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Lakers’ JJ Redick Reveals Major Change Helping Luka Doncic Thrive

The Los Angeles Lakers have established themselves as one of the best teams in the league, at least to start the season. The team sits at 7-2, the second seed in the West right now, and a big part of that is Luka Doncic's play.

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The Lakers are ‘surfing the wave’ of Luka Dončić’s crazy scoring run right now

It’s like déjà vu all over again: Luka Dončić scored at least 40 points and the Los Angeles Lakers rode a vibrant offensive attack to victory. For the fifth time in six games, Dončić eclipsed the 40-point barrier during Los Angeles’ 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Austin Reaves Vows To Fix Early-Season Turnover Issues

Coming into this season, there was a lot of pressure on Austin Reaves as he was firmly placed in the number two role alongside superstar Luka Doncic and finally received his big payday from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 5

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Draws High Praise From Kings' Zach LaVine

The Los Angeles Lakers are on a roll right now. The Lakers have won four of their last five games and improved to 7-2 this season after beating the Sacramento Kings, 116-103.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / November 5

JJ Redick Happy With Lakers’ Defensive Progress

The Los Angeles Lakers did not have a stellar offensive performance in their victory over the Sacramento Kings as their 116 points scored were their second-fewest of the season.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Lakers’ 3 Best Trade Assets Show How Limited Their Options Are For A Major Move

After a disappointing end to their campaign last season, the Los Angeles Lakers underwent a significant transformation this season. From the acquisition of Walker Kessler to signing others like Collin Sexton, Ziaire Williams, and Sandro Mamukelashvili, the Purple and Gold made considerable upgrades.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5

Luka Doncic asked about Kendrick Perkins’ Kobe Bryant praise after 100th game with LA

Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Sacramento Kings, Luka Doncic weighed in on NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins comparing him to Kobe Bryant on a recent edition of the Road Trippin’ podcast.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Luka Doncic Continues Historic Start To 2026-27 Season

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has been on an absolute tear to begin this season and that continued on Wednesday night against the Sacramento Kings.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Lakers’ New Signing Embraces Limited Role, Vows To Do The ‘Dirty Work’

A hard screen that gives Luka Doncic an extra step, or a defensive rebound that ends a possession, might be all Lawson Lovering is asked to deliver in a short stint.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Kwame Brown Calls Out Bronny James For Stealing NBA Roster Spot From Hardworking Players

Former NBA player Kwame Brown has been a vocal critic of Bronny James, and he has now gone after the Los Angeles Lakers guard again. Bronny hasn’t had a great start to the 2026-27 season, and Brown called his cameo against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday the worst 90 seconds of basketball he’s ever seen on his Kwame Brown Bust Life show.

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Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Luka Doncic had a fan ejected for a disrespectful act toward a female referee

Luka Doncic did not tolerate a seemingly bad gesture from a fan during Wednesday’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings. After the ball was knocked out of bounds late in the third quarter of the game at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., a fan threw it back with excessive force and hit referee Chelisa Painter.

Skip Bayless News / HITC / November 5

Skip Bayless admits NBA star is now ‘winning even me over’ after latest display

Skip Bayless has commended Luka Doncic after his starring display for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers came away with a 116-103 win on Wednesday night, which included Doncic securing a game-high 40 points as well as seven assists.

Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / November 5

Luka Doncic defends female referee after fan throws basketball at her, helps get him escorted from arena

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luke Doncic is constantly criticized for complaining to NBA referees. On Monday night against the Sacramento Kings, though, instead of yelling at a ref, he was defending one.

Lakers have rebuilt the roster, but their biggest problem refuses to leave

NBA makes a decision on Luka Doncic after incident with a referee

Giannis Antetokounmpo drops bold claim about Luka Doncic

The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

NBA News / HITC / November 5

LeBron James names Luka Doncic and one more NBA star as his ‘favourites’

LeBron James named his two favourite stars in the NBA, and his very short list includes former LA Lakers teammate Luka Doncic. A lot has been made of LeBron James’ departure from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Luka Doncic Breaks Michael Jordan’s 38-Year-Old Record, Reacts To Kobe Bryant Comparisons

The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be on a roll, as they are coming off a 116-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Having improved to 7-2 on the season, the Purple and Gold currently place second in the West, and much of this can be credited to Luka Doncic‘s performance.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 5

Lakers face fresh Bronny James roster questions after former No. 1 pick’s explosive criticism

Kwame Brown has delivered a brutal assessment of Bronny James’ place on the Los Angeles Lakers roster, questioning why the third-year guard continues to occupy an NBA spot.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 5

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Kings

For as good as Luka Dončić has been to start this season, it hasn’t really felt like he’s been carrying the Lakers along. He’s been great on top of other players being good as well, leading more often than not to wins.