The year of 2025 will go down perhaps the most pivotal in the career of Luka Doncic. The superstar guard was traded in perhaps the most shocking blockbuster trade not only in basketball, but arguably in all of sports, going from the Dallas Mavericks to the premier franchise in the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers.
When the Los Angeles Lakers swung the blockbuster trade to land superstar guard Luka Doncic last season, the front office knew they needed some reinforcements inside after sending away Anthony Davis in the deal.
The Los Angeles Lakers seemingly have two suns in their solar system. One is Luka Doncic, and the other is LeBron James, of course. Since the former’s arrival, Bron has taken the supporting role on the team.
Rich Paul offered his perspective on the uneven NBA career of his client Cam Reddish during the latest episode of Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, pointing to a combination of mental pressure, draft dynamics, and circumstance rather than a lack of talent.
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.
Most would credit LeBron James with inspiring what has come to be known as the player empowerment era of the NBA. James understood the power that he held
Throughout his legendary 20-year NBA career, Kobe Bryant only suited up for one team. Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers to five World Championships, including a three-peat and a two-peat.
Most of the attention surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers goes towards the team’s superstars of Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves. Whether it is positive or negative, they get the glory more often than not, and rightfully so.
LeBron James not signing an extension with the LA Lakers isn’t exactly new news. But the implications of the King being noncommittal have continued to dominate discussions among NBA analysts.
A recent video compilation circulating online has put an uncomfortable spotlight on Luka Doncic and his defensive skills, and it is something the Los Angeles Lakers cannot afford to ignore.
The Los Angeles Lakers have dealt with a multitude of injuries this season that have really hindered them after a strong start to the year. Austin Reaves is out at least a month, LeBron James missed the first part of the year, and the team’s role players have been in and out with minor ailments all season long.
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic can do a lot of things on the basketball court at a high level, but defense remains a vulnerable aspect of his game.
The Los Angeles Lakers announced rookie forward Adou Thiero has been diagnosed with a right MCL sprain. He will be re-evaluated by team doctors in approximately four weeks.
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be spiraling with no clear end in sight. Their 106–128 loss to Detroit on Tuesday marked their fourth straight defeat.
The Los Angeles Lakers, after a solid start to the 25/26 season, were served a piece of humble pie in the month of December, and currently have a 4-6 record in the last 10 games.
The LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan debate will never die. Everyone has their own criteria, their own memories, and their own moments they point to when choosing between His Airness and The King.
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has taken umbrage with 21-time All-Star LeBron James, his own former "Mind The Game" podcast co-host. LA has struggled to score a bit when James is commanding takes the floor, notching a 112.0 offensive rating and 119.6 defensive rating (for a middling -7.6 net rating) when the 41-year-old forward plays.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia was dealt a double dose of pain in his team’s matchup against the Detroit Pistons at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.