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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 5
Is LeBron James Playing Tonight? Where to Watch Lakers vs Warriors Preseason Game
After a dramatic offseason, the NBA preseason is finally here for basketball fans to see their stars on the court back again. Even though the outcome hardly matters, it does set a tone for what’s to come early in the regular season.
J.J. Redick News / NBA Analysis Network / October 5
JJ Redick names one ‘bright spot’ player from LA Lakers loss, says he can be ‘elite’
The Los Angeles Lakers played their first preseason game on Friday night, losing to the Phoenix Suns 81-103. Despite the loss, Lakers head coach JJ Redick highlighted one player who he believes was a bright spot for his team.
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?
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Austin Reaves: Lakers Need To Find Ways To Get Deandre Ayton Involved Offensively
In Friday’s preseason opener, the Los Angeles Lakers encountered plenty of struggles on both sides of the floor. That was particularly the case for new center Deandre Ayton, who did not find a flow offensively and only got two shot attempts to finish with one point.
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.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 5
Lakers' LeBron James Gifts Popular Streamer $200,000 Watch
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is one of the richest people in the world. He has made a ton of money over the course what what will now be his 23-year NBA career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 5
When Shooting Coach Kevin Eastman Revealed 18-Year-Old LeBron James’ Humble Attitude Toward Becoming the Greatest
Almost a quarter of a century into his NBA career, the dream LeBron James once harbored about becoming the greatest basketball player of all time has surely come true.
Christian Koloko News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Christian Koloko Discusses Why He Returned To Lakers On Another Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers have been pretty good at utilizing their two-way contracts and developing players into contributors at the NBA level. Last year, one of their more intriguing pickups was center Christian Koloko, who was returning to the NBA after dealing with a blood clot issue that forced him out of the league for a year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 5
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Message on Camp, Maxi Kleber Injury Update, Austin Reaves Reveals GOAT
The Los Angeles Lakers welcomed superstar Luka Doncic to his first training camp in the purple and gold. He gave a brief response when asked about what it has been like so far, noting the intensity of what head coach JJ Redick has had in store.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Lakers Media Day: Marcus Smart Doesn’t Care If He Starts Or Comes Off Bench
The Los Angeles Lakers were open about their desire to improve their perimeter defense in the offseason and signing former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart is intended to help with that.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Lakers Media Day: Jarred Vanderbilt Discusses Goals For 2025-26 Season
Jarred Vanderbilt has not been able to be exactly who the Los Angeles Lakers hoped he’d be when they traded for him at the 2022-23 trade deadline. Some of that is due to struggles on the offensive end, but much of it comes down to availability.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Bronny James Felt More Comfortable In Lakers Preseason Opener Despite Poor Shooting Night
Last season was filled with outside noise due to the Los Angeles Lakers deciding to draft Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, in the second round. Given who his father is, unrealistic expectations were placed on Bronny when he needed time to develop.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Luka Doncic Has 3-Word Reaction to First Lakers Training Camp
The Los Angeles Lakers made some changes to the roster in the offseason to help fix the issues that plagued them in the playoffs last season. Being eliminated in the first round was not acceptable.
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.
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.
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.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Lakers' Austin Reaves Reveals NBA's GOAT Without Hesitation
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves made it clear who he thinks is the greatest basketball player of all time. Reaves has played four seasons with LeBron James, arguably the greatest of all time, which has given the guard a solid understanding of what The King is capable of.
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.
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 / 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 / EssentiallySports / October 4
Deandre Ayton Burdens Luka Doncic & LeBron With Responsibility to Rectify Preseason Blunder
Deandre Ayton’s Los Angeles Lakers debut in the preseason against the Suns didn’t exactly scream “offensive masterclass.” One point with just two attempted shots.
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.
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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