Lakers’ six-game winning streak ends in late collapse to Orlando Magic
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lakers’ six-game winning streak ends in late collapse to Orlando Magic

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James dunks over Orlando’s Jonathan Isaac during the second quarter of the Lakers’ 119-118 loss Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Franz Wagner hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 3.3 seconds left, giving the Orlando Magic a 119-118 win and ending the Lakers’ undefeated start at home. Shooting with a two-point lead and 18.9 seconds left, Davis missed a pair of free throws that likely would’ve lifted the Lakers to their seventh consecutive win. I turn the lights out and watch film from the game.” Lakers forward Anthony Davis and Orlando’s Jalen Suggs, front, battle for a rebound in the fourth quarter Thursday. “More frustrating for me because I’m the one who missed the free throws.” The Lakers host Denver, the team that eliminated them the last two postseasons, Saturday night.

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Mavericks end 5-game losing streak with a 118-97 victory over Lakers
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3 days, 7 hours ago

Mavericks end 5-game losing streak with a 118-97 victory over Lakers

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Quinten Grimes had 26 points, nine rebounds and six assists as the Dallas Mavericks snapped a five-game skid with a 118-97 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. Luka Doncic has been out with a left calf strain since Dec. 25, and Kyrie Irving has been sidelined the past two games with a bulging disk in …

The Sports Report: Lakers get an unexpected loss in Dallas
3 days, 10 hours ago

The Sports Report: Lakers get an unexpected loss in Dallas

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis tries to get past Dallas defenders during the second half. And center Daniel Gafford’s sprained ankle meant another key piece for Dallas would be unavailable for a game Anthony Davis labeled a “must win” after the Lakers lost in Houston on Sunday. Continue reading here ANGEL CITY From Kevin Baxter: Angel City goalkeeper Angelina Anderson was …

Mavericks take on the Lakers on 5-game skid
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4 days, 3 hours ago

Mavericks take on the Lakers on 5-game skid

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -6.5; over/under is 218.5 BOTTOM LINE: Dallas looks to stop its five-game slide when the Mavericks play Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.9 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.0 fewer made shot on average than the 12.9 per game the Mavericks give up. LAST …

Shorthanded Mavericks hand Lakers second straight road loss
4 days, 10 hours ago

Shorthanded Mavericks hand Lakers second straight road loss

LA Times  

LeBron James protects the ball from Mavericks forward P.J. And center Daniel Gafford’s sprained ankle meant another key piece for Dallas would be unavailable for a game the Lakers’ Anthony Davis labeled a “must win” after they lost in Houston on Sunday. Never seen it before.” Lakers forward Anthony Davis knocks the ball from Mavericks forward P.J. “We just didn’t …

After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great
6 days, 10 hours ago

After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great

LA Times  

The curse of the NBA regular season is that it’s a monthslong slog from city to city, from hotel rooms and hostile arenas, with opposing scouting reports bleeding into one another in what can create an unrecognizable blur. “I want to be a great team but it takes some things that maybe get uncomfortable out there,” LeBron James said. “We …

The Sports Report: No Anthony Davis, no problem for Lakers vs. Trail Blazers
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1 week, 1 day ago

The Sports Report: No Anthony Davis, no problem for Lakers vs. Trail Blazers

LA Times  

Lakers center Christian Koloko, right, knocks the ball away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray during the Lakers’ 114-106 win Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. “It definitely gets loud and rowdy, so it’s a fun environment to play in.” Continue reading here BASKETBALL LeBron James, right, celebrates with his sons Bronny, left, and Bryce after passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become …

LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks
1 week, 1 day ago

LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives toward the basket during the first half of a 119-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday at Crypto.com Arena. James’ 30 points — the final two of which forced Snyder into that late timeout — gave him his 563rd 30-point game, one more than Michael Jordan for the most in NBA history. Lakers forward …

With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland
1 week, 2 days ago

With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland

LA Times  

Lakers guard Max Christie pulls down a rebound during a 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night. LeBron James and Max Christie combined to score 66 points, Christie finishing with a career-best 28, in the Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Trail Blazers. “Tonight was a career night for me,” Christie said, “so this is …

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40
1 week, 3 days ago

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Jarrett Allen scored a season-high 27 points, Donovan Mitchell added 26 and the Cleveland Cavaliers won their eighth straight, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 122-110 Wednesday night and spoiling LeBron James’ first game after turning 40. James, who celebrated his birthday on Monday, scored 23 points as he became the first player in NBA history to appear …

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers
1 week, 4 days ago

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers

LA Times  

The Lakers were again buried under an avalanche of Cleveland Cavaliers three-pointers, the spacing and the gaps on the court pulling the Lakers’ defense to all corners before it eventually snapped under tension. It was one that hoped a core of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell paired with a new coach could find another gear, another …

