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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Austin Reaves Ruled Out Vs. Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Austin Reaves (right groin soreness) will miss his second straight game on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Marcus Smart Grades Lakers’ Level Of Hustle This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers brought in veteran guard Marcus Smart to give the team a good perimeter defender who brings a level of toughness and intensity the team needs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 5
Lakers' Potential Trade Target Dealt Season-Ending Blow on Wednesday
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the 2025–26 NBA season determined to return to championship contention after reshaping their roster over the summer. The franchise added Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart in free agency and traded for Jake LaRavia to strengthen its defense and overall depth.
The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz
How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 5
Historic Lakers Development Emerges on Wednesday
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a great start to the 25-26 NBA season. With LeBron James yet to make his season debut and Luka Doncic playing in just four out of the team's eight games so far, the franchise has a 6-2 record, good enough for the No.
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J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5
JJ Redick is encouraging the Lakers to be a player-led team 
Since the start of training camp, Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been all about establishing a culture. The team’s motto was labeled as obsession. Redick has spoken about championship habits, even going so far as to place them on a board for all to see at practice.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Victor Wembanyama Believes Luka Doncic Is One Of Toughest Players To Scout
Despite battling a ton of injuries to start the season, including to superstar guard Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a very strong 6-2 start.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5
How the midrange is backing the Lakers’ surging offense
Despite Luka Dončić playing in just half of their games and LeBron James yet to even suit up, the Lakers are 6-2 and drowning their opponents with buckets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / November 5
Lakers Two-Way Guard Turns Heads with Breakout Performance
As the Lakers delivered a statement win over the Portland Trail Blazers Monday, they did so thanks to their depth sans LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5
Rotation Trust Level: Depth keeping the Lakers rolling
The clearest sign of the Lakers’ depth this season is that, despite Luka Dončić playing in only half the games and LeBron James not yet suiting up, the Lakers are 6-2 and on a four-game winning streak.
Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / November 5
Shaquille O’Neal Reveals When He Knew Beef With Kobe Bryant Was Over
The issues between Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant during their time together on the Los Angeles Lakers are well known and have been overly discussed at this point.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 5
JJ Redick Believes Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Share Common Trait
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic might not have had LeBron James by his side to start the 2025-26 season, but he’s found a suitable running mate in Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / November 5
Lakers’ Statement Win: Public Perception Has Officially Changed
LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have found their rhythm, and the rest of the league is finally taking notice. Their latest triumph — a 123–115 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers — wasn’t just another tally in the win column.
Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Austin Reaves Listed As Lakers’ Top Trade Assets With Two Draft Picks This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be in tremendous form to start the season. With the backcourt pairing of Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic firing on all cylinders, the Lakers hold a 6-2 record, featuring a four-game winning streak even in the absence of LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Deandre Ayton Shows Love To JJ Redick After Lakers’ Win Against Trail Blazers
Deandre Ayton has gotten off to a surprisingly good start to life as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. There were plenty of concerns regarding Ayton coming into the 2025-26 season, and while he may not have dispelled all of them, he has played fairly well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Luka Doncic Hilariously Pranks Maxi Kleber During Lakers-Trail Blazers Game
Luka Doncic is known to be a prankster, and he was back at it during the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 123-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center on Monday.
Kobe Bryant News / The SportsRush / November 4
Michael Cooper Details How He First Scouted Kobe Bryant for the Lakers
Whenever basketball circles bring up Kobe Bryant, there’s always an added layer of intrigue in the conversation. The late Hall of Famer had a unique personality that helped him achieve a Hall of Fame CV in the sport.
Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 4
Lakers Beat Out West Rival to Sign Jake LaRavia This Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a solid start to the season. They sit with a 6-2 record through their first eight games and are coming off arguably their best win of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA Analysis Network / November 4
ESPN expert admits he was totally wrong about Deandre Ayton on the LA Lakers
High expectations surrounded DeAndre Ayton when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers this summer. The LA Lakers hoped he would solve their center problems that plagued last season, including contributing to their playoff elimination.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 4
Lakers’ Luka Doncic Gives Stamp of Approval to Offseason Addition
The Los Angeles Lakers are roaring into the 2025-26 campaign with a 6-2 record. LA captured their fourth consecutive win on Monday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, thanks to Deandre Ayton's best game as a Laker (29 points, 10 rebounds, three blocks), Rui Hachimura's most points since April 7, 2024 (28), and Nick Smith Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Lakers legend James Worthy’s ‘best’ Bronny James mic drop ramps up hype
On Monday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers hit the road to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in search of their fourth straight win. Despite playing without both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves (in addition to LeBron James), the Lakers were still able to pull out a 123-115 win thanks to 57 points combined from Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 4
LeBron James Sends Message to Kiyan Anthony After College Debut
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has had one of the greatest basketball careers in history. He is in his 23rd season in the NBA and has amassed 21 All-Star appearances, six All-Defensive team selections, four NBA MVP awards and four NBA championships in his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton drops truth bomb on JJ Redick ‘not giving a c**p’ about injuries
The short-handed Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 123-115 on Monday night, and center Deandre Ayton provided some insight into how head coach JJ Redick’s intensity has helped guide the team through early-season injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 4
JJ Redick Issues Clear Message to Lakers Locker Room About LeBron James & Luka Doncic Absence
To say that the Los Angeles Lakers were short-handed against the Portland Trail Blazers would be an understatement. It is because the Purple & Gold were playing without three of their leading scorers from last season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 3
Do the Lakers actually need LeBron James anymore?
It's the big question surrounding the Lakers amid a strong start to the season.
Jake Laravia News / Yardbarker / November 3
Lakers' Jake LaRavia has thrived since Grizzlies gave up on him
One year, the Memphis Grizzlies declined the fourth-year option on former No. 19 pick Jake LaRavia's rookie deal. Maybe the disrespect lit a fire under LaRavia, who has scored 25 points in two of his last three games for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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