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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.

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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

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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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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.

Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Lakers center Deandre Ayton’s stats vs. Suns will have haters backing off

The Los Angeles Lakers had a pressing need for a new starting center after they ended the 2024-25 campaign with such a thin frontcourt as they found themselves decimated by the Minnesota Timberwolves on the glass in the first round of the playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15

Lakers are predicted to be mediocre by analytical models

Veteran star LeBron James has yet to be cleared for full-contact practice ahead of the start of the season.

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 15

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Suns

Bad news first. The Lakers gave up a 15-point lead and lost to the Suns 113-104 in preseason play. To lose when Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves combined for 50 points and the Suns played none of their rotation guys since they just returned from China is not good.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 15

NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Spurs, Harrison Barnes, Hawks

The Lakers finally got their first look at Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart in uniform this preseason, and for two quarters, they looked the part. Los Angeles led by double digits at halftime against the Suns before things unraveled once the reserves took over, falling 113-104.

Jordan Goodwin News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

LA Lakers haunted by Jordan Goodwin’s 24 points, his replacement scored just 0 points

The Los Angeles Lakers waived Jordan Goodwin in the offseason, despite him being a strong performer. One of the most surprising decisions this offseason was the Los Angeles Lakers choosing to let Jordan Goodwin go in the offseason.

Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 15

Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves show out in preseason loss to Suns

Luka Dončić shined in his preseason debut, but the Lakers fell to the Suns for their third preseason loss, 113-104. With Luka and Austin Reaves on the floor, the Lakers controlled the game even without a host of rotation players.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 15

Luka Doncic Impresses In Preseason Debut But Lakers Fall To Suns

For the second time this preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Phoenix Suns, although this time they hit the road looking to avenge their previous loss.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Rui Hachimura highlights Deandre Ayton’s impact on offense

LOS ANGELES – Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ disappointing playoff flameout in the opening round last season, it was painfully obvious that their most glaring offseason need was a starting caliber center.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 14

Robert Horry Details the Silver Lining in LeBron James’ Absence for the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers will begin the regular season without LeBron James after news broke that The King will be sidelined for at least the first two weeks of the year due to a sciatic injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / October 14

The King’s Shadow: LeBron Watches The Lakers With A Winning Priority

Los Angeles Lakers small forward LeBron James is expected to monitor the Lakers’ situation while he is out. He will miss time at the beginning of the season due to a sciatica injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 14

Insider Provides Sad Luka Doncic News That’ll Break Millions of Hearts

Lakers fans, it’s finally happening! Luka Dončić is set to make his preseason debut against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. The 26-year-old guard has been sitting out so far as the Lakers wanted him fully recovered after his busy summer playing for Slovenia in EuroBasket.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 14

Lakers Were Turned Down in Free Agency By Veteran Wing: Report

The Los Angeles Lakers had an eventful summer. LA did not make the splash that many expected, but they made moves that will very likely put them in contention

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 14

Lakers’ JJ Redick Provides Ominous Update on LeBron James Sciatica Injury

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has supplied an ominous update on 21-time All-NBA superstar power forward LeBron James' new sciatica injury. More

Adou Thiero News / Last Word On Sports / October 14

Lakers Offer Promising Update on High-Flying Rookie

Los Angeles Lakers fans hoped to see this year’s second-round pick, Adou Thiero, take the floor in Summer League and preseason, especially after scouting reports touted his athleticism and defense.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14

JJ Redick: Lakers Have To Be Better Finding Deandre Ayton In Pocket Offensively

Deandre Ayton didn’t get off to the strongest start in the Los Angeles Lakers’ first two preseason games, but in their most recent contest the center gave a nice glimpse of what he is capable of on both sides of the court.

LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 14

Lakers' LeBron James Could Demand Trade While Still Injured, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Lakers will tip off their season a week from now; however, they will do so without their superstar forward, LeBron James. More news: Lakers

Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / October 14

Maxi Kleber Participated In Stay-Ready Game

The Los Angeles Lakers have not been fully healthy at any point during training camp for the 2025-26 season. LeBron James has been the biggest name missing, but players like Marcus Smart, Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and more have all missed time due to lingering injuries from the summer or last season.

Gabe Vincent News / Sneakers on SI / October 14

Lakers Guard Gabe Vincent Stars in Adidas x Fear of God Collection

The partnership between adidas and Fear of God Athletics has provided many of the most thought-provoking collaborations in the sportswear space this decade.

J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / October 14

JJ Redick Provides Injury Update On Lakers Rookie; Addresses Return Timeline

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has faced some challenges with the roster early in the preseason. With several key players suffering minor injuries, headlined by LeBron James’ ongoing issues with sciatica, Redick provided an update on the Lakers’ rookie Adou Thiero, who is yet to make his debut in a Purple and Gold jersey.