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Lakers players found out on flight back to Los Angeles from Philadelphia that Kobe Bryant had been killed in a helicopter crash.
January 26, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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Athletes, celebrities, fans and political leaders mourned Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on social media after he died in a Calabasas helicopter crash.
January 26, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas on Sunday. Share your memories of one of basketball's greatest with the L.A. Times.
January 26, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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Lakers forward LeBron James surpassed Kobe Bryant at No. 3 among all-time scorers and finished with 29 points, but Philadelphia claimed a 108-91 win Saturday.
January 25, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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A look at why LeBron James playing like Magic Johnson is a good thing for the Lakers.
January 25, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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The Lakers will have multiple players in the NBA All-Star game for the first time since 2013, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis both selected as starters.
January 24, 2020 at 11:50 AM -
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Jared Dudley doesn't have to be a star on the Lakers to be a leader. But when he comes through in big moments, like he did against the Nets, he can still shine.
January 23, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers beat the Brooklyn Nets 128-113 to sweep a New York City back-to-back and improve to 36-9.
January 23, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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After a lifeless loss to the Boston Celtics, the Lakers showed a similar lack of energy in New York but were able to beat the Knicks, 100-92.
January 22, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Gary Payton opines on LeBron James' staggering assist totals and scoring limits, why the Clippers will beat the Lakers, and regrets over his one season in L.A.
January 22, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers center Dwight Howard will attempt to win another dunk contest, he announced in New York.
January 22, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James had a busy Monday that started with watching son Bronny play, a moment marred by a trash-throwing incident involving a fan.
January 21, 2020 at 9:50 AM -
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On the parquet floor against the Lakers' hated rivals, the Boston Celtics, there were few friendly faces, and much of the crowd at TD Garden kept the arena packed in...
January 20, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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The Lakers announced that Anthony Davis will be available to play Monday against the Boston Celtics, marking his return after missing five games with a bruise on his...
January 20, 2020 at 10:50 AM -
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Kyle Kuzma was once thought of as an offense first guard, but he's proven to his Lakers teammates he can be just as effective on the defensive end of the floor.
January 19, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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The Lakers try different defensive tactics against Houston star James Harden with postseason in mind during their victory on Saturday night.
January 18, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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LeBron James had 31 points and 12 assists as the Lakers used strong defense in the second half to beat the Rockets 124-115 in Houston on Saturday.
January 18, 2020 at 8:50 PM -
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Lonzo Ball, the former Lakers and current New Orleans Pelicans point guard, chooses his game-winning effort in UCLA's win over Oregon as his best game ever.
January 18, 2020 at 8:50 AM -
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From players on the roster to their coaches and observers, there is a general consensus about this Lakers team. They really like each other.
January 17, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers forward LeBron James and Mavericks guard Luka Doncic again top fan voting for All-Star game, while Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is a close third.
January 16, 2020 at 12:50 PM -
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Quinn Cook had his best game of the season Wednesday night, but it wasn't enough for the understaffed Lakers to overcome the sub-.500 Orlando Magic.
January 16, 2020 at 8:50 AM -
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Each time the Lakers put themselves within striking distance in the final minutes, the Orlando Magic had an answer to claim a 119-118 win on Wednesday.
January 15, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis is out for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic, making it the fourth consecutive game he'll miss because of a bruised gluteus maximus.
January 15, 2020 at 12:50 PM -
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In their three games without Anthony Davis as he recovers from a bruised glute, the Lakers have won three times. 'It looks like they don't need me,' he joked.
January 14, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Dwight Howard's 2013 split from the Lakers was acrimonious. The second time around has been surprisingly successful and refreshingly free of drama.
January 14, 2020 at 10:50 AM -
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The Lakers defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 128-99 behind offensive productions from LeBron James, Dwight Howard and others in double figures.
January 13, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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After Kyle Kuzma's name came up in trade speculation, the forward has become a major contributor to the Lakers with Anthony Davis out because of an injury.
January 12, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Lakers point guard Rajon Rondo has an injured finger on his shooting hand, although X-ray came back negative for a break. He'll have an MRI exam in L.A.
January 11, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Kyle Kuzma had a season-high 36 points and the Lakers built a 33-point lead in the third quarter behind a group effort Saturday in beating Oklahoma City...
January 11, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James will miss the Lakers' game Saturday at Oklahoma City with flu-like symptoms, the team announced.
January 11, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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LeBron James nearly had a triple-double and Kyle Kuzma contributed 26 points in a 129-114 win over Dallas despite Anthony Davis sitting out because of injury.
January 10, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers have promoted general manager Rob Pelinka to vice president of basketball operations. He will remain the GM as well.
January 10, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis will not play against the Mavericks on Friday in Dallas after suffering a bruise to his backside.
January 10, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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Let's start by discussing an All-Star phenomenon that's growing in strength. That would be the fan voting for Alex Caruso.
January 10, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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It was still unclear whether the Lakers would have Anthony Davis for Friday's game against the Mavericks as he was listed as questionable after sustaining a bruise on...
January 9, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers forward LeBron James has surpassed Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic as the top vote-getter in fan balloting for the NBA All-Star game.
January 9, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis will travel with the team to Dallas and Oklahoma City. He is questionable for Friday's game with a bruised buttocks.
January 8, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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In a scary moment at Staples Center, Anthony Davis landed on his tailbone and had to be helped off the court.
January 7, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Instead of trading struggling forward Kyle Kuzma, the Lakers need to be patient because he's a good third option on a LeBron James-led team.
January 7, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis has turned down a contract offer from the Lakers, but the star forward's agent previously said he wouldn't sign a deal until free agency.
