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For the first time since the blockbuster trade shocked the NBA, Luka Doncic and the Lakers faced the Mavericks.
February 25, 2025 at 10:50 PM -
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For the first time since the blockbuster trade shocked the NBA, Luka Doncic and the Lakers faced the Mavericks.
February 25, 2025 at 7:50 PM -
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As if the showdown between the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers needed more intrigue, a Koenigsegg parked right outside Crypto.com Arena added another...
February 25, 2025 at 6:50 PM -
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Attorneys representing LeBron and Bronny James have denied "each and every allegation" made by two people who said they suffered undisclosed injuries and damage to their...
February 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM -
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Located on Melrose Avenue, Arutyun Gozukuchikyan created one of L.A.'s first murals of Luka Doncic, depicting him and Kobe Bryant at the last Lakers game Bryant...
February 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM -
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From a life-altering phone call to quarterbacking the Lakers' offense alongside LeBron James, here are seven moments that define the early Luka-LeBron era for the...
February 25, 2025 at 5:50 AM -
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Luka Doncic had his best game as Laker, exploding for 32 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists as L.A. won in Denver on Saturday for the first time in nearly three...
February 22, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
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The 40-year-old Lakers star reunited with a familiar face before his 40-point game against the Trail Blazers.
February 21, 2025 at 7:50 PM -
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The agent of Hornets center Mark Williams issued a statement Thursday refuting the Lakers' decision to fail his physical, leading to their trade being rescinded two...
February 20, 2025 at 5:50 PM -
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Charlotte Hornets star guard LaMelo Ball played an integral role in Wednesday night's win at the Los Angeles Lakers but will sit out Thursday's game at the Denver...
February 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers star Luka Doncic will not play Thursday against the Trail Blazers because of left calf injury management, the team announced.
February 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM -
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Luka Doncic is going back to work with the Lakers, and he's likely back to full speed as well.
February 19, 2025 at 12:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James missed his first NBA All-Star Game on Sunday night because of lingering discomfort in his left foot and ankle.
February 16, 2025 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht reflected on the chaotic circumstances of the trade that sent him to Charlotte only to be rescinded, saying that it "felt like a...
February 12, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
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Luka Doncic's debut with the Lakers on Monday night peaked at 2.55 million viewers, up 42 percent compared with last year's average NBA game on ESPN.
February 12, 2025 at 3:50 PM -
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Free agent center Alex Len has signed a deal to join the Los Angeles Lakers, providing some much-needed frontcourt depth.
February 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM -
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Luka Doncic scored 14 points in limited playing time during his debut with the Lakers on Monday night, joining their starting lineup alongside LeBron James and...
February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM -
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The Hornets have been in contact with the NBA to explore options to dispute the Lakers' failed physical assessment of Mark Williams, sources told ESPN.
February 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM -
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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was in the starting lineup for Monday night's game against the Jazz but will be on a minutes restriction.
February 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM -
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After successfully building a bridge to the post-LeBron James era, the Lakers rescinded a trade that had landed Luka Doncic's chosen lob partner, and chaos ensued. So...
February 10, 2025 at 4:50 AM -
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The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed L.A.'s physical exam, sources told ESPN.
February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James was ruled out of Saturday's game against the Pacers because of left ankle soreness, the Lakers announced.
February 8, 2025 at 9:50 AM -
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LeBron James scored a season-high 42 points in the Lakers' 120-112 win over the Warriors, passing Michael Jordan as the oldest player to score at least 40 in a...
February 7, 2025 at 12:50 AM -
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Luka Doncic is targeting Monday for his Los Angeles Lakers debut when L.A. hosts the Utah Jazz, a source familiar with Doncic's plans confirmed to ESPN.
February 6, 2025 at 7:50 PM -
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The Lakers are trading Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap to the Hornets for center Mark Williams, sources tell...
February 5, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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The now Los Angeles Lakers teammates spent 4½ seasons together with the Dallas Mavericks.
February 5, 2025 at 3:50 PM -
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The NBA trade deadline is almost here! Check out where all 30 teams stack up before the deadline hits.
