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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 10
Sandro Mamukelashvili Opens Up On Playing With Luka Doncic And Austin Reaves
After losing LeBron James this summer, along with several key members of their supporting cast, the Los Angeles Lakers are being overlooked by much of the NBA community.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 10
Why Luka Doncic makes Kevon Looney feel like Lakers can beat anyone
Veteran center Kevon Looney didn’t hold back in explaining what Luka Doncic does for the Los Angeles Lakers, even in the preseason. Without LeBron James, Doncic’s determined to have a bounce-back season in 2026-27.
Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 10
Lakers' Jake LaRavia Opens Up About Major Change Behind Impressive Preseason
Toward the end of last season, one Los Angeles Lakers player whose role changed significantly due to struggles on the basketball floor was Jake LaRavia.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / October 10
Luka Doncic Admits He’s 'Disappointed' By Lakers’ Playoff Loss To Thunder
Last season, the Lakers were considered underdogs in the Western Conference. Even with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James, they lacked the same depth and firepower as elite contenders like the Thunder, Spurs, and Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 10
What’s Going On With Walker Kessler And Collin Sexton?
The Los Angeles Lakers have played three of their five preseason games, but new acquisitions Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton have yet to see the floor.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / October 10
JJ Redick: Lakers Are Invested In Development Of Chris Mañon
One area of the organization the Los Angeles Lakers have spoken about being a priority over the past couple seasons has been their player development. The franchise wants to be able to develop younger talent into real contributors at the NBA level.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 10
Derek Fisher names player who can fix the LA Lakers’ bench unit
LA Lakers legend Derek Fisher believes the team’s free-agent signing, Sandro Mamukelashvili, is the player who can reignite the team’s bench unit. Last season, the team struggled when key players like Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James went to the bench.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 10
Sandro Mamukelashvili Enjoying Being Austin Reaves’ Teammate
In the Los Angeles Lakers’ first three preseason games, one bright spot unquestionably has been the play of Sandro Mamukelashvili. He has fit in well with his new teammates, which includes Austin Reaves, who made his preseason debut on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 10
Warriors signing Brandin Podziemski to massive contract extension
The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension with guard Brandin Podziemski.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 10
The good, the bad and the murky of the Lakers preseason so far 
First impressions are important. Whether it’s your appearance during a job interview, how your jokes land on a blind date or the execution of an offensive set in a team’s preseason game, a lot could be garnered from that first blink.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 10
JJ Redick: Jake LaRavia Is Shooting With ‘A Lot Of Confidence’
There are a lot of minutes and rotation spots up for grabs for the Los Angeles Lakers in training camp and preseason, particularly on the wings. Players such as Ziaire Williams, Matisse Thybulle, Jake LaRavia, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr are all battling to secure a rotation spot and consistent playing time for the upcoming season.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 10
Lakers New: Luka Doncic Regrets Decision To Return Vs. Thunder After Tweaking Hamstring
The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers’ season was completely altered when they took on the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2. On that night, not only were the Lakers blown out on the road, but both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves suffered injuries that would, in Doncic’s case, completely end his season.
Nick Young News / EssentiallySports / October 10
'I Still Call Him a Snitch': Nick Young Reopens Feud With D’Angelo Russell Over Exposing His Cheating Scandal
Nick Young still has not forgotten what happened between him and D’Angelo Russell in 2016. Nearly a decade after their Los Angeles Lakers locker-room controversy made headlines, he continues to hold D-Lo responsible.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 10
Lakers face instant reality check on expensive Walker Kessler gamble
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 9
Sandro Mamukelashvili says he blacked out, played Snoop Dogg after signing with Lakers
Some players sign a deal with a new team in free agency and start immediately envisioning how they will fit in with their new teammates. Others black out and start celebrating in a diner parking lot while listening to Snoop Dogg.
Rafael Castro News / Fadeaway World / October 9
Lakers Sign Rafael Castro, Waive William Kyle III In Late Offseason Move
With 21 players on the roster, we knew the Lakers were not done making moves. In fact, before opening night, they’ll have to trim their roster down by several spots to comply with NBA rules.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 9
Lakers Add Young Big Man Recently Released by Rockets
With two games left on their NBA preseason schedule and less than two weeks until the regular-season opener on Oct. 21, the Los Angeles Lakers have made a change to their roster.
J.J. Redick News / Hoops Wire / October 9
JJ Redick doubles down on Lakers as ‘championship-level’ team
JJ Redick could have walked back the championship talk. Instead, the Lakers coach doubled down. Redick said before training camp that he believed Los Angeles could develop into a “championship-level” team this season and that, for the first time in his tenure, the roster pieces truly fit together.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 9
Lakers Media Member Exposes Major Downgrade in Treatment After Preseason Debut
What are the perks of covering one of the most storied franchises in NBA history? Free parking… occasionally… when the stars align. Lauren Jones, the dedicated LakeShow insider behind LoJo Media, initially flexed arena upgrades for Los Angeles Lakers media members pulling up at Crypto.com Arena.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8
Luka Doncic makes confession about his late-season injury
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is pointing the finger at himself over the injury that severely limited him in the NBA Playoffs. Doncic tried to absolve coach JJ Redick of blame for the hamstring injury he suffered during a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in an April 2 regular season game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 8
Lakers Notes: Quentin Grimes, Luka Doncic, Jaden Hardy, camp battles
Quentin Grimes is giving the Lakers reason to believe he can handle plenty of responsibility alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The scoring has been there early.
Jeanie Buss News / Yardbarker / October 7
Buss siblings push back on Jeanie Buss as Lakers sale nears NBA vote
Five of Jerry Buss' six children filed their formal opposition in court on Wednesday to Jeanie Buss' petition to stop the sale of the family trust's remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 5
Draymond Green explains why Dalton Knecht has struggled with Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have to cut one player on a guaranteed deal before opening night, and all signs point to Dalton Knecht being the odd man out.
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