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LeBron James kept things light after the Lakers beat the Jazz on Nov. 18, joking that he and Bronny “do not talk as much” now that his 21-year-old son finally has his own place. The remark had reporters laughing, but it also opened a window into how their father-son dynamic continues to evolve as they […]

LOS ANGELES – While the Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to an 11-4 start and have been among the top teams in the Western Conference, there is room for improvement in terms of defense. Even so, the Lakers have a few players on their roster who have been positives on defense this season, including […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling this season, and things got even better when they got LeBron James back earlier in the week. They’re at full strength now, but they’re looking to add even more talent to the roster after this latest move was announced, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. “The Lakers are […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won three of the last six World Series, so their front office is highly sought after. Meanwhile, owner Mark Walter is in the process of buying the Los Angeles Lakers from Jeanie Buss. So Walter called on two of his trusted confidants to advise the basketball crew. Dodgers executives Andrew […]

The Los Angeles Lakers entered the week expecting fallout from the Buss brothers’ firings, a shift many around the franchise saw coming after the ownership change. After the firing wiped out most of the Lakers’ scouting department, Jesse Buss stepped forward to confront the moment with a voice full of frustration and clarity. The longtime scout […]

It’s been an interesting season in Southern California, as the Lakers are thriving in the Western Conference, despite some hiccups. This has led some NBA insiders to debate whether they are Western Conference contenders and can compete for a championship, according to a one-month, 30-team report by Tim Bontemps. “It has been a fascinating opening […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the better teams in the Western Conference in the early-goings of the regular season with an 11-4 record. While the Lakers’ offense has been solid, the team’s defense could stand to improve as the season goes on. Following Lakers’ practice on Thursday morning, Luka […]

On Thursday, the Los Angeles Lakers experienced a major shakeup as an organization. As part of the franchise’s sale to new owner Mark Walter, the Lakers decided to clean house. Part of the major changes they introduced were the firings of Joey and Jesse Buss, sons of the Lakers’ famous previous owner, the late Jerry […]

Being a successful NBA player doesn’t necessarily translate in the boardroom. However, there have been a select few who proved that they can thrive both as a player and executive. So, check out the gallery to see the six NBA players who became successful in executive roles. 6. Larry Bird Larry Bird was the centerpiece […]

The Los Angeles Lakers announced on Thursday that both Joey and Jesse Buss have been relieved of their duties in the front office. It appears the organization is remaining busy, making several key changes, as reports indicate the scouting department is being changed. Los Angeles is cleaning house completely, as a majority of the staff […]

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers hit the floor for the first time in 2025-26 with LeBron James in the lineup, defeating the Utah Jazz in a blowout victory. James played relatively well, scoring 11 points on limited field goal attempts but facilitating well for his teammates in the win. On Thursday, a major […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers navigate the early stages of the 2025-26 NBA season, a growing narrative around the league suggests that the team may be gearing up for aggressive trade activity. However, according to multiple insiders, the Lakers may be slowing those conversations down, at least temporarily, as they finally get their full roster […]

After missing the first 14 games of the season, LeBron James made his return for the 2025-26 season. The Los Angeles Lakers welcomed back the superstar forward for his 23rd season in the league. James, who was sidelined due to a sciatica nerve issue, has a relatively quiet game by his standards. That hasn’t stopped […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers continued their strong start to the season, improving to 11-4 following their 140-126 win against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, a game in which LeBron James made his season debut after returning from a nerve injury. While the high-scoring game may not completely indicate it, the Lakers’ […]

LeBron James is opening up about his sciatica injury. “If you ain’t never had it, and people are making jokes about it, I pray you never get it,” James told reporters following his first practice with the Los Angeles Lakers this season on Nov. 17. “It’s not fun.” Sciatica is a nerve pain that is […]

The Los Angeles Lakers got a big break when LeBron James made his season debut after sitting out the first 14 games with sciatica. But even with James back, it was Luka Doncic who led the way in Tuesday’s 140-126 win over the Utah Jazz with 37 points while shooting 11 for 22. Despite that, […]

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their third straight win with a blowout home victory over the Utah Jazz. This game marked the season debut for Lakers star LeBron James, who returned from his injury to score 11 points in the victory. The Lakers are hoping to join their crosstown friends, the […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers improved to 11–4 following a 140–126 win over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, a newly surfaced statistic has further emphasized the disparity in the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to Los Angeles and brought Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. A graphic posted by ClutchPoints on X, formerly […]

As the Dallas Mavericks continue their disappointing start to the 2025–26 NBA season with a 4–11 record, new reporting has revealed how former general manager Nico Harrison convinced team owner Patrick Dumont to approve a trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. The organization fired Harrison last Tuesday following the team’s continued […]

Amid LeBron James’ much-awaited season debut, Luka Doncic exploded in frustration as the Los Angeles Lakers star argued a questionable call during a tense stretch against the Utah Jazz, turning the sequence into one of the night’s most dramatic scenes. Bill Kennedy, the veteran referee in charge of the sequence, kept calm while Doncic pressed […]

