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Lonnie Walker IV played almost as many minutes in the Lakers' Game 3 win over the Warriors as he did in the previous eight postseason games combined.
May 8, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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D'Angelo Russell, who had 21 points in big Game 3 win, realized after trade deadline that the Lakers 'got some bodies here that gets us over the hump.'
May 7, 2023 at 5:50 AM -
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr said the Lakers dominated Game 3 because they got to the free-throw line, created turnovers and played well in transition.
May 7, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis starred as the host Lakers blew out Golden State 127-97 on Saturday night to take a 2-1 lead in the second-round series.
May 6, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis and their Lakers teammates were about focus and resiliency in routing Golden State in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead.
May 6, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Klay Thompson was the Warriors' driving force during a Game 2 win, with the Lakers' defense never finding a way to slow down the offensive onslaught.
May 5, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis and LeBron James were pummelled by a Golden State Warriors team that made it clear in Game 2 they will not make life easy for the Lakers.
May 4, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Golden State evens series after Anthony Davis can must only 11 points in Game 2 on Thursday after a dominating effort in playoff series opener.
May 4, 2023 at 9:50 PM -
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Photos from the Lakers' 127-100 loss to the Golden State Warriors in Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
May 4, 2023 at 9:50 PM -
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NBA superstars LeBron James and Stephen Curry are among the reasons the cheapest tickets to the Lakers-Warriors game Saturday are $500.
May 4, 2023 at 2:50 PM -
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Dennis Schroder had his ups and downs in series vs. Memphis, but the Lakers reserve guard delivered 19 points and tight defense in Game 1 win over Warriors.
May 3, 2023 at 6:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis, whose toughness has been questioned as he battled injuries, delivered a historic effort during the Lakers' playoff win over Warriors.
May 3, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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The best photos from the Lakers' 117-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals.
May 2, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis had a 30-point, 23-rebound effort to lead the Lakers to a Game 1 win over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco on Tuesday night.
May 2, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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There are plenty of story lines in the Lakers-Warriors playoff series, but generational talents LeBron James and Stephen Curry are at the forefront.
May 1, 2023 at 2:50 PM -
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LeBron James and Stephen Curry meet for fifth time in the playoffs; first time before the NBA Finals. What to expect in the Lakers-Warriors series.
April 30, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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Which celebrities are Lakers fans? These ones showed up in support during the first round of the NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies.
April 30, 2023 at 3:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James and coach Darvin Ham are ready to prepare for second-round playoff series against the Kings or Warriors after dispatching Memphis.
April 29, 2023 at 7:50 AM -
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The resemblance to past Lakers great close-out playoff wins was so great, even relative newcomer LeBron James felt it, writes The Times' Bill Plaschke.
April 29, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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D'Angelo Russell scores 31, LeBron James adds 22 and Anthony Davis dominates on defense as the Lakers eliminate Memphis in Game 6 rout Friday night.
April 28, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and Desmond Bane combined for 64 points in Game 5 defeat of Lakers. 'We got to do a better job,' LeBron James said.
April 27, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Lakers star LeBron James played on empty against the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 5, finishing with 15 points and five turnovers during the road loss.
April 26, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis had 31 points and 19 rebounds while LeBron James had an off shooting night during the Lakers' loss at Memphis in Game 5.
April 26, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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The veteran Lakers were exhausted by the end of their Game 4 win over Memphis. With one day's rest, they know the Grizzlies will be ready for Game 5.
April 26, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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When the Lakers' offense faltered late in Game 4 against the Grizzlies on Monday, D'Angelo Russell turned clutch with nine quick points in the victory.
April 25, 2023 at 6:50 AM -
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The Lakers will only go as far as ageless wonder LeBron James takes them. They'll survive in the playoffs as long as their relentless superstar does.
April 25, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Photos from the Lakers' 117-111 overtime win over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 4 of the first round of the NBA playoffs on Monday at Crypto.com Arena.
April 24, 2023 at 11:50 PM -
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis combine to score nine early points in overtime to lead the Lakers to a Game 4 win over Memphis on Monday night.
April 24, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Lakers star Anthony Davis said of becoming the No. 1 option on offense: "You have to embrace it." Game 4 in the playoff series vs. Memphis is Monday.
