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Anthony Davis and LeBron James combined to score 16 of the Lakers' last 18 points in a 109-102 victory Tuesday that evened the best-of-seven series.
May 25, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Brandon Ingram, Julius Randle, D'Angelo Russell and most recently Jordan Clarkson have flourished in their NBA lives after the Lakers.
May 25, 2021 at 10:50 AM -
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The Phoenix Suns issued a warning to the Lakers in Game 1: be ready or be left behind. The Lakers expect to improve in Game 2 on Tuesday.
May 25, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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The NBA announced Monday that LeBron James won't be subject to any quarantine penalties after attending an event for his tequila brand last week.
May 24, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
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Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope did not perform well on offense in Game 1 loss to Suns. He vows to improve and continue playing tough defense.
May 24, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
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'NBA on TNT' analysts Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal break down the Lakers' Game 1 loss to the Suns, discussing how L.A. can get back on track.
May 24, 2021 at 1:50 PM -
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Before he took the court for the Suns' series opener against the Lakers, Chris Paul watched a Kobe Bryant video. It helped him play through an injury.
May 24, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis is supposed to be a game-changer. Against the Phoenix Suns in Game 1, he played soft and decimated the Lakers' chance at victory.
May 23, 2021 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis struggled with their shooting as Devin Booker and the Suns overcame an injury to Chris Paul to defeat the Lakers 99-90 on Sunday in Game 1...
May 23, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
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Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul left the court early in Game 1 against the Lakers after sustaining a bruised right shoulder. He soon returned.
May 23, 2021 at 1:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis was stellar against the Phoenix Suns on May 9, showing how he creates a matchup advantage for the Lakers heading into playoff series.
May 23, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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A look at the first-round playoff series between the Lakers and second-seeded Phoenix Suns.
May 22, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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The Lakers and Suns face off in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Here's how to watch the series featuring LeBron James and Chris Paul.
May 21, 2021 at 7:50 PM -
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The Lakers and Clippers open the NBA playoffs on May 22-23. Here's a guide to the Los Angeles Times' complete coverage.
May 21, 2021 at 12:50 PM -
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Former Lakers star and general manager Jerry West chats with L.A. Times reporter Broderick Turner about the Hall of Fame induction of Kobe Bryant.
May 21, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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The Lakers were teetering against the Warriors when their exhausted leader made the winning shot, because he's LeBron James. Don't ever forget that.
May 20, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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Alex Caruso scored 12 of his 14 points when the Lakers struggled in the first half against the Warriors, continuing to play well in big moments of the win.
May 20, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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LeBron James sank the game-winning three-pointer and the Lakers earned the NBA's seventh seed into the playoffs with a 103-100 win over the Warriors.
May 19, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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The Lakers raised their 2020 NBA championship banner, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis thanking fans, then beat Houston without their two stars.
May 19, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
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The Lakers know they can't afford to underestimate the Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors if they want to make it to the real NBA postseason.
May 18, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
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The NBA released the Game 1 schedule for the first round of playoffs, with the Clippers playing Dallas on Saturday and Lakers aiming for a Sunday start.
May 18, 2021 at 10:50 AM -
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The Lakers fall to the Wizards 116-107 on Wednesday in Washington, D.C.
May 18, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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The Lakers will host Golden State on Wednesday in the NBA play-in tournament with the seventh seed on the line. The first and only order of business is slowing down...
May 17, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
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The NBA defending-champion Lakers and LeBron James never had control of a up-and-down season. Now they have a one-game showdown with Stephen Curry.
May 17, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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The Lakers finished seventh in the Western Conference and will host Golden State in a play-in tournament game Wednesday. How the tournament works.
May 17, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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LeBron James appeared to injure his right ankle again after a layup in Sunday's win over the Pelicans. But James said he's fine, and the Lakers will face the Warriors in...
May 16, 2021 at 8:50 PM -
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The Lakers have LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Dennis Schroder back in the lineup during a 122-115 victory at Indiana.
