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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 16
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Mavericks 
Even for preseason, the Lakers and Mavericks put on a lackluster display of basketball in Las Vegas on Wednesday. With Los Angeles missing starters like Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić, they couldn’t use a rotation of NBA players for the full 48 minutes.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Gabe Vincent Comes Out Hot But Shorthanded Lakers Fall To Mavericks In Las Vegas Preseason Game
Back-to-backs are rare in the preseason, but the Los Angeles Lakers had one this week. After losing to the Phoenix Suns on the road on Tuesday night, the Lakers were back in action on Wednesday, taking on the Dallas Mavericks at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / October 16
Lakers targeting mid-November for LeBron James return
LeBron James won’t be on the floor when the Lakers open the season, but his return may not be too far off. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Los Angeles is targeting mid-November for James’ season debut as he continues to rehab from sciatica on his left side.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Jarred Vanderbilt Ruled Out Of Mavericks Game With Left Quad Contusion
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been ruled out of the second half of Wednesday’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks due to a left quad contusion.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Lakers’ LeBron James in disbelief over Gabe Vincent’s eruption vs. Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers, for their Wednesday night preseason tilt against the Dallas Mavericks at T-Mobile Arena, were without key contributors such as Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Deandre Ayton, just to name a few.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Lakers Announce Bronny James News on Wednesday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, is entering his second NBA season after spending much of his rookie year in the G League.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15
JJ Redick claims Rui Hachimura is even better than LeBron James and Luka Doncic at one key thing
JJ Redick has really admired what Rui Hachimura has been able to do, calling him one of the best in the league at a specific skill. For all the talk of LeBron James, Luka Doncic, or even Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers will be heavily reliant on Rui Hachimura next season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15
Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health
LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 15
Mavericks Vs. Lakers: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves & Others Out, Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt & Others Return To Lineup
The Los Angeles Lakers have ruled out Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and Bronny James (ankle sprain) for Wednesday’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks in Las Vegas.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15
New-look Luka Doncic may turn Lakers into true title contenders
Luka Doncic didn’t just come back thinner — he came back transformed.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 15
Former NBA Guard Doesn’t Hold Back in Austin Reaves Disrespect
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves will enter the biggest season of his career. Reaves will enter the fifth season of his career and will look
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 15
Lakers' Final Starting Lineup Spot Seemingly Down to 2 Players, Says Insider
Because star forward LeBron James is expected to miss the first two to three weeks of the regular season with sciatica, the Lakers' starting five is up in the air with just days before the beginning of the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 15
Deandre Ayton Gives Observations From First Game Alongside Luka Doncic
For the first time this preseason, Luka Doncic took the court for the Los Angeles Lakers and he was excellent against the Phoenix Suns finishing with 25 points, seven rebounds and four assists in just 22 minutes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 15
Luka Doncic Makes a Hilarious Quip About Coach JJ Redick
The Los Angeles Lakers are a hot topic of NBA conversation as the regular season draws ever closer. Luka Doncic is now ready to pilot the ship in his first full season after signing a contract extension this summer.
Bill Simmons News / The SportsRush / October 15
'Don’t Think They Care About This Year': Bill Simmons’ Reasons for Picking Lakers to Win Less Than 47 Games This Year
With the 2025-26 NBA season fast approaching, the LA Lakers fans had every right to be delighted. Their summer, after all, had gone according to plan. The Lakers signed Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15
Lakers are predicted to be mediocre by analytical models
Veteran star LeBron James has yet to be cleared for full-contact practice ahead of the start of the season.
Adou Thiero News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Lakers Offer Promising Update on High-Flying Rookie
Los Angeles Lakers fans hoped to see this year’s second-round pick, Adou Thiero, take the floor in Summer League and preseason, especially after scouting reports touted his athleticism and defense.
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