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NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 10

Lakers Fall To Bucks For First Clutch Time Loss Of Season

After splitting their two-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home on Friday night to host the Milwaukee Bucks. While LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo were originally listed as questionable with injuries, they both were able to suit up, setting up for their first matchup since Dec.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 10

LeBron James pulls a disrespectful move on Kevin Porter Jr. during game

LeBron James was out there clowning on a player over 15 years his junior this week. James and the Los Angeles Lakers faced off on Friday night against Kevin Porter Jr.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 9

LeBron James Available, Rui Hachimura Out Vs. Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers announced LeBron James (left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica) has been upgraded to available while Rui Hachimura (right calif strain) has been ruled out Friday night’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks after both were originally listed as questionable.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 9

Pelicans’ Derik Queen reveals players he’s ‘waiting for’ after LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama

New Orleans Pelicans rookie center Derik Queen crossed Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama off his list of players he’s excited to face in his first NBA season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 9

Kevin Love Calls LeBron James Smartest Player He’s Played With

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may be the oldest player in the league, but he has got arguably the best basketball IQ in today’s game. James may not be as athletic as he used to be, but whatever he’s lost physically he’s made up for mentally.

Los Angeles Lakers News / CBSSports.com / January 9

Rich Paul doesn't know when Lakers' LeBron James will retire but hopes this is 'not his last year'

Even LeBron James' agent and closest professional confidant says he doesn't know his retirement plans

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 9

Rich Paul Claims 41-Year-Old LeBron James’ Floor Is Karl Malone; Speaks On Lakers Star’s Last NBA Season

The 41-year-old Lakers star LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, recently recorded an episode of his podcast ‘Game Over’ with Max Kellerman and spoke about whether this is James’ last NBA season, and made an eye-opening claim about it.

NBA News / ESPN / January 9

Ant 3rd-youngest to 10k points: 'Lot more to go'

Anthony Edwards became the third-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points, behind LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Rich Paul Sends LeBron James Retirement Message

As LeBron James enters his 23rd season in the NBA, rumors about his potential retirement have begun to circulate. Amid the rumors, however, the Los Angeles Lakers star has not announced whether the 2025-26 season would be his final year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 8

Michael Jordan’s Ex-Teammate Slams Isiah Thomas For Bringing Up His GOAT Debate With LeBron James Again

The two-time NBA champion Isiah Thomas recently appeared on FanDuel’s Run It Back show and made his opinions clear on how today’s generation does not give LeBron James the same flowers as his generation gave Michael Jordan.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / January 8

LeBron James, Rui Hachimura Questionable As Lakers Face Bucks In Critical Matchup

Coming off a 107-91 loss to the Spurs on Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers were hoping to get some welcome reinforcements for Friday’s showdown against the Bucks.

LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Lakers Announce LeBron James Development on Thursday

LeBron James was out of action on Wednesday night as the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 107-91 blowout loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 8

LeBron James Considered ‘TBD’ For All Back-To-Backs

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James looks like he’s turning a corner physically as he has started to resemble more of himself as the 2025-26 season unfolds.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 8

LeBron James' most impressive streak will likely end this season

James has already earned his stripes in the NBA, and even the streak ending wouldn't change his legacy at this point.

LeBron James admits his age will dictate his availability moving forward

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LeBron James News / Hoops Rumors / January 7

LeBron James To Miss Wednesday’s Game, Reaches Limit To Qualify For Awards

Lakers star LeBron James has achieved All-NBA honors for the past 21 seasons, but the league’s 65-game rule may bring that streak to an end. James has been downgraded to out for Wednesday’s game at San Antonio due to left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin (Twitter link).

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 7

LeBron James admits his age will dictate his availability moving forward

At 41, with nearly 60,000 career minutes on his body, the battles are getting harder for James.

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Paolo Banchero spoils Egor Demin's heroics with buzzer-beating three in OT

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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.