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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 12
Luka Dončić was encouraged by the Lakers’ small ball lineup in fourth quarter against Spurs 
There aren’t many positives Los Angeles could come away with in their 132-119 loss against the Spurs in the NBA Cup quarterfinal. However, in the fourth quarter, the Lakers changed things up in an attempt to mount a comeback.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 12
Carmelo Anthony says only reason LeBron James isn’t scoring 30 PPG
LeBron James is approaching the game differently this season, and it’s led to a noticeable drop in his scoring. For the first time in his career, LeBron is starting to look like a player feeling the effects of age.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 12
The Lakers keep losing the same way
For just the seventh time in 24 games, the Lakers lost on Wednesday. To be past the quarter pole of the season and winning at a nearly 71% rate while boasting
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / December 12
Watch: Jake LaRavia Wins Team Pickleball Tournament
Jake LaRavia has made a nice addition to the Los Angeles Lakers as the versatile forward does a little bit of everything on both sides of the court. LaRavia signed a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers in free agency and that already looks to be a bargain as he’s served an important role off the bench for head coach JJ Redick.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / December 12
LeBron James Among 5 NBA Stars Who Are Averaging Career Lows In Points
Nearly two months into the 2025-26 NBA season, it has become evident that several players are entering the prime of their careers. Unfortunately, players such as LeBron James and Chris Paul find themselves on the outside looking in at this stage.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 12
'He Took a Step Back': Carmelo Anthony Claims LeBron James Could Average 30ppg in Year 23 if He Wanted To
LeBron James is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. Except this season, he’s gotten off to a slow start, averaging a career low 16.5 points through eight games played.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 12
'Lakers Got Exposed': Kendrick Perkins Talks About Defensive Troubles Plaguing Luka Doncic and Co.
The NBA cup is nearing its conclusion and has revealed a lot about teams this season. The OKC Thunder are still unstoppable, the Knicks are trying to right the wrongs of last season, and the LA Lakers are learning to live without the talents of LeBron James and instead leaning on the future of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11
Blue Ivy is Beyoncé’s twin during Lakers courtside game with Jay-Z
Blue Ivy made fans double-take during her Los Angeles Lakers game due to her striking resemblance to her mom, Beyoncé. The 13-year-old sat alongside her father, rap icon Jay-Z, to watch the Lakers take on the San Antonio Spurs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 11
Shaquille O’Neal Takes A Dig At Luka Doncic, Baffled by Lakers Star’s Dominance
Luka Doncic has risen to the top of the basketball world not through elite athleticism, but with skill, vision, and basketball IQ. He’s averaged 21.2 points as a rookie and around 28–29 points per game every season since.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 11
Lakers' Deandre Ayton Takes Massive Shot at Himself After Perfect Night
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton played nearly perfect Sunday night against the Philadelphia 76ers. Ayton made all seven of his field goal attempts, finishing with 14 points, 12 rebounds and two assists with zero turnovers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11
Rich Paul blasts claim he leveraged Lakers’ LeBron James to get his clients paid
Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, took exception to the notion that his top client plays a role in helping his other clients get paid.
J.J. Redick News / NBA Analysis Network / December 11
JJ Redick must give Lakers outcast with three minutes in 10 games another chance after NBA Cup defeat
The Los Angeles Lakers were knocked out of the NBA Cup by the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. The Lakers were expected to win the game because they are having an excellent season, and the Spurs were without Victor Wembanyama.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 11
Lakers Legend Rick Fox Announces Surprise Personal News
Rick Fox forever will be associated with one of the most dominant NBA dynasties in league history. The North Carolina grad was a major role player for the Los Angeles Lakers during the team's three-peat from 2000-02.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 11
JJ Redick Not Concerned With Austin Reaves’ Second Straight Rough Game
Austin Reaves has not only been one of the best players on the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but he’s been one of the best in the league. Reaves has performed at an All-Star level and when LeBron James and Luka Doncic have missed games, he has stepped up even more and led this Lakers team to victories when most would assume a loss was coming.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 11
Edwin’s Journal: The King is officially back
What a week of Lakers basketball. First was LeBron James ending his double-digit scoring streak in the most dramatic of fashions, passing up the game-winning shot against the Raptors so that Rui Hachimura could win it from three.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / December 11
Marcus Smart Felt Good Physically In Return To Action
The Los Angeles Lakers had been without Marcus Smart for the past six games as he dealt with a back injury, and the team sorely missed his energy and defensive presence.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11
Lakers’ fatal flaw on full display in ugly NBA Cup loss to Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers have mostly had a good season, currently sitting at 17-7, fourth in the Western Conference, and leading the Pacific Division. But shrouded within their solid start is the Lakers’ fatal flaw, which has been laid bare by their losses.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / December 11
Luka Doncic: Lakers Must Figure Out Defensive Issues Quickly
Coming into the season, there were questions about whether the Los Angeles Lakers could defend at a high enough level to contend. And despite their strong start to the season, those questions have remained as the Lakers have had good games, but also some really rough ones as well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 11
LeBron James, Austin Reaves address NBA Cup elimination
The Los Angeles Lakers couldn't keep the ball rolling in a loss to the San Antonio Spurs, resulting in their elimination from the NBA Cup.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 11
LA Lakers legend James Worthy gives ‘funny’ reality check to Luka Doncic, ‘wasn’t a dominant…’
Luka Doncic and the LA Lakers were no match for the San Antonio Spurs. After shedding some weight in the offseason, Luka Doncic has been playing the best basketball of his career for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Rich Paul News / HITC / December 11
Rich Paul’s real target of not viewing LA Lakers as contenders revealed by Danny Green
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, is currently in the headlines. The Los Angeles Lakers’ blazing hot start to the 2025-26 NBA season has now been put into question, especially following their blowout NBA Cup loss against the San Antonio Spurs.
Rich Paul News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9
Rich Paul questions whether the Lakers are ‘contenders’
Agent Rich Paul sent the Los Angeles Lakers something of a warning despite their good start to the season. Paul, best known as LeBron James’ agent, suggested the Lakers have more work to do in order to seriously contend for an NBA title.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 9
LeBron James' agent explains why he believes Lakers aren't true contenders
The Lakers are tied with the Denver Nuggets with a 17-6 record and are sitting in second place in the stacked Western Conference.
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