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NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 27
Is Chris Paul Signing With the Lakers? Front Office Makes Final Decision on Veteran Amid Austin Reaves Injury
The LA Clippers abruptly waived Chris Paul on December 3. Since then, the veteran point guard has been wandering around the league without a jersey to put on.
Jake Laravia News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 27
Jake LaRavia says there’s a ‘disconnect’ among Lakers 
Earlier this season, the vibes were incredible for the Lakers. Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić were alternating 40-point games, role players were showing up nightly and wins were stacking up quickly.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 27
NBA insider gives ‘no chance’ verdict on LA Lakers and suggests only one way out
The Los Angeles Lakers are ending the year in a bit of a slump. The Los Angeles Lakers closed out Christmas Day with more questions than answers after suffering a heavy 119–96 loss to the Houston Rockets, spoiling Luka Dončić’s return from injury.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 27
LeBron James’ Inner Circle Reveals Lakers Star ‘Not Worried’ About JJ Redick’s Criticism
Christmas turned cold in Los Angeles. The Houston Rockets embarrassed the Lakers 119-96, handing them their third loss in four games. But the real noise came after the buzzer.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 27
'LeBron on His Golf Simulator Right Now': Dwyane Wade Believes LBJ Isn’t Too Concerned With JJ Redick’s Recent Comments
Trouble seems to be brewing in Los Angeles. Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ third consecutive blowout loss, JJ Redick practically called out the team for being callous in their attitude.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 27
JJ Redick Admits Lakers Do Not Have Winning Culture Right Now
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick finds himself in a tough position with his team losing three straight games. Those losses were all blowouts, where L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 27
Jarred Vanderbilt Looking To Provide Outlet For Lakers Stars With Improved 3-Point Shooting
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has long been one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA. The energy and fight that he plays with any time he is on the court is infectious and he has been known to make life tough for some of the best players the league has to offer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 27
Luka Doncic Expresses Support For Austin Reaves After Suffering Calf Injury
Austin Reaves left the Los Angeles Lakers’ Christmas Day loss against the Houston Rockets early after injuring his calf, the same calf that held him out of three games last week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 27
The Luka Doncic reason why LA Lakers need to fire Rob Pelinka
There’s a need for improvement for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. For what it’s worth, the Los Angeles Lakers were off to a great start during the 2025-26 NBA season.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / December 27
Luka Doncic Opens Up About Idolizing Michael Jordan Growing Up
Luka Doncic has never hidden where his fire comes from. It has always been obvious in the way he plays, the way he talks, and the way he carries himself on the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 27
Why Skip Bayless feels ‘sorry’ for LeBron James on the LA Lakers, ‘it feels wrong…’
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in a major slump during the 2025-26 NBA season. Following the LA Lakers’ Christmas Day loss against the Houston Rockets, the organization is now on a three-game losing streak.
J.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / December 27
JJ Redick Under Fire As Ex-NBA Star Names Lakers’ 'Main Culprit' Behind Locker Room Issues
For the Los Angeles Lakers, the last few games have been a disappointment. The team has lost four of its last six games and currently sits on a three-game losing streak after an embarrassing Christmas Day loss to the Houston Rockets.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / December 27
Lakers Receive Herb Jones Trade Update After Austin Reaves’ Injury News
The Lakers are in a free fall. They’ve lost three straight by 15+ points, and after the Rockets blew them out 119-96 on Christmas Day, the calls for change have grown louder, even by their own head coach.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27
Jarred Vanderbilt’s brutally honest assessment of Lakers’ struggles
LOS ANGELES – The recent struggles for the Los Angeles Lakers continued following their 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets on Christmas. The Lakers losing streak hit three games, and head coach JJ Redick was unable to hide his frustrations amid repeated effort and execution issues.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Lakers get brutal injury news on guard Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves might not be back in action again until close to the All-Star break.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Former NBA Coach of the Year rips Luka Doncic over his play style
Luka Doncic has already addressed his weight, but his style of play is still apparently offensive to some. Former NBA head coach Sam Mitchell appeared Friday on SiriusXM NBA Radio.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Kendrick Perkins takes aim at JJ Redick
Kendrick Perkins has heard enough from JJ Redick after the Los Angeles Lakers coach’s strong reaction to the team’s loss on Thursday. Perkins accused Redick of deflecting blame after the Lakers’ 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 26
JJ Redick sends serious message to Lakers in brutal rant
The retired sharpshooter put his players on blast.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 26
Lakers play like Grinches on Christmas for third straight loss
Christmas is supposed to be the time for giving and sharing. That's not how the Los Angeles Lakers have treated the ball this holiday season.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 25
Rockets give Lakers coal in Christmas night blowout
Amen Thompson scored 26 points and Kevin Durant added 25 as the visiting Houston Rockets led wire-to-wire in a 119-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in a Christmas Day matchup on Thursday.
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