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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?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'Triple-doubles from the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 5

Shams Charania Drops LeBron James Injury Update Ahead of Spurs vs Lakers

News flash: LeBron James won’t be suiting up against the Spurs. Again. But you probably saw that coming. The lingering sciatica injury continues to bench the 40-year-old, robbing fans of watching him defy time in his record-breaking 23rd NBA season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 5

LeBron James Could Lose Role in Lakers Offense to Austin Reaves, Says Insider

If Lakers guard Austin Reaves has proven anything over the past seven games, it's that he has the potential to be a team's go-to scoring option instead of playing a mere complementary role in an NBA offense.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Nick Wright slams Bronny James critics who don’t realize he’s actually ‘above average’

Bronny James has been a huge talking point in the NBA since he was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers last year. Everything Bronny does is under more scrutiny than other second-round picks because he is LeBron James’ son.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Charles Barkley makes strong case for LeBron James to retire

LeBron James has committed to playing at least one more season for the Los Angeles Lakers, but Charles Barkley thinks he should consider calling it quits.

Charles Oakley takes shots at 'hypocrite' Charles Barkley

The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Steph Curry Reveals How He Failed to Beat LeBron James

Steph Curry and LeBron James have been at the center of the NBA’s biggest moments for more than a decade. From four straight NBA Finals clashes between the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers to their continued excellence into their later years, few rivalries have shaped basketball’s modern era like theirs.

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The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

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 / 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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / November 5

Lakers Share Luka Dončić, LeBron James Injury Status for Tonight’s Spurs Match

The Los Angeles Lakers enter Wednesday’s matchup against the San Antonio Spurs still juggling injuries to several key players, but there’s cautious optimism that help is on the way.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 5

LeBron James Lets Stephen Curry Know His Strong Opinion

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has seen it all on the basketball court. From playoff battles to championship runs, he’s faced every type of superstar.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / November 4

Watch: Could LeBron be a Cav again?

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 5

Ex-Teammate Gives Reality Check to LeBron James Over Austin Reaves Despite Insider’s Financial Verdict

We’re getting closer to LeBron James’ possible return to the court – mid-November, according to the original timeline – and that means everyone’s checking where he fits.

LeBron James News / NBA Analysis Network / November 4

The LA Lakers are giving LeBron James a definitive answer about his plans for rest of the season

LeBron James remains out with a right-sided sciatica injury that has sidelined him to begin the 2025-26 NBA season. LeBron James has missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ first eight games and he is expected to be back mid-November.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4

Stephen Curry Praises LeBron James’ Work Ethic

The way that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James takes care of his body in order to remain at the top of his game on the court has become almost mythical.

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 / EssentiallySports / November 4

LeBron James Return to Hurt Austin Reaves’ Odds of $240M Payday, Claims Lakers Insider

Austin Reaves is backing the talk. Since saying he wanted to become an All-Star, the numbers don’t lie. Only four players are averaging more points than him, and even fewer match his 9.3 assists currently.

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.

Lakers have chance to avenge early loss to Blazers

Luka Doncic posts triple-double to carry Lakers past Heat

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3

Lakers’ LeBron James reacts to epic Bronny James-Austin Reaves alley-oop connection

LeBron James has not played a single minute for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2025-26 campaign thus far. However, as he nears his season debut while recovering from sciatica, he has had plenty of highlights to enjoy from the rest of the team.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / November 3

The Nike LeBron 23 'Best in Class' Celebrates New York City

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has not yet made his NBA regular season debut. However, James' presence in the league and the footwear industry is as palpable as ever.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / November 1

Will LeBron James ever face the Miami Heat again?

March 19. That's what the schedule says, regarding when Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James may face one of his two former teams, and the one with which he won the most championships, the Miami Heat.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 1

Shaquille O’Neal Gives Clear Verdict on LeBron James’ Lakers Future Amid Injury Uncertainty

After an offseason filled with speculation about LeBron James’ future, the Los Angeles Lakers began without their biggest star. James remains sidelined with a lingering sciatica injury, raising concerns about his recovery and the team’s title hopes.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31