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Lakers’ LeBron James reveals how being a girl dad has ‘softened me up’

Things change quickly in the NBA. The Los Angeles Lakers celebrated a 129-101 win over the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center, with LeBron James running the show with 20 first-half points.

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NBA roundup: Luka Doncic's birthday gift is a Lakers victory

Luka Doncic celebrated his 27th birthday with 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors on Saturday in San Francisco.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 1

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors

The Lakers took an important step toward capturing the Pacific Division title, one of the NBA’s most prestigious awards. Jokes aside, it is interesting how little divisions matter in the NBA.

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The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?

The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assist leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Lakers’ LeBron James joins Kobe Bryant in historic LA club

LeBron James continues to rewrite the record books, and his latest milestone puts him in the rarest of company in Los Angeles Lakers history. During Saturday night’s 129-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors, the “King” officially joined Kobe Bryant as the only players to ever record 1,000 made three-pointers in a Lakers uniform.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Shaq blasts Lakers’ Deandre Ayton for Clint Capela comments

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal didn’t hold back on Deandre Ayton’s comments about Clint Capela following the Los Angeles Lakers center’s struggles this season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Lakers’ Luka Doncic shares special moment with Stephen Curry after win over Warriors

Luka Doncic just had a birthday he won’t forget, and he capped it off by sharing a laugh with the greatest shooter ever. After the Los Angeles Lakers dismantled the Golden State Warriors 129-101 on Saturday night, Doncic and Stephen Curry met on the sidelines for a warm embrace and a few jokes, even after a blowout.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 1

'Not a Good Team': Charles Barkley Blasts ESPN Over Lakers-Heavy Coverage, Defends Luka Doncic of Criticism

Amid a three-game losing streak, Charles Barkley’s opinion on the Lakers is gaining credibility. Despite the formation of the Big 3 of LeBron James, Austin Reaves, and Luka Doncic, the franchise is struggling to establish a winning identity.

Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / February 28

Luka Doncic has happy birthday as Lakers crush Warriors

Luka Doncic celebrated his 27th birthday with 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors on Saturday in San Francisco.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 28

Lakers blow out Warriors for bounce-back win

After three straight losses, the Lakers got a sorely-needed win on Saturday, crushing the Warriors 129-101. LA led nearly wire-to-wire, hit a season-high 19 3-pointers and cruised to a very comfortable victory.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Lakers Crush Warriors To Snap Losing Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers have been struggling since the All-Star break, dropping three straight games with the last two coming in heartbreaking fashion. They looked to get back in the win column on Saturday night when they traveled to take on the Golden State Warriors, who continue to be without Stephen Curry.

Charles Barkley News / The SportsRush / March 1

Charles Barkley Apologizes To Lakers For Berating Them, Calls Them 'Contenders'

Fortunes turn around in the NBA very quickly. The Los Angeles Lakers, after experiencing one of their most disappointing nights of the 2025/26 season against the Suns two days ago, look like they found their mojo back against the Warriors on Saturday.

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The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 28

Rockets' Kevin Durant climbs all-time list with another 30-point game

The Houston Rockets dropped a tough 115-105 decision to the Miami Heat on Saturday, snapping what had been a modest three-game winning streak.

Durant reaches scoring milestone for first time with Rockets

Luka Doncic has happy birthday as Lakers crush Warriors

Former Lakers player thinks LeBron James should leave the team

Pelicans close first half strong to beat Jazz for fourth straight win

76ers center Joel Embiid out at least three games

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 28

'DominAyton My A**': Charles Barkley Takes Wild Shot at Deandre Ayton After Shaquille O’Neal’s Message to Lakers Star

The Los Angeles Lakers put their faith in Deandre Ayton last July. But as we head towards the second half of the regular season, the reality is grim. DA feels the Lakers are treating him like Clint Capella.

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Lakers have complete birthday celebration for Luka Doncic before Warriors matchup

Of late, the Los Angeles Lakers have not had a lot to celebrate. They are on a three-game losing streak which began with a drubbing at the hands of traditional rivals the Boston Celtics.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28

Udonis Haslem calls out who’s to blame for the Lakers’ skid

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to find their groove since action resumed in the NBA following the league’s All-Star Weekend. After the break, LeBron James and company have gone just 1-3, entering Saturday on a three-game losing skid, with each loss seemingly more infuriating than the last.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Byron Scott shares behind-the-scenes story from Kobe Bryant’s 60-point Lakers finale

Former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott recently detailed what it was like to coach Kobe Bryant during his historic 60-point performance in the final game of his NBA career.

Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 28

Lakers’ Rui Hachimura Ruled Out for Matchup Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers will conclude their two-day road trip on Saturday, with the team taking on the division rival Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center in the Bay Area before returning to Crypto.com Arena for the second game of a back-to-back set against Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Lon Rosen Looking Forward To Expanding Global Reach Of Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the biggest brands in all of sports across the world. This franchise is one that has always been built on stars going back to Jerry West and Elgin Baylor, and all the way through to Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal and now, LeBron James and, of course, Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 28

6-Time All-Star Emerges Potential Target for Lakers This Summer

The Los Angeles Lakers have 24 regular-season games left in the 2025-26 campaign and will likely clinch a middle-of-the-pack seed in the Western Conference ahead of the NBA playoffs, which get underway on April 18, aiming to make a deep postseason run.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Austin Reaves: Deandre Ayton Is ‘X Factor’ For Lakers

At this stage of the NBA season, teams are supposed to be playing their best basketball. However, Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers are sliding after losing two consecutive close games on game-winners.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / February 28

The Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low EM Protro is 19% Off Online

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's iconic signature sneaker line continues to resonate with fans and hoopers of all ages. While the most popular shoes still sell out quickly, the Nike Kobe line has finally become easier to purchase for the average consumer.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Byron Scott Shares Harsh Words For LeBron James

With James, the Lakers went from not making the playoffs to winning the NBA Finals in just two seasons, which is undoubtedly an impressive feat. But since 2020, there has been a roller coaster of outcomes surrounding this team as they have yet to get back to the Finals.