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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 3
LeBron James’ Role Could Change Again If Luka Doncic Misses Time
Thursday night’s bout between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder was about a disastrous a game as possible for the purple and gold. Not only did they lose by 43 points, but Luka Doncic suffered what appeared to be a significant hamstring injury in the third quarter, leaving LeBron James and Austin Reaves without their co-star.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 3
3 Takeaways From Lakers' Embarrassing 43-Point Loss to Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers came into Oklahoma City riding a four-game winning streak and had won 13 of their last 14 games. They had a chance to show the rest of the West they belonged in the same conversation as the Thunder.
The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz
How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 3
The Thunder have the Lakers’ kryptonite 
A hyper-anticipated matchup between surging MVP candidates Luka Dončić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was dead on arrival on Thursday. OKC went up 25-9, led by 23 after the first quarter, and that was all she wrote.
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 / The Spun / April 3
Awkward Bryce James Situation Brewing For Arizona Before Final Four
Arizona guard Bryce James might be the most popular benchwarmer in college basketball right now. But as his team makes preparations for their Final Four tilt with Michigan, reporters want to talk with him - but an "enforcer" isn't allowing it.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 3
Lakers Injury News: Marcus Smart Potentially Nearing Return
Marcus Smart has been the heart and soul of the Los Angeles Lakers, constantly bringing the fire and competitive spirit on both ends of the floor. Smart has been a huge positive force on the Lakers as one of their leaders, something head coach JJ Redick recently spoke highly of.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 3
'Put Me in a Dark Place': LeBron James Reveals Culprit Behind 2011 Championship Loss
LeBron James has pinpointed the culprit for his infamous 2011 NBA Finals collapse. In a candid new interview, the Lakers star explained the ‘dark place’ he was in.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 3
Luka Doncic Undergoing MRI For Left Hamstring Injury
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is coming off one of the best stretches of his career and was rightfully named the Western Conference Player of the Month for March.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / April 3
Luka Doncic, Lakers Dealt Brutal Blow After Magnificent March
The other shoe was bound to drop at some point. After the Los Angeles Lakers brought the madness to March—going 15-2 with a nine-game winning streak and otherworldly scoring from Luka Doncic—the team fell back to earth in blowout fashion Thursday.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 3
LeBron James Sends Defiant Message After Blowout Loss to Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was understandably unhappy after his team suffered its worst loss of the season. The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder steamrolled the Lakers 139-96 at Paycom Center on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 3
LeBron James reveals the insane ‘trick’ Kobe Bryant played on him
LeBron James has revealed how Kobe Bryant repeatedly outsmarted him on the court, describing a simple but ruthless “trick” that left him second-guessing every defensive read.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 3
Jalen Williams Shows Class With Message to Luka Doncic After Injury Scare
It was a bad day for the Los Angeles Lakers at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, and the worst day for Luka Doncic. During the Lakers’ lopsided loss to the
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / April 3
Austin Reaves Shares Update After Injury in Lakers-Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves dealt with an injury scare in his team's 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. Reaves missed 19 games earlier this season with a severe calf injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3
LeBron James’ camp is blocking Arizona reporters from talking to Bryce James
LeBron James is apparently trying his best to shield his (younger) son from the press. Arizona had an “enforcer” present in the locker room on Thursday who was preventing reporters from speaking to freshman guard Bryce James, Dan Wolken of Yahoo!
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Rumors / April 3
Luka Doncic to undergo MRI after suffering injury in Lakers' 43-point loss
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic suffered a left hamstring injury in Thursday’s game at Oklahoma City.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 3
LeBron James really hates Memphis, wants Grizzlies to move
There are certain cities that professional athletes love traveling to. And there are others they don't.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 2
JJ Redick Discusses Marcus Smart’s Leadership & Impact On Lakers Teammates
A number of players have been extremely important to the success of the Los Angeles Lakers this season and one of the biggest has been veteran guard Marcus Smart.
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