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FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Highlights: Luka Doncic Drops 39 Points But Slovenia Comes Up Short Against France

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic loves to represent his country when it comes to international play and FIBA EuroBasket 2025 is the latest opportunity to do so.

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Lakers ‘Should’ve Won 10 Championships’ with Kobe and Shaq, Says Former LA Staffer

The Los Angeles Lakers of the early 21st century represented one of the most dominant squads in the decorated franchise's storied history. More news: Lakers Make Signing to Bolster Roster, What Does it Mean for LA?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 30

Robert Horry Discusses Importance Of Role Players To Team Success

The Los Angeles Lakers are a franchise that is all about the big stars. But for all of the legends like Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Jerry West and LeBron

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'No. 2 scorer for each NBA team' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / August 30

Magic Johnson Picks Michael Jordan As NBA GOAT

Discussions and debates about the greatest players to ever step foot on an NBA court will never end. But over the past few years, this conversation has essentially boiled down to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan versus current Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.

Luka Doncic News / NBA Analysis Network / August 30

The forgotten former LA Lakers player involved in the Luka Doncic trade who is now a free agent

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks engaged in a massive trade last season. The biggest players involved were Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis between the two sides.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 30

Luka Doncic Believes LeBron James’ Experience Will Help Lakers

Luka Doncic and LeBron James are two of the premier superstar’s in today’s NBA and they will be tasked with leading the Los Angeles Lakers to hopefully another championship during the 2025-26 season.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 30

Mark Cuban Wants The Lakers To Go 0-82 After Luka Doncic Trade

It wasn't that long ago when former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban considered Luka Doncic the face of his franchise. But now, as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka has lost Cuban's support despite maintaining a close personal bond behind the scenes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / August 30

Robert Horry Claims Michael Jordan Played 'More Physical' Than LeBron James Despite Dennis Rodman’s Dump Truck Comments

Michael Jordan and LeBron James are from two very different eras. The NBA has changed a lot since the days of His Airness’ reign, and today, LeBron is The King.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 29

Lakers Offense Projected To Struggle Following Offseason Changes, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Lakers brought Luka Doncic in midway through last season in order to have a more formidable offense. He has proven to be one of the best offensive players in the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 29

NBA Insiders Have Little Faith in Lakers Making NBA Finals This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers were the third seed in the Western Conference last season. They used a late surge to get that spot, and they looked poised to make a run at the Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

Insider Projects Bronny James’ Path Toward Lakers Rotation

As the Lakers continue preparing for the 2025-26 campaign, many eyes will be on Bronny James’ growth heading into year two. The former USC Trojan has a significant spotlight on him as LeBron James’ son, and one writer believes he could have several chances to earn minutes for LA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 29

Charles Barkley: LeBron James needs to move on from Lakers

Charles Barkley has seen enough. He thinks it is time for LeBron James to get out of Los Angeles. Or at least play for someone besides the Lakers. “LeBron is going to have to move on at some point.

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The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2015' quiz

The 'Most NFL 1,000-receiving yard seasons' quiz

Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / August 29

Magic Johnson Lists His Top Five All-Time Lakers

There is no franchise in the NBA that has had more superstars don their jerseys than the Los Angeles Lakers. Every team has legends of the franchise, but the Lakers’ legends are some of the best to ever step foot on an NBA court like Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / August 29