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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 14
Marcus Smart Reveals Advice To Adou Thiero
The Los Angeles Lakers sorely missed Marcus Smart as their defensive effort and overall intensity dropped without him. Smart missed a few games due to a back injury, though returned in the loss to the San Antonio Spurs.
J.J. Redick News / NBA Analysis Network / December 14
LA Lakers star who was shunned from rotation thinks he’s the solution to JJ Redick’s problems
The Los Angeles Lakers’ NBA Cup loss has led to many doubting the legitimacy of the roster’s potential. While the NBA community is convinced by the LA Lakers’ offensive unit, led by Luka Doncic, the same cannot be said for the team’s defense.
Marcus Smart News / Fadeaway World / December 14
Marcus Smart Admits Lakers Players Got Exposed In Film Session: 'We’re Not Guarding People'
The Los Angeles Lakers were dumped out of the NBA Cup in the quarterfinals by the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, and their film session afterward did not paint a pretty picture.
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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / December 14
Lakers Notes: Austin Reaves, Jarred Vanderbilt, Marcus Smart
The Lakers’ strong start has covered for an issue that has lingered all season. And that would be defense. Los Angeles is 17-7, but the numbers underneath have been far less flattering, writes Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Fadeaway World / December 14
Lakers Fans Mock Jarred Vanderbilt After Surprising Rotation Comments
Jarred Vanderbilt’s role with the Lakers has been a source of confusion for much of the season, and his recent comments shed light on just how uncertain the situation has been.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 13
Lakers Injury Report: Two Players Out vs. Suns
The Lakers will be short-handed again as they continue their road trip, with availability concerns impacting Sunday’s matchup against the Phoenix Suns.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 13
Lakers HC JJ Redick weighs in on LA’s defensive struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 132-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday in the NBA Cup quarter-final. It was another example of L.A. struggling on the defensive end, as the team had a hard time slowing down San Antonio throughout.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 13
Lakers Star LeBron James' 2026 Free Agency Could Come Down to One Other Player
The career of one of, if not the greatest, player in the history of basketball could be coming to an end after this season, as Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has hinted at possibly retiring after the 2025-26 season.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / December 13
Jarred Vanderbilt ‘Eager’ To Get Back In Lakers Rotation & Help With Defensive Struggles
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been out of the team’s rotation, sitting out eight of the last nine games despite being healthy. Vanderbilt’s offensive deficiencies are well-documented, but there’s no denying that he could help the Lakers on the defensive end of the floor, where they have really struggled in recent weeks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 13
JJ Redick: Lakers Will Be Cautious With Austin Reaves But Should Return In One Week
Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers received more injury news as it was announced that Austin Reaves will be re-evaluated in one week with a mild left calf strain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 13
JJ Redick says Lakers will continue to ‘look for opportunities’ to get Adou Thiero playing time 
Two things are true at the same time about the Lakers. They are a very good team They have very clear and glaring flaws They’ve won at a high rate, but the losses have followed a similar formula that has exposed their weaknesses.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / December 13
Marcus Smart: Lakers Need To Recalibrate & Look Themselves In Mirror To Fix Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers got off to a strong start against the San Antonio Spurs. But a 23-4 run between the first and second quarters saw the Lakers go from a 2-point lead to a 17-point deficit and they were never able to catch back up from that point.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 13
LeBron James Leaves Encouraging Message For Spurs’ Stephon Castle
The San Antonio Spurs are among the teams best set up for the future in the entire NBA, and they showed why on Wednesday night. They faced the Los Angeles Lakers in the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals and ran away with the win despite being without young superstar Victor Wembanyama.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 13
When Will JJ Redick Give Jarred Vanderbilt Another Opportunity In Lakers Rotation?
Veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt has found himself on the outside looking in from the Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick’s rotation in recent weeks.
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / December 13
Jake LaRavia Got Root Canal To Fix Front Teeth After 76ers Win
Jake LaRavia has been a meaningful addition to the Los Angeles Lakers as he plays an important role as a versatile swingman off the bench. While the Lakers have struggled to defend this season, LaRavia competes hard on that end and can give smaller players problems with his size and effort.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 13
Lakers Champ Isaiah Rider Breaks Silence On Arrest For Order Violation
On December 4, former Los Angeles Lakers guard Isaiah Rider was arrested in Gilbert, Arizona, on allegations of violating a protective order. The case only appeared on the Gilbert Municipal Court website on December 11.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / December 13
Austin Reaves Injury Update: Latest on the Lakers Guard’s Left Calf Strain, Details on When Will He Return
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a great start this season, sitting fourth in the Western Conference with a 17-7 record. However, that hasn’t come without adversity.
LeBron James News / The SportsRush / December 13
A’ja Wilson Responds After LeBron James Says She’s His Daughter Zhuri’s Michael Jordan
There have been a handful of athletes who have been compared to Michael Jordan in the last couple of decades. The most famous one, of course, has been LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / December 12
Lakers' Austin Reaves out at least one week with mild calf strain
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a mild left calf strain and will miss at least one week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 12
Lakers' LeBron James Shrugs Off Playoff Talk Following Rich Paul 'Contender' Remarks
Game Over is a new podcast format featuring famed sports personality Max Kellerman and super agent Rich Paul. The two have combined to give weekly takes on everything throughout the sporting world.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 12
Lakers’ Season Demands Immediate Fix As Issues Mount
LOS ANGELES — The Lakers are out of the NBA Cup, guaranteeing a new champion this season. Los Angeles won the inaugural event two years ago, while Milwaukee claimed last year’s title.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 11
Lakers' Deandre Ayton Takes Massive Shot at Himself After Perfect Night
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton played nearly perfect Sunday night against the Philadelphia 76ers. Ayton made all seven of his field goal attempts, finishing with 14 points, 12 rebounds and two assists with zero turnovers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 9
LeBron James' agent explains why he believes Lakers aren't true contenders
The Lakers are tied with the Denver Nuggets with a 17-6 record and are sitting in second place in the stacked Western Conference.
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