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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2
NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal Makes Feelings Clear About Los Angeles Lakers
Shaquille O'Neal is one of the most dominant players in NBA history. The best tenure of his career came when he won three straight titles with Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers (2000-02).
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2
Luka Doncic Makes Honest Statement About Former Mavs Teammate Kyrie Irving
On Wednesday night, Luka Doncic and the Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves (at home in Los Angeles) by a score of 103-96. The Lakers were shockingly eliminated from the 2025 NBA playoffs in just five games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2
LeBron James' Statement About Bronny Goes Viral After Timberwolves-Lakers Game
On Wednesday evening, the Lakers had their season come to a close when they lost to the Timberwolves (in Los Angeles) by a score of 103-96. LeBron James finished the final game of his 22nd NBA season with 22 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two steals while shooting 9/21 from the field in 40 minutes of playing time.
The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz
How many of the players with 400 or more assists in the 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2
Luka Doncic Makes Feelings Clear About JJ Redick After Timberwolves-Lakers Game
On Wednesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves (in California) by a score of 103-96. With the Game 5 loss, Luka Doncic and the Lakers were eliminated from the 2025 NBA playoffs.
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
J.J. Redick News / FirstSportz / May 2
JJ Redick claims Lakers were not in championship shape
The Los Angeles Lakers are now trying to figure out what went wrong in the first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Based on what they find, GM Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick must devise a plan to fix those problems.
Mark Williams News / Fadeaway World / May 2
Lakers Had Cold Feet And Worried They 'Overpaid' For Mark Williams; Medical Exam Was Only An Excuse, Per Report
After the Lakers were eliminated in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, many analysts across the league claimed the Lakers' lack of a conventional big man was the key reason why the Timberwolves were able to dominate them.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Former LeBron James Teammate Reveals Why He Wanted Lakers To Win Title
The Los Angeles Lakers were projected to compete for the championship this season after acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in February. However, the team lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs in five games. LeBron James hasn't won a title since 2020.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Lakers’ Timberwolves disaster puts pressure on Rob Pelinka to fix roster’s biggest flaws
Well, the Los Angeles Lakers’ season is now officially over. 50 wins, poof. JJ Redick’s well-earned goodwill, gone. Rob Pelinka’s victorious post-Luka Doncic trade tour has been postponed until further notice.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
4 early Los Angeles Lakers NBA free agency targets in 2025 offseason
Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ early exit in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, it was evident that the Lakers have pressing roster needs.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
LeBron James’ expected plan for his future is revealed
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers went out sad in this year’s playoffs, and in all likelihood, James will not be ending his career that way. Shams
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 1
The Lakers were brutally honest after losing to ‘better team’ in Wolves 
After the Wolves knocked them off in five games, the Lakers didn’t shy away from the fact that they lost to a better team. Before the Lakers-Wolves series even began, JJ Redick said Minnesota would provide problems for L.A.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Bobby Marks hits out at what he’s seen people say about Mark Williams and LA Lakers, speaks on trade plans
The Los Angeles Lakers are reeling after losing in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Bobby Marks outlined their biggest offseason need.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 1
Jalen Rose Takes Major Shot at Lakers' JJ Redick
The Los Angeles Lakers may have wrapped up their season on Wednesday, but that hasn’t stopped them from remaining a hot topic in basketball circles. Before Thursday’s Game 6 matchup between the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons, former NBA player and analyst Jalen Rose took a pointed jab at Lakers head coach JJ Redick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Lakers’ JJ Redick gets brutally honest on Rui Hachimura’s 2024-25 season
Despite the Los Angeles Lakers’ early playoff exit, head coach JJ Redick had high remarks for Rui Hachimura’s improvement throughout the past year. The Lakers saw their season end on Wednesday night, losing 4-1 in their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / May 1
Los Angeles Lakers Top the NBA’s Most Fashionable Teams List
The Los Angeles Lakers are officially out of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. On Wednesday night, Los Angeles dropped a 103-96 decision to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Reggie Miller had to 'calm down' JJ Redick during meeting, HC was behaving 'childishly'
Redick seemed to be particularly touchy about being questioned as a first-year head coach.
Lakers' Bronny James Drops Major Hint at When LeBron James Will Retire
Will LeBron James be back for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025-26? Luka Doncic is now unquestionably the club's offensive leader, unseating the 21-time All-Star power forward for the first time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / May 1
Charles Barkley points out what JJ Redick got wrong playing LeBron James as a center
When the Lakers traded for Luka Doncic in early February, there was a clear understanding that the Lakers were perhaps punting their 2024-25 season in an attempt to secure long-term stability.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
One key area Rob Pelinka must address to bolster Lakers' roster
Rob Pelinka and the Lakers front office have their work cut out for them, and adding a center should be their top priority this summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 1
All Eyes Now on Luka Doncic as Lakers Plot Their Offseason
The Lakers front office is making one thing clear: Luka Doncic is not just part of the plan — he is the plan. Now the question is, how long will he buy in?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
We haven't seen the last of LeBron James in the NBA
As has become ritual in recent years, LeBron James will enter the offseason with question marks hanging over his future in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
A five-step plan to fix the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, a disappointing end after the team's addition of Luka Doncic at the trade deadline. Here's a plan to get the team back on track.
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