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James has missed three of the last eight games, and Coach Darvin Ham says they'll figure out his status for Friday's home game against San Antonio, the second night of a...
February 22, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers won six of seven games before the break and are ninth in the Western Conference standings with 26 games left – 1½ games ahead of 10th-place...
February 21, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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In comments before his 20th NBA All-Star Game, James says he doesn't know how many years he has left, or where he'll finish his career.
February 18, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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Davis was selected for the ninth time, but expects to have some of the younger players get more minutes on Sunday.
February 17, 2024 at 2:50 PM -
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Davis shines (37 points, 15 rebounds) and Hachimura makes six 3-pointers on his way to a career-high 36 points as they win for the sixth time in seven games, 138-122...
February 14, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Amid reports that Golden State and Philadelphia both approached the Lakers about trading for James, Ham repeats that the Lakers believe their current group is better...
February 14, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Rich Paul says his client wasn't seeking a trade, and that's good news for the franchise's future
February 14, 2024 at 2:50 PM -
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James reportedly was not interested in leaving the Lakers, despite Draymond Green's interest and involvement.
February 14, 2024 at 9:50 AM -
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell lead a balanced effort as the Lakers prevail, 125-111, to move three games over .500 for the first time since...
February 13, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Injuries to Jarred Vanderbilt, Cam Reddish and Max Christie have played a role in the slippage, but the Lakers' defensive rating (points allowed per 100 possessions) of...
February 13, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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The 6-foot-6 combo guard, who will be available against Detroit on Tuesday night, could not pass up a chance to play for his hometown team alongside LeBron...
February 12, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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After making the Clippers earn it Saturday, expect Detroit to give the Lakers a game Tuesday too – despite its 8-44 record.
February 11, 2024 at 9:50 AM -
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Once the 6-foot-5 guard clears waivers, a homecoming appears likely for the former Taft High star who sat next to GM Rob Pelinka at the Lakers game Friday
February 10, 2024 at 10:50 AM -
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D'Angelo Russell scores 30 points, Austin Reaves adds 27 and the Lakers score 51 of their 87 first-half points during a spectacular second quarter to win for the fourth...
February 9, 2024 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers would welcome the return of the disruptive defender, who played in the team's first 15 games but has played in just 20 of their last 39 because of groin, knee...
February 9, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Down by 15 in the second half, the Lakers rally to tie the score on Austin Reaves' 3-pointer with 2:18 left, but Jamal Murray answers back with five quick points and...
February 8, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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They let Thursday's trade deadline pass without making a move, but GM Rob Pelinka says they plan on being aggressive with their open roster spot, primarily looking for a...
February 8, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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The 19-foot, 4,000-pound bronze likeness depicts Bryant in his No. 8 jersey with his right index finger raised as he walked off the court following his 81-point...
February 8, 2024 at 6:50 PM -
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Sending out the signal that they'll be better off waiting until this summer to make a big splashy roster move delivers another message: They're taking LeBron James for...
February 8, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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Though the team likes its current roster and didn't think a trade would be a significant upgrade, the Lakers do plan to be active in the buyout market
February 8, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Whether the team will make any deals and whether D'Angelo Russell will be involved remains unclear, but the 27-year-old guard says he is not letting the rumors consume...
February 7, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis has his third career triple-double (26 points, 15 rebounds, 11 assists), D'Angelo Russell has 28 points and LeBron James scores 26 as the Lakers see their...
February 5, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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After missing the first 20 games of the season with bursitis in his left heel, Vanderbilt had started to return to form of late, flashing signs of being the impact...
February 5, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Rui Hachimura was inserted into the starting five Saturday in a solid win over the Knicks.
February 4, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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LeBron James led the Lakers with 24 points, five rebounds and five assists to help end the Knicks' nine-game winning streak.
February 3, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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The star's social media post following Tuesday's loss in Atlanta has rumors swirling over a potential trade and his $51.4 million player option for next season
February 3, 2024 at 10:50 AM -
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The young center credits the coaches for his season-best performance – 16 points, 10 rebounds (six offensive), three steals and zero fouls in 34 minutes – in...
