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LeBron James Laments Lakers’ Inability To Close Quarters Vs. Timberwolves

At numerous points during Game 4, the Los Angeles Lakers had leads of at least eight points with the opportunity to push it out further, but were unable to do so.

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Los Angeles Lakers: Luka Doncic Makes Heartwarming Gesture to Community Before Game 5 Vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

Luka Doncic continues to endear himself to the Los Angeles Lakers community after he made a significant monetary contribution to a restoration project.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic partnership for LA Lakers floated on ESPN, mock trade shows how it could work

The Los Angeles Lakers are always listed as a possible landing spot for NBA stars, although adding Giannis Antetokounmpo could prove to be tougher than imagined.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / April 30

JJ Redick blames LeBron James and Luka Doncic’s misses for late Game 4 collapse instead of fatigue

LeBron James and Luka Doncic gave their all in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But JJ Redick‘s Los Angeles Lakers still came up short and now are staring at an early end to their season.

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 30

Luka Dončić Continues To Embrace LA With Mural Move

Luka Dončić has once again proven he’s more than just a basketball star. Luka Dončić recently covered the full $5,000 cost of restoring a vandalized mural honoring Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown LA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / April 30

Los Angeles Lakers Legend Begs the NBA’s Commissioner to Replace the All-Star Game

Former Los Angeles Lakers star Magic Johnson has one wish for Commissioner Adam Silver for the All-Star Game. The 2025 NBA All-Star Game didn’t get the fans’ vote.

J.J. Redick News / Fastbreak on SI / April 29

Lakers Coach JJ Redick Makes Clear Statement Before Game 5

On Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. The Lakers are in a 3-1 hole, so they will need a victory to avoid elimination.

LeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Former Lakers Champ Calls LeBron James GOAT if He Completes Comeback

It may be the hottest and lengthiest sports debate of all time: Who is the GOAT? The Lakers’ LeBron James or the Bulls’ Michael Jordan? Granted, the discussion can become tiring to the point of aggravation.

Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Maxi Kleber Upgraded To Questionable For Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers have released their injury report and upgraded Maxi Kleber (right foot surgery recovery) to questionable for Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Rui Hachimura News / NBA Analysis Network / April 29

Rui Hachimura roasted Minnesota Timberwolves star’s debut for the team, now he’s making Lakers pay

The Los Angeles Lakers are playing against a Minnesota Timberwolves team that have developed greatly over the course of the season. Playoff opponents the LA Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves both saw their seasons turned upside down by unexpected trades.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Timberwolves coach fires back at Lakers' claims about officiating

When teams fall short, it is easy to point the finger at one or two calls that seemingly changed the momentum of the game but ignore the other 47-plus minutes of action.

JJ Redick rips referees for ‘blatant’ missed call after Lakers’ Game 4 loss

Anthony Edwards' ascent to face of the league continues with Game 4 win over Lakers

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Lakers Announce Exciting News Before Game 5 Against Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of elimination. Facing a 3-1 deficit in their first round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers are heading home for Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Wild Prediction Has Lakers' Luka Doncic Leaving LA

The Los Angeles Lakers are close to finishing up their first half season with the current iteration of their squad. Despite being together for only half a season, there are already rumors of potentially breaking up the team.

Kobe Bryant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

Kobe Bryant and Gianna Mural Vandalized in Shocking Act

A mural honoring the NBA and Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, was vandalized in a shocking act on Tuesday. The mural was defaced with graffiti in Downtown Los Angeles.

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / April 29

40-Year-Old LeBron James Is The Best Defensive Player In 2025 Playoffs Based On Advanced Stats

LeBron James is 40 years old, in his 22nd NBA season, and somehow, he’s not just playing elite defense. He’s playing the best defense of anyone in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Lakers Notes: Game 4 Loss, Hayes, Finney-Smith, Doncic, LeBron

Coach J.J. Redick made two bold strategic moves that nearly led the Lakers to a Game 4 victory in Minnesota, writes Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Redick decided to replace center Jaxson Hayes with Dorian Finney-Smith for the start of the third quarter, and he used the same five players for the entire second half.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

'Lifeless' Luka Doncic vindicates Nico Harrison's concerns

Doncic shot 1-of-6 in the fourth quarter and struggled mightily on defense in the Lakers' 116-113 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round on Sunday.

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