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Lakers Starting Lineup Prediction as Opening Night Nears

With LeBron James projected to miss potentially the first month of the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers will be forced to recalibrate what they had initially envisioned their starting lineup to be.

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Luka Doncic Happy To Be Back On Court For Lakers & Felt Better Than Expected In Preseason Debut

Luka Doncic made his long-awaited preseason debut for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night and the superstar did not disappoint. In just 22 minutes, Doncic knocked down 7-of-15 from the field and 4-of-8 from 3-point range to finish with 25 points, seven rebounds and four assists in the Lakers’ loss to the Phoenix Suns.

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The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 15

Luka Doncic Makes a Hilarious Quip About Coach JJ Redick

The Los Angeles Lakers are a hot topic of NBA conversation as the regular season draws ever closer. Luka Doncic is now ready to pilot the ship in his first full season after signing a contract extension this summer.

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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.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Bill Simmons sees red flags that will sink Lakers season

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for their regular-season home opener against the Golden State Warriors next Tuesday, sports analyst Bill Simmons outlined several concerns he believes could derail the team’s 2025-26 campaign.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 15

Lakers Provide Major Update on Injured Forward Ahead of Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to tip off their 2025-26 season in less than a week when they host the Golden State Warriors. More news: Former LeBron James Teammate Pressures Lakers Star to Retire After Latest Injury News Many are excited for the season as the Lakers search for their 18th title in franchise history.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Lakers’ Luka Doncic ‘felt great’ in preseason debut, but there was a Deandre Ayton problem

The Los Angeles Lakers have had a difficult time during their preseason campaign thus far, dropping to 1-3 after the latest 113-104 loss against the Phoenix Suns.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

Luka Doncic makes emotional claim ahead of Lakers-Mavericks game that Anthony Davis dismissed

The Los Angeles Lakers are all set to take on the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA preseason. The Los Angeles Lakers fell to a 1-3 record in the NBA preseason as Jordan Goodwin led the Phoenix Suns to a dominant win.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 15

JJ Redick says Lakers weren’t ‘consistent’ in loss against Suns

It was a tale of two halves for the Lakers in their loss against the Suns. During the first half, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves were utterly dominant. They had a combined 40 points, and the Lakers were in control up by 10 entering the third quarter.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

JJ Redick makes his feelings clear on Jordan Goodwin after Suns star haunts LA Lakers

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Goodwin dominated in the preseason matchup. The Los Angeles Lakers have made a plethora of changes to their roster this offseason, including parting ways with Jordan Goodwin.

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Bill Simmons News / The SportsRush / October 15

'Don’t Think They Care About This Year': Bill Simmons’ Reasons for Picking Lakers to Win Less Than 47 Games This Year

With the 2025-26 NBA season fast approaching, the LA Lakers fans had every right to be delighted. Their summer, after all, had gone according to plan. The Lakers signed Deandre Ayton.

Adou Thiero News / Lakers Nation / October 15

Adou Thiero To Be Re-Evaluated In 2-3 Weeks

The Los Angeles Lakers announced rookie forward Adou Thiero is experiencing improvement in his knee swelling, which has allowed him to progress in his on-court activity.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

JJ Redick takes dig at Marcus Smart over his 0 point LA Lakers preseason debut

It’s been a challenging preseason for JJ Redick and the LA Lakers. They haven’t been able to paint a clear picture of their roster for the upcoming season, with key players coming in and out of the lineup over their four games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 15

Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Shine Against Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers picked up their first win of preseason when they took down the Golden State Warriors in their rematch. Heading into a rare back-to-back preseason set, the Lakers had a chance to exact more revenge this preseason as they took on the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Luka Doncic Had Something to Say Ahead of Lakers-Mavs Game

Luka Doncic made preseason debut for the Los Angeles Lakers with 25 points but lost to Suns, 113-104 Doncic was traded from Mavericks to Lakers in a blockbuster

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15