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• Will Luka Doncic be a good fit for the Lakers? | Breakfast Ball
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Luka Doncic has made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 14 points in a win against the Utah Jazz. Craig Carton, Mark Schlereth, and Greg Jennings discuss his...
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 8:50 AM
• This ugly Mark Williams failed Lakers-Hornets trade saga is about to get so messy
  From the Web › For The Win
  This is such an awkward situation for EVERYONE involved.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 7:50 AM
• Look: Puka Nacua swapped jerseys with Luka Doncic after Lakers debut
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  After a blockbuster trade that shocked the world earlier this month, Luka Doncic finally made his Los Angeles Lakers debut on Monday night in front of the home crowd at...
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 6:50 AM
• Luka Doni drops 14 points in Lakers debut vs. Jazz as Dirk Nowitzki watches in support
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Lakers fans welcomed Luka Doni with open arms on Monday night.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 6:50 AM
• Luka Doncic looked so happy during his first game playing for the Lakers
  From the Web › For The Win
  Look at the JOY on Luka's face.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 5:50 AM
• 12 Luka Doni photos from his highly anticipated Lakers debut
  From the Web › For The Win
  Luka Doni in a Lakers jersey is going to take some getting used to.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 5:50 AM
• Plaschke: Luka Doncic is here! Newly acquired star dazzles in his Lakers debut
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Luka Doncic's Lakers debut marks a new era for a franchise that has given its fans a reason to cheer for a player who is better than LeBron James.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Plaschke: The Los Angeles Lukas! Newly acquired Doncic dazzles in his Lakers debut
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Luka Doncic's Lakers debut marks a new era for a franchise that has given its fans a reason to cheer for a player who is better than LeBron James.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Lakers begin Luka Doncic era with 132-113 win over Jazz
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Luka Doncic had 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Lakers debut as Los Angeles beat the Utah Jazz 132-113.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• Luka Doni drops 14 points in Lakers debut as Dirk Nowitzki watches in support
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Lakers fans welcomed Luka Doni with open arms on Monday night.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• How will the trade of Luka Doncic affect the Boston Celtics-Los Angeles Lakers rivalry?
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Could the balance of chips tilt back in the direction of the Lakers?
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• What channel is Lakers game on tonight? ESPN set to stream debut of Luka Doncic vs Jazz
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The NBA and its fans are still buzzing after the Lakers officially acquired Doncic on Feb. 2 in exchange for Anthony Davis.
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 2:50 AM
• Luka's Laker DEBUT, & how the Wolves almost gave us "DUR-ANT" (and still could!) | Kevin O'Connor Show
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Kevin O'Connor reacts to the Lakers' debut of Luka Doncic. Plus how close were the Wolves to landing Kevin Durant?
  Share • February 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
• Luka Doncic makes Lakers debut, clicks with LeBron James in rout of Jazz
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Doncic scores 14 points in 24 minutes, immediately getting into the flow with James and receiving multiple standing ovations from fans wearing T-shirts in his honor...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• Luka wins in L.A. debut as nerves give way to 'fun'
  From the Web › ESPN
  Luka Doncic scored 14 points in limited playing time during his debut with the Lakers on Monday night, joining their starting lineup alongside LeBron James and...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• Luka Doni drops 14 points in Lakers debut alongside LeBron James in blowout win over Jazz
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Lakers fans welcomed Luka Doni with open arms on Monday night.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• Doncic off the mark as Lakers rout Jazz
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Luka Doncic made a winning start to his Los Angeles Lakers career on Monday, returning from injury with 14 points for his new team in a 132-113 drubbing of the Utah...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• Luka Doncic embraced by LeBron James and L.A. in his memorable Lakers debut
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Luka Doncic finishes with 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Lakers debut, helping L.A. pick up its sixth consecutive win in a blowout over Utah.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• Luka Doncic makes Lakers debut shortly after giving a $500,000 fire relief donation
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Recently acquired superstar Luka Doncic pledges $500,000 to wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles ahead of his debut Monday with the Lakers.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 9:50 PM
• Luka Doni scored his first Lakers points on this beautiful step-back 3-pointer
  From the Web › For The Win
  This was a beauty.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
• Luka Doncic makes $500K donation to wildfire relief before Lakers debut
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  The team's new star makes an immediate impression on the community with a contribution to aid recovery efforts following the fires that devastated parts of the region...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
• Hornets reportedly trying to dispute Mark Williams' failed physical, which led to Lakers trade being rescinded
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Mark Williams' physical reportedly showed "multiple issues."
