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Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal

One of LeBron James’ former teammates is the first defendant in the NBA gambling scandal to plead guilty. Former player and assistant coach Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic.

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The Quiz of the Day

Is the path toward playoff success elite offense or defense?

With the Lakers set to begin their playoff run, now is a perfect time as any to unpack a question that’s nearly as old as basketball itself… What matters more: offense or defense?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 16

JJ Redick: Lakers Have Trust In Bronny James Going Into Playoffs

Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers are going to have to rely on other players to step up in place of their two leading scorers.

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The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Last 10 3-pointer game by NBA team' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham cleared for NBA awards eligibility

The Lakers’ Luka Doncic and Pistons’ Cade Cunningham have both been granted eligibility for NBA end-of-season awards, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 16

Luka Doncic ‘Grateful’ After Being Granted Eligibility For NBA Awards

The NBA finally made its ruling on Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, deeming him eligible for end-of-season awards despite not meeting the 65 games played threshold.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 16

Finding the Lakers path to upsetting the Rockets

The minute both Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves were diagnosed with their respective grade-two muscle injuries, the Lakers immediately became the team every other Western Conference playoff entrant wanted to face.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16

Bronny James likely to have playoff role for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers’ injury situation is serious enough that they might have to lean on Bronny James during their upcoming playoff series. Lakers coach JJ Redick said Wednesday that James will likely be part of the team’s gameplan for their Western Conference quarterfinal series against the Houston Rockets.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / April 16

Deandre Ayton Is So Excited He Wants To Do ‘Backflips’ Ahead Of Lakers Playoff Debut

The Los Angeles Lakers have the week off after earning their place in the NBA Playoffs. They’ll take the court on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. PT at Crypto.com Arena for Game 1 for their first round series against the Houston Rockets.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker

The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

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The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16

NBA allows two star players to be eligible for awards

At least two NBA stars will successfully circumvent the league’s 65-game awards rule this season after the NBA and NBPA ruled in their favor on a challenge Thursday.

Lakers coach JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 16

LeBron James' future with Lakers could take a surprising turn

The Lakers and James reached a breaking point, or so it seemed.

Marcus Smart vows Lakers won't get punked by Rockets in playoffs

Bronny James gets bad news in his attempt for a trademark

Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham now eligible for awards

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 16

Two NBA stars award-eligible after exception to 65-game rule

Two NBA stars back in MVP conversation after being granted exception to 65-game rule

A pair of NBA stars are eligible for awards after being granted an exception to the rule specifying players must play 65 games to be eligible.

LeBron James' future with Lakers could take a surprising turn

Magic's disappointing season takes another hit in play-in loss to 76ers

Marcus Smart vows Lakers won't get punked by Rockets in playoffs

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 16

Lakers Star Luka Doncic Granted Eligibility For End-Of-Season Awards

The NBA announced that Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is eligible for all annual awards for the 2025-26 regular season. Doncic suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain with five games remaining in the season.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 16

NBA, NBPA Deem Luka Doncic, Cade Cunningham Award-Eligible

Neither Lakers guard Luka Doncic nor Pistons guard Cade Cunningham met the 65-game criteria required for award eligibility in 2025/26, but the NBA and

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 16

The Los Angeles Lakers May Be The Best Bet Of The 2026 NBA Playoffs

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are here, which means betting opportunities for those reading this article. We’re not talking single-game props that are largely prone to variance.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / April 16

JJ Redick Discusses Growth In Second Season As Lakers Head Coach

JJ Redick has had an incredibly successful early run as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. Redick was hired ahead of the 2024-25 season, and at that time, the Lakers had just one 50-win season since 2010-11 and one season finishing top six in the Western Conference since 2011-12.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 16

‘Jerry West: The Logo’ Documentary Reveals New Lakers Stories, Son Shares Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal Moments

For most of the basketball world, Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West and NBA icon will forever be known as “The Logo.” But for his son, Ryan West, the upcoming documentary Jerry West: The Logo offers something far more personal.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15