The Los Angeles Lakers notched their third straight win with a 140-126 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. LeBron James made his season debut for the Lakers, and teammate Luka Doncic was clear on how the veteran made his mark in his first contest of the campaign. “He does things that other people […]

DeAndre Ayton and LeBron James shared the court as teammates for the first time on Tuesday night, but according to Ayton, their connection actually goes back much further than anyone realized. After the Los Angeles Lakers’ 140-126 win over the Utah Jazz, Ayton revealed a fascinating story during his postgame comments. The big man told […]

LeBron James returned to action for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night after missing the first 14 games of the season with sciatica. The 40-year-old finished with 11 points and 12 assists in the Lakers’ 140-126 victory over the Utah Jazz, securing his double-double in the fourth quarter to officially start his record 23rd […]

At long last, LeBron James stepped into the spotlight for his much-awaited season debut, and the Los Angeles Lakers made sure the moment landed with authority. Under the bright lights, JJ Redick praised every piece of the performance as the Utah Jazz tried to keep pace in a 140-126 Lakers win. LeBron delivered 11 points […]

LeBron James made his return to the hardwood on Tuesday night after a 14-game absence due to sciatica, helping the Los Angeles Lakers take their 11th win of the new campaign, a 140-125 victory over the Utah Jazz. James had been working towards a return over the past week or so, with one of the […]

On Tuesday night, LeBron James made his much-awaited season debut, marking the start of his 23rd campaign in the NBA — being the first player in NBA history to play that many seasons. And the Los Angeles Lakers could not have gotten off to a better start to the season with James in the lineup, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are rolling, as they moved to 11-4 on the 2025-26 season with a 140-125 win over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. The vibes are immaculate in the Lakers locker room right now, especially when elder statesman LeBron James made his season debut and put up 11 points and 12 assists […]

LeBron James enjoyed a successful season debut in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 140-126 win versus the Utah Jazz. He shot the ball efficiently despite only scoring 11 points (4-of-7), posted a game-high 12 assists and moved into No. 6 on the all-time 3-point field goals list after surpassing Indiana Pacers great Reggie Miller. When his […]

Amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ strong start to the 2025-26 season, a portion of the Lakers fanbase believed that they can finally move on from LeBron James now that Luka Doncic is the number one option on this roster. But that was folly; James remains a brilliant player who can shapeshift depending on his team’s […]

LeBron James made his much-anticipated season debut for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night in a home game against the Utah Jazz. Everything was rocky for the Lakers at first as the Jazz, particularly Keyonte George, seemingly could not miss from beyond the arc. But the Lakers righted the ship, with Luka Doncic essentially […]

The much-awaited return of LeBron James from a sciatica injury looked to be in jeopardy as the Los Angeles Lakers were down against the Utah Jazz in the early goings of the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. The Lakers, however, went on a mini-run to steal the lead, 89-88, after Luka Doncic’s layup. […]

The milestones just keep on coming for Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James. Making his debut in a record-setting 23rd season in the NBA Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena against the Utah Jazz, the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player has come away with another notable accomplishment in his legendary career in the pros, as […]

LOS ANGELES – After a delayed start to the 2025-26 season due to a nerve injury, LeBron James was cleared to make his return to the lineup for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. James had been sidelined since the start of training camp due to a sciatica issue, and […]

LeBron James has made more baskets than anyone not named Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, so he should be fairly numb to sinking a bucket during a November game. However, the all-time great surely appreciates what it means to do so in his history-making 23rd NBA campaign. Following a sciatica-induced stint on the sidelines, James made his season […]

After missing the first 14 games of the 2025-26 season, LeBron James will be making his season debut for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night in a clash against the Utah Jazz. Once that game tips off, it would officially mark the start of James’ 23rd season in the NBA — the most anyone […]

LeBron James is set to make his much-awaited season debut as the Los Angeles Lakers host the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. James was sidelined by a sciatica injury and admitted that he is still working on his stamina. Still, he has been cleared to suit up, and it’s only fitting that he […]

LOS ANGELES – Now in his second season as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, JJ Redick has often mentioned the need for the Lakers to be in what he calls, ‘championship shape.’ The team has started off the 2025-26 season at 10-4 which is currently good enough for fourth place in the Western […]

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to stack wins early in the 2025-26 season. Their biggest headline this week, though, didn’t come from a box score. It came from a practice clip that lit up social media. A lighthearted exchange between Luka Doncic and Rui Hachimura went viral on Tuesday. It showcased not just humor, but […]

LOS ANGELES – In the NBA, when injuries happen, it usually opens the door for opportunity for other players on the roster. That was the case for the Los Angeles Lakers when Bronny James found himself in the rotation following the ankle injury to Gabe Vincent. Gabe Vincent suffered the injury back during the Lakers’ […]