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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 12
Edwin’s Journal: Lakers need the All-Star break 
This week was a mixed bag for the Lakers. On the plus side, they won a pair of games and got Austin Reaves back. On the negative side, they lost to the top two teams in the West, Luka Dončić got hurt and LeBron James said they weren’t a championship team.
Luke Kennard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 12
Gilbert Arenas apologizes to Luke Kennard after initial Lakers trade backlash
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas publicly apologized to Luke Kennard after initially criticizing the Los Angeles Lakers for acquiring him at the trade deadline.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 12
Bronny James: Lakers Believe They Are Contenders If Healthy
The Los Angeles Lakers are right in the heart of the Western Conference playoff race and do have some good wins over the likes of the San Antonio Spurs, Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves.
The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / February 12
LeBron James is already disqualified from All-NBA honors. Luka Doncic has 28 games to avoid the same
Luka Doncic has missed 12 games this season with a hamstring injury. LeBron James is already disqualified from All-NBA consideration due to games missed.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 12
Kobe Bryant and Vince Carter Ruined All-Star Dunk Contest, Not LeBron James: Gilbert Arenas
NBA All-Star Weekend is supposed to be a celebration of the greatest athletes in the world, but in recent years, it’s turned into a microcosm of all that ails what is, in many other ways, a very successful league.
Drew Timme News / Lakers Nation / February 12
Drew Timme Put In A Lot Of Work To Improve 3-Pointer Shot
One of the more surprising developments of this season for the Los Angeles Lakers has been the emergence of big man Drew Timme, who earned a two-way contract with the team after some excellent play for the South Bay Lakers in the G League.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12
Kevin Durant teases Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic while questioning if new format will improve All-Star Game
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant knows most American stars don't care about the All-Star Game. However, he pointed out that neither do international standouts.
Sports Radio Host Craig Carton Wants LeBron James Suspended
Longtime radio host Craig Carton is calling for the NBA to suspend Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James immediately. On Tuesday night, James sat out against the San Antonio Spurs due to left foot arthritis.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / February 12
Two teams could pursue LeBron James in the offseason
James is set to become a free agent in the summer.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / February 12
Jaxson Hayes Always Dreamed Of Being In NBA Slam Dunk Contest
All-Star Weekend is approaching and Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes will be participating in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Hayes is the seventh Laker to participate in this event with Kobe Bryant being the lone champion in 1997.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 12
Klay Thompson, Rui Hachimura’s NBA Agent Faces Cut Amid Epstein Scrutiny
The fallout from newly released Jeffrey Epstein-related documents has reached one of the NBA’s most powerful player agencies. The firm representing Klay Thompson and Rui Hachimura is now under scrutiny.
Rob Pelinka News / Fadeaway World / February 12
Rob Pelinka Hilariously Promises 10-Day Contract To Lacy Under One Condition
Rob Pelinka, Luka Doncic, JJ Redick, and other people around the Lakers organization attended the opening event for Lil Luka’s Heartbreak Factory, where the Slovenian superstar interacted with several streamers and internet celebrities as a part of his brand’s initiative to promote basketball during Valentine’s week.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Mavericks owners respond to Mark Cuban's efforts to buy back the team
The Dumont and Adelson families, current majority owners of the Mavericks, gave a statement on Wednesday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12
Cooper Flagg news dampens excitement for NBA All-Star Weekend
Another injury to a star gives fans more reason to avoid watching NBA All-Star Weekend.
Drew Timme News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 11
Drew Timme drops ‘adapt or die’ truth bomb on evolving offensive game
LOS ANGELES – With five players sitting out for the Los Angeles Lakers during their 136-108 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night, it provided the Lakers’ young guys and two-way contract players with an opportunity to play.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 12
Vince Carter Reveals How LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Tracy McGrady Rejected Dunk Contest Despite $1M Payday
The NBA Dunk Contest used to feel like a must-see event, one where top stars actually wanted to participate and where you could feel the pride players took in putting on a show.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 11
Lakers chase bounce-back vs. slumping Mavericks
After taking the court with a skeleton crew Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers will aim to assemble a more competitive lineup when they host the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 11
Luka Doncic's availability for All-Star Game in question after injury update
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic could be at risk of missing the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday (5 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock).
Adou Thiero News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 11
Rookie Adou Thiero Might Give Lakers Push in Right Direction
he Los Angeles Lakers have been struggling in the effort and defense departments during the 2025-26 NBA season, with head coach JJ Redick finding it challenging to get consistent effort and defense from his players, even though the team is sporting a decent 32-21 record.
Bronny James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 11
Bronny James Reveals Lakers' Mindset in Final Stretch of 2025-26 NBA Season
The 2025-26 NBA season has been somewhat up-and-down for the Los Angeles Lakers, as the team has dealt with several injuries to key players. Despite those injuries and many different lineups, the Lakers have remained competitive as a middle-of-the-pack team in the Western Conference.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 11
'Disrespectful, Insensitive': Stephen A. Smith Blasts Lakers Over LeBron, Austin Reaves Decision
What was supposed to be a marquee night at Crypto.com Arena quickly turned into a letdown for fans in attendance. A matchup featuring the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs instead became a showcase of empty seats on the Lakers’ bench, not star power on the floor.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Rumors / February 11
Doncic-Backed Group To Buy Italian Team With Eye On NBA Europe
An investor group that features Lakers star Luka Doncic and is headed by former Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson has a preliminary agreement in place to buy the Italian basketball team Vanoli Basket Cremona, Joe Vardon, Sam Amick, and Mike Vorkunov confirm in a report for The Athletic.
LeBron James News / Hoops Rumors / February 10
Lakers' LeBron James officially ineligible for awards; historic All-NBA streak to end
James’ numbers this season — 21.8 points, 6.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game on 50.2% shooting — are a step down from the ones he has put up in recent years.
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