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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
LeBron Looked Different on Opening Night, and Everyone Noticed
For the first time in his career, LeBron James was not playing on opening night. In his 23rd season, James had to miss the season opener due to sciatica issues.
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
JJ Redick Provides Major Injury Update on Luka Doncic After Lakers’ Loss to Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers fell 119-109 on Tuesday night in their season-opening matchup at Crypto.com Arena against the Golden State Warriors. Los Angeles was without star forward LeBron James, who is sidelined with sciatica, and also had a scare when Luka Doncic was seen clutching his groin during the game.
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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Rui Hachimura: Lakers Still Trying To ‘Figure Out Our Rhythm’ After Lack Of Preseason Reps
Rui Hachimura has grown into an extremely important role player for the Los Angeles Lakers since being acquired back in 2022. In the Lakers’ season opener against the Golden State Warriors, the bruising forward was solid, if not unspectacular, as he finished with nine points, four rebounds and three assists in the 10-point loss.
LeBron James News / Viral Sports News / October 22
Lakers Insider’s Words About LeBron James Spark Concern
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their season with a 119-109 loss to their divisional foes, the Golden State Warriors, on Tuesday night, showing early struggles in their campaign.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Lakers Insider Has Big Concern With Major Offseason Addition
The Los Angeles Lakers aren't investing a lot of money in center Deandre Ayton, but they are certainly investing a lot of faith. Ayton is one of three centers on the roster with by far the most experience as a starter.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Austin Reaves Pins Lakers’ Third-Quarter Struggles On Players, Not Coaches
The third quarter has been an issue for the Los Angeles Lakers for years now and it once again reared its head in their season opener against the Golden State Warriors.
From the Hardwood to the High-Profile: Rev. Jesse Jackson on Playing Basketball With Marvin Gaye, Michael Jordan, LeBron James & Kanye West
In a candid interview, the Reverend Jesse Jackson offered reflections that span the worlds of music, sports, and politics, sharing personal anecdotes and his perspectives on some of the most influential figures of our time.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Deandre Ayton had bizarre explanation for his poor Lakers debut
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton had a bizarre explanation for his poor debut with his new team. Ayton failed to seriously impact the game in Tuesday’s 119-109 loss to the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Ca.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 22
The Lakers know they have to fix their terrible third quarters 
In Los Angeles’ opening night game against Golden State, the Lakers were down by just one at the half. For diehard fans of the Lakers, what happened next was as predictable as the Sun coming up in the morning.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Deandre Ayton Still Working On Pick-And-Roll Chemistry With Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves
The addition of center Deandre Ayton was arguably the most important signing the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. The Lakers were terribly thin up front and Ayton provides them with a big body who cleans the glass and projects as a good pick-and-roll partner for Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / October 22
Lakers’ Luka Doncic addresses possible injury after season-opening loss
Do the Lakers have another injury concern?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Injury Update, Big Man Out Multiple Weeks, Surprise Dalton Knecht Decision
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their first game of the season on Tuesday, 119-109, against the Golden State Warriors. The Lakers were missing forward LeBron James to start the season, and his absence was felt as Rui Hachimura failed to make a significant impact, scoring nine points and grabbing just four rebounds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 22
JJ Redick admits Lakers are in trouble without LeBron James
The Lakers looked like a one-man show in the season opener.
Deandre Ayton News / Yardbarker / October 22
Deandre Ayton is already a problem for Lakers
It was an ugly debut for Ayton, the Lakers' biggest signing of the offseason, and the worst part is that it might not get better.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
Lakers Can’t Support Luka Dončić in Opening Night Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors on opening night, in what was quite an underwhelming loss. Luka Dončić was one of the only brights spot for the Lakers, leading the team in both points and rebounds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Steve Nash Makes Bold Austin Reaves Prediction This Season
Hall of Famer Steve Nash believes Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is ready to reach a major career milestone in the 2025–26 season. In a short Q&A video posted by Bleacher Report’s official Instagram, Nash was asked which player he thinks will make their first All-Star appearance this year.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Marcus Smart under fire for his dirty play on Steph Curry
Marcus Smart may have a new team, but he is still the same old Marcus Smart.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 21
Lakers pick up 2026-27 option on Dalton Knecht
The Lakers are keeping Dalton Knecht in their long-term plans, picking up his $4.2 million team option for the 2026-27 season, per Keith Smith of Spotrac.
Maxi Kleber News / Hoops Rumors / October 21
Lakers big man out at least two weeks with oblique strain
Maxi Kleber won’t be available when the regular season gets underway.
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