Lakers’ defense a bright spot during winless start. Here’s why it’s working
2 years, 4 months ago

Lakers’ defense a bright spot during winless start. Here’s why it’s working

New York Times  

Amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ winless start and the predictable drama surrounding Russell Westbrook’s play and future, Los Angeles has quietly posted the second-best defensive rating through three games, allowing just 103.4 points per 100 possessions. Having an elite rim protector like Davis behind them allows the Lakers’ guards to take a more aggressive approach against ballhandlers. So I have a big that has my back, I can gamble a little more defensively, pressure a little bit more knowing my backline defense is gonna be there.” On this play against Golden State, Davis steps up higher than normal to prevent Stephen Curry from shooting a pull-up 3 – the Lakers will shift their coverage against players like Curry and Damian Lillard – and then recovers to block a rolling James Wiseman’s shot from behind. Steals and blocks aren’t the end-all defensively, but Davis is averaging 3.5 steals and 3.0 blocks per 100 possessions – the highest number of “stocks” per 100 possessions of his career.

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Boston takes on Los Angeles, seeks 4th straight win
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Boston takes on Los Angeles, seeks 4th straight win

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Boston comes into a matchup with Los Angeles as winners of three games in a row. LeBron James is scoring 24.9 points per game and averaging 8.0 rebounds for the Lakers. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 8-2, averaging 114.6 points, 46.0 rebounds, 25.6 assists, 6.1 steals and 4.7 …

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone
1 week, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone

The Hindu  

LeBron James scored 34 points on a milestone night and Luka Doncic added 30 points and 15 assists as Los Angeles Lakers celebrated with a 136-115 victory over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. Jaxson Hayes scored 19 points and pulled down 10 rebounds as Los Angeles won its seventh consecutive game despite playing the past three without Rui …

LeBron’s big game helps Lakers fend off collapse in fourth straight win
2 weeks, 3 days ago

LeBron’s big game helps Lakers fend off collapse in fourth straight win

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James tries to block a shot by Minnesota’s Terrence Shannon Jr. in front of Lakers forward Rui Hachimura during the first half of the Lakers’ 111-102 win Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. It was another moment, another play by James for a Lakers team that has suddenly become one of the NBA’s grittiest — a group that fights …

Lakers play the Timberwolves on 3-game win streak
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Lakers play the Timberwolves on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Thursday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles comes into a matchup against Minnesota as winners of three straight games. The Lakers average 113.0 points per game, 4.0 more points than the 109.0 the Timberwolves give up. The Timberwolves average 112.1 points per game, 0.5 more than the 111.6 the Lakers allow. …

Luka Doncic struggles against his old team, but LeBron James’ big fourth lifts Lakers
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Luka Doncic struggles against his old team, but LeBron James’ big fourth lifts Lakers

LA Times  

Luka Doncic reacts after drawing a foul on a basket in the first half. “Felt like I didn’t know what I was doing.” Following his best game as a Laker when he scored 32 points against Denver, Doncic hunted for rhythm Tuesday against Dallas — a search that was mostly fruitless. “And we don’t win the game if Do’ doesn’t …

NBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers claim top spot; Lakers, Warriors are lurking
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NBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers claim top spot; Lakers, Warriors are lurking

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Mavericks vs Lakers. Sacramento Kings Last ranking: 14 In the last week: L vs. GS, W vs. CHA Offensive rating: 115.5 Defensive rating: 114.2 Post All-Star break: The Kings just joined the Celtics and Grizzlies as the only teams in the league to win multiple games by at least 40 points this season following …

Irving and the Mavericks take on conference foe Los Angeles
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Irving and the Mavericks take on conference foe Los Angeles

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -8; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks take on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Dallas ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 33.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Anthony Davis averaging 9.1. LAST 10 …

The Sports Report: New-look Lakers struggle in loss to Charlotte
3 weeks, 3 days ago