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
• Sources: Hornets aim to dispute Williams' physical
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Hornets have been in contact with the NBA to explore options to dispute the Lakers' failed physical assessment of Mark Williams, sources told ESPN.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• Lakers' JJ Redick reveals message to Dalton Knecht after failed trade
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Lakers head coach JJ Redick said on Monday that rookie Dalton Knecht will likely return to the lineup Wednesday on the road against the Jazz.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• Luka Doni makes Lakers debut alongside LeBron James in matchup vs. Jazz
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Lakers fans welcomed Luka Doni with open arms on Monday night.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• Lakers a threat in the west, Jimmy thriving with Warriors + Tee Morant's ejection | Good Word with Goodwill
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent and the Athletic's Fred Katz talk the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets trade being rescinded and if the...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
• Team Luka: A look at the people who are part of Doncic's inner circle
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  When the Lakers traded for Luka Doncic more than a week ago, they did more than acquire a star player. He brings with him people who have helped him rise to...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 3:50 PM
• Who could Lakers waive in order to sign a center from buyout market?
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers are reportedly planning to target the buyout market for help at the center position after they rescinded the Mark Williams trade.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 3:50 PM
• Luka Doncic donates $500K for wildfire relief ahead of likely Lakers debut
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Newly acquired Lakers guard Luka Doncic is donating $500,000 to wildfire recovery efforts in his new community.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 1:50 PM
• Luka to make Lakers debut on minutes restriction
  From the Web › ESPN
  Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was in the starting lineup for Monday night's game against the Jazz but will be on a minutes restriction.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM
• Luka Doncic makes Lakers debut shortly after giving a $500,000 fire relief donation
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Recently acquired superstar Luka Doncic pledges $500,000 to wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles ahead of his debut Monday with the Lakers.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM
• Luka Doni upgraded to probable for Lakers debut Monday vs. Jazz
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers upgraded and LeBron James to probable for Monday's game.
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
• Lakers vs. Jazz: How to watch online, live stream info, game time, TV channel | February 10
  From the Web › For The Win
  The Los Angeles Lakers (31-19) heads into a home matchup with Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz (12-39) at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, (...)
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 9:50 AM
• Anthony Davis is out at least through All-Star break after injuring groin in Mavs debut
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Anthony Davis is out at least through the All-Star break after sustaining a groin injury in his debut with the Dallas Mavericks following the seismic trade that sent...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 7:50 AM
• Two transformative trades, one failed physical, several lingering questions: Inside the Lakers' chaotic week
  From the Web › ESPN
  After successfully building a bridge to the post-LeBron James era, the Lakers rescinded a trade that had landed Luka Doncic's chosen lob partner, and chaos ensued. So...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Team Luka: A look at the people who are part of Doncic's inner circle
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  When the Lakers traded for Luka Doncic more than a week ago, they did more than acquire a star player. He brings with him people who have helped him rise to...
  Share • February 10, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• Will Luka Doncic make his debut for the Lakers against the Utah Jazz?
