The Los Angeles Lakers have played three of their five preseason games, but new acquisitions Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton have yet to see the floor. Summary from publisher descriptions · Lakers Nation
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Notably, Luka Doncic looks to be in great shape once again and ready to lead a new era of Lakers basketball. Summary from publisher descriptions · Lakers Nation
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SB Nation team blog- JJ Redick provides injury updates on Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton
After a mostly exciting week of preseason games, the biggest question for the Lakers largely center around the health of some of the top players, namely Walker Kessler. The big man has yet to suit up this preseason after jamming his finger during practice in the first week of…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - The good, the bad and the murky of the Lakers preseason so far
First impressions are important. Whether it’s your appearance during a job interview, how your jokes land on a blind date or the execution of an offensive set in a team’s preseason game, a lot could be garnered from that first blink.
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - Sandro Mamukelashvili says he blacked out, played Snoop Dogg after signing with Lakers
Some players sign a deal with a new team in free agency and start immediately envisioning how they will fit in with their new teammates. Others black out and start celebrating in a diner parking lot while listening to Snoop Dogg.
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- Walker Kessler says his finger is ‘good,’ JJ Redick expects him to play in preseason
Although the Los Angeles Lakers’ marquee free agency signing, Walker Kessler, is yet to play through three preseason games after jamming his finger on the backboard during training camp, neither Kessler nor his head coach, JJ Redick, sound alarmed about Kessler’s availability.…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - Jeanie Buss is doing what’s best for her, not the Lakers
“Our focus has always been what we believe is the best for the Lakers…” That line came from a joint statement the Buss siblings released in August, as it became clear a battle was coming over the fate of the trust’s share in the Lakers. This week, the siblings made their stance…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - ‘I’m a basketball player’: Sandro Mamukelashvili’s connectivity continues to lift Lakers
LOS ANGELES — After popping out to the 3-point line following a ballscreen, Sandro Mamukelashvili caught the ball at the top of the key. As Kings center Maxime Raynaud ran to close out, the 6-foot-10 Mamukelashvili dribbled to the right, then put the ball between his legs before…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - Luka Dončić, Sandro Mamukelashvili shine as Lakers down Kings
With Austin Reaves back in the lineup, the Lakers picked up their second win over the Kings this preseason, winning 114-110 on Thursday. LA built up a big lead with the starters and regular rotation members on the floor, then saw it dwindle away in garbage time to make the score…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - Austin Reaves to make preseason debut against Kings
After sitting out the first two exhibition contests, Austin Reaves will make his preseason debut against the Kings on Thursday. Head coach JJ Redick announced pregame that Reaves would return to the court, his first appearance since signing his big deal to return to the Lakers…
Read at Silver Screen and Roll → - The Lakers are already showing their new defensive identity
Two preseason games produced two very different outcomes for the Lakers. LA routed the Sacramento Kings on the first night of a back-to-back, with superstar Luka Dončić playing just one half.
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Yardbarker
Lakers feed- JJ Redick Reveals What Makes Luka Doncic Different From Other NBA Superstars
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has offered an interesting insight into what separates Luka Doncic from other NBA superstars, revealing that despite his extraordinary basketball abilities, the Slovenian guard is surprisingly very chill and ordinary away from the court.
Read at Yardbarker → - Luka Doncic Makes Surprising Admission About Being One Of The NBA’s Biggest Superstars
Luka Doncic is one of the biggest superstars in the NBA, but the Los Angeles Lakers guard has made a surprising admission about the eyes that come with his success.
Read at Yardbarker → - Sandro Mamukelashvili Opens Up On Playing With Luka Doncic And Austin Reaves
After losing LeBron James this summer, along with several key members of their supporting cast, the Los Angeles Lakers are being overlooked by much of the NBA community.
Read at Yardbarker → - JJ Redick Gives Crucial Updates On Collin Sexton, Walker Kessler Ahead Of Final Preseason Games
There are only two preseason games left for the Lakers this year, and we’re still unsure if we’ll get to see the full roster in action. To date, this past Thursday was the closest we got to seeing a full-strength Lakers team, as it featured both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Read at Yardbarker → - Luka Doncic Admits He’s 'Disappointed' By Lakers’ Playoff Loss To Thunder
Last season, the Lakers were considered underdogs in the Western Conference. Even with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James, they lacked the same depth and firepower as elite contenders like the Thunder, Spurs, and Timberwolves.
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- Derek Fisher names player who can fix the LA Lakers’ bench unit
LA Lakers legend Derek Fisher believes the team’s free-agent signing, Sandro Mamukelashvili, is the player who can reignite the team’s bench unit. Last season, the team struggled when key players like Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James went to the bench.
Read at Yardbarker → - Warriors signing Brandin Podziemski to massive contract extension
The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension with guard Brandin Podziemski.
