L.A. Times - Lakers

Even the Rockets thought Deandre Ayton's controversial ejection was 'soft'

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:33:06 GMT

Deandre Ayton was the best player on the court for the Lakers in Game 4 against Houston before his ejection compromised the Lakers' comeback hopes.

Turnover-plagued Lakers fail to pull off sweep in Game 4 loss to Rockets

Broderick Turner — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:34:40 GMT

The Lakers commit 24 turnovers and make only five three-pointers as the Houston Rockets pull away in the third quarter en route to a 115-96 win in Game 4.

'It keeps getting better and better.' Bronny James settling into Lakers playoff role

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:10:02 GMT

His first postseason points come in a 26-second flurry that includes a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk off a pass from his father in Game 3.

Plaschke: Believe yet? Lakers leave no doubt in stunning comeback win over Rockets

Bill Plaschke — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Not only have the Lakers proven they can beat the Houston Rockets, but they've also shown they're capable of defeating Oklahoma City and San Antonio.

LeBron James and Lakers showcase their clutch-time prowess in Game 3 win

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

LeBron James put on another ageless performance and the Lakers proved once again they are one of the NBA's top clutch-time teams in their Game 3 win.

Marcus Smart leads Lakers to commanding 3-0 lead over Rockets in playoff series

Broderick Turner — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:54:08 GMT

Even though Austin Reaves was unable to play, Marcus Smart had a big night with 25 points, 10 assists, five steals and two blocks in an overtime win.

Rare Kobe Bryant trading card 'at the top of every wish list' sells for record sum

Steve Henson — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:36:05 GMT

A 1997 Kobe Bryant Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems rookie trading card with a metallic green background sold for a record amount.

Swanson: Lakers' JJ Redick makes a case that he's the right coach for the playoffs

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In his second season at the helm, he's proving he can make the adjustments necessary to beat Houston in a first-round playoff series.

Victor Wembanyama's concussion puts Spurs in peril the Lakers avoided without Luka Doncic

Steve Henson — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:10:19 GMT

The Spurs fell to the underdog Portland Trail Blazers after center Victor Wembanyama's concussion. Meanwhile, the Lakers again overcame Luka Doncic's absence.

Lakers' 'Swiss Army knife' Marcus Smart sets the tone against Kevin Durant, Rockets

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:29:57 GMT

Marcus Smart has stepped into a leadership role for the Lakers, helping them believe they can beat Houston without Luka Doncic and Austin Reeves.

Lakers beat Rockets in Game 2 with a new Big Three

Broderick Turner — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:48:06 GMT

LeBron James, Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart combined for 76 points, 16 rebounds and 16 assists to lead the Lakers to a 2-0 series lead.

Luka Doncic providing Lakers a big playoff boost, even from the bench

Broderick Turner — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:05:50 GMT

Lakers star Luka Doncic's playful nature and ability to bring "good vibes" is serving the team well heading into their Game 2 showdown with the Rockets.

Luke Kennard provides a jolt of Luka magic, helping the Lakers beat the Rockets

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The injury-ravaged Lakers were expected to wilt in the playoffs, but Luke Kennard delivered a blistering shooting show during a win over Houston.

Plaschke: Can Lakers steal series? Anything is possible after Game 1 win

Bill Plaschke — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Lakers were connected, apparently having had time to adjust to the loss of their two leading scorers, while the Rockets looked confused.

Shorthanded Lakers knock off Durant-less Rockets in playoff opener

Broderick Turner — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:39:45 GMT

LeBron James is two rebounds short of a triple-double and Luke Kennard has a career playoff-high 27 points in the best-of-seven series opener.

Lakers 'elevate' work for playoffs with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves injured

Broderick Turner — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:00:57 GMT

While the starting backcourt is trying to return during the first round of the playoffs, coach JJ Redick and team work hard to prepare for Rockets.

