Rui Hachimura returns to Crypto.com Arena on Oct. 23, 2026 as a Clipper after three‑and‑a‑half years with the Lakers. The former Laker lights up the court with 16 points, hitting open threes and mid‑range jumpers, while teammates Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić share playful banter about their past locker‑room chemistry. Hachimura praises his former team, noting the good vibes and friendships that remain, and looks forward to more cross‑city matchups now that he stays in the same division. The game highlights a friendly reunion and hints at future on‑court sparks between the rivals.
It's only the first week of the NBA season and LeBron is already hurt.
Luka Doncic wishes to be a Laker for the rest of his career.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Los Angeles Clippers forward Rui Hachimura had plenty of fun in their reunion on Friday. The post Luka Doncic and Rui Hachimura Exchange Friendly Trash Talk in Reunion appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Raptors limited Anthony Davis in a way they hadn’t been able to for quite some time.
Three games into the 2026‑27 season, LeBron James proves he can still be a versatile glue for the Philadelphia 76ers, posting near‑triple‑double lines (14‑9‑7 vs. the Knicks, 17‑10‑5 vs. the Cavaliers) as the team opens 2‑0. Yet the 22‑time All‑Star is already sidelined with lower‑back sciatica, missing the upcoming Bucks game, highlighting the risk of relying on a 41‑year‑old on a bargain contract. With Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and newly‑acquired Jaylen Brown anchoring a championship‑type roster, the 76ers must prepare backups for James or face costly gaps later in the season.
Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg doubles down on his critique of Lakers star Luka Doncic, saying “he’s not Michael Jordan” during a locker‑room interview before Golden State’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Lendeborg admits his earlier trash talk—spurred by a 127‑105 season‑opening loss to the Lakers—may have gone too far, but he refuses to back down. The feud adds spice to the upcoming Warriors‑Lakers rematch next week. Meanwhile, the Warriors sit 0‑2 heading into Saturday’s 7 p.m. PT contest with the Suns, seeking their first win of the 2026‑27 season.
Rui Hachimura brushed off Luka Doncic’s trash talk after facing his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate on Friday night. The Los Angeles Clippers forward, who joined the Clippers after leaving the Lakers, made it clear that their on-court exchange did not affect his respect for Doncic. Speaking after the matchup, Hachimura explained that Doncic was […]
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Luka Doncic has been waiting for the Los Angeles Lakers to get him a rim protector, and Walker Kessler is already proving to be elite at that.
Rui Hachimura faces his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers, for the first time since leaving in free agency to join the Clippers. The 28‑year‑old posted 16 points, six rebounds and two steals in a 125‑117 Clippers loss, but says he cherished the warm reception from ex‑teammates and coaches. Hachimura, who signed a two‑year, $28 million deal (with a $14 million option) with LA, also recapped playful trash‑talk with Luka Dončić, who joked about missing him despite a light‑hearted post‑game interview. The two will meet again when the Lakers visit the Clippers next Wednesday, the second of four Pacific Division clashes this season.
Weeks before the season, JJ Redick spoke about the Lakers’ plan behind Walker Kessler. Now, two games in, Kessler has played like a player who cannot come off the floor, and the fans have taken notice. “We’re gonna have to play backup five minutes with (Kevon) Looney as the traditional (center),” he told ESPN LA. […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers finally got Collin Sexton on the floor, and he made an immediate impact despite the expected rust.
The Warriors face a back‑to‑back showdown Saturday vs. the Suns without their starting backcourt. Brandin Podziemski hurt his back during Friday’s 111‑108 loss to Memphis and will likely sit, while Stephen Curry, after dropping 24 points, says he’ll probably miss the game. Expect De’Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II to log heavy minutes. Coach Steve Kerr blames eight mishaps and illegal screens for the collapse against the Grizzlies. Meanwhile, Al Horford warns that Kristaps Porzingis’ indefinite absence forces Draymond Green, himself and young prospects like Graham Ike and Charles Bassey to step up. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg vows to keep his trash‑talking antics alive after a verbal spat with Luka Doncic.
The Lakers have started strong this season, but need to upgrade their backup center spot because Sandro Mamukelashvili and Kevon Looney can't guard.
Luka Doncic acknowledged he has plenty of room to improve after the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, despite his 23-point performance and a career-high 11 turnovers. The Lakers improved to 2-0, with Austin Reaves scoring 28 points and Walker Kessler adding 22 points and six blocks. Doncic said […]
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Walker Kessler said he is thankful to be healthy and back on the court after helping the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, improving to 2-0 to begin the season. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds, six blocks and three steals, continuing his strong start after scoring 25 […]
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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Walker Kessler’s defensive impact and discussed the team’s turnover problems after Friday’s 125-117 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds and six blocks as the Lakers improved to 2-0. Redick highlighted the center’s activity around the rim and his ability to […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers clawed out an ugly 125-117 win over the LA Clippers despite a rough offensive performance from Luka Doncic.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg isn't backing down from his comments about Luka Dončić after the Los Angeles Lakers' season-opening victory on Wednesday.
Lakers come out on top in a weird, at times ugly, but still fun game
Luka Doncic showered praise on Walker Kessler for a dominant start to life as a Laker.
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s competitiveness but criticized his focus on individual defensive statistics following the team’s blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Lendeborg exchanged words with Luka Doncic during Wednesday’s season opener and later claimed he had “lost all respect” for the Lakers superstar because of his […]
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The Dallas Mavericks reportedly attempted to damage Luka Doncic’s reputation following their controversial decision to trade the Slovenian superstar to the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2025. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, Dallas conducted a smear campaign aimed at justifying the blockbuster trade, which shocked the NBA and ended Doncic’s tenure with the franchise. […]
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Ziare williams has had a strong start to his Lakers tenure because of his ability to process the game and make quick decisions.
The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 2-0 with a 125-117 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night, as Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler combined for 73 points at Crypto.com Arena. Reaves led the Lakers with 28 points and nine assists, shooting 10-for-13 from the field and 3-for-5 from three-point range. Kessler […]
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