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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 8
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors 
When the NBA made the schedule, they probably had a much different game in mind than the one that played out on Saturday. On one side, Luka Dončić was out after a recent hamstring injury while, on the other side, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler both were out.
Kobe Bufkin News / Field Level Media / February 8
Report: Lakers signing former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin to 2-year deal
The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin, a former first-round pick, to a two-year contract with a team option for the 2026-27, ESPN reported on Saturday night.
The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Kobe Bufkin Signing Two-Year Standard NBA Contract With Team Option
The Los Angeles Lakers made one trade at the deadline, swapping out Gabe Vincent for Luke Kennard, adding some much-needed 3-point shooting. After only
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8
LeBron James, Stephen Curry share special moment after Lakers-Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors always deliver a show, but Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena felt a little different. With both teams missing their focal points, Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry, the evening belonged to the NBA legends.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Draymond Green Takes Revenge on Lakers Star for Defending Luka Doncic in Seemingly Tense Situation
Games between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers are usually must-watch affairs, and tonight was the same, even with opposing superstars Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry sitting out.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Deandre Ayton Injury Update After Warriors Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing better basketball as of late, winning four of their last five games as the All‑Star break approaches. The defense remains a concern for Los Angeles, yet with superstar Luka Doncic leading the way on offense, the Lakers have the potential to outscore any opponent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7
Lakers’ Luke Kennard reveals ‘full-circle’ connection to LeBron James
Luke Kennard had quite the positive remark to share about LeBron James ahead of his Los Angeles Lakers debut against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 7
With Luka Doncic sidelined, Lakers top Stephen Curry-less Warriors
LeBron James scored 20 points with 10 assists and Rui Hachimura added 18 points as the Los Angeles Lakers overcame the absence of Luka Doncic to earn a 105-99 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Saturday.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 7
Lakers fend off fiesty Warriors for third straight win
With both teams missing stars, the Lakers controlled much of the second half of Saturday’s game against the Warriors, earning a 105-99 win. Luka Dončić and Steph Curry each missed the game due to injury while Austin Reaves remained under a minutes restriction.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 7
Lakers Take Control In Second Half To Beat Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers were going for their third straight win on Saturday night, hosting the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena. There’s always some extra intrigue when these two teams meet, although that wasn’t necessarily the case in this one as it lacked star power with Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler all out of action.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7
Lakers’ JJ Redick will love Luke Kennard’s 1st bucket with LA
The battle at Crypto.com Arena is far from over, but the Los Angeles Lakers have already given their fans a moment to remember in this high-stakes matchup against the Golden State Warriors.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 7
Kendrick Perkins Argues Austin Reaves Is the 'Most Important Player in the NBA'
Austin Reaves went from being undrafted to becoming a bona fide starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, but in the 2025-26 season, his role appears even more significant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 7
New Lakers Signing Makes Demand Clear to LeBron James, Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline produced just one new face, but that player is already making his expectations clear to the team’s superstar duo.
Cam Reddish News / thePeachBasket / February 7
Former NBA Lottery Pick Cam Reddish Gets Second Shot With The San Diego Clippers
In life, it is all about second chances. At times, they are not guaranteed to everyone, so when you get the opportunity, you’d better make it count.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Reveals Extent of Luka Doncic Injury
After the eight-game road trip came to an end for the Los Angeles Lakers, the team played host to Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena, with the NBA trade deadline behind them and JJ Redick and company preparing for the final stretch of the 2025-26 campaign.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 7
Lakers' Marcus Smart, JJ Redick React to Luke Kennard Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers didn't stand pat ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week, as they were able to land one of the best three-point shooters in the league by trading veteran guard Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 7
Luke Kennard Willing To Shoot More, Per Request Of JJ Redick
Luke Kennard is the newest Los Angeles Laker as they brought him at the trade deadline in a deal with the Atlanta Hawks for Gabe Vincent and a future second-round pick.
Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / February 7
Maxi Kleber Discusses Staying Ready Despite Inconsistent Role
Maxi Kleber has not been a consistent member of the Los Angeles Lakers’ big man rotation this season with Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes ahead of him on the depth chart.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
Los Angeles Lakers Plot Major Front Office Overhaul That Rival Exec Says Could be 'Scary'
The Los Angeles Lakers have had enough. Trying to win the championship, the team has not had much success over the last couple of years. Despite the presence of Luka Doncic and LeBron James, the team has struggled with consistency this season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 7
Kendrick Perkins makes major claim about possible LeBron James-Cavaliers reunion
James is getting close to unrestricted free agency after the 2025-26 season, and the speculation is already heating up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6
Lakers avoid worst-case scenario with Luka Doncic injury
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have received some encouraging news on the status of Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 4
Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been running the floor together for a full season now, and the pairing is starting to click in Los Angeles. The move created plenty of buzz when it happened, but Doncic has found his groove while sharing the load with James.
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