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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 6
Lakers optimistic Luka Dončić avoided major injury, doubtful vs. Warriors 
Lakers fans can breathe a sigh of relief as it’s looking like Luka Dončić will be okay after exiting LA’s recent contest against the Sixers with a hamstring injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6
Lakers get good news on Luka Doncic hamstring injury
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have received some encouraging news on the status of Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury. Doncic left the Lakers’ 119-115 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night with a hamstring injury.
The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 6
3 Options for the Los Angeles Lakers’ Vacant Roster Spot
After the Lakers’ lone addition of Luke Kennard at the trade deadline, they are still left with an open spot that could be handled in several ways. The team still needs some decent two-way players willing to help the bench.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 6
The Lakers are excited to add ‘one of the best shooters in the NBA’ in Luke Kennard
If there’s one thing the Lakers need to improve on this year, it’s shooting. LA makes only 34.9% of its 3-point attempts, ranking 21st in the NBA. One player won’t magically fix this team issue, but the Lakers believe they took a step in the right direction by trading Gabe Vincent for Luke Kennard.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / February 6
Austin Reaves Explains How He Regained Rhythm So Quickly
Austin Reaves looked as if he didn’t miss a beat during the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night. Reaves missed 19 games — just under six weeks — due to a calf strain, and returned to the lineup on Tuesday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6
JJ Redick Wants Jaxson Hayes To Use Suspension As ‘Learning Opportunity’
The Los Angeles Lakers did not have backup big man Jaxson Hayes in the lineup when they took the floor against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 6
The Grizzlies are back to being the Lakers feeder team
Order has been restored in the NBA universe. After a weird time where it felt like we were in the upside down, the Lakers and Grizzlies are back to their rightful places.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6
Watch: Denzel Washington Walks Across Court To Greet LeBron James
One of the most consistent sights at a Los Angeles Lakers game is an A-list celebrity sitting courtside. Many are familiar with Jack Nicholson, but even when he isn’t in attendance, there is always someone famous there to watch LeBron James, Luka Doncic and company play in the purple and gold.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 6
Did Danny Ainge and the Jazz just help the Lakers keep Austin Reaves?
The NBA trade deadline went off the rails Tuesday, and it still hasn’t recovered. Jaren Jackson Jr. is now on the Jazz. Anthony Davis is now on the Wizards?!
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 6
'They Are So Delusional': Celtics Legend Rips Into Lakers’ Championship Hopes Amid Luka Doncic Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers made a dent in their roster hours before the Feb 5 deadline. They moved guard Gabe Vincent to the Atlanta Hawks. In return, LA acquired Luke Kennard and a 2032 second-round pick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6
Marcus Smart Not Surprised With Austin Reaves’ Performance Against 76ers
The Los Angeles Lakers sorely missed Austin Reaves when he was sidelined for over a month with a calf injury. Reaves’ second calf injury was concerning when he was diagnosed with it, but he didn’t suffer any setbacks during his rehab process and as a result looked 100 percent healthy when he returned earlier this week against the Brooklyn Nets.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / February 6
Doctor Pinpoints Risk in Luka Doncic Injury After Mid Game Exit in Lakers vs 76ers
The Los Angeles Lakers hoped this moment wouldn’t arrive. They did complete a comeback win over the Philadelphia 76ers, led by Austin Reaves’ electric night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6
JJ Redick Believes Lakers Trade Deadline Addition Luka Kennard Is One Of Best Shooters In NBA
The Los Angeles Lakers may have been linked to several players at the trade deadline, but they wound up making one marginal move. The Lakers traded away Gabe Vincent and their 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Luke Kennard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 6
Top 3 Players Lakers Can Acquire From NBA Buyout Market
The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and while the Los Angeles Lakers didn’t overhaul their roster, their potential to make moves isn’t quite done yet.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Rumors / February 6
Luka Doncic Exits Thursday’s Game With Left Leg Injury
Lakers star Luka Doncic experience left leg soreness in Thursday’s game vs. Philadelphia and has been ruled out for the remainder of the contest, the team announced (Twitter link via ESPN’s Dave McMenamin).
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 5
Lakers Coach JJ Redick Addresses Jaxson Hayes Punishment
JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers’ frontcourt will be shorthanded against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night. This is after the NBA issued a one-game suspension on center Jaxson Hayes for an incident against the Washington Wizards.
Drew Timme News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 5
Drew Timme Talks Lakers Role, Viral Moment, LeBron & Luka and Adjusting to the NBA
Los Angeles Lakers big man Drew Timme recently spoke with Sports Illustrated about what his experience has been like with the storied franchise during the 2025-26 NBA season.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 5
Lakers Trade Deadline Grade: Ranking Luke Kennard Deal by Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into Thursday's NBA trade deadline with hopes of improving their roster in one way or another. Even though the team didn't have the trade assets to land Giannis Antetokounmpo in a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles had some options, but ended up making only one move before the buzzer sounded at 12 p.m.
Dalton Knecht News / A to Z Sports / February 5
Lakers hit Dalton Knecht with a double whammy at the NBA trade deadline
The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and for Tennessee Vol fans hoping that former star Dalton Knecht finally would get sprung from the jail that the Los Angeles Lakers have basically put him in, well, that didn't happen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5
LeBron James' next team is 'obvious' if he decides to extend his career
Is James bound for one "obvious" team if he elects to play another season?
Jaxson Hayes News / Yardbarker / February 6
Ugly mascot incident shows NBA was too soft on Lakers center Jaxson Hayes
Wednesday, Jaxson Hayes got suspended one game for assaulting an NBA mascot. That's one more than he got for assaulting his former girlfriend.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 4
Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been running the floor together for a full season now, and the pairing is starting to click in Los Angeles. The move created plenty of buzz when it happened, but Doncic has found his groove while sharing the load with James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3
Bryce James makes notable decision about his playing future
Bryce James, son of LeBron James, has made a notable decision about his college basketball career. James will redshirt this season, according to Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd.
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