April 23, 2023 at 4:50 PM -
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For Lakers guard Austin Reaves, getting struck in the face and knocked to the court by the Grizzlies is a rite of passage in the playoff series.
April 23, 2023 at 7:50 AM -
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Lakers star LeBron James, called "old" by Memphis' Dillon Brooks, said he wasn't out to make a statement in Game 3 yet nonetheless made a bold one.
April 23, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis finishes with 31 points and LeBron James scores 25 as the Lakers defeat the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3 to take a 2-1 playoff series lead.
April 22, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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D'Angelo Russell has been shooting far below his season averages in two games against the Grizzlies, and the Lakers need him to up the wattage of game.
April 21, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James doesn't take the bait when asked about comments by Grizzlies wing Dillon Brooks regarding his age. Says he's not here for B.S.
April 21, 2023 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers star forward Anthony Davis had only 13 points and eight rebounds in the Game 2 loss to the Grizzlies. He seeks redemption in Game 3.
April 20, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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The Lakers showed in Game 1 of their playoff series with Memphis what type of team they can be. They showed in Game 2 what they are, Dylan Hernandez writes.
April 19, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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A look at the process of changing over Crypto.com Arena for Lakers, Clippers and Kings home games during the 2023 playoffs.
April 19, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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Despite Memphis star Ja Morant being sidelined by a hand injury, the Lakers got caught flat-footed late in Game 2, which the Grizzlies won 103-93.
April 19, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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Forward Anthony Davis showed his 2020 title-winning form in the Lakers' Game 1 win over Memphis. They will need more of it in Game 2 on Wednesday.
April 18, 2023 at 6:50 PM -
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D'Angelo Russell had another slow start for the Lakers in Game 1 of playoff series against the Grizzlies, but recovered for 21 points and 7 assists.
April 17, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Lakers forward Rui Hachimura got the "green light" Sunday from LeBron James and Anthony Davis, tying a club record with 29 points off the bench.
April 16, 2023 at 8:50 PM -
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Austin Reaves scores 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter as the Lakers beat the Grizzlies in Game 1 on Sunday in Memphis.
April 16, 2023 at 3:50 PM -
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The Lakers enter their playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies confident and on a roll. LeBron James says, "Don't change much from what we've done."
April 15, 2023 at 5:50 PM -
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LeBron James, Ja Morant and Anthony Davis headline the Lakers-Grizzlies playoff series, but other players will have key roles. Here's what NBA scouts say.
April 15, 2023 at 4:50 PM -
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D'Angelo Russell wasn't on the court at the end of the Lakers' play-in victory, but he's not worried about an off shooting night ahead of playoff opener.
April 14, 2023 at 5:50 PM -
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The postseason could work out well for the Lakers, who beat a short-handed Timberwolves team for the right play the short-handed Grizzlies.
April 12, 2023 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James breaks down the Lakers' first-round playoff opponent, the Memphis Grizzlies, after a win Tuesday over Minnesota in the play-in game.
April 12, 2023 at 5:50 AM -
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The Lakers beat the shorthanded Timberwolves to earn a playoff spot vs. Memphis. Winning a playoff series will only happen if they play much better.
April 12, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers overcome a 15-point deficit to reach the playoffs after defeating the Timberwolves on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena.
April 11, 2023 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers scored seven of the first nine points in overtime Tuesday night to turn back the Timberwolves, earning the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs and a...
April 11, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis hasn't been dominant, but his ability to give the Lakers quality minutes and stay healthy played a big role in making the play-in game.
April 11, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Lakers backup guard Dennis Schroder was not listed on the team's injury report Monday, saying he's healthy and ready to play Tuesday vs. Minnesota.
April 10, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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The Timberwolves suspended center Rudy Gobert for the play-in game Tuesday against the Lakers after he punched teammate Kyle Anderson on Sunday.
April 10, 2023 at 12:50 PM -
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Rui Hachimura delivered for the Lakers in a critical win over the Utah Jazz and is making a case for an expanded role vs. the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
April 10, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Lakers rebounding from a 2-10 start to earn a berth in the play-in tournament no small feat. "The sky's the limit," says Lakers coach Darvin Ham.