February 2, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Also in this week's bucket o' notes, we recall a trade, talk further college stratification and name-drop guess who?
February 2, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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The forward exited in the second quarter of Thursday's victory over the Boston Celtics with what the team described as 'right foot soreness'
February 2, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Austin Reaves scores 32 points and hits a career-high seven 3-pointers, D'Angelo Russell has 16 points and 14 assists and the short-handed Lakers get contributions from...
February 1, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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James will miss his 6th game this season due to an ankle injury; Davis will sit out his 4th game with Achilles and hip injuries
February 1, 2024 at 12:50 PM -
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The wins that look like the team is on the verge of a breakthrough are usually followed by disappointing results that bring them back to where they started, and...
January 31, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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LeBron James indicates that not everyone seems to be on the same page when in-game adjustments are made, and better communication would obviously help with...
January 30, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Austin Reaves scores 28 points and LeBron James adds 20, but the Lakers miss 11 of their 25 free throws and struggle without Anthony Davis in a 138-122 defeat that drops...
January 30, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell score 23 points apiece, but the Lakers fall behind by 30 and can't get closer than 10 with a late rally in a 135-119...
January 29, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Vanderbilt picks up a pair of technical fouls within seconds of each other in the second quarter after his interactions with Houston's notorious instigator, costing the...
January 29, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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The lineup of D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, Jarred Vanderbilt, LeBron James and Anthony Davis is Lakers' statistical best, but had played only 11 minutes together...
January 28, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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LeBron James makes a pair of free throws with 1.2 seconds left in the second OT to cap his 36-point triple-double, outdueling Steph Curry as the Lakers held off Golden...
January 27, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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How much these games will impact the decisions the team's makes about this roster remains to be seen.
January 27, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Coach Darvin Ham says their improved shooting comes from carrying out assignments, quick decision-making and unselfishness.
January 26, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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LeBron James has 25 points and 12 assists, D'Angelo Russell (29 points) hits eight 3-pointers and the Lakers show how dominant they can be during stretches of their...
January 25, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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James, who surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most All-Star nods in NBA history, is averaging 24.8 points, 7.2 rebounds and 7.4 assists in his 21st NBA...
January 25, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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With the size and versatility they have, the Lakers are equipped to go from one of the league's worst offensive rebounding and second-chance scoring teams to closer to...
January 24, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Whether D-Lo's current heater helps or hurts his cause, you have to appreciate his effort – and feel for a guy in his situation, too.
January 24, 2024 at 12:50 PM -
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The Lakers fell back below .500 but they nearly went shot-for-shot with a Clippers team that has produced the league's best offense since Dec. 1, proving again that they...
January 24, 2024 at 12:50 AM -
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Leonard has 25 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists, James Harden adds 23 points and 10 assists and the Clippers beat the Lakers for the first time in three meetings this...
January 23, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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At this point in his career, Russell says hearing his name mentioned as part of potential deals doesn't faze him and he is playing like it, averaging 27.2 points on...
January 22, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Coach Darvin Ham said pregame that Prince had been playing through the ailment and is day-to-day moving forward.
January 21, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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LeBron James adds 28 points as he and Russell produce some highlight reel-worthy plays and help the Lakers bounce back from their ugly loss to Brooklyn with a 134-110...
January 21, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Citing miscommunication, the Lakers hope to avoid any negative carryover from Friday's home loss to the Nets when they host the Trail Blazers on Sunday
January 20, 2024 at 10:50 AM -
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Anthony Davis has 26 points and 12 rebounds and LeBron James has 24 and 10, but the Nets make 19 3-point shots and dominate the second half to hand the Lakers a 130-112...
January 19, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Hachimura has missed 13 games this season because of a variety of ailments (a concussion, a fractured nose and a calf injury), but despite being in and out of the...
January 19, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Teams are sending more double teams at Davis, but he's making them pay by processing plays at a quicker speed, anticipating where to make the pass before the play fully...
January 18, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the news of the week.
