Tag: Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers Injury Update: Luka Doncic & Rui Hachimura Available; Marcus Smart & Adou Thiero Out Vs. Nets

Luka Doncic (left hamstring soreness) and Rui Hachimura (right calf injury management) are available for the Los Angeles Lakers' contest on Friday night against the Brooklyn Nets. However Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion) and Adou Thiero (left knee soreness) are…

LeBron James Believes Bronny James ‘Belongs’ In NBA

When the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James 55th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, the instant reaction was that it was to cater to LeBron James. LeBron was open about his desire to play with his son, and the…

Luka Doncic Accomplishes Feat Last Done By Michael Jordan

Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 5-1 record on their recent six-game road trip. Doncic dropped 43 points in the Lakers' road finale against the Indiana Pacers, making it look easy in the process. Doncic has always…

Tyrese Maxey Reveals Friendly Competition With LeBron James

Many of the great up-and-coming stars in the NBA today grew up watching Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. Now that they are in the league alongside him, some have been able to develop a real relationship with LeBron. One…

This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson Makes Head Coaching Debut

Following the unexpected retirement of Magic Johnson, the 1990s were a stop-gap towards the next generation of...

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Gives Blunt Response To Preparing For LeBron James

LeBron James has fully embraced his new role with the Los Angeles Lakers, playing third fiddle behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. While James may not be the center of the Lakers' offense any more, he has found ways to…

Luka Doncic Missed Caitlin Clark Working As Photographer, But Is ‘Big Fan’

The Los Angeles Lakers went into Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday night and took care of business against the Indiana Pacers. The 137-130 final score is a little misleading, as the Lakers were in command the entire way. And one familiar…

Lakers ‘Needed’ Bronny James Against Pacers, And More Praise

Bronny James has played sparingly for the Los Angeles Lakers through his first two NBA seasons. Because the Lakers have been set at the guard positions, James has gotten most of his basketball reps with the South Bay team. As…

Jaxson Hayes Fueled By Extra Motivation In 20-And-10 Game

The Los Angeles Lakers finished their grueling road trip by holding off a feisty Indiana Pacers team to come away with a 137-130 win. Luka Doncic led all players with 43 points, but the Lakers also received significant contributions from…

Adam Silver Sends Strong Message To Fans About NBA Tanking Issue

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has his hands full with several developments across the league, though the hottest topic is tanking. The upcoming 2026 NBA Draft is littered with potential franchise players, so teams have been openly tanked this season in…