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Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers are listing Luka Doncic (personal) and Marcus Smart (lower back injury management) as out for the team’s contest against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.

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Former Laker Elden Campbell, dies at 57

Elden Campbell, a 15-year NBA veteran who played with the Lakers for the first eight and a half seasons of his career, has died at age 57. The cause of his death is currently not known.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Luka Doncic Makes Hilarious Confession Ahead of Lakers vs Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been the primary beneficiaries of a world class season from star guard Luka Doncic. Through 16 games, Doncic is averaging the most points in the NBA with 35.3, while adding 8.9 rebounds (19th in the NBA) and 8.9 assists (fourth in the NBA).

Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 3

Rui Hachimura felt the Lakers didn’t play as together in loss to Suns

There weren’t many Lakers highlights in their contest against the Suns, but Rui Hachimura was essentially not involved offensively at all. Hachimura had just one shot attempt in the game, which is shocking considering he averages 10 per game.

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Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Magic Johnson & Other Lakers React To Death Of Elden Campbell

The entire Los Angeles Lakers family was devastated to learn of the passing of former center Elden Campbell at the age of 57 years old. The cause of death is currently unknown, but Campbell was a beloved member of the Lakers during his time with the team in the 1990s.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Lakers ‘One Trade Away’ From Contending, NBA Insider Claims

The Los Angeles Lakers saw their seven-game win streak snap Monday night with a 125-108 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Their offense had its worst performance since facing Oklahoma City in mid-November, when they put up just 92 points.

Jarred Vanderbilt News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 3

Rotation Trust Level: Is it time for Jarred Vanderbilt to get another chance?

The biggest story of the last week-plus of the Lakers’ rotation, outside of the short-term injury to Marcus Smart, has been Jarred Vanderbilt. Once a key piece of a rotation that made the Western Conference Finals, Vando has been on the outside looking in for the last six games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Watch: LeBron James Calls Nikola Jokic Most Dominant & Complete Player He’s Played Against

LeBron James wants to finish career competing for championships, and he might get that opportunity with the Los Angeles after a strong start to the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 3

Former Lakers Center Passes Away at Age 57

A former 1990s-era Los Angeles Lakers big man has died far too young. Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times reports that ex-NBA center Elden Campbell has passed away, of unknown causes, at age 57.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Scoop B / December 3

AR-15’s Rise: Austin Reaves on Lakers, LeBron James & Luka Dončić Dynamics, and Arkansas Hoops Royalty

The story of Austin Reaves is a potent blend of small-town humility and big-stage confidence, a narrative that has captivated the Los Angeles Lakers fanbase and the wider NBA community.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 3

Dwyane Wade Points Out One Unfair Advantage Michael Jordan Has Over LeBron James in His GOAT Debate

The NBA is a perpetual debate-churning enterprise, providing a steady stream of things for fans to pore over, dissect, and discuss. For instance, it has been a fascinating start to the season with some surprising teams at or near the top of the standings.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Deandre Ayton Feels Suns Wanted Win More Than Lakers

Deandre Ayton faced off against his former team the Phoenix Suns, but unfortunately he and the Los Angeles Lakers wound up taking a 125-108 loss. It was a tough night for all the Lakers players, including Ayton who finished with just 12 points and nine rebounds.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Former Lakers Center Elden Campbell Dies At Age 57

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Elden Campbell has died at the age of 57, according to a report from the L.A. Times. Campbell was 57 years of age and the cause of the death is not known.

Chris Paul News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Why Lakers’ couldn’t sign Chris Paul until mid-January

The Los Angeles Lakers may have emerged as the most logical landing spot for Chris Paul after his shocking late-night departure from the Los Angeles Clippers, but the timeline complicates everything.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 3

Former Teammate Thinks LeBron James Doesn’t Like Playing With Luka Doncic

LeBron James made the headlines for all the wrong reasons after the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 125-108 loss to the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena on Monday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 3

Former Lakers Center Elden Campbell Passes Away At 57

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Elden Campbell reportedly passed away at the age of 57. While little is known about the cause of death, the former Lakers and Pistons big man was certainly a memorable personality in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Former Lakers big man Elden Campbell passes away at 57

Elden Campbell, a forward/center who was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and won a championship with the Detroit Pistons in 2004, has passed away at the age of 57, per Broderick Turner of the LA Times.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

JJ Redick looked upset at LeBron James for laughing with Suns players during Lakers blowout

JJ Redick could not hide his annoyance with LeBron James on Monday as the Los Angeles Lakers were getting blown out by the Phoenix Suns. The Lakers trailed the Suns 94-73 with about a minute left in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

J.J. Redick News / HITC / December 2

JJ Redick bizarrely compares LA Lakers performance to Michael Jordan’s Space Jam

JJ Redick likened the LA Lakers to the Monstars from Space Jam, and not in a good way. LA Lakers head coach JJ Redick is known to be harsh with his players whenever they lose a game in a bad way.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Lakers’ Seven-Game Winning Streak: Five Reasons Behind Surge

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have regained their identity with a decisive run of form. Their latest win over the Pelicans pushed the Lakers’ winning streak to a seven-game peak, marking their longest stretch of success since an eight-game burst earlier in the year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 1