The Los Angeles Lakers completely controlled their game against the Washington Wizards, taking an easy 142-111 win at Capital One Arena. They leaned heavily on interior scoring, and center Deandre Ayton shone in that role, being active around the rim and providing LA with a reliable inside presence as they closed out an important win with ease.
LeBron James put on a show during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 142-111 road win against the Washington Wizards on Friday night, as the four-time league MVP attacked the rim with ferocity.
LeBron James and Alex Ovechkin have a lot in common. Both are over 40 years old, and both lead their respective leagues in all-time scoring. And Friday night, they crossed paths, showing the utmost respect for one another.
LeBron James’ future has been one of the biggest talking points this season. Some believe he is ready to hang up his boots, while others feel he has one more season left in him.
LeBron James’ career is nearing its end, but speculation continues to surround his every move. Such has always been the King’s story. Now, he is being linked to a return to Cleveland, the place where it all started for him 23 years ago.
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.
The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 4-2 on their current road trip following their 142-111 win against the Washington Wizards on Friday. Amid the Lakers’ win, one of the major storylines of the game was the longevity of LeBron James that was highlighted by an insane stat that was brought up by the Monumental Sports broadcast crew during the game.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James never really left Cleveland, even after he left the city’s team. That reality emerged recently, when the Cavaliers hosted their franchise great, and what should have been a routine moment of teammate support spiraled into a storm of its own.
LeBron James’ 2025-26 season continued to add to an already historic legacy as the Los Angeles Lakers navigate another NBA campaign. At 41 years old, James has remained productive, averaging 22.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game through 29 appearances this season.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James played in what could be his final game in Cleveland on Wednesday night in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. James was born in nearby Akron, Ohio and played 11 seasons for the Cavaliers, bringing the franchise its lone NBA Championship in 2016.
A return to Cleveland stirred more than just memories for LeBron James. It also exposed a hard truth. The LA Lakers suffered a 30-point blowout loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers (18th defeat of the season), and their grip on a safe playoff spot appears to be slipping.
LeBron James traveled to Cleveland earlier this week to face the Cavaliers in what may very well have been his final game in front of the fans who cheered him on when he first entered the league.
LeBron James returned to Cleveland for what could potentially be the last time in his career as the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows that at age 41, the end of his career is near. Even though he is still playing at a high level in his 23rd season, he’s not gonna play forever and because of that, he has taken a few extra moments to soak everything in throughout the course of the year.
LeBron James maintains that he has yet to decide if he is playing in his final NBA season, yet his emotions on Wednesday might have given a hint into his mindset.
LeBron James looked fairly old in the Lakers’ 129-99 road loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. He had his moments. But they were very few. He had more moments where didn’t look … well, like LeBron James.
This season is LeBron James’ eighth with the Los Angeles Lakers, the most consecutive years he has played with any franchise. But following this season, he will be an unrestricted free agent and it is unclear if he will return to the Lakers, retire, or possibly sign with another team.
LeBron James returns to Cleveland tonight. That alone carries weight. Not just because of what he means to the franchise, but because it is fair to wonder how many of these returns are left.