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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 4
NBA Notes: Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Suns, Mark Williams, Heat
Deandre Ayton didn’t light up the scoreboard in his Lakers debut — scoring just one point in 18 minutes — but he preferred to highlight another part of his game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Lakers Have New 6-Word Motto at Training Facility
The Los Angeles Lakers have a new motto on proud display at their El Segundo practice facility, the UCLA Health Training Center. Per Whistle, the six-word motto being showcased on a team banner certainly seems to point to the Lakers' title aspirations in 2025-26.
Deandre Ayton News / Fastbreak on SI / October 4
Will the NBA See a Different Deandre Ayton?
For the first time, Deandre Ayton suited up for the Log Angeles Lakers on Friday night. The veteran big man had an opportunity to take on his former team, the Phoenix Suns.
The 'Most 20-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the 49 players in NBA history to haul in at least 20 rebounds in a game on 30 or more occasions can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Lakers' JJ Redick Provides Maxi Kleber Injury Update
The Luka Doncic trade was a historic event for the Los Angeles Lakers last season. They were able to trade for one of the best players in the league, who will now be the face of the franchise for years to come.
The 25 greatest international players in NBA history
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 4
JJ Redick talks preseason plans for Luka Dončić, LeBron James 
The Lakers debuted on Friday with a very shorthanded roster, highlighted by the absences of LeBron James and Luka Dončić. LeBron’s absence was known throughout the week as the Lakers are taking a proactive and cautious approach to his preseason as he enters year 23.
Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 4
Bronny James gives an explanation for his horrid line in preseason opener
Bronny James needed only one preseason game to get the memes started again. The Los Angeles Lakers sophomore guard James had a dreadful night in the team’s preseason opener against the Phoenix Suns on Friday.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Austin Reaves Enjoyed Being Back On Court But Knows Lakers Are Work In Progress This Preseason
The NBA season is officially here with the Los Angeles Lakers kicking off preseason action on Friday night against the Phoenix Suns. Austin Reaves was a player who impressed with 20 points on 6-for-11 from the field in 21 minutes in a game with not a lot of positives for L.A.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Lakers' JJ Redick Reveals Why His Players May Not Like Him in Practice
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been steadfast in getting the team into Championship-level shape. More news: Lakers' Rob Pelinka Expects Deandre
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 4
'Losing in the 2nd Round': Richard Jefferson Gives Kendrick Perkins a Reality Check for His Lofty Expectation From Lakers
It was obvious the Los Angeles Lakers would look like a different outfit altogether this upcoming season after the Luka Doncic trade. Complement that with the addition of players like Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia and the Lakers fans have a good reason to be optimistic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
JJ Redick: Jarred Vanderbilt Was ‘Bright Spot’ In Lakers Preseason Loss To Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers were blown out by the Phoenix Suns in their preseason opener, although there were some positives to take away. One of them was the defensive activity of Jarred Vanderbilt, who dealt with a multitude of injuries the last couple of seasons.
Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Deandre Ayton Wanted To Show Commitment To Defense In Lakers Preseason Debut
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate with a loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, which was the first look at new starting center Deandre Ayton in purple and gold.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / October 4
Bronny James’s Icy Preseason Debut: Is There Fire Under All That Smoke?
Another year, another preseason debut for Bronny James in the sun-baked expanse of Palm Desert. You’d think playing in the desert would heat up your shot, but for the most famous son in the NBA, it was a cold night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Watch: Jaylen Brown Calls Luka Doncic Trade ‘One Of The Worst’ Ever
The trade of superstar guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers will forever go down as one of the most shocking deals in this history of the NBA, if not American sports period.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
JJ Redick Discusses Preseason Plans For Luka Doncic & LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate on Friday night in Palm Springs against the Phoenix Suns, although superstars LeBron James and Luka Doncic were among the players that didn’t suit up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 4
Lakers HC Confirms Plans for Luka Doncic & LeBron James Ahead of Loss Against Suns
While LeBron James missed the first day of Lakers training camp due to a nerve irritation in his glute, Luka Dončić has been fully engaged from the start.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 3
Health news emerges about longtime Lakers broadcaster Stu Lantz
Stu Lantz is on the mend after undergoing a recent procedure. The longtime Los Angeles Lakers commentator Lantz is set to miss the team’s opening preseason broadcasts against the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported Friday.
Luka Doncic News / Fastbreak on SI / October 3
Luka Doncic's Influence Made Lakers a Bigger Threat in NBA Free Agency
Luka Doncic has only played half a season with the Los Angeles Lakers, but he quickly became a face of the franchise when he arrived. Since landing in LA from the Dallas Mavericks, Luka Doncic has inked a new max extension during his first offseason with the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 2
Lakers' major starting lineup decision could backfire
The Lakers are unlikely to start a former Defensive Player of the Year to kick off the 2025-26 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 2
Jake LaRavia could be the X factor for the Lakers
The Lakers made two high-profile signings this summer in Marcus Smart, a former Defensive Player of the Year, and Deandre Ayton, a former No. 1 overall pick. But it's the under-the-radar signing of Jake LaRavia that might have the most significant long-term impact.
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