Nike is denied trademark for Bronny James 'b9' logo. Here's why

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:31:10 GMT

The 'b9' logo denied because of 'likelihood of confusion' with Back9 Golf Apparel's registered mark. James has worn shoes bearing the logo in some Lakers games.

Swanson: Can LeBron James pull off his second-greatest playoff feat?

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

If he carries the injury-riddled Lakers past the heavily favored Rockets, the team's last standing star will again stamp his label as the G.O.A.T.

'He knows the most': How LeBron James sets the tone for Lakers entering playoffs

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:30:16 GMT

Playing in his record-tying 19th postseason, James will be the leading man against the Rockets after injuries to guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Luka Doncic eligible for NBA's postseason awards after league, NBPA rule in his favor

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:13:11 GMT

Luka Doncic, a leading candidate for MVP and a lock for his sixth All-NBA team, played in only 64 games this season. The NBA typically requires 65 games played to be eligible.

Deandre Ayton knows the Lakers need him to be his best in the playoffs

Broderick Turner — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:30:25 GMT

Early in his career, the 7-foot center helped the Phoenix Suns reach the NBA Finals as a double-double machine. The Lakers need that again.

L.A.'s Blue Era: How popular are the Dodgers? Even the Lakers look up at them. Way up

Bill Shaikin — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In a Loyola Marymount survey asking Los Angeles County residents to identify their favorite among the 12 pro sports teams within the local market, nearly half picked the Dodgers.

Lakers prepare for Rockets playoff series with emphasis on rebounding

Broderick Turner — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:18:06 GMT

Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined indefintely, coach JJ Redick says "taking care of the basketball and boxing out. That's the series."

Luka Doncic rejoining Lakers after getting injury treatment in Europe

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:25:12 GMT

Lakers star Luka Doncic will rejoin the team on Friday after getting treatment for his injury in Europe. There is no timetable for when he will be cleared to play.

Hall of Fame coach Doc Rivers out in Milwaukee. Is superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo next?

Steve Henson — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:54:53 GMT

The Milwaukee Bucks had a down year largely because Giannis Antetokounmpo played in only 36 games. Coach Doc Rivers is out and Antetokounmpo might be traded.

How do the Lakers match up against the Houston Rockets entering their playoff series?

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:52:00 GMT

The Lakers did enough at the end of the regular season to secure the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference and home-court advantage in its first-round matchup with the Rockets.

'Mr. 82.' How Jake LaRavia became the injury-plagued Lakers' iron man

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Jake LaRavia of the Lakers is one of only 18 players this season to appear in every regular season game.

Lakers defeat Jazz, will open playoffs at home against Houston

Broderick Turner — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:08:22 GMT

The Lakers are the fourth-seeded team and will have home-court advantage over the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

'He does so many more things.' How Luke Kennard became the Lakers' emergency point guard

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:46:34 GMT

Beyond being the league's leading three-point shooter, Luke Kennard has 31 assists in the last four games, stepping up his ball-handling responsibilities for the Lakers.

LeBron James and resilient Lakers defeat Suns, stay in hunt for No. 3 playoff seed

Broderick Turner — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:32:28 GMT

LeBron James leads the Lakers to a 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns to keep them in contention for the No. 3 playoff seed in the Western Conference.

LeBron James powers shorthanded Lakers to important win over Warriors

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:30:28 GMT

With Warriors star Stephen Curry not playing because of injury, LeBron James leads the Lakers to a 119-103 win to stop the team's three-game losing streak.

Plaschke: Broken Lakers need to shut down the season

Bill Plaschke — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Their season turned into a nightmare with injuries to stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, who should not be rushed back to play in hopes of saving the season.

Lakers great Michael Cooper is introduced as Cal State L.A. men's basketball coach

Kara Carrell — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 23:36:37 GMT

Lakers legend Michael Cooper hopes to add another chapter to his decorated career as the new coach of the Cal State L.A. men's basketball team.

With their Big Three sidelined, Lakers lose to Thunder again in another blowout

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 20:00:53 GMT

With LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out with injuries, the Lakers lose in a 123-87 blowout to the first-place Oklahoma City Thunder.

