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Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Lakers Notes: Game 4 Loss, Hayes, Finney-Smith, Doncic, LeBron

Coach J.J. Redick made two bold strategic moves that nearly led the Lakers to a Game 4 victory in Minnesota, writes Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Redick decided to replace center Jaxson Hayes with Dorian Finney-Smith for the start of the third quarter, and he used the same five players for the entire second half.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 27

JJ Redick’s actions on Jaxson Hayes spoke volumes, LA Lakers coach makes desperate decision in defeat

LA Lakers head coach JJ Redick decided to pivot quickly during Game 4, amid his team’s lack of size. The decision to rescind the Mark Williams trade is short-term harming the LA Lakers, due to the team’s lack of a starting center.

Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / April 27

Los Angeles Lakers Stick With Controversial Starting Lineup For Game 4 Vs. Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers’ frontcourt situation, particularly at center, remains a key point of discussion as they navigate their playoff series. Despite starting Jaxson Hayes in the first three games, head coach JJ Redick has largely opted for smaller lineups, limiting Hayes’s minutes (under nine per game).

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 26

JJ Redick has interesting response when asked if Jaxson Hayes faces axe as LA Lakers starter

JJ Redick was asked about a starter on the LA Lakers after the team suffered a 104-116 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Luka Doncic not being able to play at his best due to a stomach bug, it was LeBron James who stepped up for the team with 38 points on the night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 26

JJ Redick Still Believes In Jaxson Hayes But Doesn’t Rule Out Benching Him

The Los Angeles Lakers’ weakness in the frontcourt is well known as Jaxson Hayes is the team’s lone true center. But he has yet to make much of an impact in this playoff series so far, averaging under nine minutes per game with head coach JJ Redick preferring to go small for the majority of the time.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 26

Lakers' lack of rim protection costs them in Game 3 vs. Timberwolves

The Lakers' lack of size and rim protection has been a glaring weakness ever since they traded Anthony Davis. Those issues were more prevalent than ever in their Game 3 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Watch: Anthony Edwards throws down monster dunk over Jaxson Hayes

Anthony Edwards on Tuesday added Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes to his growing list of victims at the rim.

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 21

Jaden McDaniels Feels He Can Attack Rim When Jaxson Hayes Is Not On Floor For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers actually did a decent job defending Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards in Game 1 of their playoff series. But their focus on him allowed for Jaden McDaniels to have huge game himself in the Timberwolves’ dominant victory.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels reveals how Minnesota dominated Lakers without Jaxson Hayes

Heading into Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the biggest questions surrounding the game was how the Minnesota Timberwolves would operate in the minutes when JJ Redick doesn’t have a true center on the court.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Jaxson Hayes Sends Blunt Rudy Gobert Message Before NBA Playoffs

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, center Jaxson Hayes isn’t shying away from the challenge of matching up against Rudy Gobert.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 18

Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes dismisses primary matchup against 4x DPOY, ‘he’s not my main focus’

Jaxson Hayes isn’t worried about the best defender on the Minnesota Timberwolves. The first-round matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves will likely turn out to be an entertaining series.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 18

Jaxson Hayes Discusses Keys To Matchup With Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert

The Los Angeles Lakers begin their NBA playoff journey on Saturday night when they face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the No. 3 vs. No. 6 first round matchup.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Lakers' Doncic, Hayes Send Clear Messages on Gobert Ahead of Timberwolves Series

The new-look Los Angeles Lakers will open their first playoff run since acquiring Luka Doncic against the Minnesota Timberwolves in L.A. on Saturday, April 19.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / April 9

Milwaukee Bucks: Veteran Big Man Labeled as 'Tier 1 Free Agent' in Upcoming Offseason

While the Milwaukee Bucks are looking to close out their season strong in 2025, some are already looking ahead to the offseason. The Bucks have a few free

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 3

Jaxson Hayes Views Rest Of Season As ‘Opportunity’ For Himself

Coming into his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers, there wasn’t much expectation for Jaxson Hayes aside from being an energy big man off the bench.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 30

Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes Plans Must Involve Atlanta Hawks Big

The Los Angeles Lakers aimed to secure a new starting center at the trade deadline. They traded Anthony Davis to the Mavericks for Luka Dončić, hoping to reshape their roster.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 25

Jaxson Hayes’ Potential Exit Makes Lakers’ Need for a Center Clearer

The Los Angeles Lakers have been in a bit of a rut over the last week and a half. Injuries and poor defensive play have certainly derailed them. That combination has not been great for the Lakers, resulting in their 3-7 record over their last 10 games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 18

Jaxson Hayes Expected to Have Strong Market in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers were hoping to get a new starting center at the trade deadline when they went ahead and traded Anthony Davis to the Mavericks for Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / March 17

Lakers receive quick boost from Jaxson Hayes, still expected to pursue center in offseason

The Lakers received a boost on Sunday with the return of center Jaxson Hayes, who had missed their four-game road trip due to a bruised right knee. Hayes, who tied his season-high with 19 points, shot 8-of-10 from the field.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 17

Luka Doncic has unlocked Jaxson Hayes, who is grateful

Entering the season's final leg, Hayes has gone from an afterthought to a key cog in the Lakers rotation.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 8

Jaxson Hayes Has Shown Incredible Analytic Production Jump This Season

The Los Angeles Lakers are playing some of the best basketball in the NBA. They have now won eight games in a row and 14 of their last 16 games. That kind of run was not expected from this team, even after acquiring Luka Doncic.