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Austin Reaves talks about the time he 'didn’t belong on a basketball court'

Austin Reaves has made a name for himself in the NBA as a solid third option. Last season Reaves averaged 20.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, on 46.0% from the field.

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Iman Shumpert Credits Cavs’ Dysfunction for Historic 2016 Championship With LeBron James

It seemed as though the 2015/16 Golden State Warriors would coast through the postseason to win their second consecutive NBA championship. After all, they put up a 73-9 record in the regular season, setting an unprecedented record.

Carmelo Anthony News / Fadeaway World / September 21

Carmelo Anthony Says Lakers Season Was His Best Year In The NBA

Carmelo Anthony’s NBA legacy is defined by his scoring brilliance on the Nuggets and Knicks, but when asked about the best season of his career, his answer might surprise you.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 21

NBA Executive Reveals Why Pat Riley Is Still Mad At LeBron James, And How It Affects Lakers Trades

The Lakers have explored the possibility of landing Andrew Wiggins, but one NBA executive doubts Miami would ever help make it happen. Speaking to Lakers Daily, the exec said Pat Riley still holds a grudge against LeBron James for leaving the Heat in 2014 and wouldn’t trade Wiggins to Los Angeles under any circumstances.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

The 'Lottery-Era top-three NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 20

Why Robert Horry thinks the Lakers should trade Austin Reaves

With the 2025-26 NBA regular season rapidly approaching, and a showdown against the Golden State Warriors on the books for October 21, Los Angeles Lakers fans are looking to configure the clearest path to another Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy for LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and company.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 20

Former All-Star guard picked whether he would rather have Kobe Bryant’s mentality or LeBron James’ basketball IQ

Kobe Bryant and LeBron James have always been compared to each other throughout their careers. Former NBA All-Star Mark Jackson has a preference, and that is Bryant due to his elite mentality.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20

Luka Doncic Shouts Out Lakers Organization for Support Throughout EuroBasket

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the business of making their star players happy. They have generated a reputation around the league as one of the most player-friendly organizations.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 20

What Jerry West used to say that makes ‘serious’ Luka Doncic so scary, says James Worthy

With the 2025-26 NBA season about to tip off, one of the most interesting storylines coming in is how Luka Doncic will look with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 20

Pau Gasol Reflects On Buss Family’s Impact: 'They Turned the Lakers Into An Iconic Franchise'

The Lakers are moving into a new chapter after the Buss family sold the franchise, but Pau Gasol is making sure their legacy isn’t forgotten. Speaking

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20

Lakers' Rob Pelinka Says Luka Doncic Could Be 'Best Player on the Planet'

The Los Angeles Lakers made their shocking trade for five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic last season because they believe that he can truly be the face of the franchise for the next decade.

Jake Laravia News / Silver Screen & Roll / September 20

Is Jake LaRavia the latest diamond in the rough for the Lakers?

Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! For the next several weeks, we’ll be writing columns every weekday, breaking down the biggest questions we have about every player the Lakers added this offseason.

Austin Reaves News / Larry Brown Sports / September 20

Ex-Lakers champion calls for the team to trade Austin Reaves

A former Los Angeles Lakers champion is cooking up a piping-hot take this week.

Why Spurs should not pursue Austin Reaves in 2026 free agency

LeBron James says retirement ‘coming,’ but insists he’s not done yet

Luka Doncic contemplates unique end to basketball career

The greatest NBA sixth men of all time

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20

Lakers Have Held 'Extensive' Trade Talks on All-Star Wing: Report

With Luka Doncic sewn up on a new contract extension, the next step for the Los Angeles Lakers is surrounding him with talent for the present and the future to full maximize the Slovenian star's prime.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 20

Lakers' Luka Doncic Reveals Team He Wants to Retire With

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic revealed which team he would like to retire with in a recent interview. Doncic sat down with Jason Gay of The Wall Street Journal recently for a profile story, covering his tremendous year so far and how he envisions his career playing out.