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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 3
Is Luka Doncic Or Cooper Flagg the Better Player?
Is Luka Doncic or Cooper Flagg the better player at the moment? Read on for further insight regarding the Los Angeles Lakers star and the Dallas Mavericks rookie, so you can make an informed decision.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 3
Luka Doncic Explains Biggest Improvement From Jaxson Hayes This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers signing center Deandre Ayton to a two-year contract meant a return to the bench for big man Jaxson Hayes. The seven-footer excelled next to Luka Doncic immediately following the blockbuster trade last season, but proved that he cannot be a starting center in a championship-caliber rotation.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 3
'Wanted Luka to Be the First Signee of Team LeBron': LeBron James Claimed He’d Be ‘Haunted’ by Missing Out on Doncic
LeBron James may be the oldest player in the NBA, but he remains a student of the game. Regardless of how much the league changes, he has always found a way to adapt to its ever-evolving landscape.
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.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 3
NBA exec outlines one scenario in which LeBron James returns to Lakers
LeBron James' future in the NBA has been one of the main talking points in sports.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 3
LeBron James can still help you win ‘in right situation,’ NBA coach says
LeBron James is the oldest active player in the NBA, and at 41, no one is confusing this version with the MVP years. That doesn’t mean he’s done mattering.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 3
JJ Redick: LeBron James Was ‘Phenomenal’ In Lakers Win Over Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column on Friday night with a 128-121 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. L.A. got the win despite missing Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and Gabe Vincent, with head coach JJ Redick turning to Jake LaRavia and Jaxson Hayes for more expanded roles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3
Lakers coach JJ Redick explains Jaxson Hayes-Deandre Ayton decision with only 4 words
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick offered a concise explanation for his late-game lineup decision following Friday night’s 128-121 win over the Memphis Grizzlies, choosing Jaxson Hayes over Deandre Ayton to close the contest.
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / January 3
Jake LaRavia Continuing To Trust Jump Shot Despite Struggles
Jake LaRavia got off to a start start in his first season with the Los Angeles Lakers, establishing himself as a solid two-way wing off the bench. It didn’t take long for head coach JJ Redick to trust LaRavia on both ends of the floor as he was often a staple of lineups alongside the stars and held up well guarding scoring wings.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / January 3
How LeBron James saved Carmelo Anthony from drowning during family vacation
Carmelo Anthony revealed that LeBron James once saved his life after he was caught in a strong ocean current during a trip to the Bahamas with Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 3
Skip Bayless Suggests Luka Doncic Doesn’t Deserve MVP After LeBron James’ Dominant Performance
While nobody had dared say it out loud, LeBron James had pretty much been counted out by many fans and analysts this season. For the first time in his career, his contract situation was shrouded in mystery.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / January 3
Gabe Vincent To Practice On Saturday & Potentially Return On Upcoming Road Trip
The Los Angeles Lakers have been banged up the past few weeks as several rotation players like Gabe Vincent have been sidelined due to injuries. Vincent has missed time recently due to a lower back injury, though he also suffered an ankle injury earlier in the 2025-26 season that also forced him out of the lineup as well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 3
LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Jake LaRavia Lead Way Against Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers have started to fall back down to Earth in recent weeks as matchups against playoff-bound teams have given them trouble. Fortunately, the Lakers had a great opportunity to bounce back as they hosted the Memphis Grizzlies to kick off 2026.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / January 3
JJ Redick facing LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves ‘challenge’ for one reason
JJ Redick finally addressed the challenge of coaching LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves on the LA Lakers. JJ Redick has openly acknowledged what many have wondered: managing a team built around LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves is not difficult because of the immense talent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Lakers start new year by being just good enough
The Lakers needed a response after a rough December, and Friday offered one. Not perfect. Not smooth. But good enough. Los Angeles opened the new year with a 128-121 home win over the short-handed Grizzlies, improving to 21-11 in a game that felt far more unstable than the final score suggests.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 3
Lakers Player Ratings: LeBron And Luka Combine For 65 Points To Squeeze Past Grizzlies
The Lakers didn’t glide to this one, but they survived it. Against a Grizzlies team playing like a group with nothing to lose, Los Angeles had to lean hard on its stars and withstand multiple momentum swings before finally escaping with a 128-121 win.
Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / January 2
Lakers Announce Dalton Knecht Decision After Playing 12 Minutes in Last 3 Games
After a considerably noteworthy rookie campaign, Los Angeles Lakers small forward Dalton Knecht saw his role in head coach JJ Redick’s rotation decrease this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2
Zach Lowe predicts Austin Reaves resigns with Lakers but still may be traded
While Los Angeles Lakers’ Austin Reaves future with the team remains uncertain, NBA analyst Zach Lowe predicts he will re-sign, but isn’t ruling out a trade in the near future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 1
Lakers' Adou Thiero to be reevaluated in four weeks for MCL sprain
The injury comes at an unfortunate time for Thiero, who may have been able to increase his role with the short-handed Lakers.
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