February 5, 2025 at 8:50 AM -
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Fans told ESPN that the Mavericks have offered refunds to those who have canceled season tickets in the wake of the trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers.
February 4, 2025 at 4:50 PM -
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Rob Pelinka says the Lakers still have work to do to become a championship roster led by Luka Doncic, specifically identifying center as a big need.
February 4, 2025 at 12:50 PM -
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Luka Doncic said he was shocked when the Mavericks traded him to the Lakers. "I had to check if it was April 1," he said.
February 4, 2025 at 10:50 AM -
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Patrick Mahomes, a Texas native, was like most fans of the Dallas Mavericks stunned by the trade that sent the team's star, Luka Doncic, to the Los Angeles...
February 3, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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The Luka Doncic trade shifted the NBA championship winner market at ESPN BET, with the most wagers since the beginning of the season.
February 3, 2025 at 12:50 PM -
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Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison, sitting alongside coach Jason Kidd on Sunday, emphasized the importance of "culture" in explaining his stunning decision...
February 2, 2025 at 1:50 PM -
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LeBron James intends to stay with the Lakers beyond Thursday's NBA trade deadline, a source familiar with his plans confirmed to ESPN.
February 2, 2025 at 11:50 AM -
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The trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers and Anthony Davis to the Mavericks had swift, drastic implications on the sports betting markets.
February 2, 2025 at 8:50 AM -
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The fantasy and betting landscape shifted drastically following the blockbuster trade on Saturday night involving the Lakers and Mavericks.
February 2, 2025 at 6:50 AM -
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Tracking all the major trades and their details as the 2024-25 NBA regular season rolls on.
February 1, 2025 at 10:50 PM -
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Luka Doncic being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers had players barely believing their eyes -- but we can assure you, it's real. Here's how Joel Embiid, Patrick Mahomes...
February 1, 2025 at 10:50 PM -
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In a blockbuster trade that shook the NBA world, the Mavericks sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis as part of a three-team deal.
February 1, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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The New York Knicks ruled forward OG Anunoby out for the remainder of their Saturday game with the Los Angeles Lakers after he left the contest with a right foot sprain...
February 1, 2025 at 8:50 PM -
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The Lakers opted for a wardrobe change for Saturday's game against the Knicks, ditching their "city edition" uniform after falling to 1-9 in those jerseys.
February 1, 2025 at 5:50 PM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden Saturday night on ABC. Here are some of LeBron James' memorable performances at the world's most...
February 1, 2025 at 10:50 AM -
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Lakers big man Anthony Davis will be out for at least a week after being diagnosed with an abdominal muscle strain. He is set to miss the remaining three games of the...
January 29, 2025 at 8:50 AM -
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Bronny James struggled in his first extensive minutes with the Lakers, missing all his shots to go along with three turnovers, a performance that had coach JJ Redick...
January 28, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
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Lakers star Anthony Davis left in the first quarter of Tuesday night's loss to the Sixers due to an abdominal strain and did not return.
January 28, 2025 at 6:50 PM -
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The Spurs-Lakers game that got postponed earlier this month due to the wildfires in Southern California will now take place on March 17 instead.
January 28, 2025 at 11:50 AM -
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Hornets guard LaMelo Ball left Monday night's game against the Lakers in the second quarter with a left ankle injury.
January 27, 2025 at 5:50 PM -
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Warriors star Stephen Curry presented Lakers coach JJ Redick with two signed jerseys to give to his sons, helping to replenish their memorabilia collection that was lost...
January 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
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Warriors star Stephen Curry said his injured thumb is a lingering issue but "shouldn't bother me like it did" Saturday night, when he shot 0-of-8 in the second half of a...
January 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
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The NBA world remembers the life and legacy of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, who died Jan. 26, 2020.
January 25, 2025 at 5:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis told ESPN he believes the Lakers are "right there" for title contention and hopes they make a move for a center before the Feb. 6 trade deadline.
January 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James and leading vote-getter Giannis Antetokounmpo highlighted the NBA All-Star starters that were unveiled Thursday night.
January 23, 2025 at 5:50 PM -
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Magic Johnson said Tatum refused to work out for the Lakers. Tatum's camp says that isn't true. Here's what happened -- and why the 2017 draft is a now defining moment...
