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Each year, Kyle Kuzma writes down his goals for the season. He knows one thing that will definitely be on that list this fall. "Trying to be an All-Star," Kuzma said. On...
February 15, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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When one looks back on the Lakers' season, it can be summarized by saying: "Magic destroyed the team by offering to trade everyone for Anthony Davis." That, and Rob...
February 15, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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This is not the All-Star break Magic Johnson and LeBron James envisioned when the game's best player announced he was joining the Lakers in July. Still, there are some...
February 15, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Friday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 15, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
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The big news surrounding the NBA's All-Star weekend has been LeBron James publicly reiterating that, after retirement, he hopes to own an NBA team. The bigger and better...
February 14, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Thursday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 14, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
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What had seemed a foregone conclusion before the season started is now simply a "notion" as the Lakers limp into the NBA All-Star break with a below-.500 record for the...
February 13, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
There have been no internal discussions about Lakers coach Luke Walton's job status in the wake of the team's loss to the lowly Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night, according...
February 13, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
In the latest episode of the "Arrive Early, Leave Late" podcast, NBA writer Brad Turner discusses the recent Anthony Davis trade saga between the Lakers and New Orleans...
February 13, 2019 at 8:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
He was the greatest and most celebrated acquisition in franchise history. He was going to immediately carry the team deep into the playoffs. He was going to attract the...
February 12, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James' triple-double couldn't save the Lakers from facing a harsh truth. The Lakers might miss the playoffs for a sixth consecutive season. The Lakers lost to the...
February 12, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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After a brief investigation, the NBA has determined there was no improper communication between the Lakers and 76ers guard Ben Simmons, and that Magic Johnson's comments...
February 12, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 12, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
A year and a half ago, the idea that the Lakers defense was struggling because Lonzo Ball was out might have been a hard pill to swallow. Ball came into the league with...
February 11, 2019 at 2:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Magic Johnson raised some eyebrows on Sunday when he said the Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons reached out to the Lakers to request a meeting with Johnson to talk...
February 11, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
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The Philadelphia 76ers were among the teams in the Eastern Conference who padded their roster at the trade deadline in preparation for a playoff run. The Lakers...
February 11, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Monday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 11, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
For a while the Lakers hung with the Philadelphia 76ers, matching their scoring outburst. But a lack of defensive intensity ultimately hurt them too much against a team...
February 10, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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Magic Johnson has no regrets about the public nature of his conversations with New Orleans Pelicans general manager Dell Demps during the past two weeks as the Lakers...
February 10, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Saturday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 9, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Ivica Zubac was almost in bed for his customary pregame nap Thursday when Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka informed the 7-foot center he'd been traded. Zubac was...
February 9, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James understands how much fans love talking about players changing teams, but said Saturday morning that his All-Star team selections had no ulterior motive...
February 9, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers' 129-128 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night had a healing effect. Players spent the week frustrated and tense, some hurt or worried about what...
February 8, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Hi this is Tania Ganguli, Lakers beat writer for the L.A. Times, here with your post-trade deadline newsletter. We said last week that everything, or nothing, might have...
February 8, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Sensing that the Lakers have been weighed down by the persistent trade rumors over the last few weeks, Magic Johnson, the Lakers' president of basketball operations...
February 8, 2019 at 9:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
There was an assumption heading into Thursday night's game that the Lakers were in for a rough night. This assumption was based on Tuesday night's 42-point loss to the...
February 8, 2019 at 6:50 AM -
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Two days after a lifeless 42-point loss amid trade rumors, the Lakers topped one of the Eastern Conference's best teams. Rajon Rondo, who won a championship in Boston...
February 7, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
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The trade deadline has passed, Anthony Davis is still on the New Orleans Pelicans and it suddenly feels possible this LeBron-in-L.A. project goes the way of the infamous...
February 7, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Clippers are trading starting guard Avery Bradley to the Memphis Grizzlies for 6-foot-6 wing Garrett Temple and 6-9 forward JaMychal Green, according to two people...
