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On YouTubeJaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Jaxson Hayes (left foot soreness) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 7
New Lakers Luka Doncic Video Emerges From Spain Amid Injury Concerns
The Los Angeles Lakers are counting down to the playoffs with two of their best players hurt, and every update on Luka Doncic carries real weight right now.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / April 7
Mavs deny JJ Redick's claim of incorrect MRI on Austin Reaves’ injury
The Dallas Mavericks have denied Lakers coach JJ Redick's claim that their medical staff initially performed an MRI on the wrong part of Austin Reaves' body, leading to a second MRI and a delayed diagnosis of his oblique injury.
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7
Mavericks respond to JJ Redick claiming they botched Austin Reaves’ MRI
The Dallas Mavericks are calling cap on JJ Redick’s claim that they had failed to conduct Austin Reaves’ MRI properly. The Los Angeles Lakers head coach turned heads last week when he accused the Mavericks’ medical team of scanning “the wrong area” of Reaves’ body after he suffered an oblique issue.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 7
JJ Redick Gives Update on Marcus Smart Ahead of Lakers-Thunder
Marcus Smart is one of the most important players for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. His defensive tenacity has worked well alongside the offensive firepower from the backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 7
Predicting the Lakers Final Seed in the 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers entered April as a legitimate contender. Then Luka Doncic went down with a hamstring strain, Austin Reaves followed with an oblique injury, and suddenly the final week of the regular season became about damage control.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 7
Is Luka Dončić returning for the playoffs a good idea? 
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7
Lakers legend Michael Cooper has landed a college basketball head coaching job
Michael Cooper, a five-time NBA champion as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, is now a head coach in college basketball. Cooper has been hired by Cal State Los Angeles, a Division II school, according to Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 7
Paul Pierce Urges LeBron James to Walk Away From Lakers Now
LeBron James is 41 years old, playing his 23rd NBA season, and somehow still posting 30-point games. But this Lakers season just took a brutal turn, and now one of his peers is saying enough is enough.
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.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 7
Final Injury Report for Thunder-Lakers: Will LeBron James, Jalen Williams Play?
The Los Angeles Lakers are at home on Thursday night as they host the Oklahoma City Thunder in a Western Conference showdown. Los Angeles enters Thursday’s game with a 50-28 record after losing on the road to the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night.
Jerry West News / Athlon Sports / April 7
NBA Legend Jerry West Felt Deeply Embarrassed After Lakers Marketing Move
Jerry West did it all in the NBA. First as a player, then as an executive. But before the legacy, before the logo, there was a flatbed truck and a city that had not bought in yet.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / April 7
Report: LeBron James to sit, leaving Lakers short-handed vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers will reportedly keep LeBron James out of Tuesday's home game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, leaving the team extremely short-handed against the defending NBA champions.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / April 7
LeBron James Out Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers announced LeBron James (left foot injury management) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday night’s rematch against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
Watch: LeBron James, Anthony Davis Team Up For Prank On Draymond Green
LeBron James and Anthony Davis are no longer teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the two are still very close friends, as they were for their entire tenure together in L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 7
Klay Thompson’s father believes one WWE star has ‘cursed’ the LA Lakers amid injury crisis
Mychal Thompson has jokingly suggested that a WWE star may have “cursed” the Lakers, as the team continues to deal with a growing injury crisis at a crucial stage of the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
JJ Redick Praises Job Luke Kennard Did As Primary Ball-Handler
With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out for the foreseeable future, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called upon Luke Kennard to become the team’s new lead guard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 7
JJ Redick Used ‘Information You Have’ With Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Decisions
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick may have claimed 50-win seasons in his first two years on the job, but even he will find it hard to make up for the losses of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers hit a brutal stretch last Thursday, and the timing could not be worse. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with injuries during a 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 7
Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news
The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with a ticking clock when it comes to Luka Doncic and his injured hamstring.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 5
JJ Redick outlines Lakers' plan amid Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries
The Los Angeles Lakers took another major hit on Saturday when the team announced guard Austin Reaves will miss the rest of the regular season with a Grade 2 oblique strain.
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