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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / NBA Analysis Network / October 18
Luka Doncic names weakness in LA Lakers preseason, one star challenges everyone to ‘follow his lead’
Luka Doncic spoke after the LA Lakers’ preseason closer against the Sacramento Kings about what the team was missing, and one star believes he has the answer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Luka Doncic Finds Solution to Solve JJ Redick’s Problem With 13 Lakers Players
In a Los Angeles Lakers world without LeBron James, Luka Doncic is holding the reins. Amidst the 1-5 record in the preseason, JJ Redick’s only silver lining is the Slovenian Sensation.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Marcus Smart Feels Great Playing for the Los Angeles Lakers
Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers have made some key moves that could propel them to surprise title contention. They are not the favorites to win the Western Conference, but they have a shot to do so.
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?
Deandre Ayton News / Hardwood Heroics / October 18
'Is He Really Going to Roll?' – Former Los Angeles Lakers Guard Questions Deandre Ayton’s Fit With the Team
The Los Angeles Lakers signed Deandre Ayton this offseason to bolster their frontcourt depth, but not many are sold on the idea that the former No. 1 overall pick is the long-term solution at the center position.
Lakers Around the Web
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Lakers Announce Jaxson Hayes Injury Update Before NBA Season
The Los Angeles Lakers ended their preseason run with a loss, as they bowed to the Sacramento Kings 117-116, despite another strong effort from superstar guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 18
Lakers impress in dress rehearsal to cap off preseason 
LOS ANGELES – After five preseason games where they often played with various key rotation players out, on Friday, the Lakers finally had a game they took seriously.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Lakers Announcers Admit Referees Favor Luka Doncic, Proving Draymond Green Right
Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers have thrilled in their final preseason matchup against the Sacramento Kings, keeping the game close late into the fourth quarter.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 18
Lakers fall to Kings in preseason finale
Los Angeles played well for most of the game, but still lost to the Kings 117-116 in preseason play. Luka Dončić ended with 31 points, five rebounds and nine assists.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / October 18
Luka Doncic & Lakers End Preseason With Close Loss To Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers hosted the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night in what was their final of six preseason games. Players have been
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 17
Lakers Announce Starting Five Decision Ahead of NBA Season
The Los Angeles Lakers face the Kings in the final preseason game before opening the season against the Warriors. Coach JJ Redick announces Friday's starters will also start on opening night.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 17
Austin Reaves Could Sign $240 Million Contract With Lakers Next Offseason
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is entering the fifth season of his NBA career. It's been quite the ride for Reaves, as he went undrafted in
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Jazz waive former first-rounder, two other players
The Jazz have released Mo Bamba, Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, the team announced in a press release.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 17
NBA Insider Breaks Down Clues That This Could Be LeBron James' Last Season
Without a doubt, the biggest story this NBA season — at least pertaining to what goes on off the court — will be whether or not it's Lakers star forward LeBron James' last lap around the block.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
JJ Redick Believes Jarred Vanderbilt Can Be Impactful Two-Way Player For Lakers
The story has been the same for Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt for nearly the entire time he’s been with the franchise. When healthy, he is an extremely impactful defensive player that can guard multiple positions and can even be assigned opposing team’s best players.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
JJ Redick Praises ‘Fantastic’ Effort From Gabe Vincent In Preseason
Gabe Vincent has been a standout for the Los Angeles Lakers through the first five games of the 2025-26 preseason. He has played in three of L.A.’s games thus far and is averaging 17 points per game on 50% from beyond the arc, 11-for-22.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17
Steve Nash skeptical of Lakers’ Deandre Ayton’s fit with Luka Doncic
Former NBA star and Hall of Famer Steve Nash expressed doubts about how effectively Deandre Ayton will mesh with Luka Doncic as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to open the 2025-26 regular season next week.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17
Lakers’ Austin Reaves given ‘0.0% chance’ of signing contract extension
Austin Reaves has become one of the more impactful players on the Los Angeles Lakers in recent seasons. Rumors about the next contract Reaves will receive have swirled — but it remains to be seen which team that contract will be with.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 17
Eastern Conference contender named best landing spot for LeBron James
Despite opting into his $52.6 million player option this summer, LeBron James' future with the Lakers has been a prominent discussion point.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 17
Luka Doncic's greatness forcing players to switch nationalities
Lakers star Luka Doncic's gravitational pull extends beyond the basketball court, where defenders rush in hordes to try and stop him. Even his teammates are drawn to his greatness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 16
Luka Doncic reacts to teammate's concerns about his 'crazy' shot selection
It's hard to think of a player who has taken and made more "trick shots" in the 2020s than Doncic.
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