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Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / January 23

Jeanie Buss shares Kobe Bryant tribute just days after LeBron James frustration report

Jeanie Buss found herself back in the headlines after reports surfaced about the Los Angeles Lakers governor’s frustration with LeBron James. Minority owner and governor of the Los Angeles Lakers, Jeanie Buss, has publicly denied claims suggesting she doesn’t appreciate LeBron James’ impact on the franchise.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / January 23

LeBron James on if he wants to remain with Lakers: ‘I’m good’

Two weeks before the trade deadline, LeBron James was asked the obvious question. Does he still want to be with the Lakers through the end of the season?

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 23

LeBron James’ Close Friend Blasts Jeanie Buss in Lakers Ownership Drama 'That’s on You'

The iconic 23rd year for LeBron James has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Multiple legendary streaks came to an end, and then the kicker about Jeanie Buss’s alleged private frustration with the 41-year-old.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Lakers’ LeBron James responds to alleged Jeanie Buss beef – ‘I don’t care about an article’

Family drama never seems to escape the Los Angeles Lakers franchise. The sale of the team to new owner Mark Walter has only brought into light some alleged troubling interactions behind the scenes for the Lakers — with former owner Jeanie Buss’ purported resentment towards LeBron James coming to the forefront.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 22

James Harden Milsetone Announced During Clippers-Lakers

James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers are in action on Thursday night. They face off against their cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, in a home game at Intuit Dome.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / January 23

Suns’ Dillon Brooks calls LeBron James old on huge stream with Agent 00

Dillon Brooks didn’t back down when talking about Lakers star LeBron James on a Twitch stream with Agent 00. He also revealed why he feels he is able to trash-talk one of the NBA’s legends, and it’s because Brooks thinks he is old.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

LeBron James’ ‘superstar burden’ gets appreciative take from JJ Redick

LOS ANGELES – In a recent expose by ESPN’s Baxter Holmes chronicling the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, it was suggested that Jeanie Buss did not have complete appreciation for LeBron James amid his Lakers tenure.

LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 22

West Rival to Target LeBron James in NBA Free Agency

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made history heading into this 2025-26 NBA season, as it is his 23rd year in the league, which is something no

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 22

How will Warriors move forward from Jimmy Butler injury?

The Golden State Warriors lost Jimmy Butler for the season this week. What kind of moves do the Dubs have in mind?

Five playoff-caliber NBA teams that can’t afford to stand pat before Feb. 5 deadline

Giannis Antetokounmpo puts Bucks teammates on blast

Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga finally has number called in ugly loss to Raptors

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

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 22

Golden State Warriors Could Pursue Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo, Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James This Offseason

The Golden State Warriors could pursue Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Los Angeles Lakers wing LeBron James this offseason, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

Lakers’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that helps Luka Doncic, LeBron James

The 2026 NBA trade deadline is now a little over two weeks away, and Los Angeles Lakers fans await to see what, if any, moves the team will make. One of the main issues though, that’s been well-documented as of late, is the Lakers’ lack of attractive trade assets.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 22

'Nobody Wanted to Go to the Lakers': Ex-LeBron James Teammate Gives Jeanie Buss Harsh Reality Check

The Los Angeles Lakers organization crashed in the mid-2010s after Kobe Bryant retired in 2016. They didn’t make it to the Conference Finals until one year after LeBron James arrived in 2018.

LeBron James News / Bleacher Report / January 22

Watch: LeBron called Kobe’s 81-point game in 2006

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 22

Draymond Green Reacts to LeBron James, Clippers Report

Did Jeanie Buss contemplate trading LeBron James to the Los Angeles Clippers? Baxter Holmes’ piece for ESPN on the Buss family claimed that the Lakers’ former majority owner, Jeanie Buss, was fed up with LeBron James’ attitude.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 22

LeBron James Praises Drew Timme As High IQ Basketball Player

Despite being a three-time All-American and two-time WCC Player of the Year at Gonzaga, many people didn’t see Drew Timme as a legit NBA prospect. But after going undrafted in 2023, Timme shined in the G League and with the Brooklyn Nets in limited appearances last season.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 22

LeBron James Unbothered By NBA All-Star Game Starting Streak Ending

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has a number of records that seem very unlikely to ever be broken and one of those was his streak of 21 consecutive seasons being named as a starter in the NBA All-Star Game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

NBA Insider Suspects Lakers May Trade LeBron James

After the Los Angeles Lakers got their eight-game road trip underway with an inspired performance against the Denver Nuggets in the Mile High City on Tuesday, there wasn't much time for the storied franchise to enjoy the win.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 22

Rich Paul speaks out amid LeBron James, Jeanie Buss rumors

Rich Paul offers unexpected response to report about tension between LeBron James, Jeanie Buss

LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, insists another bombshell report about the Los Angeles Lakers forward is no biggie.

Lakers' Buss reportedly wanted to trade LeBron to a West rival

Buss releases statement on report about fractured relationship with James

LeBron has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

Lakers desperately need Austin Reaves back during brutal road trip

Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. out indefinitely

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Did Lakers’ LeBron James just say he wouldn’t play in the NBA All-Star Game ?

Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James will not start in the All-Star Game for the first time in 22 years, a move that drew comparisons to 2003, when Hall of Fame guard Michael Jordan wasn’t voted a starter.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 21

LeBron James Has ‘Utmost Respect’ For Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic

Luka Doncic and LeBron James led the way as the Los Angeles Lakers got their eight-game road trip off to a good start with a victory over the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 21

Lakers' Buss reportedly wanted to trade James to a West rival

Lakers' Jeanie Buss reportedly wanted to trade LeBron James to a Western Conference rival

Things could've been quite different in Southern California.

LeBron James has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

Brian Windhorst says he'd pick this lousy Eastern Conference team in a series against Lakers

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 20

'He Is 41 Years Old!': Gilbert Arenas Says It’s Obvious LeBron James Is Not Top-10 Anymore

LeBron James is now 41, and it’s pretty clear the miles are finally showing in a real way. He can still flip the switch for a possession or two and remind everyone who he used to be, but those moments don’t come nearly as often, at least this season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 20

Former NBA star has bold take about LeBron James returning to Cleveland Cavaliers

Former NBA champion DeMarcus Cousins believes that a hometown hero could ultimately retire in Cleveland, bringing a legendary NBA career full circle. Especially as Cousins feels that the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t utilized him properly since winning the title in the infamous bubble season in 2020.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 19