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LeBron James gives Pistons credit for win over Lakers

The Detroit Pistons continue to roll even without Cade Cunningham as they snapped the nine-game winning streak of the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. The Pistons escaped the Lakers, 113-110, at Little Caesars Arena, with Daniss Jenkins coming up big with a career-best 30 points, including clutch baskets in the fourth quarter.

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LeBron James Points to New Lakers Role After Scoreless Half vs. Pistons as JJ Redick Credits Unselfishness

LeBron James has openly stated he’s making the sacrifice for the Lakers to function seamlessly. That could mean some nights, such as against the Pistons tonight.

J.J. Redick News / Total Pro Sports / March 24

JJ Redick Reveals What 'Killed' Los Angeles Lakers After Detroit Pistons Snap Win Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season-high nine-game winning streak ended at the hands of the Detroit Pistons, and JJ Redick spoke in detail about why they lost.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

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The 'NBA yearly three-point leaders' quiz

Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Lakers’ Austin Reaves reveals where Los Angeles gets its resiliency amid adversity

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to display resilience, and Austin Reaves’ postgame comments reinforced that identity. Despite a 113–110 loss to the Detroit Pistons, the Lakers’ ability to compete through adversity remained evident.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 24

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Pistons

Given some of the great escapes they’ve had over the last 10 days, the Lakers were certainly due for the defeat that came on Monday against the Pistons.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / March 24

Dallas Reporter Says Luka Doncic Argues More When Frustrated With Personal Life

While Luka Doncic has been on a tear on the hardwood, his private life remains at odds because of a legal battle with his ex-fiancée, Anamaria Goltes. Could the personal issues cause frustration for the Los Angeles Lakers superstar?

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 23

NBA Facing Major Accusation Amid Lakers’ Loss to Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers arrived in Detroit on Monday riding a nine-game winning streak, with an opportunity to secure their first 10-game run since 2019.

Daniss Jenkins News / Yardbarker / March 23

Daniss Jenkins leads Pistons to big win over Lakers

Daniss Jenkins' career game leads Pistons to big win over Lakers

An unlikely hero helped the Detroit Pistons snap the Los Angeles Lakers' nine-game win streak on Monday.

LeBron James’ chances of staying with Lakers may be increasing

NBA makes decision on potential suspension for Lakers' Luka Doncic

Jaylen Brown puts two Lakers greats in all-time starting five

The 'Active 40-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

LeBron James posts ugly halftime stat line not seen since 2010

4-time MVP LeBron James looked mortal on Monday in the first half of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Detroit Pistons. Despite consistently outpacing Father Time through the years, the 41-year-old James finally looked his age before halftime at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich.

Stephen A Smith News / The SportsRush / March 23

'Can’t Rule Anything Out': Stephen A. Smith Hesitates to Dismiss Lakers as West Favorites Amid 9-Game Win Streak

The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA over the last few weeks. They have elevated themselves as a real threat in the Western Conference following their nine-game win streak.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 23

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Adds Another Weekly Award as MVP Push Intensifies

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now, as they have won nine straight games while holding onto third place in the Western Conference standings.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

LeBron James’ chances of staying with Lakers may be increasing

LeBron James’ time with the Los Angeles Lakers is experiencing something of a renaissance that could be reducing the chances of him leaving this summer.

Daniss Jenkins' career game leads Pistons to big win over Lakers

James posts ugly halftime stat line not seen since 2010

Jazz rookie Ace Bailey joins elite company after career-high game

Bucks curiously part ways with Cam Thomas after just one month

Jayson Tatum makes honest admission about his return to action

Former No. 1 overall pick is returning to the NBA

J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 23