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The Lakers are trying to keep their winning streak going against the Trail Blazers, and they will have a relatively clean bill of health. The post Lakers Rule Out 2 Players Ahead of Trail Blazers Matchup appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Lakers (3-0) host the 2-0 Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 27 at Crypto.com Arena in a back-to-back opener. Los Angeles relies on Luka Dončić’s 52‑point showcase and Austin Reaves’ 29 points, but defensive lapses—52 rebounds allowed and 34 second‑chance points—need fixing. Portland, fresh off a 41‑point win over Phoenix and a clutch victory vs. Sacramento, leans on Damian Lillard’s post‑Achilles form, Ja Morant’s health, and Deni Avdija’s 22‑point, 8.5‑rebond, 5‑assist average. Key injuries: Lakers missing Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero; Blazers out Shaedon Sharpe, with Carlson and Scoot Henderson questionable. The matchup could deliver the first loss for either unbeaten team.
Lakers The Lakers are winning, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are rolling, and the injury report hasn’t changed much. They’ll gladly take two of those three. Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr remain out for Tuesday’s home game against the Trail Blazers, per Ryan Ward of Lakers On SI. Thiero is dealing with swelling in his […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Nets, Cavs, James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. sparks the Sacramento Kings despite a rough start, shooting 32.9% overall and 14.8% from three while averaging 22.3 points in his first three games—a 33‑point debut in the home opener. His 73 shot attempts set a rookie record dating back to 1975‑76, eclipsing Kevin Durant’s 64 in 2007, and give him the team’s highest usage rate (34.0%) and second‑most minutes (36.0 per game). Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns even their record at 1‑1 but still lag in rebounding, and the Valley Suns retain waived two‑way players Koby Brea and CJ Huntley, while undrafted big Rafael Castro is out of the Lakers’ camp.
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson is listed as questionable for Tuesday’s road game against the Los Angeles Lakers due to left ankle soreness, the team announced Monday night. Reserve center Branden Carlson also sits on the questionable list while still in concussion protocol. All three Blazers two‑way contracts are out because of G‑League duties. The Blazers (2‑0) face a 3‑0 Lakers squad at 8 p.m. PDT on October 27, 2026.
The Sacramento Kings say forward Keegan Murray will be reassessed in 10‑14 days after being diagnosed with left ankle capsulitis, which sidelined him against Memphis following soreness in the Portland loss. Second‑year centers Maxime Raynaud (right patellar subluxation) and Dylan Cardwell (left calf strain) also remain out, with Raynaud’s next check in two weeks and Cardwell’s in about a week. Both injuries stem from preseason games (Raynaud on Oct. 10 vs. Golden State, Cardwell on Oct. 8 at the Lakers), opening up minutes for De’Andre Hunter, Precious Achiuwa and Jonathan Mogbo.
Imagine you’re James Worthy in the summer of 1986. A year earlier, you helped the Showtime Lakers beat the Boston Celtics in the Finals for the first time. You expect to spend your career in Los Angeles. Then you turn on the TV. That’s how Worthy learned the Lakers were close to trading him to […] The post “I’mma Bust Somebody’s A**”: James Worthy Recalls Tense Meeting With Dr. Buss After Lakers Nearly Traded Him to Dallas appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a strong start to their 2026-27 regular season campaign, winning all three of their contests thus far. They’ve been able to do so in large part thanks to the stellar play of superstar Luka Doncic. Through the first week of the NBA season, Doncic ranks second in scoring […] The post Draymond Green doubles down on spicy Luka Doncic MVP take appeared first on ClutchPoints .
LeBron James may be the league's all-time leading scorer, but he isn't number one on this specific list.
The Trail Blazers open the 2026‑27 season 2‑0 and are poised to face the Lakers tonight, but a new focal point could dictate their success: assisted three‑pointers. While Portland’s 34.7% three‑point rate sits mid‑league, the author argues that kicks from drives—especially by Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara and occasional Ja Morant—force defenses to spread, creating higher‑percentage shots. If the Blazers consistently convert these assisted threes, their offense could evolve from modest to elite, bolstering a defense that already shines. Failure to capitalize would relegate them to a rebuild‑style, hot‑hand reliance.
