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Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) and center Deandre Ayton (5) celebrate against the Houston Rockets in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lakers Cannot Afford a Repeat of Their Game 1 Performance

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers’ leading scorers, watched Luke Kennard’s inferno and LeBron James’ mastermind from the sideline during...

Nemahn SantosApril 19, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) splits the defense of Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) and guard Reed Sheppard (15) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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What Does Rockets Reporter Lachard Binkley Think About Lakers-Rockets?

The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets’ playoff series tips off this Saturday. Obviously, the Lakers will be without their top two scorers....

Darren JeansApril 16, 2026

April 7, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) moves the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Luke Kennard’s Chance to Be More Than Just a Shooter Has Arrived

What a March the Los Angeles Lakers had. They went on an incredible winning streak. Luka became an MVP candidate again. LeBron seemed...

Darren JeansApril 9, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Lakers’ Injuries Mean LeBron Must Turn Back Clock as Much as Possible

During the Lakers’ recent blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, superstar Luka Dončić sustained a hamstring injury early in the third quarter....

Antwane Willis Jr.April 8, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looses the ball during a drive against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Lakers Are Now a Dream Playoff Matchup

The Los Angeles Lakers spent all of March fighting for seeding, flipping narratives, and proving they were a nightmare matchup for anyone in...

Nemahn SantosApril 7, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) watches his shot over Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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Which of Three Possible Opponents Do Lakers Want in NBA Playoffs?

Luka Dončić and the 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers have battled the ups and downs of their first year together, but through all the...

Antwane Willis Jr.March 25, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts with guard Austin Reaves (15) after scoring a game winning shot during overtime against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves Are Fulfilling Lakers’ Expectations

Here comes the Los Angeles Lakers. Don’t look now, but the Lakers are playing some incredible basketball. Not only that, but they also...

Darren JeansMarch 19, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) gestures during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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LeBron James Is Shining as a Role Player for Lakers

After two decades of being the King of the NBA, can LeBron James really thrive as a role player? The Los Angeles Lakers...

Tanner PloosterMarch 18, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Luka Doncic’s Recent Criticism Has Been Loud and Unfounded

When a player wears purple and gold, everything they do is magnified by the Los Angeles spotlight. Whether it’s fair or not, stars...

Nemahn SantosMarch 10, 2026

Dec 7, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers small forward LeBron James (23) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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Who Are the Top 10 Purest Scorers the NBA Has Ever Seen? Part 2

In part one, James Harden, Luka Doncic, Tracy McGrady, Kyrie Irving and Shaquille O’Neal were named the No. 6-10 purest NBA scorers ever....

William JingMarch 5, 2026

Dec 21, 2019; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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Who Are the Top 10 Purest Scorers the NBA Has Ever Seen? Part 1

Many prolific scorers have played in the NBA throughout the league’s history. These include era-defining players as well as their best teammates and...

William JingFebruary 25, 2026