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Lakers Fans Can Breathe Sigh of Relief Over De’Andre Hunter Rumors

After a day of mock trades and jersey swaps, it seems reports of De’Andre Hunter coming to the Lakers were greatly exaggerated. In his “Saturday Morning

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Lakers Legend Demands Shaquille O’Neal Treatment for Star That JJ Redick No Longer Trusts

For Deandre Ayton, the debate around his future in Los Angeles has intensified. After that, no team would want him! Everything boils down to DA’s low-impact presence on the floor.

LeBron James News / Bleacher Report / January 31

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 31

Interest In Cavaliers’ De’Andre Hunter Believed To Be ‘Overstated’

Leading up to the 2026 NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to a number of players as they look to upgrade their roster to compete for a championship.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

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Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 31

Luka Doncic In ‘Great Place’ One Year After Trade From Mavericks

Feb. 1 marks the one year anniversary of Luka Doncic being traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite all of the time that has passed, it feels like the impact of this deal will never subside.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 31

LeBron James: Lakers Need To Feed Deandre Ayton

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton started the 2025-26 season strongly on both sides of the floor, but he has recently seen a dip in production across the board.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 31

Lakers insider reveals two realistic trade targets

The Lakers already have more than enough scoring and star power, so GM Rob Pelinka would be doing the right thing by improving their supporting cast.

Luka Doncic accomplishes feat no other Lakers player has ever done

Lakers' win over Wizards proves they don't need elite perimeter shooting

Lakers' Bronny James has put on a show in last two games

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Leading scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 31

Lakers-Knicks Is Most Expensive NBA Regular Season Game Since Kobe Bryant’s Finale

All eyes are on Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as there are signs of this season being his last. Following L.A.’s visit to Cleveland, James addressed this, remaining noncommittal about playing next season after getting emotional during a tribute video.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

LeBron James Shows Pride While Speaking on Bronny’s Growth as a Pro

With LeBron James turning 41, it is evident that there might not be many years left in him. But as he readies to hang up his boots in a few years’ time, the Los Angeles Lakers’ legend is making sure that his legacy in the NBA does not fizzle out.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 31

Luka Doncic Was Just ‘Playing My Game’ With Historic Triple-Double Against Wizards

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is one of the rare one-man offenses in the NBA as he can either score for himself or generate looks for teammates. Because of how elite Doncic is at both scoring and playmaking, some teams have no choice but to send extra defensive attention his way.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / January 31

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The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

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The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

NBA News / HITC / January 31

Rich Paul claims LeBron James turned Cleveland into ‘Hollywood of the Midwest’

Rich Paul has described LeBron James’ influence in Cleveland as transformative, far beyond the basketball court. Rich Paul has reflected on the impact LeBron James had on the Cleveland Cavaliers and the city itself during his time with the franchise.

When Two GOATs Met! Alex Ovechkin And LeBron James Share A Viral Moment At Lakers Vs Wizards

Some nights in sports are about more than the final score. Friday’s Los Angeles Lakers game against the Washington Wizards was one of those nights. While

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

Los Angeles Lakers Labeled a Team to Watch in the Giannis Antetokounmpo Sweepstakes

Imagine this. LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. All playing on the same team! Feels like an impossible dream, right? Well, it might just become a reality very soon.

Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31

Bronny James had road crowd electrified with his garbage time dunk

Bronny James thrilled fans with some high-flying garbage time fun in the nation’s capital. The Los Angeles Lakers guard got some burn late in his team’s blowout win over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 30