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LeBron James Reveals How He Successfully Predicted Kobe Bryant's 81-Point Game

LeBron James has seen greatness up close for over two decades, but even he remembers the night Kobe Bryant left the basketball world speechless. On the '360 with Speedy' show, James recalled where he was during Bryant’s legendary 81-point performance, sharing how he and his friends knew something historic was unfolding in real time.

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Luka Dončić had jokes about Rob Pelinka’s bold leather jacket at his introductory press conference

Fresh off one of the most shocking, unexpected blockbuster trades in NBA history, Lakers President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka was clearly feeling himself heading into the introductory press conference for Luka Dončić.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 18

Lakers Predicted to Have Aggressive Trade Deadline This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have never been afraid to be aggressive in their pursuit of a great roster. Over the years, they have been aggressive in free agency and the trade market.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

The 'Lottery-Era top-three NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 18

Luka Doncic honors his daughter with new Jordan Luka 4

The Los Angeles Lakers and Luka Doncic are gearing up for arguably their biggest season yet as they try to maximize the playing prime of LeBron James. Garnering a ton of offseason hype surrounding his improved physical shape, all signs are pointing towards a new and improved version of Doncic, which could be scary for the league.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / September 18

LeBron James Gives Update On Relationship With Drake

Last year saw the biggest rap beef in history completely take over the country and even the world. Kendrick Lamar and Drake traded diss tracks throughout much of the year and things got personal to the point where many were forced to choose a side, and that included Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 18

Lakers’ LeBron James shares ‘end is near’ retirement admission

LeBron James has been the greatest player in the NBA over the last two decades. At some point, the league’s all-time leading scorer will call it quits in his first-ballot Hall of Fame career and officially announce his retirement.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 18

Spike Lee Recalls Kobe Bryant’s Message to Him After Dropping 61 at MSG

Kobe Bryant didn’t just torment his opponents; he also featured in many a nightmare for rival fans. However, there were some who could would talk trash to him and could get away with it.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 18

National University Named Official Higher Education Sponsor Of Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have announced a multi-year sponsorship naming National University as the official higher education sponsor of the franchise. National University’s Lakers sponsorship will promote fan engagement through both in-game experiences and community involvement.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / September 18

Watch: Behind-The-Scenes Of Making Of LeBron James’ New Shoes With Nike

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is set to enter his 23rd NBA season, so it only makes sense that he is also preparing to launch his 23rd signature sneaker with Nike.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 18

Lakers Could Consider Trading Austin Reaves Under One Condition, Says Insider

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is set to become a free agent next summer, and the franchise will have a tough decision on its hands regarding his future.

Dalton Knecht News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 18

Can Dalton Knecht find his way back into the Lakers rotation?

Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday, breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason.

Deandre Ayton News / The SportsRush / September 18

Deandre Ayton Wasn’t 'Locker Room Cancer' Despite Accusations, Explains Ex-Clippers Center

Every NBA team spends the offseason trying to fill whatever holes they may have had in the previous season. Well, every team except the Golden State Warriors, who have pretty much spent all summer doing little else but having a staring contest with Jonathan Kuminga.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 18

Bronny James Focused On Improving One Aspect Of Game After Summer League

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James started the summer off slowly as he missed the first game of the California Classic before being thrust into game action.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / September 18

The EuroBasket stat that should make Lakers excited for 2025-26

Luka Doncic looked leaner, stronger and more effective playing for Slovenia than he did in a disappointing 2024-25 season that saw him traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Lakers.

Lakers' LeBron James praises 'savant' teammate as his career is nearing its end

LeBron James could make a surprising career move

Which NBA teams have the longest current championship droughts?

The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz