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Lakers Trade Rumors Involving Jonathan Kuminga Take a Drastic Turn

The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away, with a lot brewing around the league about potential deals and which notable players could be playing in a different uniform after Feb.

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LeBron James Receives Face-Saving Backing as Accusations Mount Over NBA All-Star Decline

For the first time in two decades LeBron James’ All-Star streak is in jeopardy. He seems cool with it. Others are apparently not. They either want him in the All-Star lineup or they blame him for it not being fun anymore.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 26

Luka Doncic joins Elgin Baylor in elite Lakers club with eye-popping stat line vs. Bulls

Luka Doncic is an absurd talent. We all knew that the Los Angeles Lakers star is a one-of-a-kind talent, an offensive juggernaut capable of incredible feats every game.

LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Cameras Catch Heated LeBron James Moment on Lakers Bench That Instantly Backfires

The Los Angeles Lakers took on the Chicago Bulls on the latest stop of their lengthy road trip tonight, managing to escape with a 129-118 win behind a 46-point masterclass from Luka Doncic and solid execution down the stretch.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / January 27

Luka Doncic Catches Heat as Skip Bayless Questions His Trust in 4x Champion: 'You Can’t Relax?'

Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-118 win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday. Doncic had a monster game with 46 points, seven rebounds and 11 assists on 57.1% shooting from deep.

Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / January 26

Luka Doncic fires in 46 points as Lakers blast Bulls

Luka Doncic scored 46 points and handed out 11 assists and LeBron James contributed 24 points as the Los Angeles Lakers earned a 129-118 win against the host Chicago Bulls on Monday.

Jaxson Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 26

Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes pulls off wild in-game Eastbay dunk vs. Bulls

Once in a while, Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes will pull off a jaw-dropping highlight, reminding fans that he is one of the most effortlessly athletic players in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 26

Lakers Coach JJ Redick Shares Unexpected Stance on NBA GOAT Debate

The GOAT debate in the NBA and in any professional sports is ongoing, as narratives change almost daily, with iconic players rising and falling in fans' and media rankings.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 26

Lakers tame Bulls behind huge Luka Dončić performance

Luka Dončić poured in 46 points and the Lakers put together one of their better defensive performances of the season as they knocked off the Bulls in Chicago, 129-118.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 26

Luka Doncic Drops 46 To Lead Lakers Past Bulls

The Los Angeles Lakers had to deal with some tough weather, delaying their flight out of Dallas. They eventually took off on Sunday though and made it to the Windy City for their matchup with the Chicago Bulls on Monday night.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 26

JJ Redick Reveals Loss Involving Luka Doncic on Monday

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is in his second season leading the Lakers, guiding a franchise with enormous expectations for a championship, while navigating the long road of an 82-game grind.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 26

Lakers still have plenty to figure out in search of real identity

We can safely say that while the Lakers are winning games, they still look far from true title contenders. Record aside, the profile is shaky, writes Khobi Price of the California Post.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 26

‘Next Year Is the Farewell Tour’: LeBron James Predicted to Announce Retirement

LeBron James’ final chapter with Los Angeles Lakers may be closer than fans expect, based on assumptions from former Lakers guard Lou Williams. Retirement chatter followed James all offseason after the Lakers ended the 2024-25 season with a 50–32 record, losing in the first round of the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

Insider On Lakers’ Center Pursuits: ‘Big Men Will Do Backflips’

With the Lakers still in need of 3-and-D wings, reports mention the center position as a second priority for the purple and gold. Despite the narrative that “no one wants to play for the Lakers,” one insider has run to the contrary, offering some hope ahead of the deadline.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / January 26

Rui Hachimura Willing To Come Off Bench

For most of his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura has been entrenched as a starter. Hachimura’s game has grown exponentially in this time as well as he has become the team’s most consistent 3-point shooter while greatly improving his rebounding and defensive effort.