Injury-riddled Lakers lose to Dallas; Luka Doncic to have medical treatment in Europe

Broderick Turner — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 02:30:52 GMT

LeBron James finishes with 30 points, 15 assists and nine rebounds, but without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers lose 134-128 to the Mavericks.

Lakers' Austin Reaves out for rest of regular season with oblique strain

Broderick Turner — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 21:42:23 GMT

With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined the rest of the regular season, the ailing Lakers will be without their starting backcourt possibly into the playoffs.

Luka Doncic's hamstring strain will keep him out for remainder of the regular season

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 14:08:30 GMT

How will Luka Doncic's injury impact the Lakers over the remainder of the regular season? There's only five games left before the NBA playoffs.

Lakers star Luka Doncic suffers hamstring injury in reality-check loss to Thunder

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 03:39:05 GMT

Luka Doncic pulled up in the midrange and grabbed his left leg before eventually walking off the court under his own power in a 139-96 loss to the Thunder.

After a sizzling March, Lakers face a big playoff test against equally hot Oklahoma City

Broderick Turner — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Lakers and Thunder were two of the NBA's hottest teams in March. When they face off, L.A. will get a chance to prove it is ready for the playoffs.

Luka Doncic matches Michael Jordan for the most magical March in NBA history

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 05:02:48 GMT

Luka Doncic finishes with 42 points and becomes the third-youngest player in NBA history to reach 15,000 career points in the Lakers' 127-113 win over Cleveland.

Lamar Odom's past is a 'cesspool of trauma,' he says: 'I don't know what made me relevant now'

Christie D'Zurilla — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:48:24 GMT

It seems like Lamar Odom was in no hurry to revisit the 'cesspool of trauma' that crystallized with his overdose at the Love Ranch in Nevada — but apparently, Netflix was.

LeBron James achieves his 125th career triple-double in Lakers' win over Wizards

Broderick Turner — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:39:02 GMT

LeBron James finishes with a triple-double as the Lakers overcome Luka Doncic's suspension to defeat Washington 120-101 for their 15th win in last 17 games.

Lakers hope two-day 'reset' will refresh them for final stretch of the season

Broderick Turner — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:18:34 GMT

Luka Doncic won't play for the Lakers against the Wizards on Monday night because of a one-game suspension he received for his 16th technical foul.

Luka Doncic will serve one-game suspension for techs on Monday

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:27:32 GMT

The Lakers superstar, who picked up his 16th technical foul on Friday in a win over the Nets, will miss the game against the Wizards on Monday night.

Swanson: Bronny James has proven he deserves to be a Laker — with or without LeBron

Mirjam Swanson — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:42:37 GMT

Bronny James has shown his value to the Lakers at an important time, confirming he isn't on the roster solely to appease his father, LeBron James.

Lakers beat Nets, but Luka Doncic is facing suspension again after 16th technical

Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Broderick Turner — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:45:44 GMT

Only a week after Luka Doncic's 16th technical foul was rescinded by the NBA, the Lakers superstar picked up another one in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.

Luka Doncic scores 43 as road weary Lakers hold off late Pacers rally

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:44:44 GMT

LeBron James, Austin Reaves and Jaxson Hayes each score 20-plus points to end a six-game road trip with a fifth victory.

Lakers fade in final seconds against Pistons as nine-game win streak ends

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:45:18 GMT

Luka Doncic misses a game-tying three-pointer just before the final buzzer as the Lakers' nine-game winning streak ends in a 113-110 loss to the Pistons.

Luka Doncic avoids suspension after NBA rescinds his 16th technical foul

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:32:37 GMT

The NBA rescinded technical fouls issued to Luka Doncic and Goga Bitadze during the Lakers' win over the Orlando Magic.

Luka Doncic says vulgar comment from Orlando player led to his 16th technical

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 04:01:56 GMT

Lakers star Luka Doncic hopes he won't be suspended by the NBA after he says an explicit comment from Orlando's Goga Bitadze led to his 16th technical foul.