February 7, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers showed a sense of urgency during their failed negotiations with the New Orleans Pelicans, willing to offer significant assets to acquire Anthony Davis in a...
February 7, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Thursday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 7, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Lakers All-Star LeBron James took to Instagram on Wednesday to object to Dallas reportedly trading forward Harrison Barnes as he played, while late that night Warriors...
February 7, 2019 at 3:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
When Magic Johnson decided he had enough of the Anthony Davis trade negotiations with New Orleans, it was about the sheer number of draft picks the Pelicans wanted...
February 6, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
New Orleans coach Alvin Gentry looked into the cameras in front of him and jokingly wondered why everyone had made their way to the floor of Chicago's United Center...
February 6, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
It wasn't the trade Lakers fans wanted to see, but it's one they will grow to love. Following an embarrassing 42-point loss to the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, the Lakers...
February 6, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Here are five takeaways from the Lakers' 136-94 loss to the Indiana Pacers. 1. They are the youth of the NBA and social media is their prime source of communication, a...
February 6, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
If you've wanted to get your hands on a genuine imitation NBA championship ring, say one that is a replica ordered by Kobe Bryant and given to his mom after the Lakers...
February 6, 2019 at 6:50 AM -
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Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Wednesday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 6, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers dominated the early part of the NBA's trade season, with agent Rich Paul banging a drum to get one star client, Anthony Davis, to play in Los Angeles with...
February 6, 2019 at 4:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers, in desperate need of outside shooting, agreed to acquire Reggie Bullock from the Detroit Pistons for rookie Svi Mykhailiuk and a second-round draft pick...
February 5, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers played as if their collective spirit was broken over the persistent trade talks that have surrounded the team. They were at times mocked by Indiana Pacers...
February 5, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
So the word Tuesday was the Lakers were out of the Anthony Davis sweepstakes. Of course they were. With so much at stake for both the Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans...
February 5, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Lakers have "pulled out" of any more conversations in trying to acquire New Orleans All-Star Anthony Davis because of the Pelican's "outrageous" trade requests...
February 5, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James' "load management" hiatus is over — at least for now. The Lakers star said he'll play Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers after sitting out...
February 5, 2019 at 10:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Count Kobe Bryant among those who believe the Lakers should consider trading for Anthony Davis. In an interview with ESPN, Bryant said the Lakers' off-season signing of...
February 5, 2019 at 6:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
February 5, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Lakers President Magic Johnson and New Orleans Pelicans general manager Dell Demps talked twice about an Anthony Davis trade Monday, according to sources, with the...
February 4, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Not many players remain from the Lakers teams on which D'Angelo Russell played. Brandon Ingram is one of two. When he heard Russell was selected as an All-Star reserve...
February 3, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
There's rarely a dull moment for the Lakers, and right now everything they do is under a great deal of scrutiny. It's a tense time for several players and losing doesn't...
February 3, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James acknowledged he didn't feel great physically after playing 40 minutes in his first game back from a groin injury that sidelined him for five weeks. Those...
February 2, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The NBA's trade deadline season started with a big one Thursday afternoon when Dallas and New York agreed on a deal that forged a clear path for the Mavericks' future...
February 2, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
With the NBA's trade deadline approaching, the Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans have yet to discuss the offers the Lakers made for six-time All-Star forward Anthony...
February 2, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James will not play tonight against Golden State in an effort to control "load management," the Lakers said. Coach Luke Walton said James, who played 40 minutes...
February 2, 2019 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The agent, Rich Paul, sat courtside to watch his top client, LeBron James, return after the longest absence of his professional career. While James needed more than a...
February 2, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Lance Stephenson was dancing again, his rhythmic motions on display over and over and over again, with his Lakers teammates enjoying every moment of it during their...
February 1, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Anthony Davis to the Lakers is trade speculation on steroids. My favorite one is the Pelicans want Kuzma, Ball, Ingram, Zubac and draft picks. Really? You think? Why not...
February 1, 2019 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The healing began Thursday night when LeBron James returned to the Lakers' lineup at what he gauged was 80% of his normal health. He left ithe Lakers' 123-120 victory...
