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The Los Angeles Lakers got blown out by the Phoenix Suns, 108-90, at home on Tuesday. Yet, LeBron James is accentuating the positive. Considering the state of the Suns — fully healthy, with largely the same roster as last season’s NBA Finals squad – compared with that of the Lakers — depleted, renovated — James’ […]

LeBron James’ former teammate Iman Shumpert ruffled some feathers with his rather spicy take on the Los Angeles Lakers forward. In an appearance on the The Bootleg Kev podcast, the Lakers star’s ex-teammate was vocal on how LeBron James “ruined basketball” with his decision to take his talents to the Miami Heat in 2010. Via […]

The final game on Tuesday’s five-game slate featured a matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns. All eyes were on LeBron James as The King continues to carry a weakened and struggling LA squad throughout what has been a very rocky campaign for them. LeBron has been known to turn quite a few […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is no longer the 20-year-old player who can run up and down the floor for 40 minutes per game. He is already 36 years old and possesses tons of miles in his body as he plays in Year 19 of his NBA career. With that said, some fans are […]

The story of the 2021-22 Los Angeles Lakers season has been untimely blows. The latest came in the form of an MCL sprain to Anthony Davis, who will be re-evaluated in four weeks. In the third quarter of Friday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jaden McDaniels fell backward into AD’s leg, forcing the eight-time All-Star […]

One can make a case about LeBron James being the greatest player of all time. It might be contentious, to say the least, but it’s hard to deny that the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has to at least be in the conversation when talking about the GOAT. For most, however, one of the biggest flaws […]

A former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate is blaming LeBron James, now on the Los Angeles Lakers, for ruining basketball. According to ex-Cavs player Iman Shumpert, James “ruined basketball” when he left Cleveland for the Miami Heat. Shumpert shared his opinion on James’ business decision on the Bootleg Kev podcast on Monday: “It was Bron first going […]

The Golden State Warriors took care of business against the Sacramento Kings, handily dispatching their division rivals, 113-98. While the result was routine, their sideline servicing was anything but that on Monday night. Draymond Green’s son Dray Jr. was seen doing all he could to provide a helping hand for the Warriors. His efforts went […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers getting a day off on Monday, LeBron James was tuned in on the slate of NFL Monday football games. And sure enough, he enjoyed the time off, thanks to Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings. Jefferson, who was recently selected to the 2022 Pro Bowl for his second straight Pro […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James took to social media his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns’ devastating loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in NFL Week 15. Daniel Carlson’s field goal in the dying seconds of the game has led the Raiders to a stunning 16-14 win over the Browns Monday. As time expired, Carlson […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has had himself one heck of a career, dominating the NBA essentially right since he came into the league in 2003. James is now in Year 19 of his career and is still playing at a high level as one of the best players in the world. Monday, SB […]

After powering the Chicago Bulls to a 115-110 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, DeMar DeRozan showed his appreciation for LeBron James and the battles they had over the years. James has been a massive thorn on DeRozan’s side for years now, even when LeBron was still with the Cleveland Cavaliers and DeMar […]

It’s a bit too early to say, but LeBron James should really need to figure out the winning project the Los Angeles Lakers must have in order to regain supremacy. If there’s one thing LeBron James evidently yearns for at this stage of his career, it is to win another championship. Undeniably, he is capable, […]

Alex Caruso’s Chicago Bulls defeated LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers, 115-110, in a hard-fought battle at the United Center on Sunday. Afterward, AC and LBJ’s social media activity confirmed what we already knew: it’s still nothing but love between the two championship-winning former teammates. Caruso had 17 points (6-of-11 FG, 3-of-5 3-pt FG), nine rebounds […]

The Chicago Bulls have been battered and bruised by the dreaded COVID-19 health and safety protocols as of late, with more than half the roster being forced on the sideline because of it. That didn’t stop DeMar Derozan from leading the men available to a resounding win over the Los Angeles Lakers. After the win, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers received some brutal news on Saturday after it was confirmed that Anthony Davis will be missing significant time because of a knee injury. There is no denying that AD’s absence will be a huge blow for the Lakers, but as it turns out, there could be a silver lining in all […]

After being signed by the Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League, Isaiah Thomas made his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. IT made quite an impact in his first game back, and it now looks like another one of LeBron James’ former teammate — this one during his spell with […]

Isaiah Thomas made quite an impact in his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Thomas exploded for 19 points in his first game back in the NBA as he provided a preview of what he can bring to the table for LeBron James and the rest of the squad. This isn’t the […]

LeBron James may continue whining about certain issues but the Los Angeles Lakers should be more concerned about Anthony Davis. After 30 games, the Lakers have managed to bounce back from a tough start this season and now has .533 winning percentage. The old and young combination in the team’s backcourt is starting to make […]

Isaiah Thomas has played just four NBA games since 2020. Three of them came late last season for the New Orleans Pelicans, and one of them was for the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. The Lakers lost, 110-92, to the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center. However, Thomas, for one night, proved he belonged […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were already depleted when they entered the Target Center on Friday night to face the Minnesota Timberwolves. Five players were in COVID-19 health and safety protocols, and Trevor Ariza — while questionable and dressing — remained out with his ankle injury. Things got worse during the 48 minutes of action. Anthony […]

