Los Angeles Lakers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Bronny James’ future with Lakers is in doubt

The Los Angeles Lakers made a move Thursday that will raise speculation about Bronny James’ future with the organization. James was one of two players assigned to the Coachella Valley Lakers, the team’s G League affiliate.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Zach LaVine: Luka Doncic Doesn’t Get Enough Credit For How Good He Is

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic continued his unreal start to the season with yet another 40-point performance in his team’s victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5

Lakers’ Luka Doncic follows LeBron James’ path after betting company’s ad

The Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a strong start to the season, currently sitting at 7-2 thanks to a red-hot shooting stretch from Luka Doncic.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 5

Bob Iger’s son announced to broadcast LA Lakers affiliate just as Bronny James reassigned to G League

A double announcement related to the Lakers’ G League team has emerged. LA Lakers fans are still awaiting the formal completion of the team’s takeover.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Bob Iger's Son Lands Broadcasting Role Amid $12.5 Billion Lakers Sale

It turns out Bob Iger isn’t the only member of his family who’ll be affiliated with the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward. Roughly two months before the start of the 2026-27 season, Mark Walter agreed to sell the Lakers to a group led by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for reportedly $12.5 billion.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Walker Kessler Admits He Came Out Flat Vs. Domantas Sabonis & Kings

One player who has given the Los Angeles Lakers a ton of trouble over the past few seasons has been Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis. There was some hope that new Lakers center Walker Kessler would put an end to that, but that was not the case during the first three quarters of Wednesday night’s contest.

WNBA News

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NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 5

Lakers assign Bronny James, Cameron Carr to G League

Bronny James is headed to the G League, where the Lakers can give him something more useful than a seat on the bench. Namely, playing time. The Lakers have assigned James and rookie guard Cameron Carr to the Coachella Valley Lakers ahead of Friday’s season opener in Palm Desert, as relayed by Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Luka Doncic Explains Incident Wit Official That Led To Fan Ejection Lakers’ Win Over Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers continued to roll with a 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, led by yet another dominant performance from Luka Doncic.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Luka Doncic Explains Incident With Official That Led To Fan Ejection Lakers’ Win Over Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers continued to roll with a 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, led by yet another dominant performance from Luka Doncic.

NBA News / HITC / November 5

Skip Bayless emphatically tears down LeBron James’ entire spell with the LA Lakers, ‘completely overrated’

LeBron James’ spell with the Los Angeles Lakers ended earlier in 2026. Skip Bayless has described his eight years as ‘completely overrated’. LeBron James spent eight years with the LA Lakers between 2018 and 2026.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5

The Lakers are ‘surfing the wave’ of Luka Dončić’s crazy scoring run right now

It’s like déjà vu all over again: Luka Dončić scored at least 40 points and the Los Angeles Lakers rode a vibrant offensive attack to victory. For the fifth time in six games, Dončić eclipsed the 40-point barrier during Los Angeles’ 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Austin Reaves Vows To Fix Early-Season Turnover Issues

Coming into this season, there was a lot of pressure on Austin Reaves as he was firmly placed in the number two role alongside superstar Luka Doncic and finally received his big payday from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / November 5

JJ Redick Happy With Lakers’ Defensive Progress

The Los Angeles Lakers did not have a stellar offensive performance in their victory over the Sacramento Kings as their 116 points scored were their second-fewest of the season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Lakers’ 3 Best Trade Assets Show How Limited Their Options Are For A Major Move

After a disappointing end to their campaign last season, the Los Angeles Lakers underwent a significant transformation this season. From the acquisition of Walker Kessler to signing others like Collin Sexton, Ziaire Williams, and Sandro Mamukelashvili, the Purple and Gold made considerable upgrades.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Lakers’ New Signing Embraces Limited Role, Vows To Do The ‘Dirty Work’

A hard screen that gives Luka Doncic an extra step, or a defensive rebound that ends a possession, might be all Lawson Lovering is asked to deliver in a short stint.

Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / November 5

Luka Doncic defends female referee after fan throws basketball at her, helps get him escorted from arena

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luke Doncic is constantly criticized for complaining to NBA referees. On Monday night against the Sacramento Kings, though, instead of yelling at a ref, he was defending one.

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