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On YouTubeJ.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / January 4
JJ Redick Promises To Give Lakers Trade Candidate 'Consistent Minutes' Over The Next Few Weeks
After getting off to the best start since 2020-21, the Los Angeles Lakers have sputtered over the last month. While the Lakers got the New Year off to the right foot, they still have a lot to figure out if they want to make LeBron James‘ likely last season with the franchise memorable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 4
Lakers rumors: Marc Stein says quiet part out loud about trade struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers currently sit at 21-11 and in fifth place in the Western Conference standings. Although the Lakers reportedly would like try and upgrade the roster by the NBA trade deadline and acquire a true 3&D wing player, there are obstacles working against that, as per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 4
Should Lakers make run at Blazers’ Robert Williams III?
The Lakers don’t have a patience problem. They have a timing problem. They started the season looking like a team that could hang in the West. Lately, they’ve looked like one trying to figure out how much urgency is too much urgency.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / January 4
JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers For Lack Of Execution On ATOs
One could argue JJ Redick is in for his first major challenge as an NBA head coach with the Los Angeles Lakers. His team has not been great defensively, inconsistent offensively and is currently last in bench scoring.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 4
LeBron James feels Lakers ‘need’ Jarred Vanderbilt in rotation 
Early this season, Jarred Vanderbilt was on the outside looking in at playing time. Given his offensive limitations, head coach JJ Redick decided it was best to play others ahead of him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 4
JJ Redick Insinuates Deandre Ayton Frustrated With Lack Of Touches
Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies marked the first time Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was benched in the fourth quarter in favor of Jaxson Hayes.
Gabe Vincent News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 4
Gabe Vincent could return on Lakers upcoming road trip
Gabe Vincent’s tenure with the Lakers has been defined by the amount of time he’s not been available rather than anything he’s done on the court. His first season in LA saw him play just 11 games while dealing with a knee injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 4
JJ Redick Wants To See Dalton Knecht Play Hard During Minutes
Dalton Knecht finds himself in an interesting position with the Los Angeles Lakers, as he has yet to solidify a role for himself this season. After being a part of that rescinded trade to the Charlotte Hornets, Knecht’s confidence was clearly shaken.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / January 4
Marcus Smart Believes Having Veterans Has Helped Lakers Win Clutch Games
Having veterans is an integral piece to becoming a championship team in the NBA and the Los Angeles Lakers added one in Marcus Smart this past offseason to bring energy and effort.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 4
LeBron James Compares Luka Doncic & Himself To Quarterback & Receiver
With injuries mounting for the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and Luka Doncic are now the two stars who need to man the ship. While those two are capable of doing so, L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 4
Lakers Starting Five Ranks Among the NBA’s Worst Lineups This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers’ struggles this season are no longer just about effort, injuries, or chemistry. The numbers openly indicate the lineup choices. According to lineup data with a minimum threshold of 150 possessions, the Lakers’ most-used starting five ranks as the fifth-worst five-man unit in the entire NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 4
NBA Brought In Massive Ratings On Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a marquee event in the NBA calendar as teams like to be on a grand stage with everyone watched. This year featured intriguing matchups, with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers notably hosting Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets.
Dalton Knecht News / Fadeaway World / January 4
Lakers Fans Mad At Dalton Knecht For Not Knowing Offensive Playbook
Los Angeles Lakers fans found a new source of frustration this week, and it centered on Dalton Knecht and one painfully revealing possession. It was not a missed shot or a blown defensive rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 4
JJ Redick Under Fire After Blaming True Culprit Behind LeBron James & Lakers’ Troubles
It’s yet another day of frustration for the Lakers’ head coach. After praising LeBron James as “phenomenal” in the win over the Memphis Grizzlies, JJ Redick has turned his attention to the team’s recurring flaws.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 4
LeBron James Sends 5-Word Message After Bronny James’ G League Season-High Score
Bronny James has spent most of his NBA journey warming the bench. The wrinkles of disappointment of not being on the floor are easier to detect on his face than they ever were.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / January 3
Jake LaRavia could help Lakers down former Grizzlies teammates again
Two nights after the Los Angeles Lakers used a late surge to get past the visiting Memphis Grizzlies, the teams will run it back again Sunday at Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers 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 / 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.
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 / 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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1
NBA Hall of Famer Reggie Miller calls out Lakers star Luka Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic can do a lot of things on the basketball court at a high level, but defense remains a vulnerable aspect of his game.
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