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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Lakers Nation / October 16
LeBron James Targeting Mid-November Return
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without superstar LeBron James to begin the season as it was recently announced he will miss the first Opening Night of his career due to sciatica on his right side.
Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / October 16
Arenas Thinks Luka Doncic is Headed for a 25-26 MVP campaign
The Los Angeles Lakers have a significant campaign coming up in the 2025-26 NBA season. They still have the superstar duo of Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the charge.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 16
JJ Redick lays out expectations on defense for Lakers stars that Austin Reaves is already ‘great’ at
JJ Redick has set the tone for the LA Lakers on the defensive end, and so far, Austin Reaves has set the bar. The Los Angeles Lakers have set some big goals for themselves this season, as they look to capitalize on the pairing of Luka Doncic and LeBron James.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 16
Lakers Coach Makes Cooper Flagg Admission After 27-Point Loss to Mavs
Cooper Flagg scored 13 points in Dallas' 121-94 preseason win over the Lakers. JJ Redick praised Flagg: “Cooper’s his own special player…such a good feel for the game.” Flagg seen as Dallas’ future star amid post-Luka Doncic expectations.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 16
Lakers Announce Jarred Vanderbilt Update After Leaving Mavs Game
Jarred Vanderbilt exited early with a left quad contusion after a collision with Dereck Lively II. Lakers lost 121-94 to the Mavericks; LeBron James sat out with a nerve injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 16
Luka Doncic reacts to teammate's concerns about his 'crazy' shot selection
It's hard to think of a player who has taken and made more "trick shots" in the 2020s than Doncic.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 16
Lakers accused of tarnishing Russell Westbrook's legacy
The two-time scoring champion was forced to take a lesser role during his one-and-a-half-year stint with the team between 2021 and 2023.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 16
JJ Redick Coldly Shuts Down Grant Hill Comparisons For Cooper Flagg: 'He Doesn’t Really Remind Me Of Anybody'
Cooper Flagg is one of the most promising prospects in a long time. The 18-year-old has been hyped up as the next big superstar in the NBA, and the Dallas Mavericks are pinning their hopes and future on him.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16
Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis grab attention with big moment after Lakers-Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers had no answer for the Dallas Mavericks in the fourth quarter on Wednesday and absorbed another loss in the preseason, 121-94, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 16
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Mavericks 
Even for preseason, the Lakers and Mavericks put on a lackluster display of basketball in Las Vegas on Wednesday. With Los Angeles missing starters like Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić, they couldn’t use a rotation of NBA players for the full 48 minutes.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Gabe Vincent Comes Out Hot But Shorthanded Lakers Fall To Mavericks In Las Vegas Preseason Game
Back-to-backs are rare in the preseason, but the Los Angeles Lakers had one this week. After losing to the Phoenix Suns on the road on Tuesday night, the Lakers were back in action on Wednesday, taking on the Dallas Mavericks at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / October 16
Lakers targeting mid-November for LeBron James return
LeBron James won’t be on the floor when the Lakers open the season, but his return may not be too far off. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Los Angeles is targeting mid-November for James’ season debut as he continues to rehab from sciatica on his left side.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / October 16
Jarred Vanderbilt Ruled Out Of Mavericks Game With Left Quad Contusion
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been ruled out of the second half of Wednesday’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks due to a left quad contusion.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / October 15
'Going Crazy Right Now': LeBron James Reacts As Lakers Player Drops 18 Points In Just Over 4 Minutes Against Mavericks
The Lakers are currently facing the Mavericks in their second-to-last preseason game. Gabe Vincent has started the first quarter with an absolute outburst within the first five minutes of the game.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health
LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 15
Mavericks Vs. Lakers: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves & Others Out, Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt & Others Return To Lineup
The Los Angeles Lakers have ruled out Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and Bronny James (ankle sprain) for Wednesday’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks in Las Vegas.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15
New-look Luka Doncic may turn Lakers into true title contenders
Luka Doncic didn’t just come back thinner — he came back transformed.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 15
Former NBA Guard Doesn’t Hold Back in Austin Reaves Disrespect
Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves will enter the biggest season of his career. Reaves will enter the fifth season of his career and will look
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 15
Lakers' Final Starting Lineup Spot Seemingly Down to 2 Players, Says Insider
Because star forward LeBron James is expected to miss the first two to three weeks of the regular season with sciatica, the Lakers' starting five is up in the air with just days before the beginning of the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 15
Luka Doncic Makes a Hilarious Quip About Coach JJ Redick
The Los Angeles Lakers are a hot topic of NBA conversation as the regular season draws ever closer. Luka Doncic is now ready to pilot the ship in his first full season after signing a contract extension this summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 15
Lakers are predicted to be mediocre by analytical models
Veteran star LeBron James has yet to be cleared for full-contact practice ahead of the start of the season.
Adou Thiero News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Lakers Offer Promising Update on High-Flying Rookie
Los Angeles Lakers fans hoped to see this year’s second-round pick, Adou Thiero, take the floor in Summer League and preseason, especially after scouting reports touted his athleticism and defense.
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