January 18, 2024 at 12:50 PM -
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Circumstances have made evaluating their season challenging, but the players believe they have learned from it as they hope for more stability, continuity and...
January 17, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis finishes one assist shy of a 28-point triple-double, D'Angelo Russell scores 29 and the Lakers overcome Luka Doncic's 33-point triple-double to win for the...
January 17, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Coach Darvin Ham believes the players can co-exist as starters and also be catalysts for the team's hopes of turning the season around, and Reaves and Russell are...
January 16, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis has 27 points and 15 rebounds, LeBron James scores 17 of his 25 after halftime and the Lakers top Oklahoma City, 112-105, for only their sixth victory in...
January 15, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Their lone "road" game for the next 1½ weeks is against the Clippers, but their six-game Grammy road trip looms on the horizon as does the Feb. 8 trade...
January 15, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Opponents have been taking advantage of Lakers mistakes and efficiently turning live-ball turnovers into points.
January 14, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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The Lakers kept fighting but didn't cut their deficit any lower than seven in the final four minutes for their sixth loss in their last eight games.
January 13, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Left ankle peroneal tendinopathy forces the 39-year-old star out for just his fourth game this season
January 13, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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They're allowing the most 3-point field goals (15.7), the third-highest 3-point percentage (41.6%) and the most "wide-open" 3-point attempts (22.9) in the NBA over their...
January 12, 2024 at 5:50 PM -
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Lopsided losses for the Lakers and Bruins deepen the pessimism that either team is capable of a postseason run this year.
January 12, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Bradley Beal (37 points) and Devin Booker (31) set the pace and Phoenix feasts on 17 Laker turnovers, while LeBron James and Anthony Davis have off nights in a 127-109...
January 11, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Tuesday's game against Toronto was on the extreme end of the spectrum, in part because the Raptors intentionally fouled down the stretch, but the Lakers are ninth in the...
January 11, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Wood's role was inconsistent for much of December, but he is averaging 9.4 points (53.5% shooting, 52.6% from 3-point range) and 6 rebounds over the last seven...
January 10, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Finally feeling good, the Lakers' star center is playing at an MVP level – but the team continues to struggle and it doesn't have to be that way
January 10, 2024 at 12:50 PM -
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Davis scores 20 of his 41 during a brilliant fourth quarter, LeBron James has 22 points and 12 assists and the Lakers hold off Toronto, 132-131, to win back-to-back...
January 9, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Hachimura sits out for the fourth consecutive game because of a strained left calf, but Coach Darvin Ham is hopeful that the athletic forward could return within the...
January 9, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Paul George scores 25 points, James Harden has 19 points and 10 assists and Ivica Zubac has 19 points as the Clippers shake off Sunday's loss to the Lakers with their...
January 8, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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The Lakers snapped a four-game skid and provided a momentary sigh of relief with Sunday's win against a hot team, but they had "too many mistakes still" to believe...
January 8, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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The Clippers looked disjointed on offense, missing 55 shots from the field and 13 from 3-point range.
January 7, 2024 at 11:50 PM -
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Ham's remained optimistic about his team while also admitting that he's put more pressure on himself to help the team get out of its funk.
January 7, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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LeBron James led the Lakers with 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in the victory over the Clippers.
January 7, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Clippers guard and former Laker Russell Westbrook says defense – 'making sure our energy and our mind is locked on that end' – is key for their...
January 6, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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The Lakers have struggled on defense, especially against 3-pointers, losing four in a row and 10 of their last 13 since winning the In-Season Tournament
January 6, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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James has 32 points and Anthony Davis scores 31, but Memphis makes a season-high 23 3-pointers and pulls away in the fourth quarter to hand the Lakers their 10th loss in...
January 5, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Amid reports of a "deepening disconnect" between Ham and the locker room, the coach says he, owner Jeanie Buss and GM Rob Pelinka are in sync and that he communicates...
January 5, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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Laker opponents have been shooting significantly better inside and outside while also getting to the free-throw line more in the last 3½ weeks than they were in...
January 4, 2024 at 5:50 PM