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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 23
NBA exec: JJ Redick owes Yaxel Lendeborg ‘a steak dinner’ for Luka Doncic trash talk
Yaxel Lendeborg spent his NBA debut trying to get under Luka Doncic’s skin. One rival executive thinks the Warriors rookie did Lakers coach JJ Redick a favor.
Dalton Knecht News / Lakers Nation / October 23
Former Lakers Wing Dalton Knecht Signing With Knicks
The Los Angeles Lakers officially parted ways with 2024 No. 17 overall pick Dalton Knecht on Monday. L.A. had to drop from 16 guaranteed contracts to 15, and explored every possible avenue to do so and get something back.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Dalton Knecht has signed with a new team after being released by Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers waived former first-round pick Dalton Knecht ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, but the ex-Tennessee Volunteers star has now landed with a new team.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 23
Knicks to sign Dalton Knecht to two-way deal
The Knicks are signing Dalton Knecht to a two-way contract, his agents at Excel Sports told ESPN’s Shams Charania. The agreement gives the former Lakers first-round pick a fresh start after two seasons in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 23
Max Kellerman Claims Luka Doncic Intentionally Complains To Refs So He Doesn’t Have To Run Back On Defense
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has long been criticized for constantly complaining to officials, but The Ringer’s Max Kellerman believes there is method to this madness.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / October 23
Mavericks Allegedly Ran Behind-The-Scenes Smear Campaign Against Luka Doncic To Justify Lakers Trade
The Dallas Mavericks allegedly worked to damage Luka Doncic’s reputation behind the scenes while defending the decision to trade him to the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 23
Ziaire Williams Happy To Be On Luka Doncic’s Side Of Confrontation With Yaxel Lendeborg
Opening Night was a resounding success for the Los Angeles Lakers as they dominated the Golden State Warriors at home, 127-105. After a close first quarter, a turning point in the game was Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg talking trash to Luka Doncic, which got the Lakers star going.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Kicks on SI / October 23
The Nike Kobe A.D. Protro Returns After 10 Years
Following Kobe Bryant's retirement from the NBA in 2016, fans were eager to see what the Los Angeles Lakers legend and Nike had planned for the future of the line.
Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / October 23
Shaquille O’Neal Calls Walker Kessler Best Big Man In NBA After Lakers Debut
There was a lot of pressure on new Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler coming into his regular season debut. The Lakers traded a lot to acquire him from the Utah Jazz and the history of Lakers big men is immense with the likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O’Neal and Wilt Chamberlain having their jerseys hanging in the rafters.
Dalton Knecht News / Fadeaway World / October 23
Dalton Knecht’s Potential Timeline For His Next NBA Signing Revealed
With the 2026-27 season officially underway, several teams have begun the campaign with the aspirations of contending for the title. While this also marks the beginning of a new season for players eyeing individual silverware, others like Dalton Knecht will be vying for a new team to represent.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 23
'All Delusional': Gilbert Arenas Reveals Who Really Stopped Luka Doncic After ESPN Gives Credit to Yaxel Lendeborg
Despite the 127-105 scoreline, the Los Angeles Lakers won an intense matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Luka Doncic and Yaxel Lendeborg repeatedly exchanged words.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 22
Lakers vs. Clippers Injury Report: 7 Players Ruled Out For LA Showdown
NBA opening week continues tomorrow night with a slate of premium, must-watch matchups. In Los Angeles, the Lakers and Clippers are scheduled for their first meeting of the season, and it could tell us a lot about what to expect going forward.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 22
Luka Doncic has a big chance to make Draymond Green eat his words on MVP race
Winning Most Valuable Player in the NBA is obviously an extremely difficult proposition. Luka Doncic is proof.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Lakers Injury Report: Collin Sexton Available, Jake LaRavia Questionable Vs. Clippers
Collin Sexton (right soleus strain) is off the Los Angeles Lakers’ injury report for Friday’s game against the L.A. Clippers, signaling that he will make his team debut.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Lakers’ Ziaire Williams Makes Major Walker Kessler Prediction After Game 1
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a 1-0 start to the season after a stellar outing against the Golden State Warriors. The Lakers' 2026-27 season couldn't have started better, and the same goes for the team's newest member, Walker Kessler.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 22
NBA TV broadcasters may have a Warriors problem
The NBA scheduled the Golden State Warriors for 28 nationally-televised games this season. After an embarrassing performance in their season opener, that's looking like a poor decision.
Steph Curry News / Yardbarker / October 22
Stephen Curry facing harsh reality after Lakers' blowout win over Warriors
After striking out on big-name targets in the offseason and bringing back a similar roster from last year, the Warriors seem stuck.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Shaquille O’Neal wants the Lakers to embrace a hilarious nickname
Shaquille O’Neal is pushing a hilarious nickname for the Los Angeles Lakers, and he wants the team to embrace it. After praising Lakers big man Walker
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 22
Lakers' Luka Doncic earns ire of Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg: 'I lost all respect'
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has gotten under the skin of many NBA players during his eight-year NBA career. It took only one game for Golden State Warriors' rookie Yaxel Lendeborg to get a taste of Doncic's style of play and on-court behavior and not like it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 22
'Shaq, You Must Suck': Charles Barkley Reacts to Walker Kessler Creating History Alongside Wilt Chamberlain on Lakers Debut
Walker Kessler could hardly have scripted a better start to life with the Los Angeles. On his Lakers debut, he delivered a historic shooting performance, bringing names like Wilt Chamberlain into the conversation.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Luka Doncic sends message to Lakers fans in full-page ad
The Los Angeles Lakers are beginning a new era without LeBron James, and now is officially time for Luka Doncic to be the top superstar of the team. Ahead of Wednesday’s season opener against the Golden State Warriors, Doncic put out a full-page ad in the Los Angeles Times newspaper with a championship message to the fans.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 20
Dalton Knecht getting waived proves the Lakers are changing their standards
The decision to cut ties with Knecht reflects an overdue awareness on the part of the Lakers to be more careful with building the roster.
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