The Nuggets can put Peyton Watson deeper into the rearview mirror thanks to rookie Trevon Brazile.
The Los Angeles Lakers have only had Collin Sexton back for two games, but he’s already making an impact off the bench.
The Los Angeles Lakers wanted to feature Austin Reaves as the second star after years of data suggesting he could be. So far, so good.
Lakers coach JJ Redick praises Luka Doncic's "showman mode" mindset after the superstar scored 52 points against the Jazz to lead LA to a 3-0 start. The post JJ Redick Praises Mindset That Sets Luka Doncic Apart appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Los Angeles Lakers superstar is suddenly soaring once more after a 52-point game against the Utah Jazz. Talks about his early struggles are quickly fading.
In an extremely strange coincidence, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic goes off and has monster stats whenever Lula wins the Brazilian runoff elections. Mike Vorkunov pointed this out on X, formerly Twitter. Four years ago, on Oct. 30, 2022, Lula won the runoff election in Brazil. That night, Doncic—who was still on the Dallas […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic apparently loves going off when Lula wins Brazilian runoff elections appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Portland Trail Blazers start the 2026‑27 season 2‑0, beating the Phoenix Suns and edging the Sacramento Kings, and jump from No. 19 to No. 15 in John Schuhmann’s NBA power rankings. Their starters — led by Damian Lillard and Ja Morant — outscore opponents by 30 points in just over 18 minutes, highlighted by a 21‑0 opening run and a 15‑point third‑quarter burst. Ranked the "team to watch," the Blazers face tough Week 2 tests: a road game at the 3‑0 Los Angeles Lakers (Luka Doncic expected) and a home clash with the 3‑0 Memphis Grizzlies, plus a Saturday trip to Utah.
The Los Angeles Lakers rallied all the way back from a huge deficit in the first half against the Utah Jazz on Sunday to pick up their third consecutive win to start the season. It was an emotional game as well as new Lakers big man Walker Kessler was making his return as an opponent […] The post Walker Kessler shares emotional message after beating former Jazz team appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Luka Dončić erupts for 52 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds in the Lakers' 18‑point comeback win over the Utah Jazz on October 25, 2026, marking his fourth 50‑point, 10‑assist, five‑rebounds game – the second‑most in NBA history. Coach JJ Redick praises Dončić’s “showman mode,” noting his clutch performance in the final seven minutes where he contributed 13 points and two assists, directly influencing 19 of the Lakers’ last 24 points. Austin Reaves also shines with 29 points and a decisive late three. The win gives Los Angeles its third straight victory to start the 2026‑27 season.
LOS ANGELES — The LA Clippers surprised many when they signed Rui Hachimura to a multi-year contract this summer, with the Japanese sharpshooting forward electing to leave the Los Angeles Lakers and join their crosstown rivals. Hachimura joined the Clippers out of wanting to stay in Los Angeles and to take on a new challenge: […] The post Exclusive: Clippers’ Rui Hachimura excited to showcase full skillset after strong seasons with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jarred Vanderbilt could prove the better option between him and Kevon Looney for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Draymond Green believes Luka Doncic has started the 2026-27 NBA season with an MVP mindset but still does not expect the Los Angeles Lakers superstar to win the award, arguing that voter fatigue could work against him. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward stood by his prediction that Doncic will […] The post Luka Doncic will never win MVP, Draymond Green says appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves LaMelo Ball has some advice for his new teammates. Keep your head up, and not just when things aren’t going well. With Ball running the offense, a pass could be headed your way whether you’re ready or not. “Actually, I tried to hit them in the head a couple times the first day (of […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball, Pacers, Ivica Zubac, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Lakers erase an 18‑point first‑quarter hole to beat the Utah Jazz 132‑123 on October 25, snapping a 3‑0 start to the season. After trailing 47‑29, Los Angeles flips the game, taking a 74‑71 halftime lead and ultimately pulling away thanks to clutch contributions from Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves late in the second half. Coach JJ Redick praises the comeback as a vital early‑season reference point for a roster with many new faces, highlighting the team's resiliency and the significance of a road win against a historically tough Jazz opponent.
The Los Angeles Lakers coach has not cared who Rob Pelinka splurged on. Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, and Collin Sexton have all come off the bench.