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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 17
Lakers close preseason with loss to Nuggets 
In their final preseason tune-up, the Lakers played from behind for much of the night before falling to the Nuggets, 121-106. Offensive shortcomings to open the game put LA behind the eight ball and forced them to dig out of a hole they never could get out of.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
Lakers Drop Preseason Finale To Nuggets
The Los Angeles Lakers wrapped up their preseason slate on Friday night, hosting Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. Due to a slow start for the Lakers, the Nuggets essentially led through and came away with the win to drop L.A.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 16
JJ Redick may have tipped his hand on the Lakers starting lineup
Masked in his tongue-in-cheek promise that the Lakers would not have an all-white starting five was that the opening lineup was not set. The given was that Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler would comprise 60% of the group.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 17
JJ Redick Gets Real On Dalton Knecht’s ‘Tough’ Reality Amid Rampant Lakers Trade Rumors
Dalton Knecht’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers will likely end this summer as the team looks to cut the roster to 15 standard contracts ahead of the 2026-27 regular season.
Naz Reid News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 16
Lakers called Wolves about potential Naz Reid trade during offseason
The Lakers’ roster overhaul this summer brought many unlikely or unfamiliar faces to Los Angeles in a flurry. But before their free agent frenzy, which included big deals to Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, and Collin Sexton, they made a call for a more well-known name.
Kobe Bryant News / Kicks on SI / October 16
First Look: Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro 'Mamba Eterno'
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a personal connection to Mexican heritage through his wife, Vanessa. Just a few months after retiring from the NBA in 2016, Bryant and Nike even unveiled the Nike Kobe A.D.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Bronny James News / Viral Sports News / October 16
Lakers’ Bronny James Hit With Serious Reality Check
Bronny James heads into the final preseason game of his third NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers still facing questions about whether he can handle the duties of an NBA point guard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16
Lakers hopeful gets candid about final roster chances
LOS ANGELES – Prior to the start of the regular season next week, the Los Angeles Lakers have a roster decision to make. They currently sit at 16 standard contracts, one over the permitted maximum.
Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16
Why Kendrick Perkins believes Lakers will have the best offense in the NBA in 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking at a new era of basketball led by Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler. With their Big Three and with so many new complementary pieces in the fold, it’ll be interesting to see how this new comes together.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 16
Austin Reaves Channeling Former Lakers Champion to Mentor Adou Thiero
The Los Angeles Lakers headed into the NBA offseason intent on building around superstar Luka Doncic with younger players and aiming for sustained success in the post-LeBron James era.
Ziaire Williams News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Ziaire Williams Discusses Importance Of Team Rebounding
One area that the Los Angeles Lakers hope to be significantly improved in this season compared to last is their rebounding. Last season’s roster ranked 27th in rebounds per game — 29th in offensive rebounds and 22nd in defensive — and dead last in box outs per game.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 16
Pat Riley loses big on Dodgers' playoff upset
The Los Angeles Dodgers were upset by the Milwaukee Brewers in a four-game sweep in the National League Championship Series. This was a big disappointment to their players, Dodger fans and Riley.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 16
Ex-NBA Player Predicts Lakers Will Finish 6th In West, Behind Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers are aiming to win the NBA championship in 2027, but not many outside the building see them going all the way. In fact, ESPN’s experts predicted the Lakers would be the most disappointing team in 2026-27, and former NBA player Robin Lopez isn’t too high on them either.
Quentin Grimes News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Quentin Grimes Likes That Lakers Have Each Other’s Backs
The Los Angeles Lakers have one preseason game left before they debut their brand new roster in a game that actually counts on Wednesday, Oct. 21. There, they hope to debut Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Ziaire Williams, Matisse Thybulle, Collin Sexton and all of their major offseason acquisitions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 16
Lakers’ JJ Redick Sends Blunt Message About Bronny James Ahead of Roster Cuts
The Los Angeles Lakers are down to the wire in cutting their roster to the maximum of 15 players, with only the preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena left for certain players to prove their worth.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Dalton Knecht & Jericho Sims Swap Discussed With Bucks
The Los Angeles Lakers still have some work to do on their roster before the NBA season officially tips off. By Oct. 19, L.A. must drop from 16 standard contracts to 15.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 16
5 Lakers Newcomers Who Could Have the Biggest Impact in 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers are a vastly different ball club entering the 2026-27 season. The Lakers made drastic roster changes, adding nine new players alone.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Sandro Mamukelashvili Looks Up To Austin Reaves
One of the biggest standouts of the preseason for the Los Angeles Lakers has been Sandro Mamukelashvili. The forward has shown off his all-around game and ability to create both on and off the ball, providing some excellent moments and earning the praise and trust of his teammates.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 16
‘Would make LeBron happy’ – LA Lakers make their stance on Bronny James’ future clear
The Los Angeles Lakers appear ready to keep Bronny James beyond the start of the 2026-27 NBA season after a major update on the second-year guard’s future.
Luka Doncic News / EssentiallySports / October 16
Lakers Surprise Luka Doncic With Special Honor After NBA GMs Deliver Brutal Verdict on His MVP Chances
Right when the NBA world is debating Luka Doncic’s standing in the league right now, one of his most spectacular moments from last season resurfaced in the best way.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 15
Lakers looking to trade Dalton Knecht as roster deadline looms
Dalton Knecht’s opportunity to get his career going may have to come somewhere other than Los Angeles. As Hoops Wire reported Wednesday, league sources say the Lakers are looking to move the third-year wing.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Luka Doncic’s official new weight has been revealed
Luka Doncic continues on his weight loss journey. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar Doncic entered training camp this year at an official listing of 242 pounds, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reported this week.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 16
Bronny James should go to G League in wake of JJ Redick comments
When your father is considered to be one of, if not the greatest player in NBA history, expectations can be hard to live up to.
Walker Kessler News / Yardbarker / October 10
Lakers face instant reality check on expensive Walker Kessler gamble
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.
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