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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 21
Stephen A. Smith's Daughter Says She Had A Crush On Bryce James Before The 'Awkward' Beef
Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James do not share an amicable relationship. Yet, his daughter seems to have a soft spot in her heart for his family. Specifically, for his younger son, Bryce James. The high school senior recently appeared on her father's podcast, "The Stephen A.
Luka Doncic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 20
Luka Doncic draws wild can kill anyone’ take from Clippers guard
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is representing his home country of Slovenia well. Recently, a group of Laker fans marveled at his presence at a Slovenian gas station. Also, it’s worth noting that he is playing for the Slovenian national team in the EuroBasket tournament.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 20
Former Lakers Legend, NBA Hall of Famer to Compete in Celebrity Boxing Match
Los Angeles Lakers legend and NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to compete in a celebrity boxing match. The date and time of the match has not been revealed but the opponent called O’Neal out himself in a video posted by Celebrity Boxing on Monday.
The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 20
'I Don’t Think It’s In the Same Class' – Los Angeles Lakers’ Defense is a Concern, According to NBA Analyst
The Los Angeles Lakers added capable scorers to their roster to complement stars like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. They added Deandre Ayton, an offensive-minded center who’s expected to fit well with both James and Doncic.
Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 20
Former Lakers Guard Predicts Breakout Year From Marcus Smart This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to bring in Marcus Smart to help with the perimeter defense. That was the biggest issue that they had during the playoffs against the Timberwolves.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 20
Dennis Rodman Names James Worthy As Toughest Player He Had To Guard
While the Boston Celtics will forever be the biggest rival of the Los Angeles Lakers, the franchise also developed a deep rivalry with the Detroit Pistons in the late 1980s.
NBA News / The SportsRush / August 20
'Same Size as Ben Wallace': Paul Pierce Explains Why LeBron James Wouldn’t Have Been a Guard in the 1990s
No matter where LeBron James has played, he has dominated the competition. Even at 40 years old, he continues to impose his will in the NBA unlike any other player in history.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 20
ESPN To Televise Lakers Preseason Games Against Warriors & Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers remain the premier franchise in the NBA and the recent schedule release provided more proof of that. Being led by Luka Doncic and LeBron James certainly helps things but regardless, the Lakers are tied for the most national TV appearances in the 2025-26 season with 34.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 20
Lakers Buy or Sell: Offseason moves fall short of title contention with Luka Doncic, LeBron James
All that matters to the Los Angeles Lakers and their fans is winning championships. When the Lakers made the move to trade Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic in February, a deal that sent shockwaves through the league, Los Angeles did so with the mindset of competing for titles in the years after LeBron James ultimately retires.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 20
Lakers Assistant Greg St. Jean: Luka Doncic’s Fitness Is Still ‘Work In Progress’
One of the biggest stories of the NBA offseason has been the physical transformation of Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic. The guard has put in a ton of work this summer and is noticeably slimmer as he heads into his first full season with the franchise.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 20
Lakers Star Seen as 'Surefire' First Trade Chip in Possible Giannis Antetokounmpo Deal
A key Los Angeles Lakers star player is considered a "surefire" possible trade chip to land nine-time All-NBA Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Dirk Nowitzki Reveals First Reaction to Luka Doncic-Lakers Trade
When the monumental trade of Luka Doncic from the Mavericks to the Lakers went down back in February, legendary Dallas forward Dirk Nowitzki was on the road.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 20
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Ends Injury Concern, Rob Pelinka Reveals Comp for Rookie, More
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic put injury concerns to rest after having an amazing performance on Tuesday for Slovenia. Doncic suffered a right knee contusion on Saturday, raising concerns since NBA training camps are coming up, but he played on Tuesday and looked as good as ever.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 20
‘Peak LeBron’… Paul Pierce picks out best version of Lakers’ superstar, could not believe how fast he was
Paul Pierce pointed to the best version of LeBron James that had him worried every time they shared the court. It becomes easy to forget, given how he is still playing at a superstar level, but LeBron James has been in the NBA for over 20 years.
Gabe Vincent News / Lakers Nation / August 20
2024-2025 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Gabe Vincent
Coming off a 2023 NBA Finals appearance with the Miami Heat, Gabe Vincent became a free agent target for the Los Angeles Lakers due to his impressive playoff play.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 20
Casper Ruud shares hot take regarding Novak Djokovic, LeBron James
If there were a Mt. Rushmore of the greatest athletes of the 21st century, Novak Djokovic and LeBron James would be front and center.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 20
Udonis Haslem Throws Shade At NBA Players Who Think They Have Mamba Mentality
Miami Heat rookie Kasparas Jakucionis appeared on the latest episode of The OGs show, where he spoke about his admiration for Kobe Bryant and the Mamba Mentality.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 20
Shaquille O'Neal makes peace with longtime enemy — mostly
The two Hall of Fame centers had sparred for years.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 19
Luka Doncic Dominates In Slovenia Exhibition Win Over Great Britain
The Los Angeles Lakers and basketball fans everywhere collectively held their breath when superstar Luka Doncic went down with an apparent knee injury on Saturday during Slovenia’s exhibition contest with Latvia.
LeBron James News / Sneakers on SI / August 19
Fit for a King: LeBron James Teases All-Gold Nike LeBron 23
Despite it being the dog days of summer in the middle of a long NBA offseason, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James continues to excite fans with new footwear stories.
Julius Erving News / Fastbreak on SI / August 19
NBA Legend Julius Erving Posts 76ers-Lakers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Photo
Julius Erving played all 11 years of his legendary NBA career for the Philadelphia 76ers. During his second appearance in the NBA Finals (1980), Erving and the 76ers lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / August 19
NBA reporter highlights Lakers’ main roster flaw, says they’re below OKC and Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers have built an impressive squad for the 2025-26 NBA season, but according to one league insider, there are still some areas that could use improvement.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 19
'Seriously Viewed as a Candidate' – Los Angeles Lakers Star Expected to Gain Attention at the Trade Deadline
The 2025-26 NBA trade deadline is set to be one of the most eventful occasions in the league next season. There are a few players who many believe would be part of a potential trade.
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