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The Los Angeles Lakers look like a transformed team at the moment. Looking all set for a historic playoff run, the purple and gold brigade won their recent game 120-101 against the Washington Wizards.

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LeBron James Speaks To How Much Lakers Love Playing Together

The Los Angeles Lakers have been remarkable in the month of March. Prior to their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night, they sit at 14-2 since March began.

Jerry West News / Lakers Nation / March 31

Watch: Prime Video Releases Trailer For Upcoming Jerry West Documentary

Los Angeles Lakers lore is littered with NBA Hall of Famers, though there’s an argument to be made that Jerry West is the most influential person in the storied franchise’s history.

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The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 100 30-point games in their career so far can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / March 31

Luka Doncic returns as LeBron James, Lakers take on visiting Cavs

There is always a buzz in the building when Northeast Ohio native LeBron James takes on the Cleveland Cavaliers, who he powered to their lone NBA championship in 2016.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 31

JJ Redick Believes Luka Doncic Should Be NBA MVP If Lakers Finish Strong

Luka Doncic’s first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a massive success as he has the team in prime position heading into the playoffs. Doncic’s offensive tear since the All-Star break propelled the Lakers up the standings where they currently have a hold on the third seed.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Look Out NBA, Here Come the Lakers

LOS ANGELES — The irritation in LeBron James’ voice rose. The Los Angeles Lakers’ star sounded cranky while nursing bruises with his 41-year-old body. James became annoyed with how the NBA’s defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, had cruised to a double-digit victory at his expense.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 31

LeBron James, Austin Reaves & Jaxson Hayes Dominate Wizards

The Los Angeles Lakers have been gelling at the right time, though they entered their matchup against the Washington Wizards a little shorthanded. Luka Doncic was ruled out for the contest after picking up his 16th technical foul the game prior against the Brooklyn Nets.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 31

Jaden Ivey calls out Steph Curry and LeBron James after release from Bulls

Former Detroit Pistons lottery pick Jaden Ivey has made the rounds for all the wrong reasons this season.

Rui Hachimura News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31

Rui Hachimura had a priceless reaction to spotting Anthony Davis on the Wizards’ bench

Anthony Davis has become some sort of a forgotten man in the 2025-26 NBA season. Even Davis’ former Los Angeles Lakers teammate Rui Hachimura lost track of his recent journey in the league.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

J.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / March 31

JJ Redick Makes Special Gesture to Support NBA Autism Acceptance Campaign

For the third straight season, the NBA and the coaches have come together to support the Autism Acceptance campaign. All 30 NBA head coaches including JJ Redick, are raising awareness, as 1 in 37 children in the United States are diagnosed with autism.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / March 31

Lakers Star LeBron James Beaming With Pride After 2 Sons Record Incredible Games – ‘I Had Bronny’s Game on My iPad’

LeBron James did not play in the NCAA tournament so imagine how happy he is that his own son is fulfilling that part for him. Combine that with his other son Bronny recording a great game in the G-League, the Los Angeles Lakers is just beaming with pride.

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / March 31

LeBron James Makes NBA History With Triple-Double Against Wizards

The Los Angeles Lakers were without Luka Doncic against the Washington Wizards on Monday night, but they didn't need the Slovenian superstar. Future Hall of Famer LeBron James stepped up with 21 points (8-16 FG, 1-3 3-point), 10 rebounds, 12 assists, and one block over 33 minutes in the 120-101 win.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 31

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Wizards

After a long season, one of the fun subplots to close the season has been the unexpected LeBron-Bronny minutes over the last week. Once purely ceremonial, Bronny has earned his time with decent performances in his recent outings.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 31

Lakers’ LeBron James reveals hectic proud dad moment amid Bronny, Bryce wins

LeBron James goes hand in hand with breaking records, but it now seems his two sons are also intent on following his example. Bronny James recently produced a score of 26 points in the South Bay Lakers’ 140-132 victory over the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 31

Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes sends hilarious plea to Luka Doncic after Wizards win

In something that was a long time coming, Luka Doncic missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ Monday night clash against the Washington Wizards after accruing 16 technical fouls thus far throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 31

Did Luka Doncic commit a strategic technical foul?

Luka Doncic spent weeks on the verge of a one-game suspension after receiving his 15th technical foul of the season. He finally drew that suspension for the Los Angeles Lakers' easiest remaining game, against the lowly Washington Wizards.

Bronny James gets shoutout from LeBron after huge game

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 30

Dirk Nowitzki Drops Bold Claim About Lakers Star Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic is playing some of the best basketball of his career, which has the Los Angeles Lakers sitting in the top three in the Western Conference. Over the last three weeks, Doncic has been on an offensive tear that has him squarely in the mix for the NBA MVP award.

Lamar Odom News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 29

Lakers’ Lamar Odom Reveals Shocking Overdose Theory, Reflects on Kobe & Recovery

Los Angeles Lakers legend Lamar Odom has long been defined by one of the most miraculous comeback stories in sports history. Ahead of the release of his upcoming Netflix documentary on March 31, Untold: The Life and Death of Lamar Odom, the two-time NBA champion is opening up about his near-fatal 2015 overdose in a way he never has before.