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LeBron James celebrates favorite season with Halloween kids' book

LeBron James has a treat for his younger fans this Halloween. The Los Angeles Lakers star announced Thursday that the latest in his series of children's books, "Happy Spooky Halloween," will be released on July 21, 2026.

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JJ Redick Wants Jake LaRavia To Use Timberwolves Performance As Reference Point

Austin Reaves is getting all of the attention after yet another ridiculous performance in the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 31

NBA Notes: Lakers, Austin Reaves, Bucks, AJ Green, Timberwolves

The Lakers are holding the line without LeBron James and Luka Doncic, and the reason is simple. As you likely know, Austin Reaves is on fire. The 27-year-old guard has exploded to start the season, averaging 34.2 points, 10 assists, and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 52.5% from the field and leading the NBA in free throws made per game.

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The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA 40-point, 15-rebound game leaders' quiz

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Lakers Around the Web

Lakers writer praises Dalton Knecht for improved offensive play · Sporting News

Lakers predicted to outlast rival Clippers in NBA Cup group play · Sporting News

Is Marcus Smart playing for Lakers vs. Grizzlies tonight? · Sporting News

Lakers urged to cut ties with history-making $53.8 million star guard · Sporting News

Austin Reaves' 'absolute baseline' that will force the Lakers into a tough decision · Sporting News

Lakers predicted to cut ties with Austin Reaves, pair him with 2-time NBA champion, former MVP · Sporting News

Lakers' Austin Reaves gets lucrative contract update after historic start to season · Sporting News

Lakers writer applauds Deandre Ayton for stellar play, silencing doubters in 2025-26 · Sporting News

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Maxi Kleber News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 31

Maxi Kleber’s oblique strain injury, explained

Los Angeles Lakers’ big man Maxi Kleber has been sidelined for the regular season with an oblique strain and is set to be re-evaluated within the next week.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 31

Insight Into What Austin Reaves’ Next Contract May Look Like

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been on a tear to start the season, making up for the losses of Luka Doncic and LeBron James by averaging 34.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 10.0 assists through five times.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 31

5 things we’ve learned from the Lakers first five games

The severely shorthanded Lakers team that went 1-5 in the preseason cautiously stepped its way into the regular season only to become just as banged up, but have somehow found much different results by going 3-2 in their first five contests.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 31

Jake LaRavia fires back at Anthony Edwards’ remarks as Lakers teammates weigh in

Jake LaRavia has responded to comments from Anthony Edwards, following the Lakers’ win over the Timberwolves. Austin Reaves may have sealed the victory with a buzzer-beater, but LaRavia also put on a strong performance with 27 points.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 31

Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Injury News, Major Sale Update, LA Free Agent Joins Surprise Team

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is close to a return to the court and was recently upgraded ahead of Friday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

How Jarred Vanderbilt knew Jake LaRavia would go off vs. Timberwolves

Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116-115 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday, much of the postgame chatter centered around Austin Reaves who capped off a phenomenal week with a game-winner.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 31

NBA Analyst Impressed by the Lakers’ Start Despite Injury Issues

The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with injuries to key players to start the season. LeBron James started the year on the injured list, then Luka Doncic picked up an injury after just two games.

J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

JJ Redick identifies Lakers player he hopes to find minutes for

LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers traveled up north to face off against the Sacramento Kings last Sunday, they lost both Marcus Smart and Gabe Vincent due to injury during the game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30

Charles Barkley knows the real problem with LeBron James

LeBron James may be out due to sciatica, but Charles Barkley is not buying it. He thinks he knows what is really going on with the Los Angeles Lakers star.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Questionable Vs. Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers injury report lists Luka Doncic (left finger sprain, left leg contusion) and Marcus Smart (right quad contusion) as questionable for Friday night’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 30

JJ Redick Hoping LeBron James Returns In 2nd Or 3rd Week In November

The Los Angeles Lakers had to start the 2025-26 season without LeBron James, who is dealing with a sciatica on his right side. James starting experiencing issues during an offseason workout and did not participate in training camp or preseason.

Austin Reaves News / Yardbarker / October 30

Red-hot Austin Reaves solidifies his place in Lakers lore

Reaves has a achieved a feat no Laker has accomplished in 55 years.

Lakers' Austin Reaves looks like an All-Star after game-winner

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J.J. Redick News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

Lakers HC JJ Redick Provides Injury Update For Key Players

The Los Angeles Lakers are 2-2 to start 2025-26. That’s hardly the record they want to have, as they’d be 4-0 if it were up to them. Even so, they’re playing at or above expectations considering the circumstances.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

Lakers Struggling As They Face Major Adversity Due To Injuries, Jaxson Hayes Returns To Action While Veteran Guard Downgraded

While the NBA is just a week into its 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers are facing significant adversity, sitting at .500 and having yet to field a full squad.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29