May 15, 2021 at 1:50 PM -
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Fellow Lakers legend Magic Johnson believes Kobe Bryant's early failure as an 18-year-old pushed him toward a path of greatness.
May 15, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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Lakers star Anthony Davis was prepared for a typical media session Friday when the first question was about Kobe Bryant. Davis was at no loss for words.
May 14, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
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After an injury-riddled run and with playoff seeding on the line, the Lakers might have LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Dennis Schroder in lineup against...
May 14, 2021 at 1:50 PM -
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Former Lakers great and coach Byron Scott remembers Kobe Bryant's work ethic as the key to his Hall of Fame career, but also the questions he asked.
May 14, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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The Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award will honor NBA players committed to community action, social change and justice.
May 13, 2021 at 8:50 AM -
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The Lakers raised their 2020 NBA championship banner, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis thanking fans, then beat Houston without their two stars.
May 13, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers owner Jeanie Buss and GM Rob Pelinka talk about their close personal relationships with Kobe Bryant on eve of his Hall of Fame induction.
May 13, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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Former Lakers star and general manager Jerry West chats with L.A. Times reporter Broderick Turner about the Hall of Fame induction of Kobe Bryant.
May 13, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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With LeBron James and Anthony Davis out, the Lakers hold off a late charge by the last-place Houston Rockets to win 124-122 on banner night.
May 12, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James announced on Twitter he will not return from injury Wednesday night against the Houston Rockets.
May 12, 2021 at 2:50 PM -
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Second-year Lakers player Talen Horton-Tucker weathered seven turnovers to post a double-double and make the winning three-pointer in OT over his childhood...
May 12, 2021 at 7:50 AM -
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Lakers legend Kobe Bryant will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on May 15, 2021. Here is a timeline of his career.
May 12, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers legend Kobe Bryant will be inducted posthumously into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on May 14, 2021.
May 12, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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Former Lakers star Pau Gasol sat with Times sports reporter Broderick Turner to discuss his time playing with Kobe Bryant and what Bryant meant to him.
May 12, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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Wesley Matthews scores a late basket to send the game into overtime before Talen Horton-Tucker hits a go-ahead three-pointer in the Lakers' 101-99 win.
May 11, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James was a full participant in practice Monday, taking part in a short scrimmage. He's day to day, coach Frank Vogel said.
May 10, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
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A nine-part documentary series on the last 4 decades of Lakers basketball will air on Hulu in 2022. The project is led by Jeanie Buss and Antoine Fuqua.
May 10, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
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After the Lakers defeated the Phoenix Suns, 123-110, Davis said fellow All-Star LeBron James 'looks good in workouts.'
May 10, 2021 at 7:50 AM -
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Alex Caruso had another big performance in the Lakers' defeat of Phoenix, and coach Frank Vogel said he should be on the NBA's All-Defensive team.
May 10, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis helped the Lakers open a big lead and then hold off a Phoenix Suns rally, finishing with 42 points and 12 rebounds in the 123-110 victory.
May 9, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Despite a big effort from Anthony Davis, the Lakers lost a pivotal game to Portland and have an uphill climb to stay out of the play-in tournament.
May 8, 2021 at 7:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis scored 36 points and Alex Caruso added a season-best 18, but the Lakers lost 106-101 at Portland and dropped into seventh place in the West.
May 7, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Five takeaways from the Lakers' loss to the Clippers on Thursday night, when they dropped into a tie with the Trail Blazers, who they play Friday.
May 7, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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This latest chapter in the Lakers legacy of Anthony Davis will be written about how strongly he can carry a team, but he's not playing like a giant.
May 7, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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Paul George had 24 points as the Clippers blew out the Lakers 118-94 on Thursday at Staples Center.
May 6, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers forward Anthony Davis didn't return to Thursday's game against the Clippers because of back spasms, the team said.
May 6, 2021 at 9:50 PM -
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New Lakers center Andre Drummond says he'll be back as soon as possible after losing his entire toenail during a game against the Bucks.
May 6, 2021 at 8:50 PM -
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La intrigante posibilidad de una reunión de playoffs entre los dos equipos de Los Ángeles se avecina, pero ninguno de los dos equipos está mirando...
