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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 19
Lakers’ fatal flaw that will doom 2027 NBA championship chances
The Los Angeles Lakers have enough offensive talent to make the playoffs uncomfortable for almost anyone. Their problem is that championship opponents will be just as comfortable attacking them.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19
Quentin Grimes could fail with the LA Lakers this season, says former Clippers star
Los Angeles Lakers fans are waiting to see who will emerge as the team’s third most important player this season. With LeBron James gone, the LA Lakers are relying on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to drive the offense this season.
The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
How many of the career leaders for games played in the NBA can you name in five minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 19
Lakers Announce Partnership With NordVPN
The Los Angeles Lakers announced a new partnership with NordVPN, a leading cybersecurity and digital privacy company. “We’re thrilled to welcome NordVPN as a Lakers partner and look forward to sharing their brand and services with Lakers fans,” said Los Angeles Lakers Vice President of Global Partnerships Yao Williams in a statement.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 19
Will the Lakers’ preseason approach come back to haunt them? 
When the Lakers decided they would remake nearly the entirety of their roster in a single offseason, there were always going to be pressure points placed on the months leading into the regular season.
Dalton Knecht News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 19
Lakers looking for ‘workable trade’ to send out Dalton Knecht, acquire center
Last week, Jake Fischer reported the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks “held exploratory trade discussions” around a deal that would send Dalton Knecht to Milwaukee and Jericho Sims to Los Angeles to solve Los Angeles’ roster crunch ahead of the regular season starting Tuesday.
Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / October 19
Walker Kessler Embracing Big Expectations That Come With Being Lakers Center
The Los Angeles Lakers got their first look at Walker Kessler playing alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in their preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 19
JJ Redick Has Strong Belief In Ziaire Williams
Ziaire Williams has left preseason as a prime candidate to start on Opening Night for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors. Despite playing only two games, he showed youthful energy and played well as a slasher alongside Luka Doncic.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 19
Luka Doncic era begins as Lakers home opener prices dip without LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers are becoming more affordable for fans, with ticket prices for their home opener dropping following LeBron James’ departure from the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 19
Lakers Have ‘Strong Interest’ in Potential Frontcourt Addition
The Los Angeles Lakers still need to cut their roster down to the maximum of 15 players before the NBA’s deadline on Monday. Oct. 19 at 3 p.m. PST. With
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 18
5 winners and losers from the Lakers’ preseason
An exciting new era of Lakers basketball kicked off this preseason with lots of excitement and intrigue. While we only briefly got a look at the new Big 3 that will guide the team into the future, there were plenty of other players fans got a long look at, for better and for worse.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18
Lakers player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season
The Los Angeles Lakers underwent radical changes this offseason, losing the majority of last year’s playoff rotation and replacing them with new players on long-term contracts.
Jaden Hardy News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Jaden Hardy Focused On Improving Defense This Offseason
When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Jaden Hardy from the Washington Wizards this offseason, it was very well known that the team had brought in a player capable of getting his own bucket from anywhere on the court.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 18
James Worthy says ‘high-octane’ LA Lakers star reminds him of Manu Ginobili
Former LA Lakers star James Worthy has expressed his admiration for one of JJ Redick’s new stars. The LA Lakers‘ new roster has offered glimpses of promise during their opening preseason games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Walker Kessler: ‘A Lot Of Fun’ Playing With Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves For First Time
Preseason did not provide the chance to build much continuity for the Los Angeles Lakers as numerous key players missed games due to minor injuries. Friday night was the Lakers’ final preseason game though, and it provided a chance for Walker Kessler to play with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for the first time.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Luka Doncic Gave Yaxel Lendeborg Welcome To NBA Moment Without Even Playing
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is one of the best offensive players of this generation and an absolute nightmare to guard for opposing defenders.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
Ziaire Williams Discusses How He Can Complement Luka Doncic
One of the newest Los Angeles Lakers, Ziaire Williams, put together an impressive preseason despite only playing two exhibition games. He made all five of his 3-point attempts while also providing tenacious defense and an ability to slash to the basket.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 17
Lakers waive two, keep working on Dalton Knecht trade
The Lakers have waived Rafael Castro and Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones, but they still need another move before their roster is ready for opening night.
J.J. Redick News / HITC / October 17
‘It’s tough’ – JJ Redick gives unfortunate dose of truth to LA Lakers star who was traded earlier
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has seemingly hinted at the player who won’t make the team’s 15-player roster. The 2026-27 NBA season will soon begin, but the Los Angeles Lakers are yet to finalize their official 15-player roster for the campaign.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 17
Los Angeles Lakers allegedly waiving Bronny James viral rumour explained
A viral claim is making the rounds on social media about the Los Angeles Lakers waiving Bronny James. The Los Angeles Lakers are seemingly at a crossroads with Bronny James’s future ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Bronny James News / Viral Sports News / October 16
Lakers’ Bronny James Hit With Serious Reality Check
Bronny James heads into the final preseason game of his third NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers still facing questions about whether he can handle the duties of an NBA point guard.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 17
Pat Riley loses big on Dodgers' playoff upset
The Los Angeles Dodgers were upset by the Milwaukee Brewers in a four-game sweep in the National League Championship Series. This was a big disappointment to their players, Dodger fans and Riley.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 15
Lakers looking to trade Dalton Knecht as roster deadline looms
Dalton Knecht’s opportunity to get his career going may have to come somewhere other than Los Angeles. As Hoops Wire reported Wednesday, league sources say the Lakers are looking to move the third-year wing.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Luka Doncic’s official new weight has been revealed
Luka Doncic continues on his weight loss journey. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar Doncic entered training camp this year at an official listing of 242 pounds, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reported this week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 16
Bronny James should go to G League in wake of JJ Redick comments
When your father is considered to be one of, if not the greatest player in NBA history, expectations can be hard to live up to.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 10
Lakers face instant reality check on expensive Walker Kessler gamble
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.
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