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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers Notes: Huge Injury Update, Steve Nash Questions LA Move, Time for LeBron James Trade?
The Los Angeles Lakers have a huge injury update as the start of the regular season looms. Backup center Jaxson Hayes offered an injury update following a preseason scare, classified as a light wrist sprain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 20
Rachel Nichols warns LeBron James could lose out on proud ‘calling card’ with injury problems
The Los Angeles Lakers will begin their regular season without superstar LeBron James. LeBron James has managed to stay fit for the majority of his NBA career.
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 20
Jarred Vanderbilt: Lakers Have To ‘Hold Down The Fort’ Until LeBron James Comes Back
The Los Angeles Lakers have already been dealt a blow before the season even begins as superstar LeBron James is dealing with sciatica and is expected to miss the start of the regular season.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 20
The LA Lakers ‘consensus pick’ they missed in the 2023 Draft has now been traded and cut in 2025
In recent years, the Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to pick elite talent in the NBA Draft. For instance, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 2024 NBA Draft picks – Dalton Knecht and Bronny James – have barely earned consistent minutes under head coach JJ Redick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 20
JJ Redick Announces Update on Bronny James’ Injury Ahead of Warriors-Lakers Game
Bronny James is entering his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He missed the final two preseason games due to an ankle injury. On Sunday, Lakers head coach JJ Redick provided an update on James ahead of the season opener against the Golden State Warriors.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Kevin Durant finally defeats LeBron James in a career milestone
Durant, 37, will likely never surpass James in countless other NBA accolades.
Jaxson Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20
Jaxson Hayes reveals injury status for Lakers’ season opener vs. Warriors
LOS ANGELES – During the Los Angeles Lakers’ 117-116 loss to the Sacramento Kings during their final preseason game, reserve big man Jaxson Hayes exited early after he suffered a wrist injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 20
LeBron James Trash Talked Dejounte Murray’s Family In An Empty NBA Arena
The COVID-19 pandemic was a wild time for the NBA. There was a lot of uncertainty about how games would feel without fans in the stadium, and many, understandably, disliked that eerie, silent atmosphere.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 19
5 things we learned about the Lakers this preseason 
The Lakers clearly didn’t put a great amount of emphasis on the preseason this year. Only a single contest, and the final one at that, featured the team’s full projected rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 19
Frank Vogel Shuts Down Haters Who Diss Lakers’ Bubble Championship
The 2020 Los Angeles Lakers were ecstatic after winning the NBA championship, but that victory quickly became one of the most criticized in league history.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 19
It’s Time for Lakers to Trade LeBron James While They Still Can
The Los Angeles Lakers need to move on from their second-best player sooner rather than later. Future Hall of Fame forward LeBron James has felt like the odd man out since LA traded away former 10-time All-Star big man Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 19
JJ Redick gives injury updates on Jaxson Hayes, Adou Thiero, Bronny James ahead of Lakers season opener
The Lakers haven’t started regular season action, and already the injury report is getting surprisingly long. In the team’s preseason dress rehearsal, LeBron James, Bronny James and Adou Thiero were all out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 19
Lakers' New Defensive Strategy Already Misfiring
Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers are a bit of a mystery. Although the club went 50-32 last year, that record was the result of two
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 19
Luka Doncic’s secret to leading Lakers without LeBron James
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers reconvened from the offseason earlier this month, it was the first time that Luka Doncic would have a full training camp and preseason with the team.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / October 19
Gabe Vincent Discusses His Strong Preseason
The Los Angeles Lakers are going to be shorthanded to start the 2025-26 season with LeBron James sidelined, meaning players like Gabe Vincent are in line for bigger roles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19
Stephen A. Smith reignites feud with LeBron James, slams him for historic failure, ‘no explanation…’
Once again, Stephen A. Smith is having an unprovoked go at LeBron James. Stephen A. Smith made headlines last season with his comments about LeBron James and his son, Bronny.
Luka Doncic News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / October 19
Luka Doncic 2025-26 Fantasy Outlook: Is Skinny Luka Fantasy Impact High?
Look, I get it. Fantasy basketball season is here, and you’re probably wondering if Luka Doncic is worth your first-round pick after that whole Lakers trade fiasco last season.
Steve Nash News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 19
Hall of Famer Steve Nash Questions Lakers’ Major Offseason Addition
Hall of Fame former Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash (who is definitely not in the Hall of Fame because of his brief, injury-riddled Los Angeles tenure) has a big question about LA's most important new offseason piece.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 19
Paul Pierce Believes LeBron James Will Retire After 2025-26 NBA Season
Paul Pierce has never been one to hold back his opinions about LeBron James, but this time, The Truth wasn’t criticizing. Instead, he shared a rare moment of respect and reflection about LeBron’s career, saying he believes the 2025-26 season will be the final chapter for the NBA’s all-time leading scorer.
Gabe Vincent News / Yardbarker / October 19
Lakers make surprising starting five decision before opening night
The Lakers announced who will start the season opener in the place of the injured LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Lakers waive four players, finalize roster ahead of opener
The Lakers have waived guards Augustas Marciulionis and RJ Davis, along with forwards Jeenathan (Nate) Williams and Anton Watson, the team announced. All four were in camp on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the South Bay Lakers in the G League.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 19
Lakers center could be teaming up with Luka Doncic in two ways
Jaxson Hayes is only signed with the Los Angeles Lakers through the upcoming season. If he can realize his international basketball ambitions, he might continue playing with Luka Doncic much longer than that.
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