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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 19
Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Available Vs. Heat
The Los Angeles Lakers updated their injury report for Thursday night’s game against the Miami Heat and LeBron James (left foot arthritis), Luka Doncic
The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Durant News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 19
The Lakers made Kevin Durant crash out twice in one week 
The Lakers’ trip to Houston could hardly have gone better. Facing two important games in the playoff race, LA took care of business with a pair of statement victories.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 19
Lakers rolling, but any first-round matchup won’t be easy
The Lakers have found something. Seven straight wins. Ten of their last 11, and not against lightweights. This has come against playoff-level competition, the kind you’ll see again in a few weeks, writes Michael Duarte of the California Post.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 19
New Report on Giannis’ Future Could Impact Lakers’ Offseason Plans
As the regular season hits the final stretch, Milwaukee Bucks star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo sits in yet another tough situation with the organization,
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / March 19
'Makes Me Feel Like A Loser': LeBron James’ Brilliance Forces JJ Redick Into Brutal Self-Reflection
The Los Angeles Lakers have officially taken control of crucial tiebreakers in the race for the No. 3 seed. With a 124–116 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, the Lakers secured all three season tiebreakers against the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / March 19
Lakers’ 7-Game Winning Run Earns Strong Championship Praise From Franchise Legend James Worthy
The Los Angeles Lakers are heating up at exactly the right time—and now the noise around them is getting louder. Seven straight wins. Ten out of eleven.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 19
Edwin’s Journal: Peaking at the right time
These are the good times. The Lakers are coming off a week in which they beat the Nuggets in their first overtime game of the year and won back-to-back contests over the Rockets, earning the tiebreaker and extending their winning streak to seven.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 19
Kevin Durant: LeBron James Can Play Another 4-5 Years
It seems a bit unfair to say LeBron James turned back the clock in the Los Angeles Lakers’ second consecutive victory over the Houston Rockets because he’s had multiple ridiculous performances this season that don’t seem possible for someone in their 23rd NBA season at 41 years old.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 19
Stephen A. Smith Takes Unexpected Stance on LeBron James, Lakers’ Playoff Hopes
The Los Angeles Lakers’ seven consecutive wins have turned around their season as well as Stephen A Smith’s stance. The Lakers have now soared to third place in the Western Conference and are gradually emerging as a wildcard heading into the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 19
Which Western Conference Contenders Do Lakers Own Tiebreaker Against?
The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs have separated themselves record-wise from the rest of the Western Conference, but there is a fierce battle underneath them for playoff positioning.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 19
Luka Dončić, LeBron James, Austin Reaves questionable vs. Heat
While the Lakers are currently on a roll, having won seven straight games after downing the Rockets on Wednesday, earning that eighth victory might be their toughest challenge yet.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 19
Lakers' March hot streak reveals a lot, should scare rest of NBA
The Purple and Gold's hot streak this month has propelled them into third place.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 19
LeBron James shares thoughts on NBA ownership amid league expansion push
James made headlines in 2022 when he said he wanted to own a team in Las Vegas.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / March 19
Luka Doncic makes NBA history during dominant seven-game Lakers stretch
The Los Angeles Lakers needed a win with playoff positioning on the line, and Luka Doncic made sure they got it, capping off a historic seven-game stretch in the process.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 19
Jake LaRavia reveals Marcus Smart ‘ripple effect’ on Lakers
LOS ANGELES – Back during the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers’ signing of Marcus Smart may not have been the biggest move of free agency, but with the final stretch of the regular season approaching, it’s definitely been one of the most impactful.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / March 18
Deandre Ayton Has “Bought In” To Role With Lakers
After airing his displeasure last month with the way the Lakers were using him, Deandre Ayton now says he’s fully committed to succeeding in his role and helping the team win, writes Dan Woike of The Athletic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 18
Rich Paul Drops Blunt Truth on Lakers ‘Better Without LeBron’ Talk
One of the lingering conversations that has followed the Los Angeles Lakers throughout much of the season has been their play without star forward LeBron James. This topic gained even more attention in recent weeks, particularly after James missed time earlier this month and the Lakers still managed to continue their upward trend.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Deandre Ayton makes brutally honest admission about his effort
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton seemingly confirmed what many have said about his effort in recent weeks. Ayton said he had something of an epiphany earlier this week amid a temporarily reduced role and realized he was not fulfilling his role with the Lakers.
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