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Lakers’ LeBron James out for NBA All-Star Media Day, but there’s a catch

Los Angeles Lakers veteran LeBron James will not be present for this year’s Media Day ahead of his 22nd All-Star game. Before what could be James’ last All-Star game appearance, LeBron’s media availability will be before Sunday’s event.

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Luka Doncic Openly Opposes LeBron James Over Lakers Ambitions, Reveals Injury Status Ahead of All-Star Game

A loss to OKC without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander saw LeBron James reflect on the bitter truth. Having been to ten NBA Finals, he couldn’t sense that within the Lakers.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 14

Jason Kidd Still Amazed By LeBron James

The links between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks stretch well beyond the Luka Doncic trade last year. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd was previously a Lakers assistant under Frank Vogel, who coincidentally is now an assistant under Kidd in Dallas.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / February 14

Luka Doncic Says Lakers Can Be ‘Very, Very Dangerous’ During Remaining NBA Season

Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic's move to the Los Angeles Lakers last season was nothing less than shocking news in the sport of basketball. Luka “The Don” is in an elite circle of stars, another of whom is teammate LeBron James, the 41-year-old “King” who notched his 123rd career triple-double in the final game leading into this All-Star break.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / February 14

LeBron James Reveals How Much Longer He Thinks He Can Play

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is in his 23rd NBA season at age 41. His future has been one of the biggest topics of discussion surrounding L.A. — and the entire league — this season.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 14

Austin Reaves Credits Unexpected Lakers Mentor for Accelerating NBA Rise

Austin Reaves' path to NBA stardom with the Los Angeles Lakers has been anything but easy and about as improbable as any scenario for a player trying to make a name for themselves in the league.

Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / February 14

Watch: Nike Honors Kobe Bryant In New Commercial Ahead Of NBA All-Star Weekend

The Los Angeles Clippers might be hosting NBA All-Star Weekend with most of the events taking place at the Intuit Dome, but the city of Los Angeles will always be a town dedicated to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 14

JJ Redick Not Taking LeBron James For Granted

In the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Dallas Mavericks, LeBron James once again made history as he became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double, finishing with 28 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / February 14

'Unless JJ Does Something Phenomenal' – Los Angeles Lakers Legend Offers Pessimistic Take on JJ Redick’s Coaching Tenure

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Robert Horry believes that JJ Redick’s head coaching job is not safe, following the appointment of new team owner and chairman Mark Walter, who is known to be a no-nonsense guy.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / February 14

Rich Paul On LeBron James Never Participating In The Dunk Contest: 'If He Won, They Just Would’ve Said It Was Rigged'

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was named an All-Star for the 22nd time in his career in 2026, but while he has been making these trips year after year, he’s never participated in the Dunk Contest.

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Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / February 13

Luka Doncic’s All-Star Plans Revealed After 'Strong' Pregame Workout

The NBA All-Star game will already need several replacements, and Luka Doncic’s availability still hangs in the balance. After missing the fourth consecutive game this week, the Lakers star is still in recovery that could compromise his status for Sunday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 14

Australian Couple Breaks Silence After Spending $32,000 on Lakers Game With LeBron James, Luka Doncic Out

The Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs drew heavy criticism after Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, and Deandre Ayton did not play the game.

Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 13

Lakers' Austin Reaves Reveals Moment 'Weight of the World' Was Off His Shoulders

Few NBA star players have had a journey to get where they are, like Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers, who went from a no-name undrafted rookie to one of the best guards in the league while sharing the spotlight with two generational talents, Luka Doncic and LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 13

Windhorst honest about where he expects healthy Lakers to stack up

Brian Windhorst gets brutally honest about where he expects healthy Lakers to stack up

Despite all the injuries and some inconsistent stretches throughout the season, the Los Angeles Lakers arrive at the All-Star break in fifth-place in the Western Conference and right in the thick of the playoff race.

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