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Lakers select wing Dalton Knecht with No. 17 pick in 2024 NBA Draft

The Lakers' pick is in, and it seems to be a promising one -- Dalton Knecht.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 27, 2024

Where the Lakers stand in the in-season tournament

After beating the Jazz 131-99 on Tuesday, the Lakers control their destiny as far as possibly winning the NBA in-season tournament.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 22, 2023

Jalen Hood-Schifino may be nearing a return for the Lakers

Lakers rookie guard Jalen Hood-Schifino has been cleared to start working toward a return to game action after suffering a knee contusion.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 18, 2023

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Frank Vogel saw Austin Reaves as a poor man’s Luka Doncic in 2021

In his last season as Lakers head coach, Frank Vogel saw tons of potential in Austin Reaves.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 27, 2023

Cam Reddish, Jarred Vanderbilt to sit out Lakers vs. Nets preseason game

The Lakers will be without two supporting players when they take the court in Las Vegas against the Nets on Monday evening.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 9, 2023

LeBron James Explains Significance of Bronny’s Commitment to USC

LeBron called Saturday “one of the best days of my life.”

Sports Illustrated · May 7, 2023

Anthony Davis to sit out Wednesday’s Lakers versus Thunder game

The Lakers will be seriously depleted when they face the Thunder on Wednesday, as they will be without their three best players.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 2, 2023

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LeBron James will not play Saturday versus the Warriors

The Lakers will once again be without their best player on Saturday against the defending NBA champion Warriors.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 11, 2023

LeBron James and Anthony Davis expected to return versus Knicks

The Lakers are expected to be near full strength on Tuesday against the Knicks in Manhattan.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 31, 2023

LeBron James, Lonnie Walker IV won’t play versus Heat

The Lakers will be rather shorthanded on Wednesday when they host the Heat.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 5, 2023

Jayson Tatum’s Tweet About LeBron’s Looming Milestone Goes Viral

The Celtics star was in awe of James’s performance as he inches closer to the NBA’s all-time career scoring record.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 31, 2022

Lonnie Walker IV, Troy Brown Jr. are out versus Trail Blazers

The Lakers will be shorthanded versus the Trail Blazers on Wednesday.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 1, 2022

LeBron James is out Sunday versus Brooklyn Nets

LeBron James will miss his second straight game because of a strained left adductor.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 14, 2022

Russell Westbrook went off on his Lakers experience in his season-ending press conference

This might make things pretty awkward if Westbrook somehow returns to the Lakers next season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: I’m not sure what his issue was with me

Kyle Goon: Russell Westbrook on what it was like with Frank Vogel: "I've never had an issue with any of my coaches before." "I'm not sure what his issue was with me," he said about Vogel, and said he felt like he was trying to prove himself to Frank ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel. I’m not sure what his issue was with me

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Russell Westbrook: I was too relaxed at times playing back home

Jovan Buha: Russell Westbrook said he was "too relaxed at times, to be completely honest" playing back home in Los Angeles. Source: Twitter @jovanbuha What's the buzz on Twitter? Ryan Ward @ RyanWardLA Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: "I'm not sure ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Malik Monk on Frank Vogel: ‘I love the man’

Michael Scotto: Lakers SG Malik Monk on Frank Vogel: "I love the man. He gave me a chance. This was the only team that called me in the offseason and gave me a chance. I have nothing bad to say about him. All praise goes to him. If it wasn't…

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 10, 2022

Most likely destinations for Russell Westbrook: Houston, New York or Charlotte?

I guess my top three will probably be again Houston, New York and Charlotte, based on what I've heard and what other people have reported. Source: Spotify What's the buzz on Twitter? StatMuse @ statmuse 40/10 games in a season since merger: 13 - ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022

Russell Westbrook wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout

Westbrook is a prideful man. His swagger is both his sword and his shield, and he will not lay them down lightly. He is wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout, one source close to him explained. But he also still believes he can ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022

Stanley Johnson hopes to stay with Lakers

Mike Trudell: Johnson mentioned that the team has an option to keep him under contract next year, and said: "Hopefully I've played well enough that they would take me back." Source: Twitter @LakersReporter What's the buzz on Twitter? Dave McMenamin ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022

Russell Westbrook after being told any Laker can bring up the ball: I’m the point guard, give me that s—

"Russell Westbrook never respected Frank [Vogel] from Day 1," said one Lakers staff member with knowledge of the situation. "The moment Frank said anybody who gets the rebound can bring it up the court, which is just how the NBA is played these ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 4, 2022

Frank Vogel on Russell Westbrook: He’s doing everything he can, I’m proud of him

Ryan Ward: Frank Vogel on Russell Westbrook: "He's doing everything he can. … I'm proud of Russ." Source: Twitter @RyanWardLA What's the buzz on Twitter? Melissa Rohlin @ melissarohlin Anthony Davis said the most frustrating part of this season is ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 3, 2022

LeBron James day-to-day moving forward

Jovan Buha: Frank Vogel says LeBron James is day-to-day moving forward. Source: Twitter @jovanbuha What's the buzz on Twitter? CBS NBA @ CBSSportsNBA LeBron James injury update: Lakers superstar to sit Sunday vs. Nuggets due to ailing ankle ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 1, 2022

LeBron James jokes on April 1: I’m out for the season officially

LeBron James: I'm out for the season officially. 臘‍♂️. See y'all in the fall. ✌ Source: Twitter @KingJames What's the buzz on Twitter? Kurt Helin @ basketballtalk LeBron James (on April Fool's Day): 'I'm out for the season officially' ...

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