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Lakers Coach JJ Redick Makes Clear Statement Before Game 5

On Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. The Lakers are in a 3-1 hole, so they will need a victory to avoid elimination.

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Los Angeles Lakers Legend Begs the NBA’s Commissioner to Replace the All-Star Game

Former Los Angeles Lakers star Magic Johnson has one wish for Commissioner Adam Silver for the All-Star Game. The 2025 NBA All-Star Game didn’t get the fans’ vote.

LeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Former Lakers Champ Calls LeBron James GOAT if He Completes Comeback

It may be the hottest and lengthiest sports debate of all time: Who is the GOAT? The Lakers’ LeBron James or the Bulls’ Michael Jordan? Granted, the discussion can become tiring to the point of aggravation.

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The '2023-24 NBA playoff points-per-game leaders' quiz

Can you name every player to average at least 17.0 PPG in the 2024 NBA playoffs?

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Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Maxi Kleber Upgraded To Questionable For Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers have released their injury report and upgraded Maxi Kleber (right foot surgery recovery) to questionable for Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Rui Hachimura News / NBA Analysis Network / April 29

Rui Hachimura roasted Minnesota Timberwolves star’s debut for the team, now he’s making Lakers pay

The Los Angeles Lakers are playing against a Minnesota Timberwolves team that have developed greatly over the course of the season. Playoff opponents the LA Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves both saw their seasons turned upside down by unexpected trades.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Timberwolves coach fires back at Lakers' claims about officiating

When teams fall short, it is easy to point the finger at one or two calls that seemingly changed the momentum of the game but ignore the other 47-plus minutes of action.

JJ Redick rips referees for ‘blatant’ missed call after Lakers’ Game 4 loss

Anthony Edwards' ascent to face of the league continues with Game 4 win over Lakers

Anthony Edwards explains why he got in LeBron James’ face

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Lakers Announce Exciting News Before Game 5 Against Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of elimination. Facing a 3-1 deficit in their first round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers are heading home for Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Luka Doncic Sends Clear Message After NBA’s Controversial Announcement

In Game 4 of the Western Conference First Round, the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a narrow 116-113 defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves, placing them in a 3-1 series deficit heading back to LA.

J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Lakers’ JJ Redick reveals real blame for choking away 4th quarters vs. Timberwolves

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t make a single substitution in the second half of Game 4’s 116-113 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Facing a 3-1 deficit, Lakers’ Luka Doncic says fatigue didn’t factor into Sunday’s loss.

Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Kobe Bryant and Gianna Mural Vandalized in Shocking Act

A mural honoring the NBA and Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, was vandalized in a shocking act on Tuesday. The mural was defaced with graffiti in Downtown Los Angeles.

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / April 29

40-Year-Old LeBron James Is The Best Defensive Player In 2025 Playoffs Based On Advanced Stats

LeBron James is 40 years old, in his 22nd NBA season, and somehow, he’s not just playing elite defense. He’s playing the best defense of anyone in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / April 28

NBA Legend Dwight Howard Makes Feelings Clear About LeBron James

Dwight Howard is one of the best centers in NBA history. The future Hall of Famer has had three different stints with the Los Angeles Lakers. For two of those seasons, Howard was teammates with LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Lakers Notes: Game 4 Loss, Hayes, Finney-Smith, Doncic, LeBron

Coach J.J. Redick made two bold strategic moves that nearly led the Lakers to a Game 4 victory in Minnesota, writes Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Redick decided to replace center Jaxson Hayes with Dorian Finney-Smith for the start of the third quarter, and he used the same five players for the entire second half.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

'Lifeless' Luka Doncic vindicates Nico Harrison's concerns

Doncic shot 1-of-6 in the fourth quarter and struggled mightily on defense in the Lakers' 116-113 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round on Sunday.

Anthony Edwards' ascent to face of the league continues with Game 4 win over Lakers

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J.J. Redick News / Yardbarker / April 28