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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Lakers Announce Disappointing Marcus Smart Update Before Warriors Game
The month of April has been disastrous for the Los Angeles Lakers. Los Angeles will likely enter the NBA playoffs without its two most important offensive players in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, with both players uncertain to return due to injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 9
Edwin’s Journal: This part is called pain 
Last week, I described the state of the Lakers as happiness. Now, all that remains is despair. That’s what happens when two star players go down in the same game and are out for the rest of the regular season and beyond.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 9
Marcus Smart & Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) and Jaxson Hayes (left foot soreness) are out on Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors.
The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the 30 NBA players to average at least three blocks-per-game for an entire season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 9
Lakers Legend Michael Cooper Excited For ‘Last Coaching Stint’
Los Angeles Lakers legend Michael Cooper has been named the head coach of the Cal State LA Golden Eagles. Cooper has previously served as an assistant there in 2023, but will now take over the NCAA Division II program, replacing Jim Saia who retired after 10 seasons.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / April 9
Lakers add big-ticket courtside seats for playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are making room for more movers and shakers -- and celebrities -- this playoff season. The team announced Thursday the availability of additional floor seats, where Jack Nicholson, Denzel Washington, Will Ferrell, Ice Cube, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kim Kardashian and fellow celebrities have sat for years.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 9
Doctor Warns Lakers' Austin Reaves Oblique Injury Could Get Worse
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a nightmare scenario heading into the playoffs, with Austin Reaves sidelined by a Grade 2 oblique strain, expected to keep him out 4-6 weeks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 9
Why Max Kellerman thinks Cooper Flagg is better than Luka Doncic to win an NBA Championship
Max Kellerman has sparked debate by claiming he would rather build a championship team around Cooper Flagg than Luka Doncic. The comparison between an
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Lakers Announce Change to Arena for NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are struggling with injuries as the playoffs approach. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are out for the remainder of the regular season, and LeBron James missed their home game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday to manage a foot injury, his first absence since early March.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 9
This Day In Lakers History: Luka Doncic Drops 45 Points In Emotional First Return To Dallas
On April 9, 2025, Luka Doncic made his return to Dallas to play against the Mavericks at American Airlines Center for the first time as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / April 9
'He Would’ve Showed Some Humility': Emmanuel Acho Goes Off On JJ Redick for Throwing Active Players Under The Bus Amid Lakers Injury Breakout
The Los Angeles Lakers are in damage-control mode. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves were ruled out for the remainder of the regular season. Both sustained the Lakers’ blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 9
The Lakers’ young shooting star showed flashes of potential vs. Thunder
A shooting star, seen as a symbol of hope and good luck, is actually just a small piece of rock or meteor burning while entering the Earth’s atmosphere.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 9
Bold Predictions for Lakers vs. Warriors: Can LeBron James Win?
The Los Angeles Lakers-Golden State Warriors matchup looks like a straight mismatch on paper. But it is far more complicated than that. LeBron James is set to return after missing the last game with a foot injury, but he does so without Luka Dončić (hamstring), Austin Reaves (oblique), and Jaxson Hayes (foot).
Adou Thiero News / Lakers Nation / April 9
Adou Thiero Sees Opportunity To Earn Postseason Minutes
With the team’s top scorers both out due to injury and the playoffs right around the corner, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is looking for players to step up.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / April 9
Luke Kennard Emphasizes ‘Next Man Up’ As Lakers Injuries Pile Up
The Los Angeles Lakers were on a roll before injuries hit them at the worst possible time as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have both been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season and likely the start of the postseason.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 9
Lakers Coach Finally Loses Patience With Deandre Ayton
JJ Redick has been patient all season. He has run plays for DeAndre Ayton, given him minutes, and publicly backed the big man even as the results failed to show.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 9
Anthony Davis finally addresses if LA Lakers’ 2020 Bubble ring was a real championship
Anthony Davis has opened up about the lingering doubts surrounding the LA Lakers’ 2020 title, admitting that even now he still questions how that championship is perceived.
Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / April 9
Lakers Most Likely To Sign-And-Trade Austin Reaves If There Is No Long-Term Commitment
Austin Reaves is widely regarded as one of the most vital players in the Los Angeles Lakers‘ rotation. Having grown in stature over the last two seasons and asserting himself as a star this year, Reaves has showcased enough potential to be considered a star.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 8
Injury-plagued Lakers look to regroup vs. Warriors
The foundation is crumbling fast around the Los Angeles Lakers, who looked like championship contenders after going 15-2 last month. The Lakers (50-29) now find themselves pressed to find enough healthy players for their next matchup against the host Golden State Warriors (37-42) on Thursday night.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / April 8
Lakers Announce Marcus Smart Injury Update for Warriors Game
It was no surprise that the Los Angeles Lakers suffered another deflating blowout loss on Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 123-87. After all, the Lakers entered the matchup extremely shorthanded.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / April 8
Anthony Davis says he ‘deserved more respect’ from Lakers in Luka Doncic trade
Anthony Davis is still trying to make sense of how things ended with the Los Angeles Lakers. Specifically, how little warning he got. “From the business standpoint I can’t be mad, but like why?” Davis said on Draymond Green‘s podcast, via HoopsHype “Nobody told me nothing.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 8
JJ Redick throws Deandre Ayton under the bus after Lakers' loss
Despite Ayton's glaring physical gifts, his inconsistency on offense and lack of effort on defense have made him a frustrating player to watch for most of his career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 8
Lakers’ fading fast, now face fight to hold home court
The Lakers didn’t have much of a chance. And it showed quickly. Los Angeles ran into the Thunder on Tuesday without Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart and Jaxson Hayes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers hit a brutal stretch last Thursday, and the timing could not be worse. Both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with injuries during a 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 9
Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news
The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with a ticking clock when it comes to Luka Doncic and his injured hamstring.
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