May 6, 2021 at 10:50 AM -
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The Clippers host the Lakers in the latest edition of the Hallway Series. What's on the line Thursday night as Clippers get a boost with the return of Patrick...
May 5, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
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The intriguing possibility of a playoff meeting between the two Los Angeles teams is looming larger, but neither squad is looking ahead.
May 5, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers star LeBron James will likely miss Thursday's game with the Clippers and Friday's game at Portland with a sore right ankle.
May 4, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
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The Lakers squeaked out a victory over the Denver Nuggets despite scoring only 93 points to snap a 3-game losing streak, which pleased Anthony Davis.
May 4, 2021 at 8:50 AM -
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Lakers veterans Marc Gasol and Wesley Matthews played key roles in the short-handed Lakers' much-needed win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night.
May 4, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Regardless of what LeBron James might say, the Lakers' chances to repeat as NBA champions are over.
May 4, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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The Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets 93-89 on Monday at Staples Center despite missing LeBron James (ankle) and Dennis Schroder (COVID-19 protocol).
May 3, 2021 at 11:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James is out tonight vs. Nuggets while point guard Dennis Schroder likely will miss the next 10-14 days while in COVID-19 protocols.
May 3, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
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Five takeaways from the Lakers' 121-114 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Sunday at Staples Center, including LeBron James' health and their confidence level.
May 3, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers star LeBron James is not happy about play-in games and says if he's not 100%, a title repeat is out of the question. Health is No. 1 priority.
May 3, 2021 at 3:50 AM -
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The Lakers fell into a fifth-place tie with Dallas and Portland in the Western Conference standings with a 121-114 loss to Toronto on Sunday night.
May 2, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Dennis Schroder will miss the Lakers game Sunday because of COVID protocols while LeBron James and Alex Caruso are available against Toronto Raptors.
May 2, 2021 at 6:50 PM -
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The Lakers acquired center Andre Drummond to pair with superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis. What we learned from their first game together.
May 1, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
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The Lakers wasted a 17-point lead in Anthony Davis' second game back and fell 108-93 to the Mavericks, who moved to within 1½ games of fifth-place L.A.
May 1, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Lakers star LeBron James returned after missing 20 games because of injury, giving the team exactly what it needs to win another NBA title, Bill Plaschke...
May 1, 2021 at 4:50 AM -
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LeBron James returns to the court for the Lakers and has a chance to deliver a win but misses a three-pointer in the final seconds of a loss to Kings.
April 30, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James, who has missed 20 games because of a sprained right ankle, played in Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings.
April 30, 2021 at 12:50 PM -
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Takeaways from the Lakers' 116-107 loss to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. Coach Frank Vogel gave no timeline on LeBron James' return from injury.
April 29, 2021 at 7:50 AM -
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The Lakers fall to the Wizards 116-107 on Wednesday in Washington, D.C.
April 28, 2021 at 7:50 PM -
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After the Lakers star tweeted about the fatal police shooting of a girl in Ohio, an LAPD cop tells him: "Your current stance ... is so off base"
April 28, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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In the Lakers' win at Orlando on Monday, Montrezl Harrell unleashed all the energy he had stored up from not playing in Saturday's loss at Dallas.
April 27, 2021 at 6:50 AM -
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Dennis Schroder says LeBron James is close to coming back from an ankle injury, but the exact timeline for the Lakers star's return remains an unknown.
April 27, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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After seeing the Orlando Magic make their 16-point lead disappear, the Lakers surged late to take what Anthony Davis called a "must-win" game.
April 26, 2021 at 6:50 PM -
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The Lakers are trying to keep Andre Drummond, Montrezl Harrell and Marc Gasol "sharp" with playing time, which sometimes means one of them rides the bench. Here are five...
April 25, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
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The Lakers wasted a 17-point lead in Anthony Davis' second game back and fell 108-93 to the Mavericks, who moved to within 1½ games of fifth-place L.A.
April 24, 2021 at 9:50 PM