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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Lakers Injury Report: Marcus Smart Out, LeBron James Questionable Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are listing LeBron James (left foot injury management) as questionable and Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) as out for Tuesday night’s home contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Shaquille O’Neal & TNT Sports Launch World’s First Professional Dunk League
Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) and TNT Sports, in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, will launch DUNKMAN – the world’s first professional league in the sport of dunking.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 6
Stephen A. Smith Hits LeBron James, Lakers With Harsh Reality
On Sunday, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers got a taste of what life will be like over the next few weeks. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both sat out for the first time after sustaining major injuries.
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?
Luka Doncic News / Last Word On Sports / April 6
Luka Doncic ‘Doing Everything He Can’ to Expedite Return to Lakers
Days after Luka Doncic was diagnosed with a Grade 2 hamstring strain—which typically carries a recovery timeline of 4-6 weeks—the Lakers star is reportedly going to great lengths to speed up the process, aiming to return during LA’s playoff run.
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 / Lakers Nation / April 6
South Bay Lakers’ Season Ends With Loss In G League Western Conference Finals
The Los Angeles Lakers’ G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, saw their season come to an end in the Western Conference Finals on Sunday night, falling to 101-97 to the Stockton Kings.
LeBron James News / Ball Exclusives / April 6
Watch: LeBron James, Anthony Davis hit Draymond Green with hilarious TV prank
The NBA regular season is winding down, but Anthony Davis is turning heads with a new off-court venture. He’s the host of a new prank show called “Foul Play with Anthony Davis”, and he teamed up with LeBron James to target Draymond Green for their first prank.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / April 6
Lakers’ Luka Doncic reportedly in Spain, aiming to accelerate recovery timeline
The Lakers are facing an uphill climb entering the postseason, but Luka Doncic is doing what he can to change the timeline. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Doncic has traveled to Spain to undergo a procedure aimed at accelerating his recovery from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
The trait Lakers guard Luka Doncic had gave Mark Cuban full confidence in drafting him
While Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic undergoes special hamstring treatment in Europe, Dallas Mavericks’ Mark Cuban reflected on when the organization decided to trade up in the 2018 NBA Draft.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 6
Lakers’ JJ Redick on injuries to Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves: ‘Extend the season’
The Lakers were rolling. Then Thursday happened. A blowout loss to the Thunder turned into something much worse, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both going down with significant injuries.
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.
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 6
Can the Lakers sign a free agent after Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves injuries? 
The Lakers got a double dose of bad news over the weekend as both Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) are done for the regular season. Their status for the opening round of the playoff remains murky at best as well, although they’re both aiming to return as evidenced by Luka heading to Europe to attempt to expedite his recovery.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Details On Luka Doncic’s Procedure In Spain
When Luka Doncic was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, it seemingly marked the end of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season. Doncic had been playing at an MVP level before getting hurt against the Oklahoma City Thunder, a cruel twist of fate for the Lakers star.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers hit a brutal stretch last Thursday, and the timing could not be worse. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with injuries during a 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 6
Why Skip Bayless blames LeBron James for ‘deflating’ LA Lakers defeat despite scoring 30 points
Skip Bayless has blamed LeBron James for the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss against the Dallas Mavericks The criticism landed because LeBron still produced at a high level in a game the Lakers badly needed.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / April 6
Luke Kennard ‘Comfortable’ In On-Ball Role, Not Worried About Efficiency
With Luka Doncic (Grade 2 left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique injury) out for at least the rest of the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers are going to need everyone to step up in helping to replace their scoring and playmaking.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 6
The Lakers will have to lean on their most efficient shooter the rest of the season
Following a weekend of catastrophic injuries that saw their star backcourt ruled out for at least the regular season, the Lakers still had a game to play on Sunday in Dallas.
J.J. Redick News / Athlon Sports / April 6
Lakers' JJ Redick Addresses Unexpected Decision After Loss to Mavericks
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick officially began the team’s late-season stretch without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves on Sunday. Both stars are
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news
The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with a ticking clock when it comes to Luka Doncic and his injured hamstring.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
LeBron James shares his honest reaction to Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries
LeBron James embodied every Los Angeles Lakers fan when he found out he was going to carry the team’s offense by himself. The Lakers veteran went from third option to first option in a matter of days over the weekend.
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