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Throughout much of the season, there has been discourse around star forward LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers. The bulk of that conversation

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LeBron James is motivating his teammates just by continually being available

As the old saying goes, the best ability is availability. If there was ever a player who could be afforded some leeway on his availability, it would be a 41-year-old LeBron James in his 23rd season in the NBA.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / March 21

Austin Reaves Available Vs. Magic

The Los Angeles Lakers released an updated injury report for Saturday night’s matchup against the Orlando Magic and Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available.

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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.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Final Injury Report for Lakers-Magic: Will Austin Reaves, Wendell Carter Jr. Play?

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the road on Saturday night as they travel to take on the Orlando Magic in an interconference showdown. Los Angeles enters Saturday’s game with a 45-25 record after defeating the Miami Heat on the road on Thursday night to extend their winning streak to eight games.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 21

Warriors’ Draymond Green Taking Lakers Seriously As Contenders

The NBA playoffs are just around the corner and Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is putting his team in a great position to make a run. L.A. is currently riding an eight-game winning streak, and Doncic is playing at an MVP level to completely shift the vibes from earlier in the year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 21

LeBron James faces bizarre golf moment as alligator sneaks up on him

LeBron James found himself in an unusual situation on the golf course, and the moment quickly caught attention online. A clip shared by Steve Stoute showed the NBA star weighing a risky decision.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 21

Stephen A. Smith lays out intriguing Lakers’ Luka Doncic MVP case

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue their late-season surge, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith outlined a compelling case for Luka Doncic as a legitimate MVP contender.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / March 21

Mavs Exec, Who Took Away Luka Doncic’s Beer, Denies Having Hand In Controversial Lakers Trade

The after-effect of Luka Doncic’s trade was too loud for the Dallas Mavericks to handle. So much so that the ownership had to replace ex-GM Nico Harrison earlier this season.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Stephen A. Smith Names JJ Redick as Coach of the Year Candidate as Lakers Buzz Continues to Build

The Los Angeles Lakers sure are piling up W’s, but they’re also investing sweet time in building real momentum. Eight straight victories, a 45-25 record, Luka Doncic-Austin Reaves insane chemistry, and before we know it, the noise around this team feels different.

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The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 21

Erik Spoelstra Believes LeBron James Is Beating Father Time In 23rd Season

Ever since LeBron James returned from injury on March 12, the Los Angeles Lakers have been playing their best basketball, extending their winning streak to eight games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 21

Magic Johnson: Luka Doncic Is Most Unguardable Player In NBA

Over the Los Angeles Lakers’ eight-game winning streak, Luka Doncic is averaging a ridiculous 40.9 points, 8.9 rebounds, 7.4 assists, 2.4 steals on 50.2% from the field and 42.2% from 3-point range.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 21

Robert Parish Praises LeBron James Ahead Of Lakers Star Breaking Games Played Record

It almost feels like Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James makes some sort of history nearly every time he steps on the court. And on Thursday night, LeBron tied one of the toughest records anyone could ever reach, matching Hall of Famer Robert Parish with his 1,611th career game played.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 21

James Worthy Believes Luka Doncic Sits Above All Other Lakers Greats In One Aspect

The Los Angeles Lakers are a franchise built on some of the best players to ever step foot on an NBA court. Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, LeBron James, Elgin Baylor, Shaquille O’Neal and many other all-time greats have worn the purple and gold.

Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Bronny James' NBA G League Stats Say a Lot

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James has been in and out of the lineup for head coach JJ Redick this season. In his second year in L.A., the 6-foot-2 shooting guard has made 32 appearances, making one start.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 20

Austin Reaves Quietly Climbs Lakers Record Books With Eye-Opening Milestone

On Thursday night, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic stole the show, as he torched the Miami Heat for 60 points, which is the most points he’s scored in a Lakers uniform so far, topping the 51 he had earlier this month against the Chicago Bulls.

J.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / March 20

ESPN Analysts Give Glowing Endorsement of JJ Redick

As the Los Angeles Lakers roll on with an eight-game winning streak and Luka Doncic cements his case as an MVP candidate, head coach JJ Redick is receiving his flowers as well.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 19

Luka Doncic scores 60, breaks Lakers record

Luka Doncic scores 60, breaks franchise record as Lakers extend winning streak

Further claiming his place in the NBA's MVP picture, Luka Doncic put up his most dominating performance of the season as the Los Angeles Lakers stayed red-hot in March.

Lakers legend calls Doncic the 'most unguardable player in the NBA'

LeBron James ties Hall of Famer's record for NBA games played

LeBron shares thoughts on NBA ownership amid league expansion push

Lakers' March hot streak reveals a lot, should scare rest of NBA

High-powered Hornets drop another 130 points in win over Magic

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