The Magic pull off another big comeback, this time from 21 points down to beat the Nets
1 week, 5 days ago

The Magic pull off another big comeback, this time from 21 points down to beat the Nets

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Magic did it again. Down by 21 early in the third quarter, down by 15 entering the fourth and still down by 15 with six minutes remaining, the short-handed Orlando Magic closed the game on a 22-4 run to beat the Brooklyn Nets 102-101 on Sunday. Anthony’s layup with 1.3 seconds left was the winner for …

Anthony Davis, Lakers spoil interim coach Doug Christie’s Kings debut with 132-122 win
1 week, 6 days ago

Anthony Davis, Lakers spoil interim coach Doug Christie’s Kings debut with 132-122 win

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis had 36 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 132-122 win over Sacramento on Saturday night in the Kings’ first game under interim coach Doug Christie. LeBron James didn’t play for the Lakers because of illness, but a balanced effort helped make up for his absence, led by Austin Reaves with …

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings
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2 weeks ago

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings

LA Times  

Lakers star Anthony Davis, center, shoots between Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles, left, and guard Keon Ellis during the Lakers’ 132-122 win Saturday Crypto.com Arena. Sacramento had been thrown into complete chaos, the Lakers taking two-straight from them in their building last week — links in the chain of events that led to the team firing coach Mike Brown on …

Sacramento takes on Los Angeles, seeks to stop 5-game slide
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Sacramento takes on Los Angeles, seeks to stop 5-game slide

Associated Press  

Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Saturday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Sacramento is looking to break its five-game slide with a victory over Los Angeles. The Kings average 12.0 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 fewer made shots on average than the 13.5 per game the Lakers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 106.0 points, …

Pistons overcome LeBron’s triple-double, beat Lakers 117-114 to sweep their season series
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pistons overcome LeBron’s triple-double, beat Lakers 117-114 to sweep their season series

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Malik Beasley scored 21 points, Cade Cunningham had 20 points and 10 assists, and the Detroit Pistons held off the Los Angeles Lakers 117-114 Monday night to sweep the clubs’ season series. Jaden Ivey scored 18 points for the Pistons, who have beaten Phoenix and Los Angeles on the road to win back-to-back games for the first …

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II during the first half of the Lakers’ 117-114 loss Monday at Crypto.com Arena. And against a team such as Detroit, one that doesn’t have to try to be physical or athletic, it’s crystal clear what the Lakers aren’t — big, strong or particularly athletic. And Detroit’s muscle certainly …

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Detroit Pistons vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Monday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles seeks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Detroit. The Pistons average 111.7 points per game, 2.0 fewer than the 113.7 the Lakers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 102.9 points, 44.2 rebounds, 23.9 assists, 8.8 steals and …

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set on Saturday. Trailing 101-99 with 12 seconds left, the Kings had a chance to tie after Anthony Davis missed two free throws but squandered the opportunity after they couldn’t secure the rebound. Kings: Head coach Mike Brown …

Lakers rally late, then hold off Kings for another win
3 weeks ago

Lakers rally late, then hold off Kings for another win

LA Times  

The test was obvious the minute the Lakers got their schedule for the 2024-25 season. Thursday, in their first game against the Kings in Sacramento, Davis was terrific in a game Lakers coach JJ Redick called his “favorite” win of the season. Rui Hachimura’s offensive rebound after Davis missed a pair of free throws with 12.1 seconds left kept the …

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings

The Hindu  

Santi Aldama scored 21 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for the Memphis Grizzlies, who drained a franchise-best 27 3-pointers to overwhelm the visiting Golden State Warriors 144-93 on Thursday. Lakers 113, Kings 100 LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100. De’Aaron …

Another record for LeBron James in the Lakers’ 113-100 victory over the Kings
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Another record for LeBron James in the Lakers’ 113-100 victory over the Kings

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping the Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100 on Thursday night. Austin Reaves scored 35 points and D’Angelo Russell added 16 points to help the Lakers to their third win in four games. The Kings trailed most of …

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings
3 weeks, 2 days ago

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings

LA Times  

Midway through the first quarter Thursday night, LeBron James checked out against the Sacramento Kings, walking to the bench in the city where he played his first NBA regular season minutes more than 21 years ago. “I just think it’s just a commitment to the craft and to the passion and love I have for the game,” James said about …

Anthony Davis scores 40 points, LeBron James has 18 in return to help Lakers beat Grizzlies, 116-110
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Anthony Davis scores 40 points, LeBron James has 18 in return to help Lakers beat Grizzlies, 116-110

