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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 8
Luka Doncic Places Blame For Blowout Loss to Spurs
Luka Doncic has been nothing short of a superstar throughout his eight-year NBA career. He is a perennial MVP candidate and continues to dazzle with spectacular performances on a daily basis.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 8
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Spurs 
With the Lakers facing the Spurs without Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James, they had the odds stacked against them from the jump in this contest on Wednesday night.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 8
Brawl nearly breaks out after Lakers-Spurs involving Jarred Vanderbilt, Jeremy Sochan
Even after the final buzzer had sounded, the tension did not end between the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 8
'Do You Not Want to Be Greatest?': Michelle Beadle Shows No Mercy to Luka Doncic Over Growing Scrutiny
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to maintain their momentum after a strong start to the season, with much of the blame attributed to the team’s subpar defense.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / January 8
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 8
Lakers’ offensive woes lead to loss against Spurs
The Lakers snapped their winning streak with a 107-91 loss against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. LA started this game with a turnover, but rectified it with a midrange jumper from Luka Dončić.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 8
Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Find Enough Offense Against Spurs In Second Night Of Back-To-Back
The Los Angeles Lakers wrapped up a quick two-game road trip on Wednesday night, going for their fourth straight win to begin 2026 while taking on the San Antonio Spurs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 7
Why Is LeBron James Not Playing Tonight? JJ Redick Takes Major Decision Before Lakers-Spurs
Tonight, as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face off against the San Antonio Spurs in a marquee nationally televised game, one key name is set to miss the game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 7
LeBron James To Miss Wednesday’s Game, Reaches Limit To Qualify For Awards
Lakers star LeBron James has achieved All-NBA honors for the past 21 seasons, but the league’s 65-game rule may bring that streak to an end. James has been downgraded to out for Wednesday’s game at San Antonio due to left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin (Twitter link).
Austin Reaves News / Hardwood Heroics / January 7
Former 4x All-Star Gets Candid on Austin Reaves After Backlash Over Past Lakers Take: 'I Received Death Threats'
Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves has established himself as the clear No. 2 option on the team. This season, Reaves has averaged 26.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.3 assists through 23 games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 7
'Would Have 3 Rings': Rich Paul Makes Bold Claim on James Harden Playing With LeBron James
One of the NBA’s biggest stars over the last five years, Luka Doncic has put up insane stat lines without a ring to show for it, which is a pretty common trend in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
LeBron James Out, Gabe Vincent Available Vs. Spurs
Gabe Vincent (lumbar back strain) will make his return for the Los Angeles Lakers against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Additionally, LeBron James (left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica) has been ruled out after being listed as questionable earlier in the day.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
What former 1st-round pick needs to earn Lakers call-up
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers currently have one open roster spot, but due to salary cap restrictions under the first apron, they cannon add a 15th player until mid-January, should they choose to do so.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
JJ Redick Compares LeBron James To MLB Legend Greg Maddux
What Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is doing on the basketball court at 41 years of age and in his 23rd NBA season is unheard of. Even playing 23 years in the league had never been done, but LeBron is still playing at a high level and continually showing that he is one of the best players in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 7
Luka Doncic Amazed By LeBron James
Regardless of how talented some players are, it will always take some time for them develop chemistry on the basketball court. Some wondered whether Luka Doncic and LeBron James would be able to co-exist on the Los Angeles Lakers, but for the most part the two have fit together very well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 7
LeBron James admits his age will dictate his availability moving forward
At 41, with nearly 60,000 career minutes on his body, the battles are getting harder for James.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
The ‘contagious’ effect Deandre Ayton thinks Lakers need more of
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers added Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia in the offseason, the prevailing thought was the former Memphis Grizzlies’ duo would bolster the team’s defense.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7
Curious report emerges about Lakers center Deandre Ayton's future
Deandre Ayton may already have worn out his welcome at yet another stop.
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