The Sports Report: New-look Lakers struggle in loss to Charlotte

LA Times  

Charlotte guard Seth Curry gets the handle on a rebound near teammate Jusuf Nurkic in the second half. Tulowitzki, now an assistant coach with the Texas Longhorns, happily obliged — excited to work with a player of Betts’ caliber and, like the rest of the baseball world, also curious to see how the six-time Gold Glove right fielder would fare …

Utah hosts Los Angeles following Reaves’ 45-point game
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Utah hosts Los Angeles following Reaves’ 45-point game

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles faces the Utah Jazz after Austin Reaves scored 45 points in the Lakers’ 124-117 victory against the Indiana Pacers. Los Angeles is at the bottom of the Western Conference recording only 41.8 rebounds per game led by LeBron James averaging 7.8. LAST 10 …

Milwaukee takes on Golden State after Lillard’s 43-point game
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Milwaukee takes on Golden State after Lillard’s 43-point game

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Golden State Warriors vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -6; over/under is 232 BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee takes on the Golden State Warriors after Damian Lillard scored 43 points in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 135-127 win against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Bucks average 14.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 more made shots on average …

Austin Reaves scores a career-high 45, and the Lakers shock the Pacers 124-117 without LeBron, Luka
1 month, 1 week ago

Austin Reaves scores a career-high 45, and the Lakers shock the Pacers 124-117 without LeBron, Luka

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Austin Reaves scored a career-high 45 points and the streaking Los Angeles Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers 124-117 on Saturday without LeBron James or Luka Doncic. Los Angeles jumped to a 25-point lead in the first half, and Reaves scored 14 points in the fourth quarter while the Lakers held off Indiana, the fourth-place team in the …

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors

The Hindu  

LeBron James poured in 42 points to join Michael Jordan as the only 40-year-olds to score 40 points in an NBA game as the host Los Angeles Lakers notched a 120-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Pacers 119, Clippers 112 Pascal Siakam collected 33 points and 11 rebounds and Bennedict Mathurin added 25 points as Indiana …

Los Angeles faces Golden State, seeks 4th straight victory
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Los Angeles faces Golden State, seeks 4th straight victory

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Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Thursday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -7.5; over/under is 221.5 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles will try to extend its three-game win streak with a victory over Golden State. Stephen Curry is scoring 22.4 points per game and averaging 4.4 rebounds for the Warriors. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 8-2, averaging …

Clippers face the Lakers in conference play
1 month, 1 week ago

Clippers face the Lakers in conference play

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Los Angeles Clippers Inglewood, California; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers host LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in Western Conference action. The Lakers average 5.0 more points per game than the Clippers allow their opponents to score. LAST 10 GAMES: Clippers: 6-4, averaging 114.0 points, 45.5 rebounds, …

New York puts home win streak on the line against Los Angeles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New York puts home win streak on the line against Los Angeles

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks New York; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: New York will try to keep its four-game home win streak intact when the Knicks take on Los Angeles. New York ranks sixth in the Eastern Conference with 27.6 assists per game led by Jalen Brunson averaging 7.5. LAST 10 GAMES: Knicks: 7-3, averaging 121.0 …

Washington faces Los Angeles, seeks to break 15-game slide
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Washington faces Los Angeles, seeks to break 15-game slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Washington Wizards Washington; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -7.5; over/under is 224.5 BOTTOM LINE: Washington aims to stop its 15-game skid when the Wizards take on Los Angeles. The Wizards’ 12.5 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.9 fewer made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Lakers allow. …

LeBron James doesn’t take a night off against NBA’s worst team in Lakers win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James doesn’t take a night off against NBA’s worst team in Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James controls the ball in front of Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly during the Lakers’ 134-96 win Thursday night. LeBron James walked through the hallway outside the Lakers locker room Thursday night and wondered how he was going to be able to mentally engage in the 48 minutes ahead of him. With Anthony Davis back in Los …

Lakers embarrassed against short-handed 76ers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lakers embarrassed against short-handed 76ers

