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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 8
The Lakers are noticing Luka Dončić stepping up on defense this season 
While there were a lot of unfair criticisms lobbied his way, one of the more fair — and persistent — critiques of Luka Dončić has been his defense. Throughout his career, Luka’s defense has come under fire time and time again.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 8
Lakers, Hawks Reveal Starting Lineups for Saturday Game
The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks announced their starting lineups ahead of their matchup on Saturday. Los Angeles have won their last five games despite missing key players throughout, and look to earn another win to close in on the Oklahoma City Thunder's top spot in the Western Conference.
The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz
How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?
Lakers Around the Web
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 8
Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Austin Reaves News After Three Missed Games
The Los Angeles Lakers are on a roll, entering Saturday’s matchup against the Atlanta Hawks riding a five-game winning streak. Their depth around the star trio of Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves has stepped up, which has been necessary with all three missing time with injury early in the season.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / November 8
Exciting news emerges on Lakers center Maxi Kleber
Kleber was acquired from Dallas in February as part of the Luka Doncic trade, but he has yet to appear in a regular-season game with the Lakers.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 8
Lakers vs Hawks Expert Predictions Ahead of First Meeting This Season
Whether or not any of LeBron James, Luka Doncic or sometimes even Austin Reaves are healthy, the Los Angeles Lakers have proven that they can piece together wins this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8
Lakers’ Bronny James reveals 1 facet of game where he’s ‘way better’ compared to rookie season
In his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James has set out to prove himself, demonstrating the strides he’s made from year one to year two.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 8
JJ Redick: Marcus Smart Has Been Quarterback Of Lakers’ Defense
Marcus Smart was a thorn in the Los Angeles Lakers’ side for nearly a decade as a member of the Boston Celtics. However, L.A. jumped on the opportunity of bringing in Smart when the Washington Wizards bought him out during this past offseason.
Austin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / November 8
Is Austin Reaves Playing Tonight? Lakers vs Hawks Injury Report, Where To Watch & More (Nov. 8)
The Los Angeles Lakers open a tough five-game road trip in Atlanta, riding a five-game winning streak despite missing key players. Yet, roster uncertainty continues with LeBron, Luka, and Austin Reaves each sitting out recent games.
Maxi Kleber News / Lakers Nation / November 8
Maxi Kleber Ready For Return To Action
The Los Angeles Lakers have been hit by the injury bug early this season as LeBron James has yet to play while Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have also missed time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 8
Former Lakers Coach Darvin Ham Gets Honest About Why Russell Westbrook Era Failed
Russell Westbrook is an undisputed future Hall of Famer. So why has he become such a passed-over journeyman in his NBA dotage? The 6-foot-4 UCLA product, 36, spent a year-and-a-half with his hometown Los Angeles Lakers, from 2021-22 through a portion of 2022-23, while on a maximum contract.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 8
Kevin Garnett Argues LeBron James Coming Back Won’t Hurt Lakers Offense
No LeBron James? No problem for the Los Angeles Lakers. The purple and gold have catapulted to a 7-2 record despite dealing with a variety of injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 8
Luka Doncic Believes Rui Hachimura Is Having Underrated Season For Lakers
An unsung hero for the Los Angeles Lakers so far this season has been Rui Hachimura, who has been a steady source of offense while holding his own defensively.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 8
JJ Redick: Deandre Ayton Showing He’s Winning Basketball Player With Lakers
A storyline worth monitoring entering the 2025-26 season was Deandre Ayton with the Los Angeles Lakers. After last year, L.A. clearly needed a starting caliber center to pair next to Luka Doncic and general manager Rob Pelinka signed Ayton on a discounted price after he was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / November 8
Luka Doncic Putting More Focus On Defensive End Of Floor
One of the main criticisms throughout the career of Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic has been his defense, namely that he gave very little effort on that end of the floor.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / November 8
Luka Doncic, Lakers embrace challenge vs. short-handed Hawks
Some of the luster will be missing Saturday night when the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Atlanta Hawks in a game that will be contested without two marquee stars.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / November 8
Austin Reaves Development Emerges Amid Third Missed Game for Lakers
Austin Reaves has missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ last two games due to injury, including Wednesday’s hard-fought 118-116 victory against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7
Lakers guard Austin Reaves' injury is more serious than previously thought
Austin Reaves’ injury may not be all that minor.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 7
Lakers' JJ Redick Reveals 'First Person I Called in Free Agency' This Summer
Even without 21-time All-NBA superstar power forward LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a stellar 2025-26 season start. More news:
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 7
Unheralded Lakers pickup could have big impact this season
Nick Smith, Jr. was dumped by the Charlotte Hornets this summer. Now on a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, the 21-year-old could have a big impact this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7
Cristiano Ronaldo takes a savage (and funny) shot at LeBron James
LeBron James is catching an unexpected stray this week from CR7.
Christian Wood News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6
Ex-Lakers center Christian Wood fires at intruders in home invasion
Christian Wood was involved in a very scary incident this week at his Los Angeles-area home.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 6
Lakers slow down, foul out Victor Wembanyama in gritty win
NBA teams have figured out a way to slow down Victor Wembanyama in the past two games.
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