January 7, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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Getting a Dwight Howard jersey at the Lakers' team store might be difficult, but it's easy to see how big of a season the once-maligned center has had with the...
January 6, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers' LeBron James earned his second Western Conference player of the week honor of the season for the week of Dec. 30 (his birthday) through Jan. 5.
January 6, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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The Lakers recorded 20 blocks in their 106-99 victory over the Detroit Pistons, but Avery Bradley's ankle injury could be cause for concern.
January 5, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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The Lakers had a rare practice Saturday, a chance for them to get up and down the court and prepare for the sets they expect to see when they face the Detroit Pistons on...
January 4, 2020 at 8:50 PM -
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Former Lakers Lonzo Ball and Brandon Ingram combined for 55 points, but Anthony Davis scored 46 to help the Lakers prevail 123-113 over the Pelicans.
January 3, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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The Lakers shook off a four-game losing streak and some drama among players to end December atop the Western Conference with a favorable schedule ahead.
January 3, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis received the most All-Star game votes among West frontcourt players while Kawhi Leonard and Paul George were third and fourth.
January 2, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Avery Bradley's patience paid off on Wednesday, when he scored a season-high 18 points in the Lakers' 117-107 victory over Phoenix at Staples Center.
January 2, 2020 at 9:50 AM -
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The Lakers showed what their capable of in the first half before running into some shooting issues in the second half of a 117-107 win over the Phoenix Suns.
January 1, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Monday night at his 35th birthday party, LeBron James found another opportunity to bring his teammates together to bond: "We had a heck of a time."
December 31, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Lakers coach Frank Vogel says the team performed "very well" over a 9-5 December that included the team's first losing streak of the season.
December 30, 2019 at 8:50 AM -
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LeBron James is closer to being over the hill, but his play over the last two games, in particular, shows how much he brings to the Lakers and the NBA.
December 29, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers kept the Mavericks' shooters in check and leaned on big contributions from Anthony Davis and Dwight Howard to defeat the Mavericks 108-95.
December 29, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers ended their first losing streak with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope threes, Kyle Kuzma Euro steps, LeBron James no-look passes and Anthony Davis dunks and...
December 28, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James had been listed as questionable to play Saturday night against the Trail Blazers in Portland, but the team announced he will play.
December 28, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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The Lakers rank 18th in the NBA in three-pointers and have made fewer than a third of the threes they've attempted in 12 of their 31 games.
December 28, 2019 at 6:50 AM -
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LeBron James is dealing with a groin contusion that could sideline him Saturday when the Lakers play the Portland Trail Blazers.
December 27, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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The Lakers had been lucky this season by avoiding major injuries, but LeBron James has back and groin issues that might limit his playing time.
December 26, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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The Clippers insisted that beating the Lakers in a frantically hyped nationally televised Christmas Day matchup meant nothing special. Can we believe that?
December 25, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
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Clippers guard Patrick Beverley got the best of Lakers star LeBron James in the final seconds by causing a turnover that helped complete a 111-106 victory.
December 25, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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Kawhi Leonard had a game-high 35 points and led a third-quarter rally to lead the Clippers to a 111-106 victory over the Lakers on Christmas Day.
December 25, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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Scouts are impressed overall with the Lakers amid their 24-6 start, but the team's lack of depth could put it at a disadvantage against the Clippers.
December 24, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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As the Lakers and Clippers get set to face each other on Christmas, the question remains: Do we know who these teams truly are?
December 24, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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All signs point to LeBron James and Anthony Davis playing in the Lakers' Christmas Day showdown with the Clippers despite their nagging injuries.
December 23, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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The status of LeBron James makes it difficult to asses the strengths of Lakers-Clippers matchup on Christmas Day.
December 23, 2019 at 9:50 AM -
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Kyle Kuzma finishes with 14 points and four rebounds in the Lakers' loss to the Denver Nuggets after missing five games with a sprained ankle.
December 23, 2019 at 7:50 AM -
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Both the Lakers and Clippers are hitting rough patches after their phenomenal starts. Will their Christmas Day showdown live up to its promise?
December 22, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers struggle to keep up with the Denver Nuggets without LeBron James on the court, losing 128-104
December 22, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James will not play against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday because of a thoracic muscle strain.
December 22, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers coach Frank Vogel is acing his toughest test, with a style more collaborative than authoritarian. His positivity and jokes come with mutual respect.
December 21, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
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The G League is more than a developmental league for players. Coaches, executives and trainers are moving into the NBA after starts there.
December 21, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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LeBron James is doubtful for the Lakers game against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday because of a thoracic muscle strain. Kyle Kuzma is probable.
December 21, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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The Lakers have only been home for four days in December and don't catch much of a break heading into Christmas with the Nuggets and Clippers next.
December 20, 2019 at 10:50 AM -
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Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo pantomimed placing a crown on his head during a big game against LeBron James (a.k.a. King James) and the Lakers.
December 20, 2019 at 9:50 AM -
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In a showdown between the best team in the Eastern Conference and the best team in the Western Conference, the Lakers didn't have enough in a 111-104 loss.
December 19, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers power forward Anthony Davis was cleared to play Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks and Kyle Kuzma might be back Sunday.
December 19, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James will go head-to-head in the first game in NBA history between two teams with fewer than five losses each this late in the...
December 18, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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It's been six months since Magic Johnson walked out on the Lakers. In that time, he's rediscovered himself, while the team has regained its winning form.
December 18, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
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With Anthony Davis out because of injury, the Lakers struggled against the Indiana Pacers in a 105-102 loss that ended their 14-game road winning streak.
December 17, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Lakers forward Anthony Davis is not playing against the Indianapolis Pacers tonight because of a sprained ankle.
December 17, 2019 at 4:50 PM