all offseason after the Lakers ended the 2024-25 season with a 50–32 record, losing in the first round of the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / January 26

Rui Hachimura Willing To Come Off Bench

For most of his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura has been entrenched as a starter. Hachimura’s game has grown exponentially in this time as well as he has become the team’s most consistent 3-point shooter while greatly improving his rebounding and defensive effort.