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On YouTubeJ.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / January 18
JJ Redick Rallies 29 NBA Coaches Against Glaring Issue After Refs Admit Fault in Lakers Loss
It was the 16th loss for the Los Angeles Lakers, and only once have they suffered a single-digit defeat. The downward trend for JJ Redick’s team continued after its fourth loss in the last five games.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / January 18
Visibly Upset LeBron James Blames NBA Refs After Creating 'Uphill Battle' for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers went down to the Portland Trail Blazers tonight, 132-116, in a rout at the Moda Center in a matchup where both teams were shorthanded.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / January 18
JJ Redick Laments Injuries After Loss To Trail Blazers: 'You Get One Guy Back, Another Guy Gets Injured'
The Portland Trail Blazers took down the undermanned Los Angeles Lakers 132-116 at Moda Center on Saturday. The Lakers were without a host of big names against the Trail Blazers, and head coach JJ Redick stated postgame that this has been the story of their season.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 18
Western Conference Rival May Target Lakers' Austin Reaves in NBA Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers found a gem in 2021 when they signed undrafted free agent Austin Reaves. The University of Oklahoma product proved to be much better than expected, as he earned a roster spot and eventually became a starter and now holds his own playing alongside superstars LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 18
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Blazers 
In context, this was a pretty understandable loss for the Lakers. Amidst a tough portion of the schedule with some notable injuries, it wasn’t a shock to see the Lakers come up short on Saturday against the Blazers.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 18
Lakers Player Ratings: LeBron Fails To Step Up Enough Against Trail Blazers In Luka’s Absence
This felt like one of those nights where you know the answer early, even if the scoreboard (which ended 116-132 in favor of the Trail Blazers) hasn’t caught up yet.
LeBron James News / The SportsRush / January 18
Blazers Coach Confirms He Isn’t 'Depressed' About LeBron James Blocking Him In The 2013 Finals
LeBron James has made plenty of rivals over the course of his two-decade-plus NBA career, so it would not come as a surprise if some still hold grudges against the King.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 18
No Luka, Major Problem As Lakers Get Destroyed By Trail Blazers 116-132; Inefficient Nights Across The Board
The Lakers didn’t just lose in Portland on Thursday night. They were slowly, methodically worn down. Without Luka Doncic to organize the offense or tilt the floor, Los Angeles never found stable footing and absorbed a 132-116 defeat that felt decisive long before the final horn.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 18
Shorthanded Lakers Can’t Keep Up With Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers are going through a rough stretch of their schedule, playing five games in seven nights. That continued on Saturday night when they traveled to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in the first night of a back-to-back.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 17
Deandre Ayton & Jaxson Hayes Ruled Out Vs. Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers released an update to their injury report for Saturday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, with Deandre Ayton (left knee soreness) and Jaxson Hayes (left hamstring tendinopathy) downgraded to out.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 17
Marcus Smart admits Lakers are ‘hunted’ by rival teams
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have lost eight of their last 13 games, with their most recent loss coming at home against the Charlotte Hornets, a game in which the Hornets shot 54 percent from the field and 48 percent from 3-point range.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / January 17
Lamar Odom Arrested in Las Vegas
Lamar Odom was one of the best basketball players in the NBA. His life has been a complete hell ever since retiring. It has been filled with arrests and almost dying from a drug overdose.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 17
Lakers’ Austin Reaves didn’t pay much attention to Rich Paul comments
The Lakers had a little outside noise this week, and Austin Reaves mostly ignored it. According to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Reaves did not pay much attention to comments made by Rich Paul, who suggested on his podcast with Max Kellerman that the Lakers should trade Reaves to the Memphis Grizzlies for Jaren Jackson Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17
Austin Reaves expected to draw ‘big interest’ from 1 rival team
Austin Reaves will have some options if he wants to explore a move out of the City of Angels this summer. The Utah Jazz are expected to have “big interest” in the Los Angeles Lakers swingman Reaves, Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo!
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / January 17
Jake LaRavia Takes Pride In Wearing Lakers Jersey
Despite recent struggles for the Los Angeles Lakers, a bright spot has been forward Jake LaRavia, as he was thrust into the starting lineup with Rui Hachimura sidelined.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / January 17
Lakers limping into game vs. Blazers with no Luka Doncic
The Lakers are limping into Portland, and this time it is not just about the previous loss. After falling at home to Charlotte, the Lakers will be without the league’s leading scorer on Saturday night.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / January 17
Marcus Smart Believes Lakers Need To Play With More Urgency On Defensive End
The Los Angeles Lakers pounced on the chance to sign Marcus Smart in free agency, hoping the veteran would provide a boost on the defensive end. So far, Smart has been as advertised as he plays with a certain edge that the Lakers need in their lineups.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 17
LeBron James’ Close Friend Blames JJ Redick for Luka Doncic’s Misery
Defensive lapses have defined the Los Angeles Lakers’ season far too often. Against lower-seeded opponents, breakdowns pile up, star scorers roam freely, and the numbers tell a harsh story with the team sitting in the league’s bottom five in defensive rating.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / January 16
Lakers Announce Deandre Ayton Development on Friday
Deandre Ayton played his part for the Los Angeles Lakers in their last game. The 7-foot center logged 12 points on 6-of-10 shooting, six rebounds, an assist, one steal and one block in 32 minutes of action against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 16
Lakers' Austin Reaves' Thoughts on Rich Paul's Trade Comments Surface
Before suffering a calf strain that has kept him sidelined since Christmas Day, Los Angeles Lakers rising star Austin Reaves was having the best season of his NBA career while getting a lot of buzz as a potential candidate to be an All-Star for the first time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 16
Lakers 'Bargain' Hunting Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off yet another disappointing loss to one of the worst teams in the NBA, as they couldn't hold off LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 15
LeBron James distances himself from Rich Paul's incendiary comments
James addressed a series of recent controversial comments from his agent.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 13
Why this former first-round pick could help the Lakers on both ends
If the Lakers want to build toward a deep playoff run, they'll need to find reliable shooters. While they're expected to be active ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, it seems that the Purple and Gold will look in their backyard first for a potential solution.
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