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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 8
Luka Doncic Appreciates LeBron James Letting Him Be Himself
From the moment the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Luka Doncic, there were questions about how he and LeBron James would work together. Both are outstanding talents with incredible basketball IQs who are used to operating with the ball in their hands as the primary creator.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8
Luka Doncic makes confession about his late-season injury
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is pointing the finger at himself over the injury that severely limited him in the NBA Playoffs. Doncic tried to absolve coach JJ Redick of blame for the hamstring injury he suffered during a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in an April 2 regular season game.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / October 8
Luka Doncic on NBA Europe: ‘There should be one league’
Luka Doncic knows European basketball about as well as any NBA superstar. And when it comes to the league’s plans for NBA Europe, the Lakers star sees one fairly obvious problem.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 8
How will the NBA’s new focus on push-offs impact the Lakers? 
This preseason, the NBA and its officials released their Points of Emphasis for the 2026-27 season and one of the most-discussed sections was off-arm push-offs by offensive players.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8
JJ Redick clarifies bold ‘fit’ comment that seemed like shot at LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers got their first look at some of their new players this week amid back-to-back preseason games against the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors, their first post-LeBron James roster.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 8
Luka Doncic Doesn’t Feel Added Pressure As Face Of Lakers Franchise
This offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers was all about Luka Doncic. Many are marking this as the start of a new era for the franchise as the front office remade the roster around him, bringing in what they believe are the types of players that best fit around him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 8
Austin Reaves Wants Fans To Trash Talk Luka Doncic To Unlock Another Level Of His Game
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has come up with an unusual idea to bring out the best in superstar teammate Luka Doncic. Having witnessed how the Slovenian guard responds to criticism and trash talk, Reaves jokingly admitted that he has considered paying fans to provoke Doncic during games.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 8
Luka Dončić sounds thrilled to have Ziaire Williams, Matisse Thybulle on the Lakers
In the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-103 win over the Sacramento Kings Monday night, head coach JJ Redick praised his team’s defense, particularly its ability to generate 27 turnovers.
LeBron James News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 8
Luka Dončić said LeBron James reached out when he left the Lakers
After spending seven years as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James departed in free agency this summer and signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on a veteran minimum contract worth $7.9 million total over two seasons.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / October 8
JJ Redick Doubles Down On Lakers Being Championship Contenders
JJ Redick appears to have no shortage of belief in the new-look Los Angeles Lakers. He made early comments about the roster being the best-fitting group in his three years at the helm of the franchise, and said that he sees the purple and gold developing into championship contenders this season.
Kobe Bryant News / Fadeaway World / October 8
Kobe Bryant Once Made Lakers Teammates Take Off His Shoes Mid-Game Because They Didn’t Deserve To Wear Them
The late Kobe Bryant was one of the greatest players of all time, and while it was an honor to be his teammate, you also needed to have thick skin to play with him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 8
Two Lakers players could be heading for the exit after Robert Horry warning
Two Los Angeles Lakers players could be heading towards the exit after seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry identified Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt as the players most likely to be moved before the regular season.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 8
Max Contract Won’t Change Austin Reaves’ Mindset
There are a lot of new faces on the Los Angeles Lakers this season, and many players from last year’s squad who are no longer with the team. But one player who the front office made sure to retain was guard Austin Reaves, who signed a new four-year, $185 million deal to remain with the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 8
Nick Young Questions Lakers’ Title Chances: 'I Don’t Know About The Trump Lakers; It’s Too White'
The Los Angeles Lakers underwent some massive changes this offseason. Aside from the sudden change in ownership, which saw Bob Iger and Josh Kushner take over operations, L.A.
Nick Young explains why LeBron James and Kobe Bryant are ahead of Michael Jordan in the GOAT debate
Nick Young had the chance to play with Kobe Bryant and against LeBron James, and considers both of them better players than Michael Jordan. Young was on the Lakers during Bryant’s final years in the NBA.
Dalton Knecht News / Fadeaway World / October 8
Dalton Knecht’s Lakers Future Could Be Decided By Two October Deadlines
The 2026 offseason was an exciting period for the Los Angeles Lakers. With several new additions, the Purple and Gold acquired the necessary reinforcements to build around the core of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 8
Lakers Governor Jeanie Buss’ family rift grows as siblings issue scathing letter after $12.5 billion sale
The Los Angeles Lakers sale drama continues to unfold publicly after incumbent Governor Jeanie Buss’ siblings issued a statement after a legal challenge against Jeanie.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8
1 Lakers player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp
The Los Angeles Lakers overhauled their roster this offseason, as they got their first opportunity to fully build around Luka Doncic after their bombshell trade for him in February 2025.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 8
‘I’m selling it’ – Nick Young reveals how one item from Kobe Bryant’s last NBA game is his ‘401K’
Nick Young is Kobe Bryant’s former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, and he recently shared what item he keeps with him from the legend’s last game which is like his insurance.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 8
Lakers Notes: Quentin Grimes, Luka Doncic, Jaden Hardy, camp battles
Quentin Grimes is giving the Lakers reason to believe he can handle plenty of responsibility alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The scoring has been there early.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 8
Lakers’ preseason uneven but ‘encouraging,’ JJ Redick says
There’s something worth watching with the Lakers beyond whether they win or lose these preseason games. Khobi Price of the California Post points to their defensive approach and some changes in how they use Luka Doncic as encouraging early signs, even after a strong showing against the Kings gave way to a rough night against the Warriors.
Jeanie Buss News / Yardbarker / October 7
Buss siblings push back on Jeanie Buss as Lakers sale nears NBA vote
Five of Jerry Buss' six children filed their formal opposition in court on Wednesday to Jeanie Buss' petition to stop the sale of the family trust's remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.
Cameron Carr News / TWSN / October 6
Cameron Carr Is Going to Shake Up the Los Angeles Lakers’ Rotation
Cameron Carr just gave the Los Angeles Lakers an encouraging look at what he could bring to their rotation in their 127-103 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 5
Draymond Green explains why Dalton Knecht has struggled with Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have to cut one player on a guaranteed deal before opening night, and all signs point to Dalton Knecht being the odd man out.
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