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Lakers Beat Kings For Second Straight Blowout Win

Coming off a wire-to-wire win over the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and looked to build some momentum against the Sacramento Kings.

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Shaquille O’Neal Drops Truth Bomb on LeBron James’ Dunk Contest Absence

With three-time Slam Dunk champion Mac McClung sitting out this year’s dunk contest, not much was expected from this year’s contestants. And unsurprisingly, it was a snoozefest.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 1

Iman Shumpert Admits He Was 'Forced to Hate' LeBron James Because of Carmelo Anthony

LeBron James and Iman Shumpert played together with the Cleveland Cavaliers for four seasons from 2015 to 2018, and Shumpert was a key three-and-D player who helped the King secure his third championship in 2016.

J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

JJ Redick’s ‘confident’ truth bomb after dominating Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak following their 129-101 win against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. The Lakers showed the type of complete effort from start to finish that head coach JJ Redick has been asking for the entire season.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

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Rich Paul News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

NBA agent Rich Paul distances himself from Las Vegas ownership rumors

Over the years, player agent Rich Paul has seen his clout grow. Many believe that he has become one of the most influential figures in the NBA with his work at Klutch Sports, including handling Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 1

JJ Redick Says Lack of Effort and Execution Is the Reason Behind Luka Doncic’s Lakers’ Identity Crisis

Despite avoiding a season-worst 4-game losing streak, JJ Redick has yet to find a solution to their identity crisis. The Los Angeles Lakers’ head coach called the win against the Warriors their most complete game since the All-Star break.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Rich Paul envisions Lakers’ LeBron James aging into Karl Malone role

It is not a secret that LeBron James is chasing another ring before he walks off into the sunset. While the Los Angeles Lakers are having a tough campaign, they are still in the thick of the fight, and it is never wise to bet against a team featuring James and Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 1

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James & Rui Hachimura Available Vs. Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers updated their injury report for Sunday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings and LeBron James (left foot arthritis) and Rui Hachimura (illness) are both available to play.

Rui Hachimura News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Rui Hachimura Injury Update Emerges Before Lakers Game

Rui Hachimura has been out of the Los Angeles Lakers' lineup for the last two games. The 6-foot-8 forward has been nursing an illness and has been forced to sit out.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / Larry Brown Sports / March 1

LeBron James reveals if his daughter Zhuri will play basketball

Three basketball players in the James family is apparently more than enough. LeBron James’ daughter Zhuri was in attendance at Chase Center in San Francisco Calif.

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The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

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Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Lakers Announce Bronny James News After Warriors Game

Bronny James is in his second NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his role has largely mirrored what he experienced as a rookie. Through 29 appearances this year, James has averaged 2.2 points, 1.2 assists and 0.5 rebounds in limited minutes while shooting 40 percent from the field and 40.7 percent from three-point range.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 1

JJ Redick called Lakers win over Warriors ’most complete game’ since All-Star break

While the All-Star break can serve as a chance to rest and recuperate before going on a run to close the season, it can disrupt teams’ rhythm and create another hurdle.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / March 1

Shaquille O’Neal Critical Of Deandre Ayton

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton has been in the headlines this week due to comments surrounding his role on the team. Ayton shared some interesting comments, referencing that he is not like Houston Rockets center Clint Capela, who has historically had a limited role as a rebounding lob threat.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 1

'Anything’s Possible': Shaquille O’Neal Straight Up Refutes Charles Barkley, Declares Lakers are Contenders

The 2025-26 NBA season has been far from smooth sailing for the Los Angeles Lakers. While, they are still hopeful of a postseason berth, the Lakers haven’t proven that they deserve to be among the select group of championship contenders.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 1

JJ Redick Commends Luke Kennard For Creating ‘Blender’ In Offense

When the trade deadline came and went, the Los Angeles Lakers’ lone move was acquiring Luke Kennard. While Kennard is an upgrade from Gabe Vincent, there were lofty expectations to bring in more 3-and-D personnel to vault L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 1

JJ Redick: Luka Doncic Is ‘Major Stakeholder’ For Lakers

Luka Doncic has been great for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2025-26 season, though the team still finds itself leaving much to be desired on the basketball floor.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 1

Lakers, with stars back together, take on lowly Kings

After closing out February by putting an emphatic end to a three-game losing streak, the Los Angeles Lakers will leap into March with a visit from the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 1

Austin Reaves’ hilarious response to Luka Doncic saying LA Lakers didn’t get him a birthday gift

Austin Reaves delivered a memorable comeback after Luka Doncic joked that his Los Angeles Lakers teammates failed to get him a birthday gift. Doncic, who turned 27 on February 28, made the comment following the Lakers’ commanding win over the Golden State Warriors.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / March 1

Charles Barkley has a brutal reaction to Deandre Ayton’s ‘Dominayton’ nickname

Charles Barkley did not hold back when reacting to Deandre Ayton’s self-styled nickname. The Los Angeles Lakers center recently made headlines for comments about his role, but Barkley quickly shifted the focus to Ayton’s production.

Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / February 28

Luka Doncic has happy birthday as Lakers crush Warriors

Luka Doncic celebrated his 27th birthday with 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors on Saturday in San Francisco.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28

Udonis Haslem calls out who’s to blame for the Lakers’ skid

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to find their groove since action resumed in the NBA following the league’s All-Star Weekend. After the break, LeBron James and company have gone just 1-3, entering Saturday on a three-game losing skid, with each loss seemingly more infuriating than the last.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 28

Lakers’ Austin Reaves Makes Bold Statement About Deandre Ayton

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently on a three-game losing streak and have come under heavy criticism for their players’ lack of effort and defensive intensity.