Tag: New Orleans Pelicans

Marcus Smart Believes Comeback Win Over Pelicans Could Change Trajectory Of Lakers’ Season

This season has been a roller coaster for the Los Angeles Lakers as the team has gone through stretches of excellent play, while at other times looking like a team that wouldn't make the playoffs. With their victory over the…

Lakers Highlights: Luka Doncic & LeBron James Lead Comeback Effort Against Pelicans

After a rough stretch following the All-Star break, the Los Angeles Lakers have started to rediscover themselves. The Lakers entered their Tuesday night matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans with a modest two-game winning streak after dominant wins over the…

Recap: Lakers Come Back To Beat Pelicans For Third Straight Win

Coming off two impressive blowout victories, the Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things going on Tuesday night when they welcomed the New Orleans Pelicans to town. The Pelicans record may not be great, but their roster has a lot…

Lakers Injury Update: Maxi Kleber Available Vs. Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Maxi Kleber (back soreness) is available for Tuesday night's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 34-year-old originally was not on the Lakers' injury report but was then downgraded to questionable earlier in the…

Chris Paul Reflects On 2011 Vetoed Trade To Lakers

One of the most infamous days in Los Angeles Lakers history came on Dec. 8, 2011. It was on this day that the NBA vetoed a trade that would have sent point guard Chris Paul to the Lakers for "basketball…

Lakers Trade Rumors: Pelicans Informing Teams Herb Jones & Others Not Available

The trade deadline is now officially less than a month away and the Los Angeles Lakers once again are in need of moves to upgrade their roster. One name in particular they have been linked to is New Orleans Pelicans…

Lakers Highlights: LeBron James & Luka Doncic Score 30 Each To Beat Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to keep things rolling on Tuesday night as they hit the road to take on the New Orleans Pelicans in the first night of a back-to-back. The Lakers have not lost yet in 2026 and…

Recap: LeBron James & Luka Doncic Close Out Pelicans For Third Straight Lakers Win

The Los Angeles Lakers went on the road for a quick two-game trip, starting with the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night. The Lakers remained shorthanded without key pieces, but were looking for their third straight win to begin 2026.…

Lakers Injury Update: Gabe Vincent Out Vs. Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers have announced that veteran guard Gabe Vincent (lumbar back strain) is out for Tuesday night's game against the New Orleans Pelicans after originally being listed as questionable. This will be the ninth consecutive game Vincent has…

NBA Rumors: Pelicans Wing Herb Jones Remains On Lakers’ Trade ‘Wish List’

If there is one area that is in need of improvement on the Los Angeles Lakers roster, it is the team's perimeter defense. The Lakers have a couple of players who specialize on that side of the floor such as…