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NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

Nets Stars Emerge as Potential Lakers' Trade Targets

The NBA trade deadline is right around the corner, with the Los Angeles Lakers expected to be one of the more active teams in the league. General manager Rob Pelinka and the Lakers' brass have until Feb.

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The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 21

Jeanie Buss’ inner circle, including Kurt, Linda Rambis, received huge bonuses after sale of Lakers

If you haven’t had a good groan recently, prepare yourselves. On Wednesday, Baxter Holmes of ESPN published an extensive post on the Buss family and the drama surrounding them.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

LeBron James News / Sneakers on SI / January 21

LeBron James Debuts the Nike LeBron 23 'Shut Up and Dribble'

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Nike recently drew criticism over MLK-inspired shoes designed after exterior color of the Lorraine Motel. In his first game since the controversy, James previewed upcoming shoes that are likely to stir more drama on social media.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Lakers Injury News: Austin Reaves Expected To Return During 8-Game Road Trip

The Los Angeles Lakers hit a wall to near midway through the 2025-26 season after Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a left calf strain. Reaves re-aggravated his calf after previously missing a few games for it and was given about six weeks to recover before he would be reevaluated.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Jeanie Buss’ Decision on Trading LeBron James to the Clippers Emerges

The Los Angeles Lakers faced internal tension in the aftermath of the Russell Westbrook trade in July 2021, and at the center of it was Jeanie Buss’ changing view of the Lakers' franchise player, LeBron James.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Luka Doncic's Next Move as Lakers Star Closes in on Suspension

The Los Angeles Lakers took down the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, 115-107. Luka Doncic led the way, dropping a triple-double of 38 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Lead Comeback Effort Against Nuggets

After a brief home stay, the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their annual Grammy road trip by heading out to the mountains to see the Denver Nuggets for NBA Rivalry Week.

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The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

LeBron James Breaks Silence on All-Star Snub, Leaves LA Weekend Plans Up in the Air

In the first All-Star to be played in Inglewood since 1983, one of LA’s biggest star LeBron James’ availability remains uncertain. Fans, media analysts, and fellow players had the voting rights, and none of them voted for the 41-year-old in the top 5.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

JJ Redick Details Lakers System Change to Protect Luka Doncic Defensively

Luka Doncic brought main character energy to the third act. The Denver Nugget had the first half in the bag with a 16-point lead. But a sudden defensive pivot, one that we’d not seen from this squad, changed everything.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 21

Lakers Prove Resilience, Overcome Nuggets in Mile High Thriller 115-107

It felt like we’d seen this movie before. The Los Angeles Lakers, staring up at the banners in Ball Arena, looked lost. For a half, it was the same old story in Denver: altitude, attitude, and a deficit that felt heavier than the thin air outside.

Rob Pelinka News / EssentiallySports / January 21

$38 Million Nets Star Leads Lakers Trade Race After 3x All-Star Pressures Rob Pelinka

The period leading to the trade deadline on February 5 has been awkwardly quiet this season, despite multiple players on the trade block for weeks. One of the most talked-about teams is the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 21

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Nuggets

In back-to-back games, the Lakers have rallied in the second half to pull out wins. On Sunday against the Raptors, they trailed by three entering the fourth before coming out on top.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Lakers use strong 2nd half to surge past Nuggets

Luka Doncic had 38 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers used a strong second half to beat the Denver Nuggets 115-107 on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

Lakers' Austin Reaves Receives New Expected Return Date for Calf Strain

At the halfway point of the NBA regular season, injuries can start piling up for every team in the league, with 41 or more games in the books and the grind of the season beginning to take its toll.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Vs. Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers announced center Deandre Ayton was ruled out of the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets with a left eye injury. Ayton got hit in the face towards the end of the first half and did not come out for the third quarter with his team as Jaxson Hayes got the start in his place.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 20

Lakers’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that ruins title chances

The trade deadline is only weeks away, and the Lakers find themselves in a similar predicament as last season. They’re right in playoff contention but still far away from actually being one of the few teams that have the opportunity to compete for a title.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 20

NBA Makes Luka Doncic Announcement Amid 2nd Season With Lakers

Luka Doncic remains one of the hottest names in the NBA right now. The Los Angeles Lakers star, who joined the team via trade last season, leads the league in scoring with 33.3 points on 46.4% shooting, along with 7.5 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game.

Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / January 20

Lakers Honored Kobe Bryant and Gigi By Winning the 2020 NBA Title: Danny Green

NBA championships have always been the standard for the Los Angeles Lakers. Unfortunately, the team hasn’t experienced that level in the past few years.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 20

LeBron has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

LeBron James has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

Two of the most impressive and unbreakable streaks in NBA history ending in the same season may be the indicator that James has limited time left in the NBA.

NBA reveals 10 starters for new All-Star Game format

Brian Windhorst would pick lousy East team in a series vs. Lakers

Lakers slapped with a rule violation after Luka Doncic’s shenanigans

Ja Morant's stance on a trade is more trouble for the Grizzlies

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 19