April 9, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James makes eight three-pointers in season-ending win for Lakers, who earn seventh seed for the play-in tournament vs. Minnesota on Tuesday.
April 9, 2023 at 3:50 PM -
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If more than two teams finish in a tie at season's end Sunday, then get ready for complicated tiebreaker scenarios. A quick look at what to expect.
April 8, 2023 at 10:50 AM -
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The Lakers kept alive their playoff hopes Friday with a victory over Phoenix that showed stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis are playing on fumes.
April 8, 2023 at 7:50 AM -
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D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves and Malik Beasley combine for 67 points and 10 assists Friday to lead the Lakers to a much-needed win over the Suns.
April 8, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis combine for 30 points but D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves and Malik Beasley each score at least 20 points in Lakers win.
April 7, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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The Lakers are an interesting team these days, maybe even an inspirational one, but they are not a championship-caliber team, Bill Plaschke writes.
April 6, 2023 at 7:50 AM -
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While the road-weary Lakers lost to the Clippers on Wednesday, they are again healthy and were back to building chemistry for an end-of-season run.
April 6, 2023 at 6:50 AM -
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Norman Powell scored a team-high 27 points off the bench, Kawhi Leonard added 25 points as the Clippers defeated the Lakers 125-118 on Wednesday.
April 5, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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After defeated the Utah Jazz in overtime and arriving in L.A. early Wednesday, the Lakers showed little energy in the loss against the Clippers.
April 5, 2023 at 10:50 PM -
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Austin Reaves and Dennis Schroder provided big plays in key moments Tuesday during the Lakers' overtime victory against Utah. Here's how they did it.
April 5, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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The Lakers and Clippers, who have never met in the postseason, meet Wednesday in a game that will have a big impact on each team's playoff hopes.
April 5, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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LeBron James has nine of his 37 points in overtime as the Lakers beat Utah for their their fourth consecutive win to tie Clippers with a 41-38 record.
April 4, 2023 at 9:50 PM -
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Lakers reserve forward Rui Hachimura not only had 20 points and 12 rebounds Sunday, he dominated on defense, including three blocked shots at the rim.
April 3, 2023 at 3:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis scores 40, LeBron James has a triple-double and Rui Hachimura adds 20 points and 12 rebounds in Lakers' road win over Houston on Sunday.
April 2, 2023 at 6:50 PM -
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Wenyen Gabriel played a leading role in the Lakers' win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, earning some words of encouragement from LeBron James.
April 1, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis shook off an ankle injury to finish with 38 points and 17 rebounds in leading the Lakers past the Timberwolves 123-111 on Friday night.
March 31, 2023 at 8:50 PM -
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Austin Reaves trolled Chicago's Patrick Beverley from earlier in the week during the Lakers' win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.
March 30, 2023 at 6:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis scored 38 points, LeBron James added 25 and the Lakers opened their final trip of the regular season with a 121-110 win over the Chicago Bulls.
March 29, 2023 at 7:50 PM -
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Dennis Schroder, the smallest player on the Lakers roster, has a higher individual net-rating than anyone other than LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
March 28, 2023 at 11:50 AM -
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With LeBron James back on the court for the Lakers, Anthony Davis reverts to his bad habit of being a bit player in the Lakers' loss to the Chicago Bulls.
March 27, 2023 at 4:50 AM -
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LeBron James returned to the court Sunday in the Lakers' loss to the Bulls, and former teammate Patrick Beverley had something to say about it.
March 26, 2023 at 6:50 PM -
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LeBron James comes off the bench for the second time in his career in his return to play, but the Lakers fall 118-108 to Chicago on Sunday afternoon.
March 26, 2023 at 12:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James, who hasn't played in nearly a month because of a foot injury, could potentially play Sunday against the Chicago Bulls.
March 25, 2023 at 4:50 PM -
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Lakers forward Anthony Davis took advantage of undersized Thunder on Friday night to finish with 37 points and 15 rebounds in critical victory Friday.
March 25, 2023 at 8:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis had 37 points and 14 rebounds, and the Lakers beat Oklahoma City 116-111 to help their cause in the playoff race and improve to 37-37.
March 24, 2023 at 10:50 PM