Lakers News: Rui Hachimura Discusses How Role Changes With LeBron James Out
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without superstar LeBron James to begin the season due to sciatica on his right side, which means other players like Rui Hachimura will need to step up in his absence to keep pace in…
Lakers Preseason: Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt & Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes have been ruled out of Tuesday night's preseason game against the Phoenix Suns. There were no injuries given for any of the players, so it's…
Lakers Preseason Highlights: Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura & Deandre Ayton Lead Way Against Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers had a week of practice after dropping their first two preseason games, and that showed when they took the floor on Sunday night. The Lakers hosted the Golden State Warriors in their third of six preseason…
Lakers Highlights: Austin Reaves, RJ Davis & Rui Hachimura Lead Scoring In Preseason Loss To Suns
After several months of anticipation, the Los Angeles Lakers were back on the floor for preseason action. The Lakers hosted the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, though fans in attendance missed out on several of the regulars…
Lakers Media Day: Rui Hachimura Discusses Preference To Be In Starting Lineup
With the offseason additions the Los Angeles Lakers made, there have been some questions about what the starting lineup for this team will be this season. In particular, there are some who wonder whether the starting spot that has been…
Lakers News: JJ Redick Sees Confidence & Joy Growing For Rui Hachimura
Rui Hachimura is in a contract year and is eligible for a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. As L.A. evaluates its future with Luka Doncic, it feels like players like Hachimura on expiring deals are auditioning to stick…
Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Not Willing To Discuss Contract Extension Talks With Rui Hachimura
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2025-26 season with what is effectively a one-year roster. General manager Rob Pelinka kept future flexibility in mind when building out the team, as only four of their 14 players have a guaranteed contract…
Lakers Nation Roundtable: Storylines To Watch For During Training Camp
The start of the Los Angeles Lakers' 2025-26 season is just around the corner as Media Day is set for Monday, Sept. 29 with training camp and the preseason to follow. This will be an important training camp for the…
2024-2025 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Rui Hachimura
After being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, Rui Hachimura had to adjust his game to fit around stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Previously playing under Darvin Ham, he struggled to find a consistent role, which stunted his development.…
Lakers Rumors: Rui Hachimura Unlikely To Receive Contract Extension
The future of Rui Hachimura has been an interesting storyline to monitor for the Los Angeles Lakers. Originally drafted in the lottery by the Washington Wizards, he did not live up to the expectations which led to him being traded…
