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Luka Doncic & LeBron James Lead Second Straight Win Over Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action on Sunday night when they hosted the Memphis Grizzlies for the second straight game. The Lakers took care of business in the first meeting and were looking to do so again, especially with the Grizzlies extremely shorthanded without Ja Morant and others.

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Lakers Trade Update: Insider Reveals Two Potential Acquisitions Amid LeBron James Rumor

While the trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James is carrying the offensive responsibility, the Los Angeles Lakers need players to desperately carry out the same task on the defensive end.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 5

NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Suns, Devin Booker, Timberwolves

The Lakers needed one of those nights and got it. Luka Doncic poured in 36 points with nine rebounds and eight assists, LeBron James added 26 points and 10 assists, and Los Angeles rallied past Memphis, 120-114, for its second home win over the Grizzlies in three days.

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Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / January 5

Deandre Ayton Addresses Lakers’ Decision After Frustration Talks

The Los Angeles Lakers made the most of their center, Deandre Ayton, on Sunday's 120-114 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. He had a strong outing and finished with 15 points on 75% shooting.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 5

Game Grades: Lakers vs. Grizzlies

The Lakers badly needed a reset after a pretty rough stretch of games over the holidays. Fortunately, the Grizzlies offered themselves up as a middling team ready to take a couple of losses.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 5

Lakers' Jake LaRavia Addresses Increased Role Amid Austin Reaves' Absence

Jake LaRavia has improved his play in the 2025-26 NBA season for the Los Angeles Lakers amid the absence of star guard Austin Reaves. On Sunday, LaRavia was arguably the third-best player for the Lakers, behind Luka Doncic and LeBron James.

Jake Laravia News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5

Lakers’ Jake LaRavia gets away with the worst missed double-dribble ever

Jake LaRavia briefly became impervious to the rules of professional basketball on Sunday. LaRavia and the Los Angeles Lakers played on Sunday night against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / January 5

Luka Doncic helps Lakers sweep two-game set from Grizzlies

Luka Doncic flirted with a triple-double with 36 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, LeBron James added 26 points with 10 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers swept a two-game set against the visiting Memphis Grizzlies by rallying for a 120-114 victory on Sunday.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 5

Lakers complete fourth-quarter comeback to sweep Grizzlies

The Lakers remain undefeated in clutch games with a comeback win against the Grizzlies on Sunday with a 120-114 win. With the win, LA completes the season sweep of Memphis.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 5

Lakers Come Back To Beat Grizzlies For Second Straight Win

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off 2026 on a high note by beating the Memphis Grizzlies at home. They looked to carry that momentum into Sunday night’s rematch as the Grizzlies returned to Crypto.com Arena for the second straight game.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 5

'Star in Your Role': JJ Redick’s Simple Blueprint for Jake LaRavia and DeAndre Ayton Amid Lakers’ Injury Crunch

The Lakers, despite being down two key players, were still able to beat the Memphis Grizzlies last weekend. Head coach JJ Redick had to make do with what he had, and he put together a perfect plan to make sure they got over the line.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 4

Lakers rumors: Marc Stein says quiet part out loud about trade struggles

The Los Angeles Lakers currently sit at 21-11 and in fifth place in the Western Conference standings. Although the Lakers reportedly would like try and upgrade the roster by the NBA trade deadline and acquire a true 3&D wing player, there are obstacles working against that, as per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 4

Should Lakers make run at Blazers’ Robert Williams III?

The Lakers don’t have a patience problem. They have a timing problem. They started the season looking like a team that could hang in the West. Lately, they’ve looked like one trying to figure out how much urgency is too much urgency.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / January 4

JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers For Lack Of Execution On ATOs

One could argue JJ Redick is in for his first major challenge as an NBA head coach with the Los Angeles Lakers. His team has not been great defensively, inconsistent offensively and is currently last in bench scoring.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 4

Lakers Starting Five Ranks Among the NBA’s Worst Lineups This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers’ struggles this season are no longer just about effort, injuries, or chemistry. The numbers openly indicate the lineup choices. According to lineup data with a minimum threshold of 150 possessions, the Lakers’ most-used starting five ranks as the fifth-worst five-man unit in the entire NBA.

Dalton Knecht News / Fadeaway World / January 4

Lakers Fans Mad At Dalton Knecht For Not Knowing Offensive Playbook

Los Angeles Lakers fans found a new source of frustration this week, and it centered on Dalton Knecht and one painfully revealing possession. It was not a missed shot or a blown defensive rotation.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 5