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On YouTubeLuke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 8
Luke Kennard Shines in Lakers Debut, Embraces ‘Biggest Stage’ in NBA
On Saturday at Crypto.com Arena, the newly acquired sharpshooter Luke Kennard made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers against the visiting Golden State Warriors after being traded to the team by the Atlanta Hawks ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week.
Jaxson Hayes News / Athlon Sports / February 8
Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Reveals True Feelings on 2026 NBA Dunk Contest
Even the most casual NBA fans know that big men who play with Luka Doncic will be enjoying some of their best basketball whenever they share the floor with him.
The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 8
Lakers President Rob Pelinka Confirms Upcoming 'Changes' Amid New Ownership
The Los Angeles Lakers are working to secure a better spot for the coming postseason. While fifth isn't a bad spot to be in, it's not an ideal situation for a Purple and Gold squad that's always aiming for contention.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Kobe Bufkin News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Lakers Sign Kobe Bufkin To NBA Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed guard Kobe Bufkin to an NBA contract. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it is reported to be a two-year minimum contract with a team option in 2026-27.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 8
JJ Redick says Deandre Ayton is day-to-day with knee injury 
To the surprise of no one, the latest Laker injury update involves a day-to-day designation. On Saturday, Deandre Ayton was a very late scratch for the Lakers with a knee injury.
Adou Thiero News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 8
Adou Thiero assigned to South Bay Lakers as part of return from injury
It’s been a season of inactivity for Lakers rookie Adou Thiero. While most young players may not play as they learn and develop in their rookie season, Thiero has been out for the majority of the year due to injuries, the most recent a right MCL sprain suffered on Dec.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Jaxson Hayes Apologizes To Wizards Mascot & Explains What Happened
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes was in the news over the last week after an altercation with the Washington Wizards mascot went viral. He was seen shoving the mascot to the ground prior to L.A.’ matchup against the Wizards on Friday, Jan.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8
The LA Lakers rookie who made Shaquille O’Neal so angry that he ‘threw’ him on the ground
Life as a rookie on a championship contender can be brutal, especially when one of the most dominant players in NBA history is involved. One former Los Angeles Lakers rookie has since revealed how a practice moment with Shaquille O’Neal quickly escalated into something unforgettable.
Rob Pelinka News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Rob Pelinka: Lakers Were ‘Aggressive’ At Trade Deadline But Prefer Optionality Going Into Offseason
The Los Angeles Lakers made one move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, sending Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Luke Kennard Broke LeBron James’ Ohio High School Scoring Record
The NBA trade deadline has come and gone with the Los Angeles Lakers opting to make just one move by acquiring Luke Kennard. The Lakers had a lot of needed to address, with one of them being 3-point shooting, and Kennard is one of the best in that regard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 8
Candace Parker Says Luka Doncic Is Being Overlooked For MVP For The Same Reason Kobe Bryant Once Was
Luka Doncic has been the engine keeping the Los Angeles Lakers running all season long. Since landing in Los Angeles from Dallas last February, he’s turned a middling roster into a team that is actually in the title conversation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8
Kendrick Perkins bizarrely says Austin Reaves is the ‘most important player’ in the NBA
Kendrick Perkins delivered one of his most eyebrow-raising takes yet when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers. While debates around LeBron James and Luka Doncic usually dominate the conversation, Perkins shifted the spotlight entirely, placing unexpected importance on Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 8
Gilbert Arenas Rips Lakers For Playing It Safe At Trade Deadline: 'This Is Hollywood'
The Los Angeles Lakers waited until the final moments of Thursday’s trade deadline to make their move, and it wasn’t exactly the splash many were hoping for.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / February 8
Lakers Injury News: Luka Doncic Day-To-Day With Mild Hamstring Strain
The Los Angeles Lakers managed a come-from-behind victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, but it was costly as they saw Luka Doncic exit with what was deemed lower leg soreness.
Rob Pelinka News / HITC / February 8
LA Lakers president Rob Pelinka offers bizarre justification for lack of big trades
Rob Pelinka has offered an unusual defence of the Los Angeles Lakers’ quiet trade deadline by insisting the front office was still aggressive. The Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations addressed criticism over the lack of major moves.
Kobe Bufkin News / Fadeaway World / February 8
How The Lakers Can Still Add A Player In The Buyout Market After Signing Kobe Bufkin
The Los Angeles Lakers appeared to close the door on the buyout market when they signed Kobe Bufkin to a standard two-year deal, officially filling their 15th roster spot.
Kobe Bufkin News / Field Level Media / February 8
Report: Lakers signing former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin to 2-year deal
The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin, a former first-round pick, to a two-year contract with a team option for the 2026-27, ESPN reported on Saturday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 8
Lakers Make Unexpected Signing for Final Roster Spot
On Saturday, veteran sharpshooter Luke Kennard made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers after he was dealt to the team ahead of the NBA trade deadline in exchange for Gabe Vincent and a second-round draft pick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8
Lakers signing G League’s No. 1 scorer
The Los Angeles Lakers have locked in their pick to fill the team’s final roster spot. The Lakers are reportedly signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contract.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Deandre Ayton Injury Update After Warriors Game
The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing better basketball as of late, winning four of their last five games as the All‑Star break approaches. The defense remains a concern for Los Angeles, yet with superstar Luka Doncic leading the way on offense, the Lakers have the potential to outscore any opponent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 7
Kendrick Perkins Argues Austin Reaves Is the 'Most Important Player in the NBA'
Austin Reaves went from being undrafted to becoming a bona fide starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, but in the 2025-26 season, his role appears even more significant.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 7
Kendrick Perkins makes major claim about possible LeBron James-Cavaliers reunion
James is getting close to unrestricted free agency after the 2025-26 season, and the speculation is already heating up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6
Lakers avoid worst-case scenario with Luka Doncic injury
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have received some encouraging news on the status of Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 4
Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been running the floor together for a full season now, and the pairing is starting to click in Los Angeles. The move created plenty of buzz when it happened, but Doncic has found his groove while sharing the load with James.
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