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On YouTubeDeandre Ayton News / Last Word On Sports / March 16
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Stepping Up Before Crucial Stretch
Whether it was his “crank juice” or some other source of motivation, it’s clear something has gotten into Deandre Ayton, who is back to being an engaged, physical center the Lakers need to succeed.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / March 16
JJ Redick ‘Optimistic’ After Recent Stretch
The Los Angeles Lakers have looked like a completely different team over the last couple of weeks. Since Feb. 28, JJ Redick’s team is 8-1, including their current five-game win streak.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 16
Luka Doncic Praises Collective Effort Of Lakers Vs. Nuggets
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be turning a corner. Saturday night marked L.A.’s fifth straight victory and eighth in nine games. It was another masterful showing from Luka Doncic, who finished with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists and hit the game-winning bucket in overtime.
The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz
How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / March 16
Yet Another NBA Writer Links LeBron James To Cavs
Could LeBron James return home one more time? It’s a question that seems to be asked a lot these days. It is only speculation for now, but Grant Hughes of Bleacher Report became the latest to float the idea that James could leave the Lakers in free agency this summer and sign with the Cavs.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / March 15
Austin Reaves, Lakers Benefited From NBA's Critical Mistake
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets 127-125 in their Saturday showdown that went to overtime. Luka Doncicsaved the Purple and Gold, draining a jumper with 0.5 seconds left to give L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 15
JJ Redick Reveals Truth Behind Austin Reaves’ Game-Saving Free Throw for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers delivered one of their most dramatic wins of the season on Saturday night, outlasting the Denver Nuggets in an overtime thriller defined by hustle, execution and a perfectly imperfect play from Austin Reaves.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / March 15
LeBron James Wants Lakers To Strive For Nuggets’ Championship DNA
LeBron James finds himself in an interesting predicament with the Los Angeles Lakers, as he needs to find ways to help out Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 15
Tim Hardaway Jr.’s Urge to Punch LeBron James Takes Unexpected Turn After Lakers Star’s Brutal Comeback
Mic’d-up moments often reveal the NBA’s best unscripted trash talk. That was exactly the case when LeBron James and Tim Hardaway Jr. shared a hilarious midgame exchange during the March 15, 2026, matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets. The clip surfaced on social media shortly after, showing Hardaway Jr.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 15
LeBron James Reacts to Bryce James’ Career News During Redshirt Season
LeBron James is back on the court and finding his rhythm for the Los Angeles Lakers, who have won five in a row. In this winning vacuum, his focus shifted to Tucson after Saturday’s overtime win, where his son Bryce is redshirting as a freshman for the Arizona Wildcats.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 15
JJ Redick Appreciates LeBron James Diving For Late Loose Ball
Saturday night was another test for LeBron James and Los Angeles Lakers in the Denver Nuggets. Los Angeles’ downside this season has been not beating above .500 teams and they beat both the Minnesota Timberwolves and the New York Knicks in a week span.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 15
LeBron James congratulates Bryson DeChambeau after his dramatic victory at LIV Golf Singapore
LeBron James has responded to Bryson DeChambeau’s Instagram post and congratulated him on his remarkable win at LIV Golf Singapore on Sunday. DeChambeau has secured his first victory of the season after winning a playoff with Richard T.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / March 15
Colin Cowherd says Michael Jordan wouldn’t take backseat role like LeBron James with Lakers
LeBron James has found himself in a different type of role this season. For the first time in his career, he has taken a backseat to another player, which is Luka Doncic.
Marcus Smart News / Last Word On Sports / March 15
Marcus Smart Becoming Difference-Maker As Playoffs Near
When Marcus Smart signed a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers this past summer, the veteran said he wanted to return to a big stage and impact a winning team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 15
Lakers' LeBron James credits enthusiastic young fan for overtime win over Nuggets
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic drilled a game-winning jumper in a 127-125 home overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, but that wasn't the matchup's best moment.
Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / March 15
Bronny James Receives Good News After Lakers’ Decision
Two seasons in, Bronny James still hasn't cracked the Lakers' NBA rotation. In his second year with Los Angeles, he's averaging just 2.1 points in 7 minutes per game, which is nearly identical to his rookie season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 15
Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic make NBA history in Lakers-Nuggets matchup
Doncic and Jokic combined to make history Saturday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 15
Austin Reaves executed the most perfect intentionally missed free throw
Not many players on this earth can miss a shot like Austin Reaves can. The Los Angeles Lakers guard was intentionally fouled as his team trailed 118-115 to the Denver Nuggets with 5.2 seconds remaining inside Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
Charles Barkley News / EssentiallySports / March 15
'My Worst Nightmare': Charles Barkley Refuses to Give-Up on Lakers Criticism With Epic Rant
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for their 5th straight win, the first time since November. Despite having 1 loss in the last 8, this streak is not enough for the Purple and Gold franchise to turn hater Charles Barkley into a fan.
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