LA Times  

Philadelphia’s Eric Gordon goes up for a shot against Jaxson Hayes during the first half. I feel like the other team takes advantage of that.” The Lakers opened the game with energy and intention, quickly leading by nine points. He didn’t play well, but he’s been playing great in the stay-ready games and he’s been playing great in the G. …

Anthony Davis has a monster game, tallying 42 points and 23 rebounds in Lakers win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Davis has a monster game, tallying 42 points and 23 rebounds in Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, controls the ball in front of Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries during the Lakers’ 112-107 win Monday. The Lakers were perfect, Anthony Davis dominating everywhere on the court while the scoreboard ticked up in their favor on nearly every possession. Still, even without any real momentum for the last three quarters, the Lakers managed to …

Davis, James lead Lakers to 118-108 victory over Warriors as Curry goes scoreless in second half
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Davis, James lead Lakers to 118-108 victory over Warriors as Curry goes scoreless in second half

Hindustan Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Anthony Davis had 36 points and 13 rebounds, LeBron James added 25 points and 12 assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 118-108 on Saturday night. The Lakers held Stephen Curry scoreless in the second half as he went 0 for 8 from the field after halftime. Key moment Neither team had led …

Davis, James lead Lakers to 118-108 victory over Warriors as Curry goes scoreless in second half
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Davis, James lead Lakers to 118-108 victory over Warriors as Curry goes scoreless in second half

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Anthony Davis had 36 points and 13 rebounds, LeBron James added 25 points and 12 assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 118-108 on Saturday night. The Lakers held Stephen Curry scoreless in the second half as he went 0 for 8 from the field after halftime. Key moment Neither team had led …

Los Angeles faces Golden State on 3-game road slide
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Los Angeles faces Golden State on 3-game road slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles will attempt to end its three-game road slide when the Lakers face Golden State. Los Angeles is the worst team in the Western Conference recording 41.3 rebounds per game led by Anthony Davis averaging 11.8. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 4-6, averaging 107.2 points, …

Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves propel Lakers to 117-96 victory over Celtics
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Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves propel Lakers to 117-96 victory over Celtics

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LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis scored 24 points, Austin Reaves added 23 and the Los Angeles Lakers cruised to a 117-96 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. LeBron James had 20 points and 14 rebounds after being selected for the All-Star Game for the 21st consecutive season earlier in the day. Los Angeles hit 11 3-pointers in the …

The Sports Report: Lakers look like a title contender in win over Celtics
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Lakers look like a title contender in win over Celtics

LA Times  

Jaxson Hayes battles for rebound position against Boston’s Luke Kornet in the second half. Two days after UCLA’s Aday Mara put every inch of his 7-foot-3 frame to excellent use against Wisconsin — making all seven shots in scoring a career-high 22 points, playing lockdown defense, grabbing rebounds and repeatedly getting hacked by overmatched counterparts who had no choice but …

Los Angeles takes home win streak into matchup with Boston
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Los Angeles takes home win streak into matchup with Boston

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Thursday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -6; over/under is 220.5 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hosts Boston aiming to extend its three-game home winning streak. Los Angeles is seventh in the Western Conference with 26.4 assists per game led by LeBron James averaging 9.0. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 108.9 …

Lakers play their best basketball of the season in dominant win over rival Celtics
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lakers play their best basketball of the season in dominant win over rival Celtics

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves loses the ball in front of Celtics center Luke Kornet, left, in the first half of the Lakers’ win Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. “…I think everybody who got the nod, you know, played well.” Lakers forward Anthony Davis, bottom, battles for loose ball with Celtics forward Jayson Tatum in the second quarter Thursday. “And as much …

Lakers get back on track against woeful Washington
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lakers get back on track against woeful Washington

LA Times  

LeBron James, who had a triple-double, drives to the basket to score against the Wizards in the second quarter. But with the midway point of the season here Tuesday, the Lakers played the one team in the NBA bad enough to make anyone — even the Lakers — feel like they’ve got it figured out. James, fresh from watching his …

