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On YouTubeJarred Vanderbilt News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 4
Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt Gets High Praise on Revamped Jump Shot
Last season, the Lakers got next to nothing out of Jarred Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt only played 36 games for Los Angeles and was not a factor late in the year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Deandre Ayton Wanted To Show Commitment To Defense In Lakers Preseason Debut
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate with a loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, which was the first look at new starting center Deandre Ayton in purple and gold.
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?
Bronny James News / Fastbreak on SI / October 4
Bronny James Wasn't the Only Laker With an NBA Sophomore Slump Scare
Heading into his second NBA season, Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James continues to be under a microscope as he plays alongside his future Hall of Fame father in one of the biggest markets in the league.
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.
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 / Lakers Nation / October 4
Watch: Jaylen Brown Calls Luka Doncic Trade ‘One Of The Worst’ Ever
The trade of superstar guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers will forever go down as one of the most shocking deals in this history of the NBA, if not American sports period.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
JJ Redick Discusses Preseason Plans For Luka Doncic & LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate on Friday night in Palm Springs against the Phoenix Suns, although superstars LeBron James and Luka Doncic were among the players that didn’t suit up.
Kobe Bryant News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Sotheby’s Auctions First Kobe Bryant No. 24 Jersey For $889K
Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant’s debut No. 24 jersey was auctioned off for $889,000 at Sotheby’s in New York. Bryant wore the jersey in a Lakers win against the Seattle Supersonics on Nov.
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 / EssentiallySports / October 4
Not Having a Kobe Bryant-Like Player Changed JJ Redick’s Ways, Admits Lakers HC
“All those stories about Kobe being a psycho worker, they’re all true,” Lakers head coach JJ Redick said, doubling down on every tale that built the legend of the Mamba mentality.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4
Austin Reaves, RJ Davis & Rui Hachimura Lead Scoring In Preseason Loss To Suns
After several months of anticipation, the Los Angeles Lakers were back on the floor for preseason action. The Lakers hosted the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, though fans in attendance missed out on several of the regulars who sat out.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / October 4
JJ Redick Explains Why Lakers Got Blown Out By Suns In Preseason Opener
The Los Angeles Lakers‘ preseason didn’t get off to an ideal start as the Phoenix Suns blew them out 103-81 at Acrisure Arena on Friday. There were only a handful of positives to take from this game for the Lakers, and head coach JJ Redick spoke postgame about what he was looking for from his team and what he actually saw.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 4
Lakers HC Confirms Plans for Luka Doncic & LeBron James Ahead of Loss Against Suns
While LeBron James missed the first day of Lakers training camp due to a nerve irritation in his glute, Luka Dončić has been fully engaged from the start.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 4
Devin Booker Trolls Deandre Ayton During Lakers-Suns Game
Deandre Ayton made his preseason debut for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Phoenix Suns, his former team, on Friday, and it proved to be a night to forget.
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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 3
Lakers' LeBron James Has Hilarious Response to Luka Doncic Weight Loss
Heading into this year, Lakers guard Luka Doncic is in the best shape of their life. He has never committed himself to getting into the best shape possible before an NBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 3
Lakers Trade G League Guard for Multiple Draft Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers organization has already ditched a young guard, not even a week into LA's training camp run. Granted, this new arrives with a caveat: the Lakers team making the deal is LA's NBAGL affiliate in El Segundo, the South Bay Lakers.
Adou Thiero News / NBA Draft on SI / October 3
Rookie Adou Thiero Still Awaiting Lakers’ Debut
At the 2025 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers gave up multiple selections to move up to nab Adou Thiero at No. 36. In doing so, they not only solidified
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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