February 1, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The Clippers had just finished practice Wednesday afternoon when the news began to trickle in, from texts and tweets. The Lakers had ruled LeBron James out for the...
January 31, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Suddenly and with eerie precision, the throng of reporters in the Lakers locker room fell silent. Conversations broke off in mid-sentence, replaced by the soft whir of...
January 31, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James is set for his return tonight when the Lakers play the Clippers. He missed 17 games since injuring his groin Dec. 25 during a game against the Golden State...
January 31, 2019 at 6:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Magic Johnson, the Lakers' president of basketball operations, and New Orleans Pelicans general manager Dell Demps had conversations regarding All-Star forward Anthony...
January 31, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Hi this is Tania Ganguli, Lakers beat writer for the Los Angeles Times, here with your Lakers newsletter. Well, I don't know what we'll talk about today — there...
January 31, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Kyle Kuzma smiled along with the challenge he dealt a crowd of reporters gathered around him. Trade rumors about the young guys last year? For whom? A few names were...
January 30, 2019 at 8:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Everything was going well for the Clippers last week in Miami, except for the one thing that had stayed consistent all season. The NBA's leader in free throws made and...
January 30, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Five takeaways from the Lakers' 121-105 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers: 1. LeBron James is supposed to practice today with the Lakers, leaving many to wonder if the...
January 30, 2019 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
A year ago, it would've been impossible. Two months ago, it would've certainly been improbable. But here, in the final days of January, it's true. Lakers center Ivica...
January 29, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Although Lonzo Ball has no say in where he lands in a trade, his preference would be for the Lakers to find a third team such as Chicago or New York as a landing spot...
January 29, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Since before Monday's sunrise in Los Angeles, all anyone has talked about regarding the Lakers has been which of their players could be traded and when. It's nothing new...
January 29, 2019 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Howdy everyone, and welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Los Angeles Times daily sports newsletter. My name is Houston Mitchell and I'm your host for the festivities...
January 29, 2019 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Magic Johnson is back on the fast break and, this time, he has to finish. This time, he has to pull off the big trade that has so far eluded him. This time, he has to...
January 28, 2019 at 1:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
It's easy to imagine it — Anthony Davis, the one-browed, multitalented big man, running pick-and-roll plays and catching lobs from LeBron James, two of the NBA's...
January 28, 2019 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James could return to the Lakers lineup as soon as Thursday against the Clippers, but he would like to get in a few more practices before playing in another game...
January 28, 2019 at 10:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
The New Orleans Pelicans are open to trading Anthony Davis to the Lakers – but it'll come at a hefty price. According to sources unauthorized to speak publicly on...
January 28, 2019 at 8:50 AM -
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Despite not practicing Saturday, Lakers guard Josh Hart played in Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. But in the second half, he knew he couldn't keep going. "He's...
January 27, 2019 at 11:50 PM -
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Ask Lance Stephenson and he'll tell you there is never a night when he doesn't feel capable of hot shooting. On the nights when that belief comes to fruition, he can...
January 27, 2019 at 9:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Three of California's four NBA teams took the court Sunday at Staples Center, the midway points in their seasons behind them and issues that need solving ahead of them...
January 27, 2019 at 7:50 PM -
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After giving the Lakers a day off Friday, coach Luke Walton had a plan for practice Saturday, but it was short-lived. Just before practice started, the Lakers' medical...
January 26, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
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A decade ago, all of this would've been inconceivable. Rashard Lewis led the NBA with 554 three-point attempts in 2009. This season, through 45 games, James Harden has...
January 26, 2019 at 3:50 PM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
LeBron James is the best player in the NBA, a modern marvel of size, speed, strength, athleticism and skill. He transcends sports: He's involved in social causes and...
January 26, 2019 at 9:50 AM -
From the Web › Los Angeles Times
Lakers coach Luke Walton noticed how Kyle Kuzma's body movement looked restricted and removed his young forward to determine how much longer and effective Kuzma could be...
January 25, 2019 at 6:50 PM