Isaiah Thomas is back to the NBA after signing a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, and sure enough, he is ready to make the most of his new opportunity. Speaking to the media on Friday ahead of the Lakers’ showdown with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Thomas opened up about the events leading to his […]

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Los Angeles Chargers in dramatic fashion on a game-winning touchdown by tight end Travis Kelce in overtime. Kelce’s heroics caught the attention of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who took to Twitter to commend Kelce for his performance in hilarious fashion. Well, Kelce tweeted back at The King […]

Thursday night produced arguably the best game of the entire NFL season as the Kansas City Chiefs took down the Los Angeles Chargers in overtime, 34-28. Lakers superstar LeBron James was an avid spectator of the high-octane game and at one point, The King decided to showcase his reporter skills. The Lakers star caught wind […]

On Wednesday night at the American Airlines Center, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Dallas Mavericks, 107-104, in thrilling fashion. Lakers undrafted rookie Austin Reaves capped off a wild final few minutes with a game-icing three-pointer with 0.9 seconds remaining. Afterward, Reaves — already sounding like a veteran — said he thought he should have […]

Austin Reaves was the hero for the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. The undrafted rookie sank a game-winning 3-pointer with 0.9 seconds to go in overtime to cap off a stellar 15-point showing. Reaves nailed five of his six three-point attempts in 32 minutes and added seven rebounds — career-highs across the board. https://twitter.com/ClutchPointsApp/status/1471320178088558592?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1471320178088558592%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fclutchpoints.com%2Flakers-news-rookie-austin-reaves-reacts-to-game-winner-vs-mavs%2F […]

The Los Angeles Lakers erupted in the locker room after Austin Reaves’ wild game-winner against the Dallas Mavericks. LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook had their hands full against a shorthanded Mavs team missing Luka Doncic. The Lakers were struggling to contain a lead throughout the game, relying on a last-second three-point shot from […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Austin Reaves made headlines on Wednesday after hitting an epic game-winner in overtime against the Dallas Mavericks. His stock is now on the rise and he could not have picked a better time for the struggling Lakers. Reaves recently sat down with Mirin Fader of The Ringer as he narrated an […]

LeBron James, a 19-year NBA veteran and former No. 1 overall pick, was not the hero for the Los Angeles Lakers in their dramatic 107-104 overtime win against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Rather, it was undrafted rookie, Austin Reaves. Reaves drilled a three-pointer with 0.9 seconds remaining in OT to put the Lakers up […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks played an exciting game on Wednesday night. It was full of twists and turns, lead changes and big moments. In the end, the Lakers defeated the Mavs in overtime on a game-winning three point shot from rookie Austin Reaves. Another look at Austin Reaves' CLUTCH game-winning triple for […]

Despite all the criticisms about their age and their ability to go the distance, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are showing that they aren’t a team you would want to face in overtime. Just ask the Dallas Mavericks, who are just the latest team to fall victim to the the Purple and Gold […]

Recent reports suggest that Russell Westbrook could be on his way out of Hollywood in the near future. The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly held discussions with opposing teams about a possible trade for the former league MVP. Ben Simmons’ name has emerged in the rumor mill, but it does sound like the Sixers have […]

Although they didn’t play Wednesday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins got some media attention before a national league game. NBA Lakers superstar LeBron James sported a Penguins jersey as the main part of his pregame look. As usual, King James’ fit was fire, and the Lakers captured the look for their Twitter account ahead of their […]

The COVID-19 outbreak that has spread across the NBA has affected the Los Angeles Lakers traveling party, as multiple staff members — including coaches, players, and broadcasters — are now in the league’s health and safety protocols. Let’s get you caught up on the latest news before the Lakers face the Dallas Mavericks at the […]

Amidst a COVID-19 outbreak that has affected multiple members of the Los Angeles Lakers team, staff, and traveling party, the Lakers did get some good news on Anthony Davis ahead of their road matchup with the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. Davis, who has missed the past two games, with left knee soreness, will start […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have limited resources to make a move before the Feb. 10 trade deadline. This was a point of skepticism for those who questioned their bold roster reconstruction. The Lakers have three stars on massive contracts — LeBron James ($41 million), Anthony Davis ($36 million), and Russell Westbrook ($44 million). LeBron and […]

People always love to come up with lists and debate the best players in sports, so that’s why The Athletic decided to poll 118 former NBA players before the 2021-22 season on a number of questions pertaining to the league when it comes to both the present and future. Naturally, the lead question asked who […]

Kevin Durant put on his Superman cape on Tuesday night to save the badly depleted Brooklyn Nets against the Toronto Raptors in overtime, 131-129. With several teammates sideline due to the NBA’s COVID-19 protocols, Durant once again seized the opportunity to spearhead the Nets. He finished with a massive triple-double of 34 points, 13 rebounds, […]

Dwight Howard and Malik Monk joined Talen Horton-Tucker in the NBA’s health and safety protocols and will miss the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, the team announced on Tuesday night. Horton-Tucker was placed in health and safety protocols earlier on Tuesday after reportedly testing positive for COVID-19. The Lakers players […]