January 23, 2025 at 7:50 AM -
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The new Netflix comedy "Running Point" has a storyline similar to Jeanie Buss' tenure as president and controlling owner of the Los Angeles Lakers.
January 22, 2025 at 3:50 PM -
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Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt, who has been sidelined for almost a year with feet problems, has been cleared to return on Saturday, coach JJ Redick said.
January 22, 2025 at 11:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis was a late scratch against the Nets on Friday night because of plantar fasciitis in his left foot, but coach JJ Redick said his "assumption" is that Davis...
January 17, 2025 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James on Wednesday addressed the toll taken by the Southern California wildfires and the hope the Lakers want to provide, and found connection with a young fan...
January 16, 2025 at 12:50 AM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers star hopped on the "New Heights" podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce to address various topics.
January 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM -
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Coach JJ Redick, whose family lost their home in the catastrophic Los Angeles wildfires last week, took a moment before the Lakers' return to the court against the Spurs...
January 13, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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After the postponement of three games in the L.A. area due to ongoing wildfires, the Lakers and Clippers are expected to return to action with home games...
January 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM -
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The NBA has postponed two Saturday games -- Spurs-Lakers at Crypto.com Arena and Hornets-Clippers at Intuit Dome -- due to the ongoing wildfires in Southern California...
January 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM -
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Lakers coach JJ Redick says he hopes Saturday's game against the Spurs will be played as scheduled, giving the people of Los Angeles 'hope' in the wake of recent...
January 10, 2025 at 2:50 PM -
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The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ...
January 9, 2025 at 11:50 AM -
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The Lakers' growing momentum came to a screeching halt Tuesday night with a 118-97 loss to an undermanned Dallas Mavericks team at American Airlines Center, dropping Los...
January 7, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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Lakers coach JJ Redick called attention to the wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, saying his family was among those forced to evacuate.
January 7, 2025 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers coach kept his words on Charles Barkley brief after the analyst criticized Redick's team and questioned his job security on a broadcast.
January 3, 2025 at 8:50 PM -
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Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo is the early leader in fan balloting for the NBA All-Star Game, and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers seems well on his way toward...
January 2, 2025 at 11:50 AM -
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Newly acquired Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith said of the trade that brought him to the West Coast: "In Brooklyn, we were just fighting to get in the playoffs. Here...
December 30, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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Tracking all the major trades and their details as the 2024-25 NBA regular season rolls on.
December 29, 2024 at 10:50 AM -
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The Lakers have traded D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.
December 29, 2024 at 9:50 AM -
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LeBron James missed his third game of the season on Saturday versus the Kings due to an illness.
December 28, 2024 at 6:50 PM -
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De'Aaron Fox and the struggling Kings have new leadership with interim coach Doug Christie, but change isn't going to happen overnight, as Sacramento dropped a 132-122...
December 28, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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The Warriors, who held a players-only meeting before their Christmas Day showdown with the Lakers, continue to look for a way to turn things around after another...
December 25, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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LeBron James and Steph Curry looked as dominant as ever Wednesday as the Lakers prevailed for a thrilling win over the Warriors.
December 25, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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The Pistons swept the Lakers for the first time since the 2016-17 season.
December 24, 2024 at 2:50 PM -
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The Lakers celebrated LeBron James breaking another record, this time Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's mark for minutes played, and rolled past the Kings 113-100.
December 19, 2024 at 11:50 PM -
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The Warriors' $9.14 billion valuation was tops in the NBA, followed by the Knicks at $8.3 billion and the Lakers at $8.07 billion, according to Sportico.
December 18, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, fresh off a string of promising performances for the South Bay Lakers, will participate in the G League Winter Showcase this...
December 17, 2024 at 10:50 AM -
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After returning Sunday in the Lakers' 116-100 win over the Grizzlies following an eight-day layoff, LeBron James said he had to be convinced to take time away from the...
December 15, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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With LeBron James' concerning play, a lack of consistency and the team's porous defense, here's what's sinking the Lakers -- and what can be done to fix it.
December 13, 2024 at 5:50 AM