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NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 1
Dillon Brooks Calls Luka Doncic Hardest Player To Guard
Dillon Brooks is having a career year for the Phoenix Suns. The league-wide pest had developed a similar reputation to Patrick Beverley in recent years with the Houston Rockets, but after being traded to the Suns, he has become a legitimate scorer while staying a pest for his biggest foes, like Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers.
The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / EasySportz / February 1
Los Angeles Lakers at New York Knicks — Madison Square Garden
A marquee matchup headlines Sunday night in New York as the Lakers visit the Knicks in a clash between two conference contenders. Los Angeles arrives powered
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 1
LeBron James Loves ‘Everything About’ Luka Doncic
Now over the halfway point of the NBA season, LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers remains in question, and perhaps even retirement is on the table.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / February 1
Jaxson Hayes Nearing Completion Of Slovenian Citizenship
Since arriving in Los Angeles and playing for the Lakers, Luka Doncic has formed nice chemistry with center Jaxson Hayes. After not adding a starting caliber at last year’s deadline, Doncic quickly developed a connection with Hayes, specifically with lobs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 1
LeBron James Trying To ‘Squeeze Out’ Whatever’s Left In His Game
At 41 years old, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is the oldest player in the NBA but he also remains one of its best. Although James started the 2025-26 season late due to an offseason injury, he’s looked more like himself in recent weeks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 1
Suns' Dillon Brooks labels LeBron James the most overrated NBA player
The history between these two goes back to the 2022-23 NBA playoffs, when Brooks was still in Memphis.
Keon Ellis News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 31
Lakers trade targets Keon Ellis, De’Andre Hunter dealt for one another 
There are just a few certainties in this world. Death, taxes and no one understanding what the Kings are doing. On Saturday night, the Kings, Cavs and Bulls completed a three-team trade that involved two Lakers trade targets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 1
Lakers Hit With Massive Blow After De’Andre Hunter & Top Trade Target Slip Away
The Lakers search for a dependable three-and-D wing. As GM Rob Pelinka took a step back in bringing in De’Andre Hunter, the Cleveland Cavaliers were quick to find another solution.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 31
Luka Doncic Already Changing Lakers’ Outlook in NBA Free Agency
With the end of the LeBron James era of the Los Angeles Lakers drawing near, as many expected both sides to part ways after the 2025-26 NBA season, the team will build around superstar guard and new face of the franchise, Luka Doncic, for the foreseeable future.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 1
Lakers Step Back From $48M Trade Negotiation as Insider Reveals Required Deal-Breaker
The Los Angeles Lakers should be busy this trade deadline. The team is looking to improve its supporting cast to address defensive needs while also adding more offensive pieces next to the star trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James.
De'Andre Hunter News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 31
Concerning Update Surfaces About Lakers' Trade Interest in De'Andre Hunter
With the NBA trade deadline being less than a week away on Feb. 5, rumors about the Los Angeles Lakers and the team's intentions on the trade market have started to ramp up, especially when it comes to De'Andre Hunter of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Kylor Kelley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 31
Kylor Kelley’s G League journey to the NBA
With the expansion of the G League over time, NBA teams have used it as talent pool for two-way contracts and 10-day contracts. Last year, Kylor Kelley got his first taste of the NBA regular season after turning a strong stint in the G League with the South Bay Lakers into a two-way deal with the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / January 31
The Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'City of Champions' Honors Lakers Arena
Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant won all five of his NBA Championships with the Los Angeles Lakers in the Staples Center. But Bryant started his legendary career playing his home games in the Great Western Forum.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / January 31
Lakers Fans Can Breathe Sigh of Relief Over De’Andre Hunter Rumors
After a day of mock trades and jersey swaps, it seems reports of De’Andre Hunter coming to the Lakers were greatly exaggerated. In his “Saturday Morning
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 31
Lakers Legend Demands Shaquille O’Neal Treatment for Star That JJ Redick No Longer Trusts
For Deandre Ayton, the debate around his future in Los Angeles has intensified. After that, no team would want him! Everything boils down to DA’s low-impact presence on the floor.
Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31
Bronny James had road crowd electrified with his garbage time dunk
Bronny James thrilled fans with some high-flying garbage time fun in the nation’s capital. The Los Angeles Lakers guard got some burn late in his team’s blowout win over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / January 31
Luka Doncic accomplishes feat no other Lakers player has ever done
Aside from Doncic's dominance, it is a huge win for the 29-18 Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 29
Lakers’ Austin Reaves nearing return after 5-week injury absence
The Los Angeles Lakers are approaching the NBA trade deadline in search of some more pieces to bolster the roster. However, the Lakers are very close to getting starting guard Austin Reaves back on the floor.
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