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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers adding center Lawson Lovering, waive AK Okereke
The Lakers are changing the makeup of one of their two-way spots, adding size in the middle and moving on from a rookie wing. Los Angeles has agreed to a two-way contract with center Lawson Lovering and waived AK Okereke to create the opening, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers Reportedly Sign Former Grizzlies Big Man to Two-Way Deal
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a glaring need in the frontcourt for quite some time, with a serious lack of depth behind star center Walker Kessler. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka was working the phones trying to trade for a center before the season got underway, but fell short.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Walker Kessler News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Walker Kessler Vows Lakers Will Fix Early Defensive Issues
Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler has played in his fourth game with the team, and it's been quite the roller coaster. His first two games as a Laker were to behold.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Lakers Signing Lawson Lovering To Two-Way Contract & Waiving AK Okereke
The backup center position has been a clear weakness for the Los Angeles Lakers early on in the 2026-27 season as they have struggled with Walker Kessler off the floor.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 28
Lakers Add Lovering On Two-Way Deal, Waive Okereke
The Lakers have agreed to a two-way deal with center Lawson Lovering, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports. In a related move, they have waived AK Okereke to make room for the 7-foot Lovering (Twitter links).
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / October 28
Lakers' Luka Doncic (back) to miss game vs. Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers ruled guard Luka Doncic out of Wednesday night's game against the crosstown Clippers with back tightness. Los Angeles is holding out Doncic on the second night of a back-to-back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 28
Luka Dončić out vs. Clippers with back tightness 
The Lakers’ first back-to-back of the season will be without Luka Dončić. After falling to the Blazers on Tuesday, the Lakers released their injury report hours before Wednesday’s game against the Clippers with Luka included on it.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Ziaire Williams Out Vs. Clippers
Luka Doncic (back tightness) and Ziaire Williams (left foot soreness) are listed as out for the Los Angeles Lakers contest against the L.A. Clippers on Wednesday night.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 28
Lakers’ JJ Redick Identifies Major Issue With Team’s Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the 2026-27 season to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Lakers had multiple chances to come away with their fourth consecutive win; instead, the Blazers matched the Lakers' offensive firepower.
Collin Sexton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Collin Sexton keeps it real on taking leadership role in 1st Lakers season
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers revamped their roster in the offseason, one of the players they targeted early was veteran guard Collin Sexton.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Austin Reaves: Lakers’ Game Plan Discipline Wasn’t Great In Loss To Trail Blazers
Defense was the question coming into the season for the Los Angeles Lakers and their first real test did not go well as they gave up 136 points in their first loss of the season to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Ziaire Williams Doesn’t Believe He Deserved Flopping Technical
One of the points of emphasis for NBA officials this season is punishing players flopping on the court by assessing technical fouls to the offenders. And that showed itself in the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest against the Portland Trail Blazers with three flopping technicals being assessed, including one to Lakers forward Ziaire Williams.
Cameron Carr News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 28
Cameron Carr completes ‘very important step’ as he nears return from injury
After making two preseason appearances earlier this month, rookie Cameron Carr hasn’t suited up since Oct. 6 as he navigates a right oblique strain. But according to Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Carr is making clear progress and practiced with the Coachella Valley Lakers on Tuesday.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / October 28
Rui Hachimura Opens Up About ‘Tough’ Lakers Exit
The Los Angeles Lakers moved on from Rui Hachimura this offseason as one of many roster reshaping moves. He stayed in Los Angeles, though, signing a two-year deal with the L.A.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 28
Damian Lillard Delivers Crushing Blow to Lakers Despite Luka Doncic's 41-Point Performance
The Los Angeles Lakers came into Tuesday night looking like one of the NBA’s most dangerous offensive teams. Luka Doncic was producing remarkable scoring numbers, Austin Reaves was providing another reliable offensive option and Los Angeles had opened the season with three consecutive victories.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 28
JJ Redick Faces Backlash Over Luka Doncic Decision as Lakers Star’s Historic Night Ends in Home Defeat to Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers’ unblemished start to the season came to a screeching halt at Crypto.com Arena, as a high-scoring shootout against the Portland Trail Blazers turned into a defensive collapse down the stretch.
Kevon Looney News / NBA Analysis Network / October 28
‘Unplayable’… LA Lakers fans worried about Kevon Looney after struggle in Portland defeat
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the season, defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers. The Portland Trail Blazers fully deserved their 136-129 win at the LA Lakers, keeping up their own unbeaten record at 3-0.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 28
Lakers’ JJ Redick, Walker Kessler Share Blunt Assessment Of LA’s Defense After First Loss In 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers have suffered their first defeat of the 2026-27 regular season after starting the campaign with three consecutive wins. They lost 129-136 to the Portland Trail Blazers at the Crypto.com Arena tonight.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Lakers’ first loss exposes the limits of simply outscoring everybody
Luka Doncic followed a 52-point game with 41 more Tuesday. Austin Reaves added 26. The Lakers still lost. That should tell you where this conversation is headed.
J.J. Redick News / HITC / October 28
‘We have to be able to…’ – JJ Redick’s blunt statement on the one thing the Lakers need after loss
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick had a blunt assessment of what the team needs to deliver every night to keep winning after their first loss of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 28
Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers
This marked the second straight game where L.A. allowed 120 or more points, although the 136 is a season-high through the first four contests of the season.
Lamar Odom News / EasySportz / October 27
Lamar Odom SHOCKS Fans With Unexpected OnlyFans Announcement After Making a Jaw-Dropping Career Move
Lamar Odom is making headlines once again, but this time, it has nothing to do with basketball. The former NBA champion has announced that he is joining OnlyFans, adding another unexpected chapter to his life after years in the spotlight.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Jazz's two big trades look rough after injury news
The Utah Jazz made it clear they were ending their four-year rebuild last season when they made a blockbuster deal for Jaren Jackson, Jr. But a brutal start to the 2026-27 season could mean another year of misery for the long-suffering Jazz.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 26
Lakers' Luka Doncic nets unprecedented statistical performance vs. Jazz
No stranger to putting together monster performances and making history, Luka Doncic did it again on Sunday.
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