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis had 40 points and 16 rebounds, LeBron James added 18 points in his return and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 116-110 on Sunday night. Lakers: James’ return energized Los Angeles, but Davis continues to carry the team. Key moment James scored his first points on a running one-handed dunk just over two …

Timberwolves beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing
4 weeks ago

Timberwolves beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 97-87 on Friday night. Anthony Davis led Los Angeles with 23 points and 11 rebounds, but the Lakers lost for the eighth time in 11 games. Austin Reaves scored 18 points in his first game back after missing five games with a left pelvic …

Why can’t the Lakers score? Examining their sudden cold streak
4 weeks ago

Why can’t the Lakers score? Examining their sudden cold streak

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves has his drive toward the basket cut off by Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels during the second half Friday night in Minneapolis. Austin Reaves paused as he held a microphone in his hand, the Minnesota cold waiting for him as he got ready to try to answer for his team’s lousy offense. But like I said, I …

Unsure when LeBron James will return, Lakers lose again to Timberwolves
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Unsure when LeBron James will return, Lakers lose again to Timberwolves

LA Times  

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, left, controls the ball in front of Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half of the Lakers’ 97-87 loss Friday. The shots wouldn’t fall, the Lakers couldn’t score and, to make matters worse, Davis had turned it over again — the ball simply squirting out of his hands, leading to a Minnesota three. Lakers …

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid
1 month ago

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D’Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 on Sunday night without LeBron James. With James missing his first game of the season because of a left foot contusion, Max Christie started his second game for the …

Young hits 3-point in overtime to give Hawks 6 straight wins, 134-132 over Lakers
1 month ago

Young hits 3-point in overtime to give Hawks 6 straight wins, 134-132 over Lakers

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Trae Young hit a 3-pointer with 7.4 seconds left in overtime and the Atlanta Hawks held on for their sixth straight win, beating the slumping Los Angeles Lakers 134-132 on Friday. LeBron James scored 39 points and Anthony Davis had 38, but it wasn’t enough to prevent Los Angeles from taking its third straight loss and seventh defeat …

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks
1 month ago

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks

LA Times  

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher, left, collides with Lakers forward LeBron James in the first half of the Lakers’ 134-132 overtime loss Friday night. With the Lakers up one in overtime, Anthony Davis’ pass to LeBron James was too casual, and Dyson Daniels stepped in front for the steal, no defenders between him and a go-ahead basket. James’ last-ditch chance …

‘Embarrassing': The Lakers have lost their last 2 games by a combined 70 points
1 month ago

‘Embarrassing': The Lakers have lost their last 2 games by a combined 70 points

Associated Press  

MIAMI — A 29-point loss in Minnesota on Monday. We’re in a tough stretch and we’re all trying to find it.” Miami outscored the Lakers 72-15 from 3-point range — that 57-point differential tying the fourth-largest in NBA history. “We’re having trouble right now on both ends with like base-level gameplan stuff,” Redick said. I hold myself to a higher …

The Sports Report: Lakers’ woes reach a new low in loss to Heat
1 month ago

The Sports Report: Lakers’ woes reach a new low in loss to Heat

LA Times  

Lakers forwards Anthony Davis and Armel Traore sit on the bench during the second half of a 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Continue reading here ALSO: USC linebackers coach Matt Entz takes Fresno State head coaching job UCLA coach DeShaun Foster walks on the sideline before a loss to Oregon on Sept. 28. “It’s been a real …

Lakers buried in a barrage of 24 Miami threes in blowout: ‘We’re all embarrassed’
1 month, 1 week ago

Lakers buried in a barrage of 24 Miami threes in blowout: ‘We’re all embarrassed’

LA Times  

Lakers coach JJ Redick reacts during the team’s 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat on Wednesday. “I’m embarrassed for the Lakers,” Magic Johnson posted on X during the game. Redick said the Lakers are a team that doesn’t look “together” — something that was easy to see as players had animated conversations with one another and with the bench after …

LeBron’s jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron’s jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — LeBron James is in quite the shooting slump — especially from long distance. After going 4 for 16 from the floor overall with six of his team’s 20 turnovers for a season-low 10 points against the Timberwolves, James was asked to reflect on the Lakers reaching the quarter mark of their 2024-25 schedule under rookie coach J.J. Redick …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

Lakers lose to Minnesota in lowest-scoring game of the LeBron era in L.A.
1 month, 1 week ago

Lakers lose to Minnesota in lowest-scoring game of the LeBron era in L.A.