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The dust has settled on the trade involving Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis. The biggest question is when Doncic will make his Lakers debut.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 11:50 PM
• Austin Reaves joined a very exclusive Lakers club on Saturday
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Austin Reaves' gigantic stat line in Saturday's win over the Pacers is one that has only been duplicated by a few Lakers legends.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 10:50 PM
• On this date: Magic Johnson wins NBA All-Star MVP after first retirement
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  In 1992, after retiring from the Lakers due to testing HIV-positive, Magic Johnson stole the show at the NBA All-Star Game and won the MVP award.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Luka Doncic expected to make highly-anticipated Lakers debut against Utah
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Doncic, who has been sidelined since Dec. 25 because of a strained left calf, said he took his time to get 100 percent healthy.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 3:50 PM
• Social media reacts to Lakers voiding Mark Williams trade: 'It's to distract us from PlayStation Network going down'
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The concerns about Mark Williams' past health issues became a reality when the Los Angeles Lakers decided to void the trade with the Charlotte Hornets involving Dalton...
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
• 5 Lakers options at center (Mo Bamba!) after the Mark Williams trade fell through
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Los Angeles Lakers might need a stopgap at center after
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 5:50 AM
• 'We gotta look in the mirror.' Pacers' week of bad starts bites them vs. Lakers
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Pacers fell behind by 20 points in Saturday's first quarter in a loss to the Lakers. They were outscored 145-86 in first quarters this week.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Update on Dalton Knecht trade involving Lakers, Hornets
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Latest update on NBA trade involving Dalton Knecht between the Lakers and Hornets.
  Share • February 9, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• The Hornets didn't give Lakers enough info about Mark Williams' medical history
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Did the Hornets deal with the Lakers in good faith when they agreed to send Mark Williams to the Lakers?
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 9:50 PM
• Why the Mark Williams-Dalton Knecht trade between the Lakers and Hornets was rescinded
  From the Web › For The Win
  Well, it's back to square one for these two NBA teams.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• 5 Lakers options at center (Mo Bamba!) after the Mark Williams trade fell through
  From the Web › For The Win
  The Lakers could consider one of these big men.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• Alexander: Lakers' role players carry the day against Pacers
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Austin Reaves scores career-high 45, while Rui Hachimura and Gabe Vincent step up in stars' absence.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Lakers' trade for Mark Williams rescinded
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  The team said in a statement there was a 'failure to satisfy a condition of the trade.'
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Lakers-Hornets trade nixed; Williams fails physical
  From the Web › ESPN
  The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed L.A.'s physical exam, sources told ESPN.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Lakers' trade for Hornets' Mark Williams rescinded over reported issues with physical
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Los Angeles Lakers' trade to acquire center Mark Williams from Charlotte has been rescinded, the team announced Saturday night
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Lakers' trade for Hornets C Mark Williams rescinded due to 'failure to satisfy condition'
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Luka Doncic isn't getting his big man upgrade.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Lakers' trade for Charlotte's Mark Williams rescinded after failed physical
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  The Lakers' hopes of pairing Mark Williams with newly acquired star Luka Doncic have fallen through in the wake of the Charlotte center failing his physical.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Austin Reaves' career-high 45 points lead limited Lakers past Pacers
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Without LeBron James and Luka Doncic, the fourth-year guard tops 40 points for the first time in a 124-177 win and the Lakers' fifth consecutive victory
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
• Lakers without LeBron or Luka get career-high 45 points from Austin Reaves in win over Pacers
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  ESPN flexed the Lakers game to its Saturday broadcast schedule in anticpation of Luka Doni making his debut. Instead, Austin Reaves was the star.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
• Austin Reaves scores a career-high 45 in Lakers' fifth straight win
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  With LeBron James and Luke Doncic sidelined, Austin Reaves makes 14 of 26 shots and all 13 free throws in narrow win over the Pacers.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
• LeBron James on whether integrating Luka Doncic will be a challenge
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LeBron James talked about developing chemistry and cohesion with Luka Doncic once Doncic suits up for the Lakers.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 12:50 PM
• Lakers will be short-handed on Saturday versus the Pacers
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Multiple Lakers players will need to step up in order to get a win against the surging Pacers.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 12:50 PM
• LeBron James won't play today versus Indiana
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Left ankle soreness will sideline the Lakers star, with Luka Doncic also not expected to play against the Pacers this afternoon at Crypto.com Arena
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 10:50 AM
• Luka Doncic Lakers debut: Will Luka Doncic play on Saturday?
