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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 22
Suns, Lakers square off for third time this month
Western Conference rivals clash for the third time this month when Phoenix hosts the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. The Suns split the first two games with the Lakers, winning 125-108 in Los Angeles on Dec.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 22
'First Guy That Ties His Shoestrings 100 Times in a Game': LeBron James Reveals How Teammates Roast Him Over 'Records'
LeBron James holds a host of NBA records, playing at an elite level for over two decades. Entering the league at just 18 years old, he gained a head start on his career compared to those who came out of college.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 22
Lakers Announce Deandre Ayton News Before Suns Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with a considerable injury crisis of late, which includes starting center Deandre Ayton. The 7-foot big man has been sidelined by an elbow injury, which has cost him two straight games on the shelf.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 22
Lakers Injury Report: Deandre Ayton Returns, Austin Reaves Questionable, Luka Doncic & Rui Hachimura Out Vs. Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns and Deandre Ayton (left elbow soreness) is off it and good to go, while Luka Doncic (lower left leg contusion), Rui Hachimura (right groin soreness) and Gabe Vincent (low back soreness) are out and Austin Reaves (left calf strain) is questionable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 22
Whether LeBron James will play in golf’s Internet Invitational in 2026
NBA superstar LeBron James is the latest big celebrity name to get into golf and his newfound hobby has got people excited. Like so many in other sports, James has taken to picking up the golf clubs and getting himself out on the course.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Hall of Famer Pulls No Punches on Luka Doncic, LeBron James Fit
The Los Angeles Lakers' most recent win was a prime example of how potent their offense can be when LeBron James and Luka Doncic are playing at their best.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 22
Deandre Ayton Reveals How Luka Doncic Got Injured as Lakers Star Makes Health Announcement
Deandre Ayton’s presence in the Los Angeles Lakers roster seems to have channeled fresh energy. However, the 2017 No.1 draft pick had to miss two consecutive games with an elbow injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 22
Deandre Ayton Calls Jaxson Hayes Best Big Man He’s Played With In One Aspect
The Los Angeles Lakers signed Deandre Ayton to be the team’s starting center and he has come in and had a huge impact for them this season, nearly averaging a double-double and providing a much-needed physical presence down low.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Showtime Lakers Legend Calls Out Kevin Durant for Ring Chasing
Over its nearly 80 years of existence, the NBA has changed drastically, from merging with alternate leagues to introducing the three-point shot to adding the electrifying NBA tournament just three seasons ago.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
JJ Redick drops glowing Austin Reaves All-Star endorsement
LOS ANGELES – NBA All-Star voting got underway this past week, and for the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves has been making the case for being selected to his first All-Star appearance.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
Lakers’ Luka Doncic day-to-day with lower leg contusion
Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers fell back down to Earth with an ugly road loss against the crosstown rival Los Angeles Clippers. Los Angeles was down three starters to begin this game, with Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, and Deandre Ayton all being injured, and by the end, Luka Doncic had also joined them on the sidelines with a leg injury.
Pat Riley News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Legends Don’t Hold Back on Pat Riley’s ‘Vicious’ Approach
Few can boast the impressive resume of current Miami Heat team president and former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Pat Riley. Riley won an NBA championship with the Lakers as a player in 1972, won five titles between his time as the head coach of the Lakers and Heat, and has won two titles as an executive with the Miami Heat.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / December 22
Jarred Vanderbilt Focusing On Offensive Rebounding
Jarred Vanderbilt has found his way back into the Los Angeles Lakers rotation. He was a DNP coach’s decision for nine out of 10 games between Nov. 18 and Dec.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 22
James Harden Doesn’t Think LeBron James’ Scoring Record Will Be Broken
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in February of 2023, when he passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 38,387 total points.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 22
Lakers Facing Major Competition for Rumored Trade Target
The Los Angeles Lakers have been connected to seemingly every defensive wing on the trading block, as the 19-8 Lakers have struggled mightily on defense this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 22
Former Lakers Center Joins New NBA Team on Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers spent much of last season evaluating their options in the frontcourt without ever settling on anyone for the center position. One of the players who got reps in there last year and this season is now heading to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Christian Koloko News / Hoops Rumors / December 22
Christian Koloko Joining Grizzlies On 10-Day Hardship Contract
The Grizzlies will sign center Christian Koloko to a 10-day contract using the hardship exception, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Koloko, 25, began the season on a two-way deal with the Lakers, but he was waived in late November to create an opening for the team to add Drew Timme.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Scoop B / December 22
With LeBron nearing his final chapter, can we finally settle the ’96 NBA Draft Class vs. 2003 NBA Draft Class debate in 2025?
Back in 2017, the Los Angeles Lakers retired Kobe Bryant’s legendary No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys. It was the perfect moment to reopen the greatest debate in NBA Draft history: ’96 vs.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / December 22
LeBron James Discusses Significance Of Playing On Christmas Day
No one has played more NBA seasons than Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as he is in the midst of his 23rd year. As he gets set to turn 41 years old on Dec.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / December 22
LeBron James: Honor to play on Christmas, but would rather be with family
LeBron James has played more Christmas Day games than anyone in NBA history. It hasn’t made the decision any easier. Asked about suiting up for his 20th Christmas game this week, James was honest.
Bronny James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
Lakers’ Bronny James comes up big in G-League showdown vs. Victor Oladipo
The Los Angeles Lakers spotlight followed Bronny James into the G-League on Sunday night, and he delivered under it. Earlier this season, after earning his first career start, James stepped into another proving ground.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 21
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 21
LeBron James won't take Chris Paul's side in feud with Clippers
The Clippers' decision to move on from Paul has drawn considerable criticism.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 19
LeBron James has fans concerned with his 'YouTube golf' quip
James has proven this season that he is still capable of playing at a high level, but many fans are concerned that the Los Angeles Lakers star's motivation is starting to wane.
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