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Kobe Bufkin News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 29
Kobe Bufkin is tearing up the G League with the South Bay Lakers 
Throughout recent years, Lakers fans have learned to keep at least a little bit of attention on South Bay throughout the season. In some cases, it’s to watch a player like Bronny James develop in his time with the team.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / December 29
Blockbuster LeBron James Trade Proposal Sends $110M Warriors Star to Lakers
The Golden State Warriors suffered a devastating loss on Sunday in overtime, as they came short 141-27 against the Toronto Raptors. Although this was the first loss for the Dubs in four games, it highlighted a glaring issue with their roster depth.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / December 29
Lakers Two-Way Guard Proving Worthy of Increased Role
As the Los Angeles Lakers battle yet another injury crisis toward the end of the year, the available players are carrying the “next man up” mentality. Two-way signee Nick Smith Jr.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
2026 NBA All-Star Voting Returns: Lakers’ Luka Doncic Leading Way, LeBron James & Austin Reaves In Top 10
Coming into the season, many expected Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic to have his best years to date. Getting himself into outstanding shape in the offseason and having extra motivation after being traded away last season, there was a lot of anticipation for Doncic coming into the year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
Nick Smith Jr. Remained Confident, Ready To Make Most Of Opportunity
With the Los Angeles Lakers missing both Austin Reaves and Gabe Vincent — the former for at least four weeks — Nick Smith Jr. knew that his number was going to be called.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
JJ Redick Plans To Stick With Luka Doncic Rotational Shift
Before Sunday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick signaled that some changes may be coming to the team’s rotation after three consecutive losses.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 29
Paul Pierce Argues LeBron James is Making the Lakers Worse
It’s been tough sledding the Lakers the past week as they lost three straight games by lopsided scores, but they got back in the win column last night by handling the Kings 125-101.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
LeBron James Willing To Do ‘Whatever’s Needed’ For Lakers In Austin Reaves’ Absence
The Los Angeles Lakers played their first game Sunday night since the announcement that star guard Austin Reaves would miss at least the next four weeks due to a calf strain.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
Luke Doncic Acknowledges Effort Needs To Start With Himself & LeBron James
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has seemingly slowed down a bit after his hot offensive start to the 2025-26 season. Doncic endured a rough shooting slump and in turn the Lakers dropped three consecutive games for the first time during the season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 28
Lakers Expected to Make Major Trades This Year
The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers have cooled off after a blistering 15-4 start to the season, largely behind the efforts of star guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
Dwyane Wade makes concerning claims about LeBron James
Lakers fans won't love Wade's assessment of LeBron's mentality at this stage of his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 29
JJ Redick admits LeBron James is a problem for the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone 8-5 since LeBron James made his season debut.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 28
Rob Pelinka’s Lakers cannot be what JJ Redick wants them to be
Redick has expressed frustrations at his team's shortcomings this season, but it's Pelinka who should be taking the heat.
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