Luka Doncic Believes Rui Hachimura Is Having Underrated Season For Lakers
An unsung hero for the Los Angeles Lakers so far this season has been Rui Hachimura, who has been a steady source of offense while holding his own defensively. To Hachimura's credit, his shot attempts have fluctuated depending on who…
JJ Redick: Deandre Ayton Showing He’s Winning Basketball Player With Lakers
A storyline worth monitoring entering the 2025-26 season was Deandre Ayton with the Los Angeles Lakers. After last year, L.A. clearly needed a starting caliber center to pair next to Luka Doncic and general manager Rob Pelinka signed Ayton on…
Lakers News: Luka Doncic Putting More Focus On Defensive End Of Floor
One of the main criticisms throughout the career of Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic has been his defense, namely that he gave very little effort on that end of the floor. But after his physical transformation this past offseason, many…
Lakers Rumors: Mark Walter Values Jeanie Buss As Partner & Will Take His Time Implementing Changes
Whenever a new owner purchases a team it seems like almost a foregone conclusion that said owner will look to make some big moves and changes in order to make their mark on the franchise, and oftentimes it turns out…
Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Out, Maxi Kleber Questionable Vs. Hawks
The Los Angeles Lakers are listing guard Austin Reaves (right groin strain) as out for the team's contest against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night while Maxi Kleber (abdominal muscle strain) has been upgraded to questionable. Reaves has missed the…
Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Has Been Consulting With Dodgers Executive Andrew Friedman
The Los Angeles Lakers and Dodgers have long been linked as the two most popular franchises in Southern California. Lakers legend Magic Johnson becoming a minority owner of the Dodgers only strengthened that bond and now the two franchises are…
Lakers News: Rui Hachimura & Marcus Smart Praise Luka Doncic’s Defense
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been on a tear to start the 2025-26 season, leading the team to a 7-2 record. Doncic was instrumental in the Lakers' most recent win, a thrilling comeback against the San Antonio Spurs…
Lakers News: JJ Redick ‘Not Surprised’ By Strong Play Of Jake LaRavia
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Jake LaRavia in free agency, the move wasn't widely discussed given his relative anonymity to the common NBA fan. LaRavia split the 2024-25 season between the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, but ultimately signed…
Luka Doncic: Marcus Smart Does Some Things Defensively ‘I’ve Never Seen In My Life’
The Los Angeles Lakers have to be pleased with the way Marcus Smart has quickly integrated himself with the team despite missing time in training camp and preseason. Smart was the Lakers' final free agent signing after being bought out…
Lakers News: JJ Redick Believes Rui Hachimura Made ‘Two Biggest Plays’ Against Spurs
With LeBron James still sidelined due to a sciatica issue, Rui Hachimura has been afforded more opportunities to shine offensively for the Los Angeles Lakers, Hachimura is one of several returners for the 2025-26 season and so far has performed…
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