Because he was phased out of the rotation in the playoffs, it has been forgotten that center Jaxson Hayes stepped up in a big way for the Los Angeles Lakers leading up to that point.
Former Los Angeles Lakers point guard D'Angelo Russell appeared to take another shot at the Los Angeles Lakers after joining the Dallas Mavericks in free agency.
Luka Doncic has only ever played for coaches who were former players as he enters his eighth NBA season. He began his career with the Dallas Mavericks and head coach Rick Carlisle, who was later replaced by Jason Kidd.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has long been known for his defensive prowess. He can lock down opposing guards with his length and tenacious energy.
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
As he enters his 23rd season in the NBA, it is clear that Lakers star forward LeBron James will be embarking in an unique load management strategy. Because of that, it's unknown whether James will be available for the Lakers' season-opening game Oct.
The skepticism around Deandre Ayton being a high-level contributor for the Lakers this upcoming season is both real and substantiated. There is no need to go over every single data point fueling the doubts that follow Ayton to Los Angeles, but safe to say a former No.
JJ Redick’s first year as the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coach should be considered a success as he led the team to 50 wins and the third seed in the Western Conference.
The Los Angeles Lakers have an exciting update regarding Jarred Vanderbilt's injury. Head coach JJ Redick said it was "night and day" regarding his forward.
Much has been made of LeBron James playing a different role on this Los Angeles Lakers team ever since they traded for Luka Doncic. For the first time in his career, James is not centerpiece of the offense or the primary ball-handler as that role falls on Doncic.
Training camp is officially underway and the Los Angeles Lakers are hopeful that they have put together a roster that can compete with the best in the NBA.
Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the teams with some lofty expectations. With LeBron James and Luka Doncic on the team, they can perform to the highest level.
At the 2025 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers gave up multiple selections to move up to nab Adou Thiero at No. 36. In doing so, they not only solidified
JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Phoenix Suns for their preseason opener at the Acrisure Arena tonight. Although the fans will be excited to see the new-look Lakers in action, the Purple and Gold will be seeing some absences from the rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is back at it again when it comes to teasing about his future in the NBA. James is entering the 23rd season of his career, the longest in league history.
Cam Reddish is on to something different this year. The former top 10 pick in the NBA is currently undergoing a stint with Šiauliai in Lithuania’s LKL.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves declined the four-year, $89.2 million contract extension during the offseason. Reaves is in the third year of his four-year, $53.8 million deal with the organization.
The Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to sign Marcus Smart this offseason to help with their perimeter defense. Part of the reason why the Lakers got eliminated from the playoffs last year was poor defense.
The Lakers made two high-profile signings this summer in Marcus Smart, a former Defensive Player of the Year, and Deandre Ayton, a former No. 1 overall pick. But it's the under-the-radar signing of Jake LaRavia that might have the most significant long-term impact.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick is counting on the arrival of Marcus Smart and improved health from Jarred Vanderbilt to give the team’s perimeter defense a major boost, writes Khobi Price of the Orange County Register.
The numbers are officially checking out on Luka Doncic’s drastic offseason body transformation. Doncic’s new weight was revealed by the Los Angeles Lakers on their official roster for training camp, which began this week.