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The Los Angeles Lakers have been quiet so far at the NBA trade deadline, seeming content to roll with their roster as is for the rest of the season. However, that doesn’t mean that Rob Pelinka and company aren’t looking to make some moves along the margins as the deadline approaches. Recently, NBA insider Brett […]

The future of Giannis Antetokounmpo has become the most debated topic in the NBA as the February 5 trade deadline looms. While the superstar remains sidelined with a calf injury, he has been vocal about his commitment to the game, pushing back against critics who suggest he might be giving up on the Milwaukee Bucks. […]

The partnership between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers is entering a tense final stretch as the February 5 trade deadline arrives tomorrow. While rumors of a June breakup are circulating, league sources via ESPN have confirmed that James will remain in Los Angeles for the remainder of the 2026 season. This comes despite […]

The Los Angeles Lakers always find themselves in trade rumors before the deadline. Sometimes, they end up with just a few pieces that help them along the margins. Other times, they find themselves with one of the best players in the league, which surprised many. It looks like during this go-around, they may end up […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves made it through his first appearance following a 19-game absence without a setback. After missing over a month due to a calf strain, Reaves posted 15 points on 3-for-9 shooting with four rebounds and two steals during Tuesday’s 125-109 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Despite Reaves playing only 20 […]

What is LeBron James’ legacy? The Los Angeles Lakers star is arguably the most accomplished player in NBA history. James is considered by many as the greatest NBA player of all time, and is at the very least number two in other people’s lists. The star has done a lot in this league that will […]

Austin Reaves is back, and he’s bringing his signature wit with him. After missing 19 games with a strained left calf, the Los Angeles Lakers guard finally returned to action on Tuesday night, and he didn’t waste any time reminding everyone why he’s a fan favorite, both for his play and his post-game quotes. The […]

NBA teams that are very much interested in bringing Giannis Antetokounmpo in via trade may have to act now, lest they run the risk of the empire that is the Los Angeles Lakers joining the sweepstakes for the Milwaukee Bucks star. While there have been previous reports indicating that the Bucks would prefer to trade […]

While most teams are busy burning the phone lines ahead of the trade deadline, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were trying to survive an exhausting eight-game road trip. The Lakers ended it with a convincing win over the Brooklyn Nets, 125-109, at Barclays Center on Tuesday. They improved to 30-19, going 5-3 in […]

Many are questioning the inclusion of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James in next month’s All-Star Game. Well, he gave them a convincing response on Tuesday. The Lakers visited the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center for the final stop of their eight-game road trip. The Purple and Gold are looking to return to the win […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves will return from a 19-game absence on Tuesday vs. the Brooklyn Nets. Reaves has been sidelined since Christmas due to a calf strain. JJ Redick said the star guard will come off the bench with a minutes restriction during his first game back. Reaves was playing at an All-Star […]

Former two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the biggest name circling the NBA Trade Deadline, but the Los Angeles Lakers are not in that race. According to insider Jake Fischer, the Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks see the market very differently right now. Fischer made it clear that a Giannis trade is not on the purple-and-gold […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets set to go head-to-head on Tuesday night, fans are wondering if Austin Reaves will make his return from injury. Is the Lakers guard playing tonight vs. the Nets? Reaves is dealing with a calf injury and has not played since Christmas Day as a result. He was […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James no longer feel locked into the future they once promised. NBA insider Jake Fischer said during a livestream Monday that both sides are ready to move on, calling it the “foregone sentiment” in Los Angeles. The Lakers are already shifting its focus toward Luka Doncic as the player […]

When Luka Doncic played for the Dallas Mavericks, it was assumed there was a genuine zero percent chance that he’d be traded. Last season, he was just 25 years old and fresh off leading his team to an NBA Finals appearance. While the defense was suspect, there was no questioning that the Slovenian star was […]

The Los Angeles Lakers lost a primetime game in New York to the Knicks last night, and it’s hard not to wonder, considering the team’s lackluster second-half showing, how different the game could have gone if L.A. had Austin Reaves at their disposal. Reaves last played on Christmas Day, when he reaggravated a left calf […]

LeBron James offered a thoughtful reflection after the Los Angeles Lakers’ 112-100 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday at Madison Square Garden. At 41, James wondered if the game might be his last at the iconic arena in what could be his 23rd and final NBA season. He scored 22 points with six […]

The Los Angeles Lakers returned to Madison Square Garden on the anniversary of the Luka Doncic trade. As a result, the moment felt symbolic. One year after prying him away from the Mavericks in exchange for Anthony Davis, the spotlight turned to progress and pressure. At the same time, with key pieces still searching for […]

LeBron James spotted old NBA Draft mate Carmelo Anthony before playing in his latest Madison Square Garden game. The Los Angeles Lakers star spent postgame leaving fans wondering if Sunday became his last MSG appearance against the New York Knicks. James, 41, has sparked retirement chatter across the league. His Lakers fell 112-100 on Sunday […]

