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Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) and pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) after winning in the eighteenth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays in game three of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
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Japanese Brands Are Taking Over Los Angeles Sports

When Mark Walter acquired majority control of the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025, the focus was on the sale itself: a record valuation...

June 19, 2026
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Which Guard, Wing and Center Should Lakers Target in NBA Draft?

The 2026 NBA Draft is littered with talent from top to bottom. Even though the Lakers do not find themselves in the lottery,...

June 16, 2026
May 24, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots while defended by San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first quarter during game four of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Six Superstars Deserved to Win the 2026 NBA MVP Award

On May 17, Shams Charania broke the news that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had been voted as the 2025-2026 NBA MVP. While a majority of...

June 11, 2026
Jan 6, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward/guard Luka Doncic (77) talks to Head Coach JJ Redick against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Los Angeles Lakers 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers had quite the season. From LeBron James missing the first 14 games due to a right-sided sciatica injury to...

June 10, 2026
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Raj Chipalu Became One of Lakers’ Fastest-Rising Media Voices

I’m scrolling through social media one day when I come across a clip of Brian Windhorst on Jason Timpf’s podcast Hoops Tonight. Anytime...

June 9, 2026
Sep 25, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka leaves a press conference to preview the 2025-26 season at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images
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The Lakers’ Rohan Ramadas Hire Is Both Encouraging and Concerning

The Lakers’ offseason has officially begun. The Los Angeles Lakers hired former Pelicans vice president of strategy and operations Rohan Ramadas as an...

May 26, 2026
May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers starters look on from the bench in the final minutes of game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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How Did Each Los Angeles Lakers Player Perform This Postseason?

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end two weeks ago. They entered the postseason shorthanded, but the team stepped up to...

May 25, 2026
May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) warms up prior to game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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What’s Rui Hachimura Worth After A Stellar Postseason Performance?

There was a somber feeling in the air as Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick and General Manager Rob Pelinka addressed the media on...

May 13, 2026
May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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What Should the Lakers Learn From the Thunder Series Sweep?

It was only a matter of time before the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Luka Doncic-less Lakers were...

May 12, 2026
May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers starters look on from the bench in the final minutes of game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Game 3 Loss Proves Lakers Are No Match for the Thunder

After the Lakers’ 131-108 Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, their demise is inevitable. The Thunder outclass the Lakers in every...

May 10, 2026
May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) steals the ball from Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) in the second half during game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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The Lakers Can’t Handle the Thunder’s Depth

Los Angeles Lakers’ players, fans and even coaches are fed up with the officiating after Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals, but...

May 8, 2026
May 5, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) defends in the first half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Dylan Huntzinger, A.K.A. ThunderChats, Talks Lakers-Thunder

The second-round series between the Lakers and the Thunder is underway. As we saw in Game 1, the Lakers have an uphill battle...

May 6, 2026
May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Lebron James (23) makes a layup against the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter of game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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LeBron Defies Devastating History of Injury-Ruined Championship Hopes

The Los Angeles Lakers headed into the 2026 NBA Playoffs in turmoil. No Luka Dončić. No Austin Reaves. Both crocked with injuries at...

May 5, 2026
Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) talks with guard Marcus Smart (36) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Lakers’ Solutions to Defeating Thunder Are Hidden in Plain Sight

After defeating Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets 4-2, the Los Angeles Lakers are rewarded with an opportunity to avenge their four regular-season...

May 5, 2026