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Lakers Announce LeBron James Injury Update for Timberwolves Game

LeBron James is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers announced, with the 41-year-old managing both a left elbow contusion and left foot arthritis.

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JJ Redick was pleased with Deandre Ayton’s play vs. Knicks

Being the starting center of the Lakers is always going to bring an inherent pressure with it. After embracing that pressure coming into the season, Deandre Ayton has faded into the background.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / March 9

Major update emerges about LeBron James-Warriors links

You can safely cross one team off LeBron James’ list for this summer. The Los Angeles Lakers star forward James is “not interested” in playing for the Golden State Warriors next season, Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily reported on Monday.

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The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz

The 'Most active 30-point NBA games' quiz

The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Questionable Vs. Timberwolves

LeBron James (right hip contusion and left foot arthritis) is being listed as questionable for the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / March 9

NBA Notes: Lakers, Austin Reaves, Raptors, Markelle Fultz, Nets

Austin Reaves may be rounding back into early-season form, and that could be big news for the Lakers. Reaves scored 25 points in Sunday’s win over the Knicks, just the third time in the past 15 games he has topped the 20-point mark.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 9

Bill Simmons praises Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves thriving without LeBron James

LeBron James has been in and out of the lineup for the Lakers this season due to a slew of injuries that have plagued him. Throughout that time, Los Angeles is 9-2 when Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves play in his absence.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Will JJ Redick Give Adou Thiero Another Opportunity In Lakers’ Rotation?

If there is one thing the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster has lacked this season, it is athleticism and defensive prowess on the wing. One player they hoped could provide that is rookie Adou Thiero, who they drafted in the second round out of Arkansas.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 9

JJ Redick Announces LeBron James Decision on Monday

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is currently in his historic 23rd NBA season, yet he has continued to play a major role for the franchise despite being in the later stages of his career.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EasySportz / March 9

Are the Lakers better without LeBron?

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up a strong 110–97 win over the New York Knicks on Sunday — and they did it without their biggest star. LeBron James was ruled out before the game due to a left elbow contusion and ongoing foot arthritis, forcing the Lakers to take on one of the Eastern Conference’s top teams without the face of the franchise.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Micheal Jordan Weighs In On GOAT Debate & Comparisons To LeBron James & Kobe Bryant

The debate over the GOAT of basketball is a discussion that has been going on for decades and will continue on for many more. These days, the debates mostly center around Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan vs.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 9

The Lakers know their win over Knicks was a ‘step in the right direction’

If the Lakers were going to convince anyone they were serious, then wins against actually good teams were going to have to come. Prior to Sunday, the Lakers faltered time after time when given the opportunity to beat a contender, including very recently in Denver.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Lakers Announce Bronny James Move After Knicks Game

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up an impressive 110-97 home win over the New York Knicks on Sunday night despite being without LeBron James. His son, Bronny James, also missed the game against the Knicks as he was with the South Bay Lakers in the G League, playing against the Santa Cruz Warriors.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 9

LeBron James Isn’t a True Laker, Byron Scott and Olden Polynice Claim

The marriage between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers has always been an uneasy one. That’s not to say it hasn’t been successful, because after all, he did help deliver the franchise its 17th NBA title back in 2020.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 9

JJ Redick reveals ‘aggressive’ message to Austin Reaves that sparked breakout vs. Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed a much-needed win against a team with a record over .600 following their 110-97 win against the New York Knicks on Sunday.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Luka Doncic Praises Lakers’ Defense In Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers had been looking for a signature win against a quality opponent, and they finally got one on Sunday afternoon with a wire-to-wire victory over the New York Knicks at home.

Paul Pierce News / The SportsRush / March 9

'Luka and LeBron’s Skill Set Is Too Repetitive': Paul Pierce Believes Lakers Are Better Off Without LBJ

The Lakers have been a pretty good team when LeBron James has been in the lineup. They’ve also been pretty good when he’s had to sit, as he did in yesterday’s 110-97 win over the Knicks.

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 9

JJ Redick Reveals the One Key Behind Lakers’ Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed their second straight win after moving past the New York Knicks 110-97 on Sunday afternoon. Following the game, head coach JJ Redick voiced that it was the effort level defensively that served as the separating factor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 9

Lakers’ Marcus Smart, Bill Maher escape mostly injury-free after courtside collision

You never quite know what you’ll see sitting courtside at an NBA game. Sometimes it’s a buzzer-beater. Sometimes it’s Marcus Smart diving for a loose ball and ending up in the lap of Bill Maher.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 9

Luka Doncic Admits Copying From Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart as Lakers Inch Closer to Important Goal

The Lakers have recorded back-to-back wins again. The team parried some of the criticism about being unable to beat competitive teams after dismantling the Knicks at home.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Luka Doncic appears to make the money sign at referee after no-call

Luka Doncic is living very dangerously right now. The Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic had a curious moment during Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks.

Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Deandre Ayton looked so lazy during Lakers’ fastbreak

Deandre Ayton is not exactly doing anything to mitigate the complaints about his effort or fitness. Ayton was back in the lineup for the Lakers on Sunday against the New York Knicks after missing a game due to left knee soreness.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 7

Marcus Smart Breaks Silence on Criticism Surrounding Lakers’ Deandre Ayton

When Deandre Ayton signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, he envisioned playing a pivotal role in helping the franchise compete for an NBA title. As the season has progressed, the conversation Ayton has moved toward his performance being below the expectations he had laid before he began his Lakers tenure.