LeBron James Discusses How Lakers Can Improve Perimeter Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a strong 17-7 start to the 2025-26 campaign. L.A. weathered the storm of LeBron James missing nearly a month at the start of the season, and has continued their winning ways since his…
Lakers Video: Jake LaRavia Wins Team Pickleball Tournament
Jake LaRavia has made a nice addition to the Los Angeles Lakers as the versatile forward does a little bit of everything on both sides of the court. LaRavia signed a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers in free…
This Day In Lakers History: NBA Winning Streak Record Broken, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Becomes First Player To 32,000 Points
Two major events that defined and contributed to making the NBA what it is occurred in Los Angeles Lakers history...
Lakers News: LeBron James Dismisses Any Thoughts Of Playoffs At This Point In Season
Even though the Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best teams in the West so far this season, there have been concerns about the team's defense and whether or not they can truly compete with the elite of…
JJ Redick: Lakers Are Getting Exposed For Same Issues In Losses
The Los Angeles Lakers looked like a solid bet to advance in the Emirates NBA Cup as they hosted the San Antonio Spurs in the quarterfinals. The Spurs were without Victor Wembanyama who continues to rehab from a calf strain,…
Luka Doncic: Lakers Must Figure Out Defensive Issues Quickly
Coming into the season, there were questions about whether the Los Angeles Lakers could defend at a high enough level to contend. And despite their strong start to the season, those questions have remained as the Lakers have had good…
Lakers News: Marcus Smart Felt Good Physically In Return To Action
The Los Angeles Lakers had been without Marcus Smart for the past six games as he dealt with a back injury, and the team sorely missed his energy and defensive presence. Smart is one of the team's best perimeter defenders…
Lakers Traveling To Suns On Sunday After Being Eliminated From Emirates NBA Cup
The Los Angeles Lakers won West Group B of the Emirates NBA Cup with a perfect 4-0 record, setting themselves up to host the San Antonio Spurs in the quarterfinals of the Knockout Rounds. The Lakers entered the primetime matchup…
Lakers News: Redick Not Concerned With Austin Reaves’ Second Straight Rough Game
Austin Reaves has not only been one of the best players on the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but he's been one of the best in the league. Reaves has performed at an All-Star level, and when LeBron James and…
Lakers Trade Rumors: Pelicans Wing Herb Jones Not Currently Available
There is no denying that the Los Angeles Lakers still need to improve their perimeter defense. The team is not the most athletic and when facing squads with multiple excellent athletes, the Lakers have often struggled. However, there is still…
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