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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 25
'Lucky to Be Alive' – LeBron James’ Hall of Famer Ex-Teammate Details Life-Threatening Situation
The message didn’t come from a hospital report or a team statement. Instead, it came directly from Chris Bosh himself, speaking to a camera while visibly recovering.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Lakers-Celtics NBA clash accomplishes feat not seen since 2000
The recent clash between perennial rivals the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics proved anticlimactic in the end. The matchup was preceded by the
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.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 25
Lakers add former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as draft advisor
The Lakers are continuing to build out their basketball operations department. Los Angeles announced Wednesday that former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett has been hired as an NBA draft advisor, adding another experienced voice to the front office led by Rob Pelinka.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / February 25
JJ Redick: Lakers Are ‘Work In Progress’ After Rough Homestand
Tuesday night’s loss to the Orlando Magic is one that JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers would love to have back. The Lakers were in control for most of the game and had a chance to seal the victory had they been able to execute just a little bit better on both ends down the stretch.
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 / Silver Screen & Roll / February 25
Lakers hire former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as an NBA Draft advisor 
After the firing of Joey and Jesse Buss, the Lakers found themselves with very few scouts left in their front office. They’ve begun to bolster that department by announcing on Wednesday that Tony Bennett would be joining the Lakers as an NBA Draft advisor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 25
Lamar Odom Drops Massive Truth Bomb on Drug Addiction That Nearly Derailed His NBA Career
Lamar Odom could easily make it to the list of biggest what-ifs in NBA history. And after Odom’s latest showing up, the conversation could only feel established.
Virginia Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Legendary former Virginia HC has found a role with Lakers
He went 364-136 at UVA from 2009-24 and led the Cavaliers to the 2019 NCAA championship.
Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / February 25
Los Angeles Lakers hire ex-Virginia coach Tony Bennett as NBA Draft advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers are adding a championship pedigree to their front office. On Wednesday, the franchise announced that former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett has been hired as an NBA Draft advisor. He’ll report to the President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka in Los Angeles.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / February 25
LeBron James ownership whispers resurface with Vegas expansion chatter
The LeBron James rumor mill never really shuts off. It just changes subjects. According to Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report, there’s renewed league chatter that James could eventually become the face of a future NBA expansion team in Las Vegas, assuming he retires as a player and the league moves forward with expansion.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Former UVA Coach Tony Bennett Joins Lakers As Draft Advisor
The Lakers have hired former University of Virginia head coach Tony Bennett, announcing today in a press release that he’ll take on the role of NBA draft advisor for the team.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Tony Bennett surprisingly joins Lakers as special NBA Draft advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers announced on Wednesday that they have hired former Virginia Men’s Basketball head coach Tony Bennett to serve as their new NBA Draft Advisor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 25
LeBron James Discusses Luka Doncic Pass & Final Sequence Of Lakers’ Loss To Magic
The Los Angeles Lakers had an opportunity to end their home stand on a high note, but came up just short in an extremely tight game against the Orlando Magic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 25
LA Lakers’ stance on Magic Johnson’s return and Rob Pelinka’s future revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers have clarified their position on Magic Johnson’s involvement and Rob Pelinka’s role within the organization. Speculation has intensified about potential front office changes following recent restructuring behind the scenes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 25
Lakers exec makes it clear Rob Pelinka is staying in charge
The Lakers introduced Lon Rosen as their new president of business operations on Tuesday, and the message was clear right away. This isn’t a power shift.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Lakers' Deandre Ayton Doesn't Hide Disappointment After Second Straight Loss
Deandre Ayton had a great game in the Los Angeles Lakers' final home game in February. The Arizona product finished the 110-109 loss to the Orlando Magic with 21 points and 13 rebounds on an extremely efficient 72.7% field goal percentage.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 25
Timothée Chalamet Joining LeBron James & Steve Nash For Live Taping Of ‘Mind The Game’
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James does well for himself on and off the court as he’s been able to parlay his NBA career into several media ventures that have grown into successful businesses.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Lakers’ Rosen: Pelinka ‘Empowered’ To Continue Running Basketball Ops
The Lakers introduced their new president of business operations to the media on Tuesday, with longtime Los Angeles Dodgers executive Lon Rosen speaking to reporters for the first time since being hired by the NBA team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Was Colin Cowherd justified in criticizing Lakers' Luka Doncic?
After the Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics over the weekend, Cowherd did not hold back on sharing his feelings about the team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25
LeBron James addresses Luka Doncic’s decision after missing game-winner
The Los Angeles Lakers dropped a 110-109 heartbreaker to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night, and the way it ended left plenty to talk about.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25
NBA analyst rips into Luka Doncic for whining after ‘every f—ing play’
Veteran NBA writer Zach Lowe is sick and tired of watching Luka Doncic complain to the referees. The Ringer analyst went at the Los Angeles Lakers star during a recent episode of his podcast alongside guest host Michael Pina.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 24
Lakers Legend Gets Brutally Honest About Team's Title Chances
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of star power during the 2025-26 season, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic leading the way, and Austin Reaves starting to make a name for himself in the NBA.
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