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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 27
Marcus Smart Defends JJ Redick, Throws Whole Lakers Team Under the Bus After Suns Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers lost heartbreakingly to the Phoenix Suns, losing on a last-second shot by going down 113-110. Yet another collapse is hitting a team that has struggled since the middle of the season, and now things are bad enough that veteran guard Marcus Smart has to clear the air about the loss.
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 27
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Reveals Frustration Level With Team’s Struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers have now lost two straight games on last-second shots, falling to the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, followed by a loss to the division rival Phoenix Suns on Thursday at the Mortgage Matchup Center.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27
What hurt Lakers in narrow loss to Suns, per JJ Redick
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their third straight defeat after falling short against the Phoenix Suns, 113-110, at Mortgage Matchup Center on Thursday.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 27
Lakers let one slip late in loss to Suns
The Lakers made it interesting. They just didn’t make it enough. Luka Doncic (41 points, eight rebounds, eight assists) was spectacular again and the Lakers finally showed urgency over the final 6:30 on Thursday in Phoenix.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / February 27
Lakers Fall to Suns on Royce O’Neale’s winner
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered yet another devastating loss on Thursday. This time, it was to the shorthanded Phoenix Suns. The game was won by the Suns in the final seconds as Royce O’Neale nailed a clutch three-pointer, giving Phoenix the 113-110 victory.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 27
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Suns 
How many “worst losses of the season” in a row could the Lakers string together in the coming week, because it seems like they’re trying to do as much.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27
LeBron James has the worst missed layup of the NBA season
LeBron James was blocked by Father Time at the rim during Thursday’s game. James and the Los Angeles Lakers faced off on Thursday against the Phoenix Suns.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / February 27
NBA Analyst Drops Harsh Take on Luka Doncic’s 'Losing Habits' While Questioning Championship Future
The smear campaign against Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic continues. And this time, it’s coming from former player turned basketball analyst, Jay Williams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 26
Rui Hachimura Out, Jaxson Hayes Available Vs. Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers have upgraded center Jaxson Hayes (ankle bruise) to available for their game against the Phoenix Suns. Additionally, forward Rui Hachimura (illness) has been ruled out of Thursday night’s contest.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 26
Deandre Ayton's immaturity could doom Lakers
His history and the Lakers' attempts to motivate him suggest Ayton might simply lack the maturity to be the center the team wants.
Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 26
Lakers' Rui Hachimura Ruled Out Against Suns
After the NBA All-Star break, the Los Angeles Lakers headed into the final stretch of the 2025-26 campaign with a clean slate in terms of injuries, which
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / February 26
Stephen A. Smith Reignites Feud With LeBron James: 'The World Needs To Know'
Stephen A. Smith has been feuding with LeBron James for what feels like ages now. But now Smith is opening up on just how bad it has gotten. In an interview with Graham Bensinger, Smith was pressed on the allegation that he is just playing up his feud with LeBron for attention.
Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / February 26
Kobe And Vanessa Bryant Family Court Unveiled At Hoag Hospital In Newport Beach
The impact of Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant stretches well beyond the basketball court and throughout the entire world. But especially in the Southern California area, Kobe and his wife Vanessa Bryant made many efforts throughout the community.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 26
Tony Bennett’s Draft Advisor Role Explained
The front office of the Los Angeles Lakers is undergoing some changes underneath governor Jeanie Buss and president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Stephen A. Smith Reveals Impact of Bronny James Incident on Relationship With LeBron James
The moment lasted only seconds, but it echoed across the league. On March 6, 2025, during the Los Angeles Lakers-New York Knicks game, LeBron James walked over to Stephen A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 26
'RIP': Ex-Lakers Star’s Death Saddens Basketball World
Dwight “Bo” Lamar played a single season for the Los Angeles Lakers. Yet, he etched his name among the legends of the league. Sadly, the 74-year-old icon left for his heavenly abode on February 16.
LeBron James News / BasketballNews.com / February 26
Does LeBron James deserve a statue in Los Angeles?
It is a fair question, and at this point in his career, it is one that deserves a serious conversation. Here are LeBron’s accomplishments with the Los
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Was Colin Cowherd justified in criticizing Lakers' Luka Doncic?
After the Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics over the weekend, Cowherd did not hold back on sharing his feelings about the team.
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