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Rob Pelinka Encouraged By Lakers’ Depth So Far This Season

Some felt the Los Angeles Lakers needed to make big moves in the offseason in order to become a true contender this year. However, Rob Pelinka and the front office didn’t do so, instead opting to bring in some role players whom they felt would make an impact and improve this team on the fringes.

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Why Stephen A. Smith has now revised his view on LeBron James’ perfect teammate

Stephen A. Smith thought LeBron James would do well away from the LA Lakers, but their early form has made him rethink that view. The Los Angeles Lakers have opened the season stronger than many anticipated, winning 13 of their first 17 games.

NBA News / FirstSportz / November 27

Anthony Davis Rejects ‘Dumb’ Query, Focused on LeBron James And Lakers Matchup

Over the past 10 months, Anthony Davis has had to reshuffle his life after he was traded away to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic. The 6′ 10″ star did not believe that the Los Angeles Lakers would give up on him, and has given enough hints about how much that trade impacted him.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz

The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Hardwood Heroics / November 27

Luka Doncic Calls for Immediate Attention to NBA Cup Court Issues – 'That’s Dangerous, Man'

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a 135-118 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday. The Slovenian star left a strong impression on fans with his performance against the team’s old rival.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 26

Stan Van Gundy says the NBA GOAT might currently be in the league and it’s not LeBron James

The NBA GOAT debate is one of the most discussed things in basketball discourse. The NBA GOAT debate is mainly between Michael Jordan and LeBron James.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 26

Perkins Declares Cade Cunningham a Top-10 Player, Draws Parallels to Luka Doncic and LeBron James

The Pistons have come out of the gate blazing this season. At 15-3, Detroit is shockingly the No 1 team in the East and at one point won 10-games in a row.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 26

Lakers Legend Byron Scott Shares Business Secret That Will Help Rising NBA Talents

Sneaker deals are one of many high-level brand deals that top-level NBA stars are sure to get. Multi-year contracts, signature lines, and money that can define one’s career, but only if they navigate it wisely.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 26

Former All-Star Confident Lakers' Austin Reaves Will Land Massive Offseason Deal

After averaging 32 points over the first six games of the season, Lakers guard Austin Reaves has seen his average slightly decline as the team gets healthier.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 26

Anthony Davis reacts to trade rumors, eyes return vs. Lakers

Mavericks' Anthony Davis reacts to trade rumors while eyeing return against Lakers

Trade rumors continue to swirl around Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis.

Four teams that could trade for Davis

Davis finally breaks silence on Mavericks firing Nico Harrison

Harrison's issues with team training staff still haunting Mavericks

Davis has chance for revenge against Lakers, but one thing could thwart him

Lakers' LeBron James remains undecided on key career move

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

JJ Redick has revealed what makes him most excited about LA Lakers signing Drew Timme

The Los Angeles Lakers have established successful history developing players from their G-League affiliate, South Bay. Alex Caruso represents the best example, grinding his way up from South Bay before becoming one of the league’s premier perimeter defenders.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 26

Luka Doncic Already Has 10th-Most 40-Point Games In Lakers History

Luka Doncic has been on an absolute tear to start his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Many felt he could be in for a career-year after really dedicating himself to improving his fitness during the offseason and that has been the case thus far.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Luka Doncic calls out 'dangerous' NBA Cup court

Luka Doncic is calling for the NBA to make changes to the courts used for NBA Cup games.

The 25 greatest trios in NBA history

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

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / November 26

JJ Redick & Lakers Motivated To Win Emirates NBA Cup

Last season, the Los Angeles Lakers were unable to escape the group stage of the Emirates NBA Cup. This season, however, JJ Redick has led this team to a 3-0 start and with their victory over the L.A.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

James Harden downplays Luka Doncic’s 43-point performance as LA Clippers lose to LA Lakers

The Los Angeles Clippers fell victim to a 43-point night from Luka Doncic, as his Los Angeles Lakers beat James Harden’s Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA Cup.

Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 26

Marcus Smart Breaks Silence on Lakers Demotion

The return of Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James seems to have breathed new life into a team that is finally at full health for the first time all season — or at least was before center Deandre Ayton suffered a knee contusion Sunday night against the Utah Jazz.

Deandre Ayton News / The Lead / November 26

Deandre Ayton Has Solved the Lakers’ Long-Term Center Problem

For many years, the Los Angeles Lakers could never find their starting center. During Anthony Davis‘ tenure, he preferred playing the four, leaving LA struggling to find its five.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 26

LeBron James’ Scoring Will Be Tough to Navigate For JJ Redick, Says Reggie Miller

LeBron James finally made his season debut last week, scoring 11 points and dishing out 12 assists in a win over the Jazz. It was a nondescript stat line

Rob Pelinka News / Athlon Sports / November 26

Rob Pelinka Reveals Hidden Key to Lakers' Early Success

The Lakers are 13-4 after Tuesday's win Rob Pelinka is the team's GM He outlined the big offseason changed that fixed everything The Los Angeles Lakers are 13-4 after Tuesday night win over their crosstown rivals the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night that included a 37-25 fourth quarter for coach J.J.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26