The Los Angeles Lakers welcomed Austin Reaves back to the lineup on Monday night against the Charlotte Hornets after missing three games with a groin strain, and he picked up right where he left off.
Finally, the Lakers appear to be adding more players to their rotation than they’re losing to injury. Austin Reaves returned to the lineup on Monday, LeBron James is moving closer and closer to being healthy again and Adou Thiero could make his debut this road trip.
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes for Adou Thiero, the athletic forward they moved up twice for in the 2025 NBA Draft. Some draft analysts had Thiero as first-round talent, but concerns over his medicals dropped him down to the second round where the Lakers pounced.
The Los Angeles Lakers have managed to hold down the fort without LeBron James, setting up the superstar to ease back into action once he’s cleared. James has been sidelined with a sciatic nerve issue that sprang up during an offseason workout, but his rehab has remained on schedule.
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 played a key role in the LA Lakers’ 121-111 win over the Charlotte Hornets. The Hornets started well, taking an early lead and holding a 40-36 advantage after the first quarter.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves essentially picked up where he left off on Monday following a three-game injury absence, registering 24 points, seven assists, and five rebounds across 29 minutes of action in a win over Charlotte.
The Los Angeles Lakers opened up their five-game road trip on a sour note as they put up a dreadful performance against an undermanned Atlanta Hawks team.
In a much-needed 121-111 road victory over the Charlotte Hornets, the Lakers reminded everyone what they’re capable of when their engine is firing on all cylinders.
Old habits die hard in Dallas, and none proved truer than Luka Doncic’s. After winning the Western Conference Finals, he celebrated with a beer, just as he did after erupting for 73 points, calling it part of his “recovery.” What began as a lighthearted ritual soon sparked concerns about his fitness and an eventual blockbuster trade.
The Los Angeles Lakers are now 8-3 after a 121-111 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. Luka Doncic led the way once again with 38 points, and the former Dallas Mavericks star is averaging 37 points with 10 rebounds and 9.5 assists so far this season.
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers have stumbled into an unexpected opportunity. When news broke about LeBron James’ sciatica, it seemed like disaster.
The Los Angeles Lakers recorded a 121-111 win over the Charlotte Hornets yesterday, not only because of the scoring exploits of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves but also because of Marcus Smart’s solid defensive performance.
The Lakers beat the Hornets 121-111 after a nervy ending nearly saw them choke an 18-point lead in the final minutes of the game. Without their biggest superstar, LeBron James, the Lakers have eight wins and three losses in the first 11 games of the season.
Lakers star LeBron James is expected to join the G League’s South Bay squad for practice later this week as part of his ramp-up toward a season debut, according to Khobi Price of the Orange County Register.
The Los Angeles Lakers have played several games without their key player, Austin Reaves. They have faced multiple injuries throughout the season. Before the year even started, LeBron James was ruled out for the first few weeks of the 2025-2026 season with sciatica, a nerve issue that affected this ramp-up process over the offseason.
To the surprise of many this offseason, the first player the Los Angeles Lakers signed in free agency was wing Jake LaRavia, an under-the-radar player who had yet to make a big splash in the league.
Bronny James' rookie season was not quite as memorable as his father's. The Lakers' second-round draft pick bounced back and forth between the G League and NBA, averaging just 2.3 points and less than one rebound and one assist per game.
Nick Smith, Jr. was dumped by the Charlotte Hornets this summer. Now on a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, the 21-year-old could have a big impact this season.