Luke Kennard's last-second three-pointer lifts Lakers to ninth consecutive win

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 23:12:11 GMT

Lakers star LeBron James played in his 1,612th NBA regular-season game against the Magic on Saturday, when Luke Kennard sank a last-second three for the win.

Luka Doncic's 60-point game thrusts Lakers star into middle of MVP debate

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Lakers star Luka Doncic, the NBA's leading scorer, has been on a tear, with his 60-point game against Miami reigniting debate over his MVP credentials.

Luka Doncic scores 60 and LeBron ties NBA games record in Lakers' eighth straight win

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:42:57 GMT

Luka Doncic scores 60 points and LeBron James finishes with a triple-double as the Lakers rally from a 15-point deficit to beat Miami 134-126.

Luka Doncic (40 points) and LeBron James (30) lead Lakers to win over Rockets

Broderick Turner — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:23:35 GMT

Luka Doncic is just shy of a triple-double and LeBron James misses only one shot as Lakers defeat the Rockets.

Plaschke: 'Yeaaaaaah!' A child's cheer inspires surging Lakers

Bill Plaschke — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

When measuring the furiously growing buzz around the Lakers, one need only heed the hopeful cries of one of their most rabid fans, 6-year-old Jackson Tuyay.

'Meal Ticket' doc goes deep into the real history of the incomparable McDonald's All-American Games

Steve Henson — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:56:17 GMT

The documentary 'Meal Ticket' is an exhaustively researched labor of love by co-directors Corey Colvin and Carlton Gerard Sabbs that premieres Thursday on Prime Video.

Lakers surge late and defeat Rockets for their sixth consecutive win

Broderick Turner — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:25:44 GMT

Luka Doncic finishes with 36 points as the Lakers surge in the final minute and lean on a gritty defensive effort in a 100-92 victory over Houston.

How Austin Reaves pulled off a perfect game-tying missed free throw in Lakers' win

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Austin Reaves' perfectly executed play at the free-throw line against the Nuggets is another reminder of much he has grown with the Lakers.

Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves lift Lakers to thrilling overtime win over Nuggets

Broderick Turner — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 03:50:34 GMT

Austin Reaves forces overtime after scoring off a rebound from his own free-throw miss before Luka Doncic scores in the final second of a 127-125 Lakers win.

LeBron James' adaptability a key in victory over the Bulls

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:13:14 GMT

The 41-year-old forward is letting Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves control the offense, but he continues to find ways to impact the game on both ends of the court.

Luka Doncic scores 51 points as surging Lakers rout Bulls in LeBron's return

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:08:22 GMT

Luka Doncic finishes with 51 points and falls one assist short of a triple-double as the Lakers defeat the Chicago Bulls 142-130 for their fourth straight win.

Lakers' Luka Doncic in a custody dispute for his two daughters with his former fiancée in Slovenia

Steve Henson — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:16:33 GMT

Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is attempting to bring his two daughters to the United States from his native Slovenia after separating from his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes.

The Lakers turn a big liability into an asset, using strong defense to beat Minnesota

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:17:37 GMT

Why are Lakers playing better defense? Who is fueling their progress? Coach JJ Redick and the Lakers discuss their progress after a win over Minnesota.

Swanson: Booooo! Bam Adebayo was 'cheating the game' in surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81-point effort

Mirjam Swanson — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Bam Adebayo scored 83 points in a game, surpassing Kobe Bryant's iconic 81-point effort, against the tanking Wizards, who helped inflate his stats.

Luka Doncic has a triple-double as depleted Lakers defeat Minnesota

Broderick Turner — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:55:47 GMT

Luka Doncic had 31 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists as Lakers, without LeBron James, Jaxson Hayes and Maxi Kleber, defeat the Timberwolves.

Luka Doncic fined $50,000 by NBA for 'inappropriate' gesture toward official

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:13:19 GMT

After getting knocked to the court when trying to draw a charge that was not called, he rubbed his fingers together toward a referee to suggest there had been a payoff.

