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JJ Redick told Austin Reaves to ‘be himself’ amid current slump
Much has been made about the need for the Lakers’ big three to build chemistry with one another. While that can sometimes be a blanket statement, the easiest evidence of their current problems has been the play of Austin Reaves. Luka Dončić certainly has still been able to produce at a high level. LeBron James […]
LeBron James out vs. Knicks with elbow contusion
UPDATE: The Lakers will, in fact, not have LeBron James for Sunday’s afternoon showdown with the Knicks. After head coach JJ Redick called him a gametime decision during his pregame presser, the Lakers ruled LeBron out with a left elbow contusion and left foot arthritis. Technically, it’s not known for certain that the elbow is […]
Lakers vs. Knicks Preview: Matinee marquee matchup
The Lakers (38-25) continue their five-game home stand on Sunday when they host the New York Knicks (41-23). The purple and gold look to conclude the season series with a tie. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks When: 12:30 p.m. PT, Mar 8 Where: Crypto.com Arena Watch: ABC The Lakers quickly […]
Luka Dončić’s defense is improving, even if no one wants to talk about it
While being the star of the Lakers can make you the face of the NBA, it also brings a lot of scrutiny. Even before his time in Los Angeles, Luka Dončić was no stranger to being viewed under a microscope. But this season with the purple and gold has taken it to another level. While […]
How Luka Dončić dominated the Pacers in the first quarter
LOS ANGELES — In the first leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Thursday and Friday, they were totally dominated by Denver from the jump, falling behind 11-0 and never holding a lead. For the second game, the Lakers flipped the script, beating the Pacers 128-117. They were able to cruise to victory despite playing without LeBron […]
Luka Dončić leads the way in Lakers win over Pacers
After a frustrating loss against the Nuggets, the Lakers respond by beating the Pacers 128-117. The game began with Jay Huff draining a 3-pointer for the Pacers. Rui Hachimura responded with a triple on the other end. Each team’s offense was strong, with both shooting 50%. Indiana was leading by two at the 6:32 mark. […]
LeBron James, Deandre Ayton, Maxi Kleber out vs. Pacers
All of a sudden, the Lakers’ upcoming contest against the Pacers looks like a much tougher game. Los Angeles is playing on the second night of a back-to-back and will be taking on Indiana without LeBron James, Deandre Ayton and Maxi Kleber. The trio was ruled out on Friday afternoon. The Lakers will now have […]
Western Conference Standings Watch: Can Lakers get some help?
With the Western Conference a tight-knit race yet again this season, this series will look at the standings and games to watch across the league as the Lakers look to secure home court and move up the standings. LA had a golden opportunity to not only jump ahead of the Nuggets on Thursday, but also […]
LeBron James says elbow ‘pretty sore’ after fall during Nuggets loss
After a short string of games at full health, the Lakers walked out of Thursday’s game in Denver with 40% of their starting lineup unable to finish the game. Deandre Ayton played only briefly on in the first quarter before exiting after just 4:30 with left knee soreness. LeBron James, meanwhile, played much more of […]
Lakers vs. Pacers Preview: Five-game home stand
After dropping Thursday’s game to the Denver Nuggets, the Lakers will immediately return to Los Angeles where they will begin a five-game home stand, starting with the Pacers on Friday. This is the first meeting between the two teams this season. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Indiana Pacers When: 7 p.m. PT, Mar […]
Deandre Ayton exits Suns game with left knee soreness
The Lakers might just be cursed to always have an injury. After a short string of games where they had a clean injury report, they came away from Thursday’s game against the Nuggets with plenty of bumps and bruises to go along with their loss. Two starters did not finish the game, one being LeBron, […]
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Nuggets
Don’t let the score fool you. The Lakers never had a shot in this one. The Nuggets started the game on an 11-0 and never trailed. Anytime LA made a push, Denver responded and closed the door. When Deandre Ayton played, he was bad, and when Lakers head coach JJ Redick went to players he […]
Lakers fail to convert down stretch, fall in Denver
A game of runs came down to the final minute between the Lakers and Nuggets with Denver edging out a 120-113 win. Trailing by three in the final 90 seconds of the game, Marcus Smart missed a pair of open threes. Nikola Jokić scored at the rim with 22 seconds left to make it a […]
2026 NBA mock draft roundup: A first look at potential draftees
The Lakers have optionality this summer in part because they kept their first round picks at the trade deadline. This year’s draft is expected to be one of the best in some time. LA has a first round pick, so it’s a perfect time to gather some information on who they may be targeting with […]
Edwin’s Journal: Calm before the storm
With 21 games left, there is still much to be decided for the Lakers. On the long road that is the NBA season, LA can see the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference standings is just a game-and-a-half away. However, the objects in their rearview are closer than they appear as they are also […]
Lakers vs. Nuggets Preview: Can LA take the fifth seed?
