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Lakers Reveal Austin Reaves Decision After Injury Scare

Heading into Sunday’s game against the Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers will try to win their eighth straight game and remain among the best teams in the Western Conference standings.

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Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves, Collin Sexton, Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, Bronny James

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Austin Reaves (left heel bruise) and Cameron Carr (illness) are out for Sunday afternoon’s road game against the Phoenix Suns, while Collin Sexton (right orbital laceration), Adou Thiero (left ankle sprain) and Bronny James (illness) are questionable.

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The 'NBA's active 50-point scorers' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 50 points in at least one NBA game can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / November 14

Lakers ride 7-game win streak into matchup vs. Suns

"Killers," Los Angeles Lakers' coach J.J. Redick called his remarkable backcourt combination of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but it is unclear if both stat sheet stuffers will play when the Lakers conclude a four-game road trip at the Phoenix Suns on Sunday.

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15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

Why Ziaire Williams credits ‘crazy’ Dillon Brooks for NBA success

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers wrap up a four-game road trip on Sunday with a matchup against the Phoenix Suns. Opposite the Lakers will be Suns wing Dillon Brooks, one of the NBA’s most tenacious and intense players, and a long-time thorn in their side.

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Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

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Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 14

Ziaire Williams on JJ Redick’s Lakers review: ‘You would think we almost last’

The Lakers are 11-2. JJ Redick apparently found plenty to discuss anyway. The coach used Friday’s practice day to review the team’s start, presenting players with findings from a 21-page analytics report.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 14

JJ Redick Explains Why He Likes Jake LaRavia In Starting Lineup

Establishing a consistent starting lineup has been an issue for the Los Angeles Lakers over the past few seasons. Head coach JJ Redick has often needed to maneuvere through injuries to key players, resulting in a lack of continuity.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 14

‘I feel like…’ Bill Simmons makes U-turn on ‘insufferable’ Luka Doncic and LA Lakers comments

Sports podcaster Bill Simmons had very harsh words to say about Luka Doncic. He has changed his mind. Luka Doncic is the early frontrunner for MVP, with his stunning form propelling the LA Lakers to an impressive 11-2 record.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Quentin Grimes News / Lakers Nation / November 14

Quentin Grimes Details How Finger Injury Occurred & How It Feels Now

Quentin Grimes is off to a slow start offensively to begin his tenure as a Los Angeles Laker. The 24-year-old guard holds averages of eight points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists on 43.1% from the field and 24.2% from 3-point range in 11 games.

Cameron Carr News / Lakers Nation / November 14

Cameron Carr Has Cool Plan For First NBA Game Ball

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Cameron Carr scored his first NBA points on Monday night in L.A.’s win over the Atlanta Hawks. He was injured to start the season, and has not been in the rotation, so his first points came in the first game of his NBA career in which he played more than two minutes.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

Lakers’ JJ Redick snitches on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves’ texting obsession

The Los Angeles Lakers have built strong chemistry during their impressive start to the season. Luka Doncic even invited the whole team for a vacation in Slovenia, which seems to help the group bond really well.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 14

Ziaire Williams On JJ Redick’s ‘Audit’ Of Lakers’ 11-2 Record: 'You Would Think We Almost Last'

The Los Angeles Lakers are tied for the best record in the NBA at 11-2, but head coach JJ Redick isn’t satisfied with what he has seen from his team. Redick shared at practice on Friday that the Lakers had spent time earlier in the day auditing their start to the 2026-27 season.

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Lakers Nation / November 14

Sandro Mamukelashvili Enjoys Being Swiss Army Knife For Lakers

JJ Redick went into the summer of 2026 with a clear vision for the Los Angeles Lakers. He wanted versatile players who could pass, shoot and dribble. It’s why Sandro Mamukelashvili was one of the team’s biggest signings, inking a four-year, $52 million deal on the second day of free agency.

J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

JJ Redick leaves nothing to chance with 21-page ‘audit’ of Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers will be well-rested when they take on the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena on Sunday, coming off a three-day break. The Lakers will aim for their eighth straight win to keep pace with the San Antonio Spurs for the best record in the Western Conference.

Kevon Looney News / Fadeaway World / November 14

Lakers Make Brutal Kevon Looney Assessment Amid 11-2 Start

The Los Angeles Lakers overhauled their roster in the summer, and center Kevon Looney was one of the many new faces they brought in. Looney was set to be the backup to fellow new arrival Walker Kessler, but the Lakers have quickly realized he isn’t up to the task, according to The Athletic’s Dan Woike.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Bronny James’ Troubling Stat Raises Red Flags About His Lakers Future

There is no doubt that being LeBron James’ son comes with its own share of pressure, and the immense scrutiny Bronny James has faced since his first minutes in the NBA is a testament to that.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / November 14

Lakers lead NBA in five key categories, give opponents plenty to solve

The Lakers’ 11-2 start comes with some numbers that help explain it. They’re scoring efficiently, forcing turnovers and making opponents pay for them. Through their first 13 games, the Lakers lead the NBA in scoring, field goal percentage, offensive rating, steals and points off turnovers, as Ricardo Sandoval of Lakers on SI detailed.

Luka Doncic News / HITC / November 14

‘I really haven’t’: Isiah Thomas says Luka Doncic is doing something that he has never seen before

Luka Doncic has arguably been the best player in the NBA this season. The Los Angeles Lakers are 11-2 so far this campaign, and their Slovenian superstar has been one of the biggest reasons why they have been so good.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 14

Lakers Are Dominating NBA in Five Key Statistical Categories

The Los Angeles Lakers couldn't have asked for a better start through their first 13 games of the season. The Lakers have the best record in the Western Conference and the league, at 11-2.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 14

Darius Acuff Jr. Makes Blunt Admission About Lakers’ Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite the road trip. Through the first three of their four-game road trip, the Lakers are undefeated. Los Angeles is riding a seven-game winning streak and has a strong chance to extend it to eight on Sunday against the Phoenix Suns.