Lakers prove against Knicks they can achieve gritty defensive wins

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Lakers have struggled against the NBA's best teams, but they showed a level of defensive stinginess against the Knicks that could serve them well.

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves carry LeBron-less Lakers to win over Knicks

Broderick Turner — Sun, 8 Mar 2026 22:35:38 GMT

Luka Doncic scores 35 points and Austin Reaves 25 points as the Lakers overcome LeBron James' absence in a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks.

Lakers know they have something to prove against the Knicks on Sunday

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 7 Mar 2026 12:31:52 GMT

After dispatching the Pacers with ease behind Luka Doncic's 44 points, the Lakers can show their playoff might Sunday against the New York Knicks.

Luka Doncic joins elite Lakers company with 44-point effort in win over Pacers

Broderick Turner — Sat, 7 Mar 2026 06:13:52 GMT

Luka Doncic scores 44 points against Indiana, becoming only the fourth player in Lakers history to score at least 40 points 10 times in a season.

Luka Doncic is one technical foul away from an automatic suspension

Broderick Turner — Fri, 6 Mar 2026 08:13:37 GMT

Luka Doncic received his 15th technical foul of the season in the Lakers' loss to the Nuggets, putting him one technical away from a one-game suspension.

LeBron James breaks another Kareem Abdul-Jabbar record, but hurts his elbow in loss

Broderick Turner — Fri, 6 Mar 2026 04:11:56 GMT

Lakers star LeBron James breaks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for most career field goals in the regular season during a 120-113 loss to Denver.

Swanson: The Lakers are the wrong kind of interesting amid relentless fan scrutiny

Mirjam Swanson — Thu, 5 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The team has a chance to pull ahead of the Nuggets with a win in Denver on Thursday, yet regardless of the outcome it will be debated ad nauseum.

Lakers hope comeback win over Pelicans gives the team a timely boost

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 14:39:43 GMT

The Lakers got some key defensive stops late in a win over the Pelicans on Tuesday, a victory they hope breeds confidence and positive momentum.

All five starters score in double figures as Lakers defeat the Pelicans

Broderick Turner — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 06:18:05 GMT

With all five starters scoring in double figures, the Lakers pulled out a victory over a stubborn New Orleans Pelicans team.

Luka Doncic and LeBron James power Lakers to another rout against last-place Kings

Broderick Turner — Mon, 2 Mar 2026 05:11:40 GMT

Luka Doncic scores 28 points and LeBron James finishes with 24 points as the Lakers dominate the NBA-worst Sacramento Kings in a 128-104 crowd-pleaser.

Luka Doncic and Lakers dominate Curry-less Warriors to halt losing streak

Broderick Turner — Sun, 1 Mar 2026 04:12:35 GMT

LeBron James makes his 1,000th career three-pointer and Luka Doncic scores 26 points as the Lakers beat Golden State to end their three-game losing streak.

Luka Doncic's 41-point effort can't save Lakers from last-second loss to Suns

Broderick Turner — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:02:42 GMT

The Lakers overcome a 12-point deficit in fourth quarter only for Royce O'Neale to make a winning three-pointer with less than a second left in the Suns' victory.

Lakers hire former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as a draft advisor

Los Angeles Times staff and wire reports — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:58:45 GMT

The two-time national college coach of the year and 2019 NCAA champion said to help "the Lakers in any way I can is exciting."

LeBron James' buzzer-beater misses as Lakers fall to Magic

Broderick Turner — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:16:51 GMT

The Lakers come up short when LeBron James misses a last-second shot that sends L.A. to a 110-109 loss to the Magic.

New Lakers executive Lon Rosen discusses increased ticket prices, Magic Johnson

Broderick Turner — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:43:23 GMT

New Lakers exec Lon Rosen said he hopes season ticket holders will "renew" them despite the enormous increase for next season.