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James reacts after missing a shot during a 109-80 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. I just feel off rhythm these last three, four games.” Playing on the second night of back-to-back games, James looked as uncomfortable as ever in a Lakers uniform as he and his team failed over and over at the game’s simplest …

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz

LA Times  

LeBron James missed all his three-point shots, but the Lakers managed to win. “So it’s an adjustment.” But with the Lakers missing Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell and the young Jazz defense ripe for some bullying, the Lakers switched up. “But the way we want to play this year is a little bit different and I’m adjusting to it as …

Lakers’ chance to advance in NBA Cup slim after bruising loss to the Thunder
1 month, 1 week ago

Lakers’ chance to advance in NBA Cup slim after bruising loss to the Thunder

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James attempts a layup against the Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein, left, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during the first half Friday night at Crypto.com Arena. “They’ve taken a jump but they’re also missing a big piece too,” LeBron James said, citing injured big man Chet Holmgren and guard Alex Caruso. Well coached.” Friday in the final game of their NBA …

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101
1 month, 1 week ago

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James faces off against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle in the second half during a NBA game at Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas, USA on Nov 27, 2024. SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Davis had 19 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James finished with 16 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Los …

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -1; over/under is 229.5 BOTTOM LINE: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder take on Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers in Western Conference play. Los Angeles is fifth in the Western Conference with 27.1 assists per game led by LeBron James …

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Davis had 19 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James finished with 16 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the San Antonio Spurs 119-101 on Wednesday night. Los Angeles led by as many as 15 points in the first half before San Antonio cut the deficit to eight points. Los Angeles’ …

Lakers’ lineup changes pay off with a convincing win over the Spurs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lakers’ lineup changes pay off with a convincing win over the Spurs

LA Times  

Anthony Davis grabs the rebound ahead of Harrison Barnes in the first half. It was almost 4 a.m. Wednesday when the Lakers arrived at their San Antonio-area hotel, their last two losses exposing some of the worst internal fears of the team. Their body language said what no one dared mutter publicly: “Here we go again.” But by the Lakers …

Another lackluster effort as Lakers lose to the Suns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Another lackluster effort as Lakers lose to the Suns

LA Times  

The idea, JJ Redick said pregame, would be for the Lakers to get back to the plan he set in place when he became the team’s head coach. “I believe that if our group does that, we’ll have good results and results we can live with.” But after two days of hammering home a need to be physical, two days …

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic scored 34 points and Michael Porter Jr. added 24 as the Denver Nuggets used a strong second half to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 127-102 on Saturday night. Austin Reaves scored 19 points and LeBron James added 18 for the Lakers, who lost consecutive home games after starting the season 7-0 at home. Denver trailed …

New season, same result: Lakers lose to Nuggets after third-quarter collapse
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New season, same result: Lakers lose to Nuggets after third-quarter collapse

LA Times  

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic puts up a shot in front of Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half of the Lakers’ 127-102 loss Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell hits Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther in the face as he grabs a rebound in the first half Saturday. But as Anthony Davis slumped after missing a …

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs

The Hindu  

Franz Wagner scored 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining, and the visiting Orlando Magic rallied for a 119-118 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. Spurs beats Jazz Harrison Barnes had 25 points and 10 rebounds and Chris Paul made key plays down the stretch and finished with …

The Sports Report: Lakers snatch defeat from the jaws of victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Lakers snatch defeat from the jaws of victory

LA Times  

LeBron James has the ball knocked away by Mo Wagner, left, as Franz Wagner helps on defense in the first half. Could bring ‘life-changing money’ for Venice family Yankees star Aaron Judge wins his second AL MVP award in three seasons RAMS From Gary Klein: After the Rams hired Sean McVay in 2017, general manager Les Snead was eager to …

LeBron James delivers a pair of ‘silencer’ threes to lift Lakers over Pelicans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James delivers a pair of ‘silencer’ threes to lift Lakers over Pelicans

LA Times  

The Lakers’ LeBron James shoots a three-pointer over New Orleans center Yves Missi in the fourth quarter of the Lakers’ 104-99 win Saturday night. “I mean it’s LeBron,” Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht said. You never will be able to get those moments back when you’re done.” Moments like the ones James had, when the Lakers are banged up and recovering …

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against San Antonio’s Stephon Castle during the first half of the Lakers’ 120-115 win to open NBA Cup play Friday. “Taking steps in the right direction.” Davis, who scored a season-high 40 points, worked from the block with Wembanyama on his hip and the shot clock running down, only to find a cutting LeBron James …

Another LeBron James triple-double leads Lakers to third win in a row
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Another LeBron James triple-double leads Lakers to third win in a row

LA Times  

Another game, another triple-double for LeBron James, who tosses chalk in the air before Wednesday’s win. James scored 35 points with 14 assists and 12 rebounds — his third straight triple-double, all leading to Lakers wins inside their home arena. So it’s nothing new to me.” Wednesday’s heroics came with the Lakers having blown an early 15-point lead while their …

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