Tag: Dorian Finney-Smith

Dorian Finney-Smith Believes Lakers Needed Adversity To Grow As Team

Following what some would consider their worst showing of the season against the Chicago Bulls, many hoped the Los Angeles Lakers would bounce back on Monday night against the Orlando Magic. But unfortunately, despite finally having their entire rotation healthy,…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Dorian Finney-Smith Knew Luka Doncic Was Different When Playing 1-On-1 For First Time

When the Los Angeles Lakers shockingly traded for Luka Doncic, it was a seismic change for L.A. as they flipped their roster upside down. Thankfully, he was not moved by himself, as Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris were also traded…

Matthew Valento

Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves & Others Out As Lakers Host Bucks In 6th Game In 8 Days

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in the midst of a six-game in eight-day stretch, which hasn't been ideal considering a number of key players are banged up. They have won three straight games though and look for a fourth…

Daniel Starkand

Luka Doncic, Dorian Finney-Smith & Jordan Goodwin Getting Acclimated To Lakers-Nuggets Rivalry

The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets have built up quite a rivalry over the past couple years with the latter eliminating the form in each of the past two postseasons. This season, the matchups between the two sides have…

Corey Hansford

Dorian Finney-Smith Discusses How Close Lakers Are To Unlocking Offense Around Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers have had an unexpected identity since acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic starring alongside LeBron James and Austin Reaves gave the impression that they would be a high-octane offense that maybe would struggle on…

Ron Gutterman

JJ Redick: Dorian Finney-Smith Helped Turn Lakers’ Season Around

Dorian Finney-Smith made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on Dec. 31 after being traded from the Brooklyn Nets. He was brought in to be a wing that could hit open shots, but more importantly, be a defensive stopper…

Ron Gutterman

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic Questionable, Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks and Dorian Finney-Smith (left ankle soreness) is not on it, signaling he will return after a one-game absence. Luka Doncic (right ankle soreness) is questionable…

Daniel Starkand

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James & Dorian Finney-Smith Out, Luka Doncic & Jaxson Hayes Questionable Vs. Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. LeBron James (left groin strain) and Dorian Finney-Smith (left ankle soreness) are out while Luka Doncic (back soreness) and Jaxson Hayes (right knee contusion) are…

Matt Peralta

Dorian Finney-Smith: Lakers Proving How Deep Roster Is

The Los Angeles Lakers have been hit by the injury bug lately, losing Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and Jordan Goodwin to minor ailments. That hasn't affected their ability to win, however, as they are currently sporting a six-game winning streak…

Daniel Starkand

LeBron James & JJ Redick Discuss What Dorian Finney-Smith Has Brought To Lakers

A lot of the attention has naturally gone to the Los Angeles Lakers trading for Luka Doncic that their acquisition of Dorian Finney-Smith has largely gone under the radar. Finney-Smith has made a big impact since joining the team though…

Daniel Starkand