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The Los Angeles Lakers took care of business on Sunday against the New York Knicks despite missing LeBron James due to injuries to his left elbow and left foot.

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Lakers’ LeBron James day-to-day after missing practice

Lakers star LeBron James remains day to day after sitting out practice Monday, according to coach JJ Redick. James missed Los Angeles’ past two games, victories over the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks, while dealing with a left elbow contusion and ongoing arthritis in his left foot.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / March 10

Reggie Miller On Why LeBron James Is Below Michael Jordan And Kobe Bryant On His All-Time List

Reggie Miller is one of the few lucky players to have gone up against Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James in his NBA career. He rivaled Jordan in his prime, faced Bryant in the 2000 NBA Finals, and also played seven times against James in the regular season over two years before retiring in 2004-05.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 10

LeBron James questionable vs. Wolves with right hip contusion, left foot arthritis

When you’re 41 years old, injuries can pop up at a whim. LeBron James is the only player on the Lakers’ injury report, but not for the reason you’d imagine.

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The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

JJ Redick Talks Shooting, Austin Reaves, Athletic Youngster, And LeBron James Injury Update

The Los Angeles Lakers have had their ups and downs since the 2026 NBA trade deadline. But recent developments have given the Lakers some hope down the stretch.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Luka Doncic Shares Key Takeaway From Lakers’ Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers held the New York Knicks to 97 points Sunday night, never trailed and picked up a wire-to-wire 110-97 victory over one of the Eastern Conference's hottest teams — all without LeBron James in the lineup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 9

JJ Redick was pleased with Deandre Ayton’s play vs. Knicks

Being the starting center of the Lakers is always going to bring an inherent pressure with it. After embracing that pressure coming into the season, Deandre Ayton has faded into the background.

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / March 9

Major update emerges about LeBron James-Warriors links

You can safely cross one team off LeBron James’ list for this summer. The Los Angeles Lakers star forward James is “not interested” in playing for the Golden State Warriors next season, Ashish Mathur of Lakers Daily reported on Monday.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Questionable Vs. Timberwolves

LeBron James (right hip contusion and left foot arthritis) is being listed as questionable for the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / March 9

NBA Notes: Lakers, Austin Reaves, Raptors, Markelle Fultz, Nets

Austin Reaves may be rounding back into early-season form, and that could be big news for the Lakers. Reaves scored 25 points in Sunday’s win over the Knicks, just the third time in the past 15 games he has topped the 20-point mark.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 9

Bill Simmons praises Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves thriving without LeBron James

LeBron James has been in and out of the lineup for the Lakers this season due to a slew of injuries that have plagued him. Throughout that time, Los Angeles is 9-2 when Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves play in his absence.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Will JJ Redick Give Adou Thiero Another Opportunity In Lakers’ Rotation?

If there is one thing the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster has lacked this season, it is athleticism and defensive prowess on the wing. One player they hoped could provide that is rookie Adou Thiero, who they drafted in the second round out of Arkansas.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 9

JJ Redick Announces LeBron James Decision on Monday

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is currently in his historic 23rd NBA season, yet he has continued to play a major role for the franchise despite being in the later stages of his career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 9

Micheal Jordan Weighs In On GOAT Debate & Comparisons To LeBron James & Kobe Bryant

The debate over the GOAT of basketball is a discussion that has been going on for decades and will continue on for many more. These days, the debates mostly center around Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan vs.

Paul Pierce News / The SportsRush / March 9

'Luka and LeBron’s Skill Set Is Too Repetitive': Paul Pierce Believes Lakers Are Better Off Without LBJ

The Lakers have been a pretty good team when LeBron James has been in the lineup. They’ve also been pretty good when he’s had to sit, as he did in yesterday’s 110-97 win over the Knicks.

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 9

JJ Redick Reveals the One Key Behind Lakers’ Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed their second straight win after moving past the New York Knicks 110-97 on Sunday afternoon. Following the game, head coach JJ Redick voiced that it was the effort level defensively that served as the separating factor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 9

Luka Doncic Admits Copying From Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart as Lakers Inch Closer to Important Goal

The Lakers have recorded back-to-back wins again. The team parried some of the criticism about being unable to beat competitive teams after dismantling the Knicks at home.

Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Luka Doncic appears to make the money sign at referee after no-call

Luka Doncic is living very dangerously right now. The Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic had a curious moment during Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Deandre Ayton looked so lazy during Lakers’ fastbreak

Deandre Ayton is not exactly doing anything to mitigate the complaints about his effort or fitness. Ayton was back in the lineup for the Lakers on Sunday against the New York Knicks after missing a game due to left knee soreness.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 7

Marcus Smart Breaks Silence on Criticism Surrounding Lakers’ Deandre Ayton

When Deandre Ayton signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, he envisioned playing a pivotal role in helping the franchise compete for an NBA title. As the season has progressed, the conversation Ayton has moved toward his performance being below the expectations he had laid before he began his Lakers tenure.