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Luka is living in Wilt space. Luka Doncic returned from a sprained finger and lower-leg contusion and immediately dropped 44 on Memphis — becoming the only player not named Wilt Chamberlain to open a season with three straight 40-plus games.

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Luka Doncic Joins Wilt Chamberlain As Only NBA Players With Three 40-Point Games To Begin Season

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic finished with 44 points in Friday night’s win over the Memphis Grizzlies, marking his third straight 40-point game to open the season.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / November 1

Deandre Ayton Doesn’t Expect To Miss Time After Leaving Win Over Grizzlies With Back Spasms

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton didn’t return in the second half of Friday night’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to middle back spasms.

LeBron James News / HITC / November 1

Shaquille O’Neal backs LeBron James to make a big impact when he returns for the Lakers

LeBron James has been dealing with sciatica, which has kept him out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ first five games. James isn’t expected back in the Los Angeles Lakers lineup until mid-November at the earliest.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 1

Luka Doncic Has Another 40-Point Performance In NBA Cup Win Over Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers closed out their quick two-game road trip on Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies in their first group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Luka Doncic Matches Kobe Bryant With Incredible Scoring Streak in Win Over Grizzlies

Luka Doncic joined Lakers legend Kobe Bryant The Lakers beat the Grizzlies on the road Doncic roasted his Lakers teammate The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies by a score of 117-112 on Friday night, a game that included a hot shooting performance and a big game from superstar guard/forward Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 1

J.J. Redick's Irate Locker Room Speech Recalled by Austin Reaves After Lakers' Win Over Grizzlies

J.J. Redick was irate after a rough second quarter His Lakers responded with a strong second half Austin Reaves recalled the moment "vividly" afterward The Los Angeles Lakers defeated Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies by a score of 117-112 on Friday night as Morant was held to just eight points in 31 minutes of action.

Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / November 1

Lakers’ Luka Doncic drops 44, keeps pace with Wilt

Austin Reaves held the Lakers down all week. Then Luka Doncic returned and took the wheel right back. Forty-four more Friday night. Lakers beat the Grizzlies 117-112.

Deandre Ayton News / Fadeaway World / November 1

Deandre Ayton Suffers Back Injury During Lakers-Grizzlies Game

Deandre Ayton gave Lakers fans a scare during Friday night’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies. According to Dave McMenamin, the big man was worked on by the team’s medical staff in the back while the game continued, suggesting a possible injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 1

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Grizzlies

Luka Dončić returned to the court on Friday, and he dominated once again. He scored 44 points and helped the Lakers win their first NBA Cup game of the year.

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Luka Doncic Joins Wilt Chamberlain in NBA Record Books in Return From Injury

Luka Doncic joins elite NBA company in first game back from injury on Friday night. Doncic leads Los Angeles Lakers to win in first game of Emirates NBA Cup.

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How Jaxson Hayes and the Lakers bench energy change the game

LOS ANGELES – Back during the preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers’ bench unit, mostly composed of Jaxson Hayes, Jarred Vanderbilt and Marcus Smart all played key roles during the team’s final preseason game, a win against the Golden State Warriors.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31

NBA insider names three superstars who may switch teams

The 2025-26 NBA season is just over a week old, yet things are already starting to get spicy.

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Paul Pierce Rips Lakers, Luka Doncic While Discussing Their Playoff Chances

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking forward to turning a new page as they settle into head coach JJ Redick's second year at the helm and Luka Doncic's first full season in Los Angeles.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31

Mavericks may not make the right move with Anthony Davis

Pride may keep Mavericks from making the right move with Anthony Davis

The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.

Mavericks gain clarity on Davis' status amid his latest injury

Trail Blazers confirm timeline for return for wing Matisse Thybulle

Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. suffers injury that'll keep him out multiple weeks

Pacers' Obi Toppin to miss several months after foot surgery

Thunder star Jalen Williams to miss more time than originally thought

One NBA team is already considering firing its head coach

LeBron James News / Field Level Media / October 31