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Russell Westbrook gets technical foul for mocking Luka Doncic missing a free throw

A brief exchange of emotion became an early storyline in the Lakers’ latest victory. Russell Westbrook received an early technical foul during the Sacramento Kings’ game against the Los Angeles Lakers after reacting to Luka Doncic at the free-throw line.

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Luka Doncic Leads Way As Ball Movement Was On Point In Win Over Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to build some momentum after a rough patch coming out of the All-Star break and they had a golden opportunity to pick up their second straight win when they hosted the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 2

What could Redick's heated moment with Doncic mean for Lakers?

What could JJ Redick's heated moment with Luka Doncic mean for Lakers?

Even after a 129-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night at Chase Center, the spotlight around the Lakers shifted elsewhere.

NBA MVP tiers entering final quarter of 2025-26 regular season

Rockets' Kevin Durant climbs all-time list with another 30-point game

The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

Video of a tense moment between Luka Doncic and JJ Redick emerges

A video showing what appears to be a heated moment between Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic and head coach JJ Redick has been making the rounds on social media.

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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?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 2

'All Over the Place': Lakers Star Insists He, Not LeBron or Luka, Controls Locker Room Mood

The recent final shot miss against the Magic proved that the two superstars are not on the same page. More visual evidence of LeBron James and Luka Doncic allegedly not talking to each other raised more concerns.

Maxi Kleber News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 2

How Maxi Kleber made a big impact in his short shift

LOS ANGELES — On the season, Maxi Kleber has only played in 34 of the Lakers’ 59 games and averages fewer than 11 minutes per contest in those appearances.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / March 2

LeBron James & Entire Lakers Arena Erupt After Bronny James Drains Pure Nothing-but-Net Three

It’s still startling to think how NBA fans forget Bronny James has ‘Bron’ in his name as he inherits more than just his father’s name. The Los Angeles Lakers handled business early Sunday night, as the loudest moment inside the arena came long after the outcome was announced.

Rui Hachimura News / Hardwood Heroics / March 2

Rui Hachimura Sends Bold Warning About Los Angeles Lakers’ Championship Ceiling After 2 Dominant Wins: 'When We Play Good'

Over the last two games, the Los Angeles Lakers have performed admirably, and Rui Hachimura has seen what the squad is capable of. The Lakers are expected to be a serious playoff team — even a potential championship bid could happen.

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.

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.