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Here's the latest update on when Luka Doncic will make his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 10:50 AM
• Sore ankle sidelines LeBron
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Los Angeles superstar LeBron James was ruled out of the Lakers' NBA game against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday with a sore left ankle, the team said.Doncic, who arrived...
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 10:50 AM
• LeBron out vs. Pacers due to ankle soreness
  From the Web › ESPN
  LeBron James was ruled out of Saturday's game against the Pacers because of left ankle soreness, the Lakers announced.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 9:50 AM
• LeBron James will sit out the Lakers' game against Indiana to rest his sore left ankle
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LeBron James will sit out the Los Angeles Lakers ' game against Indiana on Saturday to rest his sore left ankle. The Lakers announced the decision about four hours...
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 9:50 AM
• LeBron James becomes oldest player to score 40 points in NBA history, dropping 42 in Lakers' victory
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The 40-year-old James became the oldest player to score 40 points in an NBA game Thursday night, putting up a season-high 42 in the Los Angeles Lakers' 120-112 victory...
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• Pacers vs. Lakers Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for February 8
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Indiana Pacers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Preview
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• Letters to Sports: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers' blockbuster trade
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, DodgerFest, the Rams and Cooper Kupp.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Letters to Sports: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers' blockbuster trade
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, DodgerFest, the Rams and Cooper Kupp.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 4:50 AM
• Pacers vs. Lakers: How to watch online, live stream info, game time, TV channel | February 8
  From the Web › For The Win
  Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers (29-21) take on the Los Angeles Lakers (30-19) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California (...)
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 3:50 AM
• Did the Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers make a Boston Celtics repeat title more likely?
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Not everyone is seeing Los Angeles catch up to the Celtics anytime soon.
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 1:50 AM
• Pacers vs. Lakers: Start time, where to watch, what's the latest
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Indiana Pacers play against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena The Indi
  Share • February 8, 2025 at 12:50 AM
• Five buyout market candidates the Lakers should consider
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers can use a little more bench depth moving forward, and these five players, if available, could help.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM
• Will LeBron James play on Saturday? Injury updates on Lakers superstar
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers have updated LeBron James' status ahead of their game on Saturday versus the Pacers.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM
• Lakers tried to trade for Jalen Duren before landing Mark Williams
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Even after acquiring Luka Doncic, the Lakers were very aggressive on the trade market as they looked to upgrade at the center position.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 7:50 PM
• Pacers' Myles Turner ruled out vs. Lakers after taking friendly-fire shot Thursday
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Pacers center Myles Turner was ruled out of Saturday's game awith a cervical strain after taking a blow to the face in Thursday's game.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
• Symba reacts to Luka Doncic joining LeBron James & the Lakers in a blockbuster trade | Speak
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Symba, one of the hottest voices in hip-hop, joins SPEAK to break down the Los Angeles Lakers' blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic. He dives into what this move means for...
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM
• Lakers are signing G League guard Jordan Goodwin to two-way contract
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers are making a minor roster move that could help a little with their backcourt depth.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 4:50 PM
• Watch LeBron hilariously troll Draymond after missed free throw
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James had an epic troll on Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green during a recent game.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
• Knicks Notebook: OG Anunoby still sidelined, Mitchell Robinson cleared for more contact
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau provided key injury updates after practice on Friday, shedding light on the status of two crucial players as New York enters a pivotal...
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• Alexander: Super what? Lakers' trade overshadows the NFL in Southern California
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Plus more on three-peats™, free agents, Halls of Fame and other thoughts.
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 1:50 PM
• The 'fabric' of the Lakers are showing their value
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  'Those are the guys you want to coach,' JJ Redick says of the group of players who provide characteristics that extend beyond the box score
  Share • February 7, 2025 at 11:50 AM