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On YouTubeAustin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / January 24
Lakers Share Austin Reaves Development Before Mavericks Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have been navigating a challenging stretch without Austin Reaves, who has missed significant time due to a Grade 2 left calf strain first sustained on Christmas Day against the Houston Rockets.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 24
Former NBA Champion Torches Deandre Ayton Over Lakers Situation
During the NBA offseason, one of the Los Angeles Lakers' top priorities was upgrading the frontcourt with a center who could provide rim protection and be a consistent threat on offense.
The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Yves Missi News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 24
Is Yves Missi a trade deadline option for the Lakers? 
Initially, the signing of Deandre Ayton looked to have potentially filled the hole at center for the future. However, as the season has progressed, Ayton has looked less and less like the perfect solution, opening up the search for the long-term answer at the position.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / January 24
The Good That LeBron James Has Provided For The Lakers Clearly Outweighs The Bad
ESPN recently reported that Los Angeles Lakers minority owner Jeanie Buss had animosity towards LeBron James. Buss apparently felt that James had an outsized ego, did not take accountability after the failed Russell Westbrook experiment, and did not express gratitude for the Bronny James pick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24
Luka Doncic & LeBron James Top Five In Jersey Sales For 2025-26 Season
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in an intriguing yet delicate situation with Luka Doncic’s arrival and LeBron James’ looming retirement or departure.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 24
Luka Doncic Excited To Go ‘Home’ To Play Against Mavericks
Saturday night marks Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas to take on the Mavericks for the first time this season. Seeing how emotional last year was, it is hard to imagine there will be much change, if any.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 24
Lakers’ LeBron James, agent Rich Paul expected to meet with Jeanie Buss
LeBron James is not going anywhere quietly. And the Lakers know it. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, James and agent Rich Paul are expected to meet with Lakers governor Jeanie Buss soon in an effort to clear the air after recent reporting hinted at lingering tension between the two sides.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24
Kendrick Perkins goes scorched earth on Lakers center Deandre Ayton
Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins delivered a blunt assessment of Deandre Ayton on the latest episode of the The Road Trippin’ Podcast, criticizing the Los Angeles Lakers center’s recent play and questioning his effort level on the floor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24
Jeanie Buss Loves Old Kobe Bryant-Jalen Rose Clip
Thursday night marked the 20th anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s epic 81-point game in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Toronto Raptors. It remains
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 24
LeBron James: ‘Disrespectful’ To Comment On Lakers’ Roster Ahead Of Trade Deadline
After a rough first half, the Los Angeles Lakers battled back in the second half of their contest against the Los Angeles Clippers, but were ultimately unable to get over the hump in their eight-point loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / January 24
Paul Pierce Suggests Jeanie Buss Is Trying to Shift Blame Onto LeBron James Amid Lakers Drama
Stranger Things might have ended with the right side up. But ESPN’s recent report about LeBron James and Jeanie Buss has turned the NBA realm upside down.
NBA News / The SportsRush / January 24
'Take the Media Out of It': Paul Pierce Rants Over LeBron James and Anthony Edwards Not Being Named All-Star Starters
For the first time since 2004, LA Lakers forward LeBron James will not be a starter in the All-Star Game. It almost feels like the walls are closing in on the four-time NBA champion’s basketball career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 24
JJ Redick Believes LeBron James Will Be All-Star This Season
The starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game have been announced and for the first time in 22 years, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was not among them.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / January 23
Lakers' Austin Reaves Makes Announcement on Friday
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled in January, as the team has not looked as strong since shooting guard Austin Reaves suffered a calf injury. Before going down, Reaves was enjoying an incredible year, averaging 26.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.3 assists while shooting 50.7% from the field and 36.5% from beyond the arc through 23 games.
J.J. Redick News / Larry Brown Sports / January 23
JJ Redick took a shot at the Lakers’ roster
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick seemingly took a shot at the team’s roster following the team’s 112-104 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 23
Could LeBron James take an unexpected path with his NBA future?
LeBron James has been facing an uncertain long-term future with the Los Angeles Lakers since he exercised his player option for the 2025-26 season, but that does not necessarily mean a divorce is inevitable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 22
Lakers Reportedly Not Interested in Trading for 1-Time NBA Champion
With two weeks left before the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5, rumors are swirling about the intentions of teams around the league, with the Los Angeles Lakers being mentioned more often than not as a franchise that could make some moves to shake up its roster.
Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 22
Marcus Smart Reveals Tough Reality of Dealing With Lakers Trade Rumors
The NBA trade deadline is two weeks away, with teams around the league needing to ramp up their efforts to make moves before the buzzer sounds on Feb. 5.
Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / January 21
Lakers desperately need Austin Reaves back during brutal road trip
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone 7-7 since Austin Reaves suffered a calf strain on Christmas Day. They're hoping to get the high-scoring guard back during one of their toughest stretches of the season.
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