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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
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 / Hoops Wire / November 5
Lakers assign Bronny James, Cameron Carr to G League
Bronny James is headed to the G League, where the Lakers can give him something more useful than a seat on the bench. Namely, playing time. The Lakers have assigned James and rookie guard Cameron Carr to the Coachella Valley Lakers ahead of Friday’s season opener in Palm Desert, as relayed by Marc Stein of The Stein Line.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Luka Doncic Explains Incident Wit Official That Led To Fan Ejection Lakers’ Win Over Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers continued to roll with a 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, led by yet another dominant performance from Luka Doncic.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Luka Doncic Explains Incident With Official That Led To Fan Ejection Lakers’ Win Over Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers continued to roll with a 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, led by yet another dominant performance from Luka Doncic.
Skip Bayless emphatically tears down LeBron James’ entire spell with the LA Lakers, ‘completely overrated’
LeBron James’ spell with the Los Angeles Lakers ended earlier in 2026. Skip Bayless has described his eight years as ‘completely overrated’. LeBron James spent eight years with the LA Lakers between 2018 and 2026.
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 / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5
The Lakers are ‘surfing the wave’ of Luka Dončić’s crazy scoring run right now 
It’s like déjà vu all over again: Luka Dončić scored at least 40 points and the Los Angeles Lakers rode a vibrant offensive attack to victory. For the fifth time in six games, Dončić eclipsed the 40-point barrier during Los Angeles’ 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Austin Reaves Vows To Fix Early-Season Turnover Issues
Coming into this season, there was a lot of pressure on Austin Reaves as he was firmly placed in the number two role alongside superstar Luka Doncic and finally received his big payday from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / November 5
JJ Redick Happy With Lakers’ Defensive Progress
The Los Angeles Lakers did not have a stellar offensive performance in their victory over the Sacramento Kings as their 116 points scored were their second-fewest of the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Lakers’ 3 Best Trade Assets Show How Limited Their Options Are For A Major Move
After a disappointing end to their campaign last season, the Los Angeles Lakers underwent a significant transformation this season. From the acquisition of Walker Kessler to signing others like Collin Sexton, Ziaire Williams, and Sandro Mamukelashvili, the Purple and Gold made considerable upgrades.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Luka Doncic asked about Kendrick Perkins’ Kobe Bryant praise after 100th game with LA
Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Sacramento Kings, Luka Doncic weighed in on NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins comparing him to Kobe Bryant on a recent edition of the Road Trippin’ podcast.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Luka Doncic Continues Historic Start To 2026-27 Season
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has been on an absolute tear to begin this season and that continued on Wednesday night against the Sacramento Kings.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Lakers’ New Signing Embraces Limited Role, Vows To Do The ‘Dirty Work’
A hard screen that gives Luka Doncic an extra step, or a defensive rebound that ends a possession, might be all Lawson Lovering is asked to deliver in a short stint.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Kwame Brown Calls Out Bronny James For Stealing NBA Roster Spot From Hardworking Players
Former NBA player Kwame Brown has been a vocal critic of Bronny James, and he has now gone after the Los Angeles Lakers guard again. Bronny hasn’t had a great start to the 2026-27 season, and Brown called his cameo against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday the worst 90 seconds of basketball he’s ever seen on his Kwame Brown Bust Life show.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5
Luka Doncic had a fan ejected for a disrespectful act toward a female referee
Luka Doncic did not tolerate a seemingly bad gesture from a fan during Wednesday’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings. After the ball was knocked out of bounds late in the third quarter of the game at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., a fan threw it back with excessive force and hit referee Chelisa Painter.
Skip Bayless News / HITC / November 5
Skip Bayless admits NBA star is now ‘winning even me over’ after latest display
Skip Bayless has commended Luka Doncic after his starring display for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers came away with a 116-103 win on Wednesday night, which included Doncic securing a game-high 40 points as well as seven assists.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 5
Luka Doncic defends female referee after fan throws basketball at her, helps get him escorted from arena
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luke Doncic is constantly criticized for complaining to NBA referees. On Monday night against the Sacramento Kings, though, instead of yelling at a ref, he was defending one.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 5
Lakers face fresh Bronny James roster questions after former No. 1 pick’s explosive criticism
Kwame Brown has delivered a brutal assessment of Bronny James’ place on the Los Angeles Lakers roster, questioning why the third-year guard continues to occupy an NBA spot.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 4
Sweet 16,000: LeBron James adds to his legend with latest career achievement
Even though Philadelphia doesn't rely on him to carry the scoring load, James continues to make history.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 4
Lakers’ JJ Redick Believes Offense Is Only Scratching the Surface
The Los Angeles Lakers may not have a complete roster from top to bottom, but they're off to a hot start. The Lakers sit at 6-2 entering Wednesday's contest against the Sacramento Kings, and a major reason for that is their offense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5
NBA makes a decision on Luka Doncic after incident with a referee
Luka Doncic will not have to report to detention just yet.
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