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Mavericks Owner Patrick Dumont Apologized For Trade To Fan In Luka Doncic Lakers Jersey

It’s been almost a year since the Dallas Mavericks traded superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, and the effects of the most shocking deal in NBA history are still being felt.

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Lakers’ LeBron James Takes Major Next Step in Injury Recovery

The Lakers are off to a hot start this season with an 8-3 start thanks to dominant offensive showings from guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Lakers

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / November 12

LeBron James heads to G League for practice as Lakers eye return

LeBron James is officially taking a short trip down to the G League. As expected, the Lakers assigned James to their affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, on Wednesday so he could take part in a full-speed practice, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / November 12

Report: LeBron James ramping up, to practice with G League squad

LeBron James will participate in his first full practice of the season after he was officially assigned to the G League's South Bay Lakers on Wednesday, ESPN reported.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

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Lakers Around the Web

LeBron James injury update: Lakers star to practice with G League team as he inches closer to season debut · CBSSports.com

When is LeBron James coming back? Lakers star closing in on return date after sciatica injury · Sporting News

Luka Doncic helped Lakers avoid $80 million mistake before he was traded from Mavericks · Sporting News

Lakers' Austin Reaves sends strong message on future in LA, hints at potential paycut · Sporting News

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 12

LeBron James' Son's Career Update Emerges on Wednesday

Bryce James is facing a dilemma amid the early stages of his college career. Bryce, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, committed to Arizona with plenty of hype.

Bronny James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 12

Lakers' Bronny James Urged to Add One More Skill to Crack Rotation

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James is in his second year as an NBA player, and he entered the season with considerable anticipation regarding potential improvements.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 12

Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves stat proves Lakers don't need LeBron James anymore

The Los Angeles Lakers are still waiting for LeBron James to make his season debut. The four-time NBA champion is practicing with the G-League affiliate to ramp up his recovery after dealing with a sciatica injury for the past month or so.

Mavericks owner made surprising confession to fan about Luka Doncic trade

Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves have something to prove vs. Thunder

LeBron James to be assigned to G League as season debut nears

The 25 greatest NBA duos of all time

The 'NBA's all-time 30-point game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 12

Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Praise Rui Hachimura’s Two-Way Play

It’s easy to miss what Rui Hachimura is doing for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2025-26 season as he’s been a key figure in almost all of their wins thus far.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / November 12

Austin Reaves Not Trying To Get Every Dollar Possible On Next Contract

Austin Reaves has been one of the most exciting developments for the Los Angeles Lakers as the guard is breaking out again. With LeBron James sidelined to begin the 2025-26 season, Reaves has taken his game to another level.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12

Three worst decisions former Mavericks GM Nico Harrison made

Harrison's tenure with Dallas is riddled with terrible moves beyond the Luka Doncic trade.

Mavericks owner made surprising confession to fan about Luka Doncic trade

Nico Harrison damage won't be easy to undo for Mavericks

Nico Harrison was doomed by more than Luka Doncic trade

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / November 12

Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves have something to prove vs. Thunder

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue to navigate life without LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are showing that -- when healthy -- they comprise one of the NBA's top backcourts.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 12

Luka Doncic: Lakers Can’t Wait For LeBron James To Return

Thanks to the outstanding play of the backcourt duo of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to an excellent start to the season.

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The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

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The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 12

Michelle Beadle Defends LeBron James, Goes After Stephen A. Smith’s ESPN Colleague in Ongoing Feud

Michelle Beadle hasn’t ever shied away from making her voice heard in the sports media landscape, and her latest comments continue that tradition. The

RJ Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

How Lakers training camp helped RJ Davis with ‘underrated’ skill

When NBA teams invite players to training camp, the harsh reality is the majority of them don’t really have a chance at making the team’s final roster.

Rui Hachimura News / Fadeaway World / November 11

Rui Hachimura Is Having The Best Season Of His Career With The Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have found a new offensive cornerstone in Rui Hachimura, whose breakout 2025–26 campaign has transformed him from a role player into one of the NBA’s most efficient and consistent forwards.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / November 11

Lakers Predicted to Turn Nothing Into FIBA MVP

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers have stumbled into an unexpected opportunity. When news broke about LeBron James’ sciatica, it seemed like disaster.