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NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 7
Trey Murphy III Receives LeBron James’ 4-Word Approval as Lakers Trade Buzz Heats Up
Trey Murphy III hosted the LA Lakers and teased them with a good glimpse of what they could have if they traded for him. In the midst of his career year, Murphy dropped 42 points on LeBron James‘ team, almost taking the game away from the Purple & Gold.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 7
LeBron James: ‘Luka Doncic doesn’t need to bend his game for me’
LeBron James keeps scoring like time forgot about him. Thirty more Tuesday night. Another win. Another reminder that the usual rules don’t apply. But after the visiting Lakers beat the Pelicans 111-103, James wasn’t interested in reclaiming center stage.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
Lakers’ JJ Redick applauds LeBron James’ performance at 41 with baseball analogy
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be righting the ship after a rough end to the calendar year of 2025. They’ve now won three consecutive games, including a 111-103 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, to keep their spot at third place in the Western Conference standings.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
The ‘contagious’ effect Deandre Ayton thinks Lakers need more of
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers added Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia in the offseason, the prevailing thought was the former Memphis Grizzlies’ duo would bolster the team’s defense.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 7
Laker Nation Turns On Deandre Ayton as Insider Delivers Grim Update
The Los Angeles Lakers were in a dogfight tonight with the New Orleans Pelicans, eventually coming out on top with a 111-103 final score. However, a key point for the Lakers was the lackadaisical energy from starting center Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 6
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Pelicans 
The Lakers didn’t play well, had multiple scoring droughts and trailed in the fourth on Tuesday. But in the end, Luka Dončić and LeBron James were too good for New Orleans to overcome.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 7
Islam Makhachev Compared to LeBron James as He Steals Spotlight With Dagestani Basketball Skills
What can’t Islam Makhachev do? The UFC welterweight champion has already cemented his dominance inside the Octagon across two weight classes. Now, however, he appears to have turned his attention to a completely different sport—one that has surprisingly drawn comparisons to basketball icon LeBron James.
J.J. Redick News / Bleacher Report / January 6
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6
Lakers’ JJ Redick immediately benches Deandre Ayton after frustrating sequence
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans, 111-103, on Tuesday at Smoothie King Center to notch their third straight win. But it was far from easy, as the Lakers had to rally in the fourth quarter to eke out the come-from-behind victory.
Deandre Ayton News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6
Curious report emerges about Lakers center Deandre Ayton's future
Deandre Ayton may already have worn out his welcome at yet another stop.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / January 6
Lakers Urged to Make This Aggressive Move at NBA Trade Deadline
Many fans who rely solely on media commentary or social discussions might assume the Los Angeles Lakers are struggling mightily this year. Yet the reality paints a different picture, with the team performing strongly overall.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 6
LeBron James Believes Days Of Iso-Ball In NBA Are Over
For a long time through the 1990s and 2000s, the NBA was dominated by iso-ball players. From Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, James Harden and many more, most teams around the league just gave their top player the ball and let them go to work.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 6
2026 NBA All-Star Voting Returns: Luka Doncic Still Leading Way, LeBron James Rises But Austin Reaves Falls
The first fan voting returns for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game saw all three of the Los Angeles Lakers’ superstars in the top 10. Luka Doncic led all players in votes while LeBron James and Austin Reaves were ninth and tenth, respectively.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 6
Kendrick Perkins Says Lakers’ Role Players Aren’t Listening To JJ Redick; Hints At Potential Problem With Deandre Ayton
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently third in the Western Conference with a 22-11 record, but it hasn’t all been smooth sailing so far. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has gone at his players on a fair few occasions, most recently calling them out for not following his instructions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 6
One Cold Fact Shows Lakers Look More Like An Average Team Than A True Contender
The Los Angeles Lakers are winning. That part is undeniable. At 22–11, they sit third in the Western Conference and own the fourth-best record in the entire NBA.
Jake Laravia News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Lakers’ Jake LaRavia gets away with the worst missed double-dribble ever
Jake LaRavia briefly became impervious to the rules of professional basketball on Sunday. LaRavia and the Los Angeles Lakers played on Sunday night against the Memphis Grizzlies.
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