Austin Reaves scores a career-high 38 points as Lakers hold on for 102-101 victory over Nets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Austin Reaves scores a career-high 38 points as Lakers hold on for 102-101 victory over Nets

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Austin Reaves scored a career-high 38 points, LeBron James had 29 and the Los Angeles Lakers held on to beat the Brooklyn Nets 102-101 on Friday night. Russell, traded by the Lakers to the Nets, had 19 points in his first game against his former team while Zaire Williams and Tosan Evbuomwan scored 15 apiece. Lakers: Reaves …

San Antonio faces Los Angeles, seeks to stop 3-game skid
2 months ago

San Antonio faces Los Angeles, seeks to stop 3-game skid

Associated Press  

San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Monday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: San Antonio heads into the matchup with Los Angeles as losers of three games in a row. The Lakers score 111.8 points per game, equal to what the Spurs give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 6-4, averaging 113.2 points, 42.7 rebounds, 26.6 assists, 6.6 steals …

San Antonio takes on Los Angeles, aims to stop 3-game skid
2 months ago

San Antonio takes on Los Angeles, aims to stop 3-game skid

Associated Press  

San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Saturday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: San Antonio is looking to end its three-game losing streak with a win against Los Angeles. San Antonio is second in the Western Conference with 34.7 defensive rebounds per game led by Victor Wembanyama averaging 8.9. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 6-4, averaging 113.2 points, 42.7 …

The Sports Report: Lakers get an unexpected loss in Dallas
2 months, 1 week 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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2 months, 1 week 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 …

After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great
2 months, 1 week 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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2 months, 1 week 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
2 months, 1 week 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
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Lakers go all-in on Austin Reaves, hoping he'll become an all-star
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers go all-in on Austin Reaves, hoping he'll become an all-star

LA Times  

The Lakers have placed a wager as massive as LeBron James’ shoulders, and they have placed that wager on a former undrafted guard. The Lakers’ Austin Reaves leaps in the air and passes the ball during a game against the Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Coach JJ Redick said he spoke to Reaves about “the patience to just make …

Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -3; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland is looking to build upon its seven-game win streak with a victory against Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer makes per game than the Cavaliers allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Anthony …

Anthony Davis, Lakers spoil interim coach Doug Christie’s Kings debut with 132-122 win
2 months, 2 weeks 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 months, 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 months, 2 weeks 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, …

Lakers beat Warriors 115-113 in James-Curry matchup, Anthony Davis leaves game with ankle sprain
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers beat Warriors 115-113 in James-Curry matchup, Anthony Davis leaves game with ankle sprain

New York Times  

The 53rd matchup between LeBron James and Stephen Curry was the latest chapter in their storied rivalry, with James’ Los Angeles Lakers defeating Curry’s Golden State Warriors 115-113 in a classic Christmas Day matchup Wednesday. Without leading scorer Anthony Davis and amid a Curry 3-point flurry, the Lakers leaned on Austin Reaves, whose game-winning layup with 1.0 seconds left capped …

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -4.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Golden State Warriors face the Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors average 15.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.9 more made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Lakers allow. The Lakers average 11.5 …

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak
2 months, 3 weeks 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 months, 3 weeks 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
2 months, 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 …

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

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

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide
3 months ago

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -7; over/under is 217 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hits the road against Minnesota looking to end its three-game road losing streak. The Timberwolves average 110.5 points per game, 5.3 fewer points than the 115.8 the Lakers allow. Anthony Davis is scoring 27.5 points per game …

Sinking Lakers must throw LeBron James and Anthony Davis overboard
3 months, 1 week ago

Sinking Lakers must throw LeBron James and Anthony Davis overboard

LA Times  

Dear LeBron, … ask out. If Davis gives his approval — the Lakers don’t need it and could trade him today since he signed his contract in 2023, but they would want it because that’s how they treat superstars — the Lakers could send him somewhere that can give him a chance at another ring before his body breaks down …

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