The Lakers (37-24) are back on the road for a quick trip to Denver, where they will take on the Nuggets (38-24) on Thursday. This is the second matchup between both teams this season. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets When: 7 p.m. PT, Mar 5 Where: Ball Arena Watch: Prime Video, […]
JJ Redick praised Jaxson Hayes for a ‘really good season’ after win over Pelicans
After getting benched in the Lakers’ playoff series last year, most assumed Jaxson Hayes’ playing days in LA were done. Not only did Hayes return on a one-year deal, but he also prepared in the summer to be a better version of himself. He put on 20 pounds to give himself some more strength, and […]
JJ Redick explained way Pelicans game was unlike recent wins for Lakers
All season long, the Lakers have proven that if they are leading entering the fourth quarter, they will finish the game strong and win. This year, Los Angeles is 27-1 when in front entering the final period, by far the best winning percentage in the Western Conference. But what about when they are trailing as […]
Lakers turn to defense in fourth quarter to beat Pelicans
LOS ANGELES — The last thing anyone would call this iteration of the Lakers is a good defensive team. They have a defensive rating of 116 on the season, placing them 22nd in the NBA. Progress in this department has been minimal at best. But against the Pelicans, the Lakers’ defense came up big. Trailing by […]
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Pelicans
The Lakers are securely at the point of the season where winning by any means necessary is the objective. After a pair of easy wins over the Warriors and Kings, they had to grit one out on Tuesday to knock off the Pelicans. After a very unserious three quarters, the Lakers turned it up to […]
Lakers use fourth quarter rally to down Pelicans
The Lakers used a big fourth quarter run down the stretch to secure a third straight win, knocking off the Pelicans 110-101. After falling behind by nearly double digits midway through the final frame, LA closed the game on a 24-7 run. They finished with 12 blocks, six of those coming in the fourth quarter. […]
Western Conference Standings Watch: Another big showdown with Nuggets
With the Western Conference a tight-knit race yet again this season, this series will look at the standings and games to watch across the league as the Lakers look to secure home court and move up the standings. As was the case down the stretch of the regular season last year, the Lakers could realistically […]
Where will the Lakers finish in the Western Conference playoff race
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. Last season, the third, fourth and fifth seeds in the Western Conference all had the same […]
Lakers vs. Pelicans Preview: Can L.A. make it three in a row?
The Lakers (36-24) will remain at home as they host the New Orleans Pelicans (19-43) on Tuesday. L.A. looks to sweep the season series against New Orleans for the second season in a row. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. New Orleans Pelicans When: 7:30 p.m. PT, Mar 3 Where: Crypto.com Arena Watch: Spectrum […]
SSR Open Thread: 3/2 – 3/6
Hey guys! We’re back with another open thread for the week. Want to discuss movies, games, basketball, TV, the weather, what you had for lunch, your wins of the week? Here’s the place. This can also serve as a spot to chat about non-Lakers games going on around the league as well. The only rule […]
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