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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 14
Lakers’ LeBron James Has Cryptic Response to Retirement Timeline
The Los Angeles Lakers will kick off their 2025-26 season next week when they will host their division rivals, the Golden State Warriors. More news: Luka
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14
JJ Redick Compares Austin Reaves To Jamal Crawford
The 2025-26 season is a massive one for Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves on multiple fronts. For one, head coach JJ Redick is going to be extra reliant on him as LeBron James deals with a sciatica and has to slowly work his way back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 14
When can the Lakers sign a 15th player to a standard contract? 
News broke last week that LeBron James will be sidelined for at least 3-4 weeks due to sciatica on his right side (aka, DNP-Old). The Lakers do have one open roster spot, but help won’t be on the way anytime soon.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14
Jarred Vanderbilt Happy To Get Luka Doncic Back In Lineup
The Los Angeles Lakers have been cautious with Luka Doncic at the start of training camp and the preseason. This isn’t due to a specific injury, but more because of the Herculean effort he needed during EuroBasket for Slovenia.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Luka Doncic surprises Lakers teammates with Jordan sneakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are at the center of the NBA media landscape this offseason as they begin their quest for another franchise championship. Superstar Luka Doncic has been everywhere this summer, appearing in advertisements, podcasts, and taking trips overseas to visit international fans.
Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / October 14
Maxi Kleber Participated In Stay-Ready Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have not been fully healthy at any point during training camp for the 2025-26 season. LeBron James has been the biggest name missing, but players like Marcus Smart, Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and more have all missed time due to lingering injuries from the summer or last season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 14
Lakers Notes: Guard Suffers Injury, LeBron James Told to Retire By Ex-Teammate, Dalton Knecht Praised
Los Angeles Lakers guard Chris Manon, who signed a two-way contract over the offseason, suffered a major ankle injury and will sit out the rest of the preseason.
Gabe Vincent News / Sneakers on SI / October 14
Lakers Guard Gabe Vincent Stars in Adidas x Fear of God Collection
The partnership between adidas and Fear of God Athletics has provided many of the most thought-provoking collaborations in the sportswear space this decade.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14
Rui Hachimura Discusses How Role Changes With LeBron James Out
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without superstar LeBron James to begin the season due to sciatica on his right side, which means other players like Rui Hachimura will need to step up in his absence to keep pace in a loaded Western Conference.
Jaxson Hayes News / Fadeaway World / October 14
Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Names His Best NBA Starting Five; Explains Why He Didn’t Want To Add Luka And LeBron
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has named his best NBA starting five, and it is packed with star power. Hayes was initially asked by Aron Cohen to name his top five players in the NBA today, but chose to give a starting lineup instead.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / October 14
JJ Redick Provides Injury Update On Lakers Rookie; Addresses Return Timeline
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has faced some challenges with the roster early in the preseason. With several key players suffering minor injuries, headlined by LeBron James’ ongoing issues with sciatica, Redick provided an update on the Lakers’ rookie Adou Thiero, who is yet to make his debut in a Purple and Gold jersey.
Deandre Ayton News / EssentiallySports / October 14
Lakers Insider Provides Internal Review of Deandre Ayton After Strong Warning to 29 NBA Teams
DeAndre Ayton flexed his 7-foot frame in Los Angeles’ preseason clash with Golden State, finishing with 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. With LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Marcus Smart sidelined, Ayton became the Lakers’ defensive anchor.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13
Draymond Green had savage trash talk for Lakers player
Draymond Green’s trash talk game is already in mid-season form. The Golden State Warriors star had some choice words for a Los Angeles Lakers player during their second preseason matchup Sunday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 13
JJ Redick Says Dalton Knecht Has Been Lakers’ Best Offensive Player in Camp
It was a rough rookie season for Los Angeles Lakers wing Dalton Knecht. More news: Lakers Stunningly Disrespected by NBA GMs in New Survey Shocking falling to the Lakers in the middle of the first round, many projected that the Tennessee product could contend for All-Rookie honors as an older first-year player on a team needing perimeter shooting.
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