Tonight on ESPN, it’s a monumental Spurs vs Lakers clash in Los Angeles, pitting San Antonio’s unicorn talent Victor Wembanyama (26.7 PPG, 13.7 RPG) against the firepower of a streaking Lakers squad (6-2) that should be welcoming back superstar Luka Doncic (41.3 PPG in four games) from a minor injury, setting the stage for an explosive Western Conference battle between two of the league’s top-tier teams. Let’s quickly review the game odds and Player props for Doncic, Wemby, and more Spurs vs L...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Since the start of training camp, Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been all about establishing a culture. The team’s motto was labeled as obsession. Redick has spoken about championship habits, even going so far as to place them on a board for all to see at practice. Now with games underway, we’re seeing the fruits of […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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Despite Luka Dončić playing in just half of their games and LeBron James yet to even suit up, the Lakers are 6-2 and drowning their opponents with buckets. Tuning into this team on a nightly basis feels like landing on rerun after the actors swapped roles mid episode. Out of necessity, head coach JJ Redick […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The clearest sign of the Lakers’ depth this season is that, despite Luka Dončić playing in only half the games and LeBron James not yet suiting up, the Lakers are 6-2 and on a four-game winning streak. Despite players moving in and out of the lineup, the Lakers have hardly missed a beat. Equally as […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The Portland Trail Blazers will welcome the NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder to the Moda Center in Portland tonight. The Thunder have yet to lose a game during the 2025-26 season. The Blazers are eager to make up for a loss on Monday night to the Los Angeles Lakers. Will they be able to pull […]
From Blazer's Edge
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It’s time to look at some NBA odds!
We have a huge slate of games tonight across The Association with some of the game’s biggest stars in action. Here’s a look at some odds, game lines, totals, and more for all 11 matchups throughout the NBA this evening.
Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates with center Christian Koloko (10) in the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kir...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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A lot of the good vibes around the San Antonio Spurs’ 5-0 start began to shift after a 116-97 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Not only were the Spurs dismantled by a short-handed Suns squad, but they also lost Dylan Harper to a calf strain that should sideline him for a couple of […]
From Pounding The Rock
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After a quick stop in Portland where they managed to steal a victory without their three best players, the Lakers are back home again where they will take on the San Antonio Spurs. This is their last home game in the next two weeks as they go on a five-game road trip after this one. […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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One of the ultimate goals of every franchise is to develop a culture. Teams can have identities, but building a culture is how long-term success is achieved. Franchise like the Warriors, Celtics and Heat have a culture that has led to sustained success. The Lakers have not had that for a very long time. In […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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Nick Smith Jr. stepping up for the Lakers against the Blazers had all the makings of a feel-good Hollywood movie. The shorthanded Lakers relied on their two-way guy to play 27 minutes on the road and he delivered, scoring 25 points in the road win. To add even more drama, Smith Jr. was not feeling […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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Nick Smith Jr. went nuclear against the Blazers for the shorthanded Lakers on Monday, scoring 25 points in the shocking win, leaving it all on the floor in the process. Well, not literally. He actually left some bad parts elsewhere in Moda Center. Midway through his memorable night, Smith Jr. raced off the court and […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The Portland Trail Blazers suffered a dispiriting loss to the Los Angeles Lakers last night. It’s the first morale-buster the franchise has endured since the unexpected Week 1 loss of their head coach Chauncey Billups. The Tiago Splitter era hasn’t been full of wins, but hard effort and upward trajectories have blossomed, along with a […]
From Blazer's Edge
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Realistically, Steve Nash’s three seasons with the Lakers could hardly have gone worse. All the hope that came with the team unexpectedly trading was dashed away nearly immediately once he started playing games and his body began breaking down. At a certain point for Lakers fans, it became pretty clear Nash was never going to […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Lakers are known for their star power and championships. This season, though, they’ve been more […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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Engrave the name “Nick Smith Jr.” on the notorious plaque of Blazer killers who have silenced the Moda Center over the years. Showing shades of Yogi Ferrell in 2017, this may be one of the most out-of-left-field entries on that plaque in some time. But, man, did the third-year guard on a two-way contract burn […]
From Blazer's Edge
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Can you imagine being the person who suggested the Lakers were just punting this game against the Blazers when they announced Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves would be out? Surely that person wouldn’t have suggested it would be silly to play Deandre Ayton, too, considering he just missed Sunday’s game with back spasms. But I […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The Portland Trail Blazers could not keep up with a shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers team in a 123-115 loss on Monday night. Portland started the game with a nine-point lead after the first quarter but faltered the rest of the game and were unable to survive a late onslaught that pushed the game out of […]
From Blazer's Edge
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Defense has been the mantra for the Portland Trail Blazers throughout the early part of the 2024-25 season. Though it was inevitable there would be speed bumps in their approach, it wasn’t expected for those to come against a conference rival missing its top three players and playing on the road in the second night […]
From Blazer's Edge
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Despite the trio of Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and LeBron James all being out with injury, the Lakers had one of the most memorable wins in recent years, knocking off the Blazers, 123-115. Nick Smith Jr. caught fire in the second half, pouring in 25 points on 10-15 shooting overall and 5-6 shooting from range. […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The Portland Trail Blazers and Los Angeles Lakers are moving to the second half, and so is our GameDay Thread! Here’s how to watch the game and tonight’s injury information: Portland Trail Blazers (4-2) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (5-2) – Mon. Nov. 3 – 7pm Pacific How to watch via antenna or cable: See your options […]
From Blazer's Edge
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After downing the Denver Nuggets in dramatic fashion on Friday, the Portland Trail Blazers face another tough test at the Moda Center tonight: the Luka Doncic-led Los Angeles Lakers. Both teams are riding three-game winning streaks. Who can keep that momentum going to a fourth straight win? Time to find out! Here’s how to watch […]
From Blazer's Edge
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Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday and forward Deni Avdija have both been nominated for Western Conference Player of the Week for the week of Oct. 27 to Nov. 2, the league announced today. The Blazers went 3-0 during that span, with wins over the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets, bringing their […]
From Blazer's Edge
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After some bright spots in his rookie season and a promising Summer League, Bronny’s sophomore season with the Lakers hasn’t started on a particularly great foot. With injuries affording him some cameos early in the year, Bronny hasn’t impressed, to say the least. However, head coach JJ Redick and his staff continued to allow him […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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After picking up a win over the Heat on Sunday, the Lakers appear to be effectively punting the second night of the back-to-back on Monday. Hours before the game, the team announced that both Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves would be out. Deandre Ayton, who missed Sunday’s game with back spasms, is questionable. Maxi Kleber, […]
From Silver Screen and Roll
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The Los Angeles Lakers have announced that guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will miss L.A.’s game with the Portland Trail Blazers tonight, joining LeBron James on the injury list. Doncic is suffering from a lower leg contusion while Reaves has groin soreness. The cumulative effect is like seeing the Fantastic Four assemble without Mister […]
From Blazer's Edge
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