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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers were able to get into the win column on Friday night after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves, 128-110. While much of the postgame focus was on Luka Doncic’s franchise record-setting night, a huge part of the win was the increased aggressiveness of Deandre Ayton, especially in the second half of the game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

Why Lakers’ Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton already share strong bond

The Los Angeles Lakers are still finding chemistry with the new players on their team, and it looks like things are coming along easily. For Deandre Ayton, he has some familiar faces that he knows on the team, one of whom includes Rui Hachimura from some time ago.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Rui Hachimura makes eye-opening admission about Lakers’ chemistry

LOS ANGELES – During the preseason, the Los Angeles Lakers had their full lineup, minus LeBron James, for all of one games, and that was the final preseason game of their schedule.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 22

Rui Hachimura: Lakers Still Trying To ‘Figure Out Our Rhythm’ After Lack Of Preseason Reps

Rui Hachimura has grown into an extremely important role player for the Los Angeles Lakers since being acquired back in 2022. In the Lakers’ season opener against the Golden State Warriors, the bruising forward was solid, if not unspectacular, as he finished with nine points, four rebounds and three assists in the 10-point loss.

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The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 22

Rui Hachimura Finds Perfect Excuse For Lakers’ Loss Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers start the 2025-26 season on a low note after suffering a crushing 119-109 loss against the Golden State Warriors. While the team’s performance itself was concerning, garnering heated reactions from fans, Lakers forward Rui Hachimura appeared to be undeterred by the result.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 21

Rui Hachimura Focused On Helping Team Win Amidst Contract Uncertainty

There has already been a lot of discussion regarding Austin Reaves becoming a free agent at the end of this season and how much money he could command on the open market.

Rui Hachimura Marvels At Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani’s ‘Crazy’ Performance

While the Los Angeles Lakers begin the 2025-26 season this week, the sports world can’t stop talking about Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 16

Rui Hachimura on what he has noticed most about Deandre Ayton

Deandre Ayton is expected to have a stellar debut season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite his early struggles, Deandre Ayton has started to gel with his Los Angeles Lakers teammates during the NBA preseason.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

JJ Redick claims Rui Hachimura is even better than LeBron James and Luka Doncic at one key thing

JJ Redick has really admired what Rui Hachimura has been able to do, calling him one of the best in the league at a specific skill. For all the talk of LeBron James, Luka Doncic, or even Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers will be heavily reliant on Rui Hachimura next season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Rui Hachimura highlights Deandre Ayton’s impact on offense

LOS ANGELES – Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ disappointing playoff flameout in the opening round last season, it was painfully obvious that their most glaring offseason need was a starting caliber center.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14

Lakers Preseason: Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt & Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes have been ruled out of Tuesday night’s preseason game against the Phoenix Suns.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 14

Rui Hachimura Discusses How Role Changes With LeBron James Out

The Los Angeles Lakers will be without superstar LeBron James to begin the season due to sciatica on his right side, which means other players like Rui Hachimura will need to step up in his absence to keep pace in a loaded Western Conference.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 13

Lakers Preseason Highlights: Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura & Deandre Ayton Lead Way Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers had a week of practice after dropping their first two preseason games, and that showed when they took the floor on Sunday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 9

JJ Redick wants Rui Hachimura to be more aggressive this season

What does Rui Hachimura have to do to be his best for the Lakers? We’ve seen different ways he’s found success in Los Angeles. During the 2022-23 season, he joined the Lakers at the trade deadline and helped LA go on a run to the Western Conference Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 8

Rui Hachimura shares LeBron James’ reaction to questions about his NBA Future

LeBron James sparked plenty of speculation over his future with talk of a ‘Second Decision’ following the LA Lakers’ playoff exit. The Lakers were knocked out in the first round by the Denver Nuggets.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Rui Hachimura Opens Up on Chemistry With Luka Doncic as Lakers Locker Room Receives Unique Surprise

This season feels like it’s the real start for Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers. After joining the LA side in a blockbuster mid-season trade, he has spent months trying to fit into the JJ Redick-led system, while bonding with his new teammates.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 7

Rui Hachimura reveals how LeBron James responded when he texted him about his future

LeBron James left everyone wondering whether or not he was going to retire with his ‘Second Decision’ looming. LeBron James announced on his social media channels that he was going to make the ‘decision of all decisions.’ The ‘Second Decision’ played off the original ‘The Decision’ announcement James made in 2010 when he joined the Miami Heat.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Unfair Rui Hachimura Treatment Highlighted as JJ Redick’s Excuses Fall Flat After Lakers’ Second Defeat

Preseason stats may not officially count, but the impressions they leave are telling. The LA Lakers’ back-to-back losses have raised questions about their overreliance on star players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4

Austin Reaves, RJ Davis & Rui Hachimura Lead Scoring In Preseason Loss To Suns

After several months of anticipation, the Los Angeles Lakers were back on the floor for preseason action. The Lakers hosted the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, though fans in attendance missed out on several of the regulars who sat out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 2

Lakers' Rui Hachimura Addresses Possible Bench Demotion

After losing in the first round of the playoffs last season, the Los Angeles Lakers made some moves to improve their starting lineup. They needed to have a better starting center and better perimeter defenders.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 2

Lakers' major starting lineup decision could backfire

The Lakers are unlikely to start a former Defensive Player of the Year to kick off the 2025-26 season.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Lakers' starting five for the 2025-26 season is revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers have a few new faces this season but apparently only one new starter.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / September 30

Insider Confirms Lakers’ Rui Hachimura Trade Plan as 3 Stars Face Uncertain Future

The Los Angeles Lakers have four of the five starting spots locked in with LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Deandre Ayton, but the fifth? That’s where the questions start.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 16

Lakers not expected to extend Rui Hachimura before camp

Rui Hachimura is eligible for a contract extension, but the Lakers are not expected to move on one before training camp tips off next month. That comes from Jovan Buha, who discussed the situation on his latest Buha’s Block podcast.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Report: Lakers are unlikely to extend one player

The Los Angeles Lakers are apparently getting more picky about their long-term cap situation.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 20

How will Lakers build around Luka Doncic this offseason?

The Lakers already made their big move of the year by trading for Luka Doncic mid-season. Now, after a five-game playoff run that ended with a loss to the Timberwolves, the team has to figure out how to build the team around him, writes Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron (Substack link).