Collin Sexton ignites a shorthanded Lakers victory, scoring 21 points in a 103-87 win over the Clippers on Oct. 28, 2026. With Luka Dončić and Ziaire Williams out, Sexton’s relentless intensity – highlighted by a dramatic layup, a clutch free‑throw and a viral defensive stare‑down on Cam Christie – fuels a +23 plus‑minus in just 21 minutes off the bench. Coach JJ Redick hails Sexton’s ‘insanity’ and nonstop pressure as the spark the team needed, proving the guard can deliver when the roster is thin.
The Lakers defeat the Clippers at the Intuit Dome on Oct. 28, 2026, despite resting Luka Dončić and several role players. Key performances include Collin Sexton’s 21 points and A‑grade showing, Quentin Grimes’ 23 points and A‑grade, and Matisse Thybulle’s 15‑point effort earning an A. Jake LaRavia rebounds with a B+, Walker Kessler and Jarred Vanderbilt provide solid minutes, while Austin Reaves struggles with a C grade. The article grades each player against expectations, highlighting the depth that helped L.A. secure the win.
The Lakers did not need Luka Doncic to decimate the Clippers on Wednesday night because almost everybody stepped up to the plate.
Collin Sexton had a massive game in the absence of Luka Doncic and made my offseason take about him not being needed look foolish.
The former Luka Doncic teammate had two great outings in the matchups between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers.
The Lakers rode the efficiency from their supporting cast to make up for Luka Doncic's absence to defeat their rival Clippers.
The Lakers rout the Clippers 103-87 at the Intuit Dome despite missing Luka Dončić and Ziaire Williams. A dominant defensive effort forces 24 Clippers turnovers and yields 31 points off the fast break, while the Lakers tally 15 steals and 17 offensive rebounds. Austin Reaves leads L.A. with 16 points, Walker Kessler adds 11 and nine boards, and Collin Sexton bursts for 13 off the bench, sparking a 27-7 run that builds an 18-point halftime lead. Quentin Grimes and Jarred Vanderbilt anchor the defense, helping the purple and gold secure a convincing win on Oct. 28, 2026.
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers were hit with a double whammy prior to their game against the LA Clippers on Wednesday evening when it was announced that both Luka Doncic and Ziaire Williams were ruled out due to injury concerns. With the Lakers needing roster depth, especially in the front-court, head coach JJ […]
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Lakers gives details on missing players on second night of back to back.
The Lakers (3-1) host the Clippers (1-2) at the Intuit Dome on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, with tip‑off at 10:30 PM ET. The game streams live on Fubo (free trial) and airs locally on The CW (KTLA) and ClipperVision. Los Angeles enters after a 136‑129 loss to Portland, despite Luka Doncic’s 41 points, while the Clippers rebound from a 108‑101 defeat to OKC, led by Darius Garland’s 16 points and 11 assists. Both teams aim to swing the early‑season series, making this a must‑watch West Coast showdown.
OKLAHOMA CITY — As the NBA world speculates about what Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti has up his sleeve after long-term injuries sidelined Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, it’s still too early to tell. Ty Jerome has already been linked to the Thunder as a potential reunion. The LA Clippers’ need for assets makes […]
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Los Angeles Clippers forward Rui Hachimura will miss Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers with left quad soreness. The post Clippers Missing Key Forward for Lakers Rematch appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Oklahoma City Thunder confirm that forward Jalen Williams has had successful surgery to repair a fractured left fibula and dislocated ankle, with ligament reconstruction completed. The injury occurred in the fourth quarter of the Thunder's 112-108 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, and he will be re‑evaluated after the 2026‑27 regular season. With Williams sidelined and perimeter defender Cason Wallace out indefinitely due to a torn labrum, Oklahoma City relied on Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain, who started in Monday's victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Injuries to Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard should have the Philadelphia 76ers preparing for the worst but hoping for the best.
As the NBA world continues to speculate Oklahoma City Thunder’s next trade after losing star Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to their respecitve injury issues, did ESPN’s Brian Windhorst tease a potential move for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome? In his first game since Williams and Wallace went down against the LA Clippers, Ajay Mitchell […]
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The latest update reveals why Luka Doncic will miss the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night.
The Los Angeles Lakers are on the second night of a back-to-back as the travel across town to take on the LA Clippers, and they will be without multiple players including MVP candidate Luka Doncic who was diagnosed with back tightness. In perhaps a related move, the Lakers made a roster swap on Wednesday afternoon […]
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The Lakers fell to a 136‑point loss against the Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 27, posting a 132.0 defensive rating — the fourth‑worst of the 2026‑27 season. Center Walker Kessler takes ownership, saying he didn’t set the defensive tone and struggled with pick‑and‑roll rotations. Coach JJ Redick echoes the concerns, noting poor discipline and broken schemes. Despite scoring nearly 130 points, the Lakers’ defense couldn’t contain the league‑best offense, and they head into a back‑to‑back matchup with the Clippers, whose 20th‑ranked attack offers a chance to bounce back. Follow reporter Jackson on Twitter @jackfrank_jjf.
The Los Angeles Lakers will miss Luka Dončić in their back‑to‑back game against the Clippers on October 28 due to back tightness, marking his first missed game of the season. Ziaire Williams also sits out with left‑foot soreness, while Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr remain unavailable. The injuries come amid a grueling five‑games‑in‑seven‑nights stretch, prompting the team to err on the side of caution. Coaches stress there is no long‑term concern for Dončić, and Carr continues rehab assignments, with Thiero still shut down for the opening week.
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without superstar Luka Doncic on Wednesday, October 28th, as the guard deals with back tightness. The post Lakers Lose Luka Doncic for Clippers Game on Second Night of Back-to-Back appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Los Angeles Lakers visit the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 28, at 10:30 PM ET.
After the Knicks clinched their first title in 53 years, NBA X/Twitter star World Wide Wob (real name Rob Perez) quits his million‑follower account. In a Front Office Sports interview, Perez cites the Knicks’ win, X’s shift to a For‑You feed, turnover in X’s sports team, and low creator payouts as reasons for his burnout after 15 years of nonstop content. At 39, he feels financially secure and plans to post NBA bits on Threads, cover LA police chases on Twitch, and run merch sales. He also weighed in on the Lakers’ fire sale and the Clippers’ cap‑circumvention penalties, noting the impact on owners like Jeanie Buss and Steve Ballmer.
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night, and the team didn’t get good news following the contest on Wednesday. Star guard Luka Doncic has been ruled out for Wednesday night’s game against the LA Clippers, the second night of a […]
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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell led his team to a 125-114 win over the Phoenix Suns. One day earlier, Cason Wallace suffered a torn left shoulder against the LA Clippers, and it got worse. Jalen Williams was carted off the court with a torn fibula and a dislocated left ankle. In the […]
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Ziaire Williams defends a flopping technical he received during the Lakers’ 136-129 loss to Portland on Oct. 25, arguing the forearm contact from Deni Avdija forced him backward. The NBA fined him $2,000 for a similar incident against Utah the previous night, marking the league’s heightened focus on flopping for 2026‑27. Williams maintains he didn’t flop, saying he only used his arms to stay upright. Despite the controversy, he’s off to a strong start with Los Angeles, averaging 11.3 points, 3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.5 steals in four games while shooting 69.2% inside and 46.7% from three. The Lakers hope he can avoid further calls as they face the Clippers on Wednesday.