The New York Knicks won their sixth straight game after beating the Los Angeles Lakers, 112-100, at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. The Lakers had a strong start, but they failed to sustain it in the second half, getting outscored in the third quarter, 38-26. Los Angeles fell to 29-19, while New York improved to […]

JJ Redick provided a key injury update on star guard Austin Reaves following the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the New York Knicks on Sunday night. Reaves has been absent from the Lakers’ starting lineups since Christmas Day. He suffered a calf strain injury in the team’s loss to the Houston Rockets, having been on […]

The Los Angeles Lakers faced star power inside the Madison Square Garden versus the New York Knicks. Then witnessed Luka Doncic flip off Jalen Brunson. And that moment went viral — as captured by the NBA on NBC cameras after New York’s 112-100 win. Luka Doncic flipped off Jalen Brunson postgame 😅 pic.twitter.com/IUxh0MR0og — ClutchPoints […]

Luka Doncic knows how to put on a show under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, and he did just that Sunday night. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar was upto his usual ‘Luka Magic’ antics. With less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter, the Lakers found themselves trailing 75-74 in a gritty […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was back in one of his favorite arenas in the world on Sunday, as they visited the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden for a marquee matchup. James has had iconic moments in the hallowed venue. There is truly something different, almost mystical, about competing at Madison Square […]

The league revealed which players were selected to the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. Despite speculation that LeBron James might not be named, the Los Angeles Lakers star was given a spot for the 22nd straight time in his career. While sitting in the locker room preparing for Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks, […]

The seventh installment of the Los Angeles Lakers’ current road trip takes them to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks on Sunday night. The inconsistent Lakers are hoping to get Austin Reaves back for the game, with the star guard questionable to return from a month-long absence. Here is everything we know […]

The trade landscape shifted significantly on Saturday night for the NBA as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Sacramento Kings, and Chicago Bulls finalized a complex three-team agreement. The deal sends wing De’Andre Hunter to Sacramento, while Cleveland acquires veteran guard Dennis Schroder and defensive standout Keon Ellis. To facilitate the salary exchange, the Bulls absorbed Dario Saric […]

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks continued his long-running feud with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, this time taking aim off the court. On Saturday, Brooks appeared on a live stream with content creator Rangesh “N3on” Mutama and was asked to name the most overrated player in the NBA today. After a brief pause, Brooks […]

The Los Angeles Lakers hoped Austin Reaves would return at some point during the team’s eight-game road trip, which continues against the New York Knicks. Six games into the longest Lakers road trip of the season, and Reaves has yet to play, as he continues to recover from a strained left calf injury. However, that […]

The final weekend before the NBA trade deadline always brings plenty of clarity as to which teams will be the most active over the last week to make deals during the regular season, but this year’s deadline is very different. Trade intel around the NBA has been held up by discussions surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, and […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers cruised to a 142-111 blowout win against the Washington Wizards, head coach JJ Redick discussed LeBron James entering this year’s dunk contest. Lakers fans celebrated James’ dunk against the Wizards, as the 41-year-old veteran showed he can still go well above the rim when he takes flight. During his postgame […]

Alex Ovechkin with the assist! That’s a phrase hockey fans have heard 750 times throughout Ovi’s 21-year career with the Washington Capitals. On Friday night, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer added one more assist as he saved Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic from falling out of bounds against the Washington Wizards. At the […]

LeBron James hammered home some monster dunks Friday night as the Los Angeles Lakers demolished the Washington Wizards 142-111. Which one was his favorite? LeBron wouldn’t rank them because he lets his faithful fans do that. After the easy win, a reporter asked James to rank his slams from the game, which is when he […]

He’s still got it! LeBron James may be 41 years old, but the Los Angeles Lakers star still has some hops to him. Against the Washington Wizards, James got up for an alley-oop slam from DeAndre Ayton. It was a peculiar sight to see the center lob up a pass for the aging star, but […]

The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 4-2 on their current road trip following their 142-111 win against the Washington Wizards on Friday. Amid the Lakers’ win, one of the major storylines of the game was the longevity of LeBron James that was highlighted by an insane stat that was brought up by the Monumental Sports […]

The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column on Friday following their 142-111 win against the Washington Wizards. Late in the fourth quarter, with the game already in hand, the Lakers put seldom-used guard Bronny James in the game who shot out on the fast break, and threw down a dunk reminiscent of […]

LeBron James pulled off a miraculous dunk highlight in the Los Angeles Lakers’ dominant win over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. James continues to rack up dunks at age 41, showing off his incredible athleticism for his remarkable experience. He also keeps on shining as one of the best veteran stars in the league, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were well on their way to their third win in four games as they held a huge lead against the Washington Wizards early in the fourth quarter. But one of the major highlights of the game came in the first quarter when Luka Doncic came up with a steal, dribbled up […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are taking on the Washington Wizards in a road contest on Friday with the hopes of winning their 29th game of the season. LeBron James showed off his athleticism like it was 2015 again with an impressive alley-oop slam. In the second quarter of the contest, center Deandre Ayton caught a […]