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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 19
5 trades Lakers fans want to see made before the deadline 
With trade season unofficially beginning on Dec. 15, it brings an onslaught of trade screenshots across social media and websites. Instead of pushing them away and offering our own, we decided to facilitate them to see who you guys want to see the Lakers trade for.
Luka Doncic News / The SportsRush / December 19
'I Could Do Some More': Luka Doncic Still Unsatisfied With His Play Despite 45-Point Triple-Double Against Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers overcame a fourth-quarter deficit to get a high-scoring road win over the Utah Jazz last night. That allowed them to keep pace with the San Antonio Spurs for third in the Western Conference as Wemby and crew got an easy win over the Washington Wizards.
Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / December 19
Former Tennessee Vols star Dalton Knecht may be on LeBron James' bad side now and it's not even his fault
Former Tennessee Vols standout Dalton Knecht may be on LeBron James' bad side now. And it has nothing do to with anything Knecht did. Knecht, who is in his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, was recently sent to the G League after essentially falling out of the rotation in LA.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 19
JJ Redick Credits Lakers Defense For Responding After Poor First Half Against Jazz
Head coach JJ Redick hasn’t been pleased with the Los Angeles Lakers’ defense during the 2025-26 season, especially recently as the team has give up several high-scoring performances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 19
LeBron James has fans concerned with his 'YouTube golf' quip
James has proven this season that he is still capable of playing at a high level, but many fans are concerned that the Los Angeles Lakers star's motivation is starting to wane.
Marcus Smart News / Fadeaway World / December 19
Marcus Smart On How Lakers’ Offensive Success Could Hurt Their Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a close 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz. While this is a positive result, Marcus Smart hinted at some problems with the team’s performance.
J.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / December 19
JJ Redick Turns To Banshees As Lakers Hit Quiet Reset
LOS ANGELES— The Los Angeles Lakers sit at 19–7 and tied for third in the Western Conference with San Antonio. They enter Christmas among the league’s best teams.
Luka Doncic News / Total Apex Sports / December 19
Lakers Escape Utah with High-Octane 143-135 Win Behind Doncic’s Triple-Double
There are nights in the NBA when defense feels optional, and the rim looks as wide as the ocean. Thursday night between the Lakers and Jazz at the Delta Center was exactly that kind of chaotic, beautiful mess.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 19
Lakers hoping offense wins championships
The conventional wisdom is that defense wins championships. The Lakers are hoping offense wins championships, too.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / December 19
LeBron James Admits He 'Dodged A Bullet' After Knee Injury Scare
LeBron James experienced a brief injury scare during the Lakers’ win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night but ultimately avoided anything serious. After going down holding his knee, the Lakers star returned to the floor and helped close out a much-needed victory.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 19
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Jazz
The Lakers’ defense was suspect on Thursday, but in the fourth quarter, they tightened up on the road to secure a win against the Jazz. Luka Dončić had
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / December 19
Why Is Austin Reaves Not Playing Tonight vs Jazz? Lakers Broadcaster Drops Hopeful Injury Update
He’s the best storyline of the season and Luka’s least favorite teammate. LakeShow is obviously waiting for Austin Reaves to return. Sadly that’s not happening tonight at least.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18
What ClutchPoints insider is hearing about Lakers’ Herb Jones trade pursuit
The Los Angeles Lakers have performed well so far in the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 18-7 ahead of Thursday night’s game on the road against the Utah Jazz.
Gabe Vincent News / Hoops Wire / December 18
Lakers’ Gabe Vincent expected to miss at least one week
The Lakers will be without Gabe Vincent again, and yes, it is starting to feel familiar. Los Angeles announced that Vincent has been diagnosed with lower back tightness and will be reevaluated in roughly one week, as relayed by Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 18
Is Luka Doncic's latest claim a sign of change or an empty promise?
Doncic acknowledged a shortcoming from him and the team, but will anything actually change?
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / December 18
JJ Redick Outlines Ideal Role Players To Surround Lakers’ Stars
The Los Angeles Lakers undoubtedly have a trio of superstars good enough to compete with just about any team’s top players in Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / December 18
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic, JJ Redick, Dalton Knecht, Jarred Vanderbilt
The Lakers have one of the best records in the league. JJ Redick still isn’t satisfied. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Redick has made defense a major point of emphasis, calling on the Lakers to lock in earlier and more consistently.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Lakers Announce Deandre Ayton News Amid Austin Reaves Injury
Deandre Ayton had one of his best games as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. The Lakers secured a 116-114 win over the Phoenix Suns despite missing the services of the injured Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / December 17
Lakers searching for perimeter answers under tight cap rules
The Lakers have options. The problem is deciding which ones actually help. According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Los Angeles is operating just $1.1 million below the first apron and is hard-capped, meaning flexibility is limited in terms of making trades.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 17
Lakers Pressured to 'Tread Carefully' at Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers are in need of a versatile defender if they are to compete in the stacked Western Conference this season. With a bottom 10-ranked defensive rating, the Lakers have struggled to contain opposing offenses, allowing the 17th-most points per game.
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