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NBA Insider: LeBron James Likely To Opt Out Of Contract, Return To Lakers

LeBron James can opt out of his contract with the Lakers after the season, and that is exactly what most expect him to do. That list includes NBA insider Brian Windhorst of ESPN.

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D’Angelo Russell Believes Third Quarter Adjustments Helped Lakers Defeat Nuggets

D’Angelo Russell needed a bounce-back effort in Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets after he struggled to provide anything for the Los Angeles Lakers in their Game 3 loss.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / 1 hour ago

LeBron James: Lakers Star Anthony Davis Has Nothing Left To Prove

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally ended their losing streak against the Denver Nuggets, winning Game 4 at home in L.A. behind heroic efforts from LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Darvin Ham News / Fadeaway World / 31 minutes ago

Lakers reportedly don't want to pay for top-tier head coach if Darvin Ham fired

The Lakers are facing uncertainty not only on the court but also on the sidelines as reports suggest they may be hesitant to pay for a top-tier head coach.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Look of the Day for 4/29: Lakers to start fast, then fold

It's a new week for our Look of the Day series, and we're feeling good about our pick for Monday's NBA playoff slate.

NBA best bets: 6 expert picks for Monday’s playoff games 4/29

NBA Playoffs: Thunder vs. Pelicans Game 4 odds, pick, prediction for 4/29

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NBA playoffs: Lakers vs. Nuggets Game 5 prediction, odds, pick for 4/29

Anthony Davis News / Lakers Nation / 3 hours ago

Anthony Davis: Lakers Didn’t Want To Get Swept By Nuggets For Second Straight Year

After losing 11 straight games to the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers were finally able to come out on top against Nikola Jokic and company on Saturday night.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / 3 hours ago

Austin Reaves Praises D’Angelo Russell For Bounce Back Game 4 Against Nuggets

Coming into Game 4 of their first-round playoff series with the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers had their backs against the wall as they faced elimination for the first time in this postseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / 2 hours ago

This Day In Lakers History: Andrew Bynum Ties NBA Playoff Record With 10 Blocks

On April 29, 2012, Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum invited the Denver Nuggets to a block party in L.A.’s first playoff game of the year, swatting 10 shots to tie an NBA playoff record for blocks.

NBA News / Action Network / 7 hours ago

NBA playoffs: Lakers vs. Nuggets Game 5 prediction, odds, pick for 4/29

Andrew O'Connor-Watts of Action Network shares NBA odds, picks and predictions for Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets Game 5 on Monday, April 29.

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LeBron James News / Hardwood Heroics / 7 hours ago

Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron James Brings Back Trauma of Ex-Golden State Warriors GM With Wild Chasedown Block

Of all people, former Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers wouldn’t forget how LeBron James’ chasedown block ended their perfect season in 2016.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / 10 minutes ago

Paul Pierce Fires Bad News for LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers Despite Game 4 Win

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers managed to prevent a sweep as they win Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets on their own home court. But accoridng to NBA legend Paul Pierce, there’s a piece of bad news waiting for them down the road.

Jamal Murray News / Fadeaway World / 0 minutes ago

Lakers Fans Think A 3-0 Comeback Is Possible With Jamal Murray Listed As Questionable For Game 5: 'Lakeshow In 7'

The Los Angeles Lakers will be motivated to pick up a win in Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets after the recent news of Jamal Murray being listed as questionable due to a calf strain. "Jamal Murray has a left calf strain.

Anthony Davis News / Hardwood Heroics / 9 minutes ago

Anthony Davis Drops Truth Bomb on Los Angeles Lakers’ Mentality Before Game 4 Win vs. Denver Nuggets

After losing three straight games to the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers were on the brink of elimination at their opponents’ hands. Fortunately, a monster performance by Anthony Davis kept their playoff hopes alive with a win over the Nikola Jokic-led team.

NBA News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Lakers know they're still fighting history vs. Nuggets in Game 5

The Los Angeles Lakers ended nearly two seasons of frustration against Denver on Saturday night and stayed alive in the Western Conference quarterfinal series.

Darvin Ham News / Hoops Rumors / 21 minutes ago

Darvin Ham could have 'job security issues' if Lakers lose in five

NBA insider: Darvin Ham will have 'job security issues' if Lakers lose in five

Darvin Ham may be coaching for his job right now.

Mind-blowing stat sums up Nuggets-Lakers series

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 18 hours ago

Mind-blowing stat sums up the Nuggets-Lakers series

This stat gives a lot more clarity to the first-round series.

Insider: Darvin Ham will have 'job security issues' if Lakers lose in five

Nikola Jokic responds to Nuggets’ slow start concerns with perfect take

Thunder HC Mark Daigneault takes home the NBA Coach of the Year award

Jayson Tatum names the Celtics' 'most important guy'

Jimmy Butler's pregame guarantee backfires against Boston

NBA News / Yardbarker / 11 minutes ago

Watch: LeBron James is furious at Lakers bench

Watch: LeBron James is furious after Lakers bench doesn't challenge call

The Los Angeles Lakers entered Game 4 of their Western Conference playoff series against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday facing elimination and trying to avoid a sweep. That is a tough situation and tensions are going to be high as the pressure mounts.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / 1 hour ago

Lakers Center Available For Crucial Elimination Match

Lakers center Christian Wood is available to play in Los Angeles’ vital elimination match after a knee injury kept him out for months. After undergoing surgery on his left knee due to effusion, Christian Wood will be off the injury list for the first time since February 14, per head coach Darvin Ham.