Patrick Beverley won't face assault charges connected to teenage sister's accusations

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:41:14 GMT

Former NBA star Patrick Beverley will no longer face a felony assault charge after his teenage sister alleged last year that he grabbed her by the neck and punched her in the eye.

With Pat Riley watching, Lakers routed by Celtics in rivalry game

Broderick Turner — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:24:34 GMT

Luka Doncic had 25 points for the Lakers, but they couldn't stop the Celtics from beyond the three-point line and lost 111-89.

Plaschke: During statue unveiling, Pat Riley reminds the disjointed Lakers of keys to winning

Bill Plaschke — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:50:51 GMT

On the day his statue was unveiled outside Crypto.com Arena, Showtime era coach Pat Riley urged the Lakers to fight to create legacies worth chasing.

Statue outside Lakers' arena is another first for Pat Riley, the consummate coach

Broderick Turner — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The brains behind the Showtime Lakers guided the team to seven NBA Finals and four titles in nine seasons. Sunday he becomes the first coach to get a statue.

Luka Doncic and Lakers hold off Clippers after Kawhi Leonard exits late

Broderick Turner — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 06:32:06 GMT

Lakers stars Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves helped the team hold off a spirited Clippers rally during a 125-122 win Friday at Crypto.com Arena.

Lakers will have Big 3 available again when playing Clippers on Friday

Broderick Turner — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:40:43 GMT

Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves have played only 10 games together, but coach JJ Redick said everyone will be available when the season resumes.

Lon Rosen to take over business operations for the Lakers

Broderick Turner — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:27:36 GMT

Tim Harris, who was part of the organization for more than three decades, will be replaced by new owner Mark Walter's business partner with the Dodgers.

Kawhi Leonard and LeBron James shine at All-Star Game in L.A., but young legs prevail

Broderick Turner — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:21:18 GMT

LeBron James focused on bonding with teammates from around the league and figuring out a new All-Star Game format, passing on talk about his future.

Photos: Highlights from NBA All-Star Game weekend in Inglewood

Allen J. Schaben, Ronaldo Bolaños — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:03:16 GMT

Photos of the NBA's top players, rising stars and select celebrities, who gathered for all-star weekend festivities at the Intuit Dome and Kia Forum.

Damian Lillard, not even playing this season, makes history in NBA three-point contest

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 01:31:41 GMT

While Team Knicks takes the shooting stars title, Lillard opens the Saturday contests by winning the three-point shootout and Johnson claims the slam dunk victory.

Lakers' Luka Doncic plans to play in NBA All-Star Game

Broderick Turner — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:30:16 GMT

The superstar guard has missed the last four Lakers games because of a strained hamstring. Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is making his seventh appearance.

'I always had a mission': How LeBron James has maintained peak performance

Broderick Turner — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:30:00 GMT

LeBron James' unprecedented 23-year career and 22 All-Star selections were only possible by an ever-improving regimen of diet, exercise and cutting-edge technology.

NBA All-Star weekend: Team Vince wins the Rising Stars Challenge

Steve Galluzzo — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:01:57 GMT

Philadelphia rookie VJ Edgecombe has 17 points in the semifinals and has the tying and winning free throws in the championship game on Friday at Intuit Dome.

LeBron James becomes oldest NBA player with a triple-double in Lakers' win

Broderick Turner — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:39:47 GMT

LeBron James led the Lakers with 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds in a victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

'It fills me': Lakers' Deandre Ayton makes it a special day for kids at camp

Broderick Turner — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

It's a special day for the center as his family foundation partners with NBPA and consulates to host a day of activities for youths of Bahamian and Jamaican descent.

NBA Crossover: Where fans can get immersed in All-Star Weekend

Steve Galluzzo — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Fans can experience basketball through pop culture, fashion, technology, music and entertainment, including interacting at time with current and former stars.

NBA All-Star Weekend: What time is the game? What's new?

Dan Loumena — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The 75th NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles this weekend is more than a game, it's a mini-tournament with three teams. Here's what you need to know.