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Lakers’ Big Trade Deadline Addition Is A Familiar Face

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers have trended in the right direction in January. They also have more good news on the horizon. Breakout star Austin Reaves is close to returning from his injury at an important time for the Lakers.

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4 Luka Doncic blockbuster trades that will never happen

When Luka Doncic played for the Dallas Mavericks, it was assumed there was a genuine zero percent chance that he’d be traded. Last season, he was just 25 years old and fresh off leading his team to an NBA Finals appearance.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / February 2

JJ Redick Addresses State Of Lakers Roster Leading Up To Trade Deadline

After their loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers currently sit at 29-19, good for sixth in the Western Conference. While that is a good record and the Lakers are right in the thick of the playoff race, most don’t consider them a true championship contender.

Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 2

Lakers’ Jake LaRavia Talks Defense, Luka & LeBron, NBA Trade Deadline

After stints with the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, defensive-minded forward Jake LaRavia became an unrestricted free agent this past summer and didn't take long to make his decision, signing a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, joining fellow AMR Agency client and friend, Austin Reaves.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

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The 'Most three-pointers made in 2021-22' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 2

LeBron James: It Means ‘Everything’ To Play At Madison Square Garden

With this possibly being LeBron James’ final season in the NBA, every game means a little more. That is the case even more so when the Los Angeles Lakers make their lone appearances in certain places, and their one trip to New York to play at Madison Square Garden certainly qualifies.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 2

Lakers’ LeBron James, Luka Doncic sound off on Austin Reaves’ ongoing injury absence

The Los Angeles Lakers lost a primetime game in New York to the Knicks last night, and it’s hard not to wonder, considering the team’s lackluster second-half showing, how different the game could have gone if L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 2

JJ Redick Reflects On Luka Doncic Trade One Year Later

One year ago, the Los Angeles Lakers’ fortunes changed forever when they traded for Luka Doncic in the most shocking deal in NBA history. The Lakers had just beaten the New York Knicks in an impressive road win before the news broke that Doncic would be making his way to Los Angeles.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 2

Mavericks Confirm Bad News for Luka Doncic, Lakers Amid Plans to Trade Anthony Davis & 3 Stars

The Los Angeles Lakers lost out on De’Andre Hunter and Keon Ellis once they swapped sides in the first trade before the deadline passed. After the latest news, their options might be exhausted even further.

Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / February 2

When Will Austin Reaves Return? Latest Injury Update on Lakers Star Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers are about to end their 8-game road trip. On Sunday, they met the New York Knicks and lost 112-100. This marked their third loss in the last seven games.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

NBA News / The SportsRush / February 2

Jalen Brunson Stills Finds Luka Doncic’s Lakers Transition 'Weird'

Life sure takes you to funny places, doesn’t it? The NBA is undeniable proof of that. Take the cases of Luka Doncic and Jalen Brunson, for instance. Both Doncic and Brunson came into the league together in the 2018 Draft.

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The '10-time NBA All-Stars' quiz

There have been 31 players since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976 that have been named to at least 10 All-Star games. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 2

LeBron James ‘Blessed’ And ‘Honored’ To Be Named All-Star For 22nd Time

It appears talks of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James’ demise were greatly exaggerated as it was announced on Sunday night that he has been named an NBA All-Star for the 22nd time, extending his league record.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 2

Dirk Nowitzki’s Stance Threatens Mavs Future After Heartbreaking Luka Doncic Trade

In the chaotic aftermath of trading away superstar Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks’ future has never looked more uncertain – forcing the franchise to turn toward its past for a potential lifeline.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2

LeBron James’ latest comments add more fuel to retirement speculation

LeBron James once again waxed poetic on the prospect of his looming retirement. The Los Angeles Lakers star spoke to reporters after his team lost to the New York Knicks 112-100 at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 2

Caitlin Clark explains why she aspires to learn from Luka Doncic

Clark joined NBC's pregame broadcast ahead of Sunday night's Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks game and called Doncic "amazing and incredible" before going on to discuss how she could pattern parts of her game after his to improve as she prepares to enter her third WNBA season.

Clark has an awkward moment with Reggie Miller during her NBC debut

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