Read at Yardbarker → - Russell Westbrook Announces Surprising Olympics Goal After NBA Retirement
The Los Angeles City Council honored former NBA star Russell Westbrook on Friday for all his contributions to the community over the years. Westbrook was presented with a certificate for his efforts, primarily through his “Russell Westbrook Why Not?
Read at Yardbarker → - 'I Still Call Him a Snitch': Nick Young Reopens Feud With D’Angelo Russell Over Exposing His Cheating Scandal
Nick Young still has not forgotten what happened between him and D’Angelo Russell in 2016. Nearly a decade after their Los Angeles Lakers locker-room controversy made headlines, he continues to hold D-Lo responsible.
Read at Yardbarker → - Los Angeles Lakers Terminate Contract of 22-Year-Old Forward
The Los Angeles Lakers waived forward William Kyle III on Friday, one day after a preseason win over the Sacramento Kings, and signed undrafted rookie Rafael Castro to fill the spot.
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LA Times Lakers
Local beat coverage- Lakers still waiting for preseason debuts of Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton
The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves show why they click in Lakers' preseason win
The Lakers will lean on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to lead the team this season, and they showed their on-court chemistry in a 114-110 win over Sacramento.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Jeanie Buss' siblings file formal opposition to her attempt to block sale of Lakers
The five siblings call Jeanie's petition "legally and factually baseless" in a statement provided to The Times on Wednesday.
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- Adou Thiero aims for bigger Lakers role after injury-marred rookie season
Adou Thiero had one of the few exciting moments for the Lakers in a 124-98 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors. He hopes to provide more this season.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Luka Doncic scores 21 as Lakers unveil new defense in preseason win over Kings
Lakers star Luka Doncic puts on a show with Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves sidelined by injury in a 127-103 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Lakers ace defender Matisse Thybulle learning from savants Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
Matisse Thybulle says practice is sure to be tougher than games when he gets pushed by offensive savants Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Bronny James continues to refine his skills and role with the Lakers
The third-year point guard has worked to be a better communicator, facilitator and defender this summer and at training camp.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Lakers select Derrin Horton to be new public-address announcer
The veteran sports broadcaster and former KTLA sports anchor replaces the late Lawrence Tanter, who retired late last season because of health issues.
Read at LA Times Lakers → - Lakers' early defensive prowess impresses Austin Reaves, JJ Redick
The veteran guard was quick to mention new wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams along with second-year forward Adou Thiero. The coach points to team's depth.
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Lake Show Life (FanSided)
Team blog- Luka Doncic looks ready to make case for best player in world after rare summer hiatus
The Los Angeles Lakers need Luka Doncic to be in the MVP race this season, and his time off has the superstar looking ready from the jump.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Lakers' final roster spot has become a two-man race with preseason over halfway done
Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy are locked in a head-to-head for spot number 15 on the Los Angeles Lakers roster.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Leaguewide roster trims won't solve Lakers' backup big man problem
There is no one on a roster bubble around the league who can truly help the Los Angeles Lakers' frontcourt.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Anthony Davis looks ready to put Wizards in contract dilemma Lakers happily avoided
The Los Angeles Lakers traded Anthony Davis before this contract standoff happened, but he is healthy and already making a massive impact on the Wizards.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Collin Sexton can save Bronny James from playing PG unless injuries strike
The Los Angeles Lakers clearly need a second-unit point guard, and Collin Sexton can keep Bronny James from being forced into an ill-fitting role.
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- Lakers' path to acquiring Goga Bitadze complicated by Luka Doncic dust-up
The Los Angeles Lakers could really use Goga Bitadze on their roster, but he reportedly insulted Luka Doncic's family during an on-court scuffle.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Lakers won't truly know what this roster looks like until Walker Kessler returns
The Los Angeles Lakers have shown promise this preseason, but this roster won’t be at its best until Walker Kessler returns.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Theories of Jake LaRavia's Lakers demise were clearly premature
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia has responded to criticism in the most productive way: By putting in the work to improve.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Bronny James' scoring limitations are hindering his offensive ceiling with the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers need to see Bronny James find a way to consistently beat defenses as a scoring threat.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - JJ Redick's excitement about Quentin Grimes suggests Lakers found missing piece
Tim Legler spoke about Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and how high he is on Quentin Grimes. With good reason.
Read at Lake Show Life (FanSided) → - Lakers’ Adou Thiero-Jake LaRavia debate boils down to priorities
Who gets the more prominent role between Adou Thiero and Jake LaRavia depends on what the Los Angeles Lakers value more.
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Lakers Nation
Team blog- JJ Redick Details Keys To Lakers’ Lineups Without Walker Kessler
Through three games, the Los Angeles Lakers have not seen Walker Kessler in preseason action due to a finger injury. With only two exhibition games remaining, the hope for head coach JJ Redick is to have his full roster available for one of them, although it remains to be seen…
Read at Lakers Nation → - Kevon Looney: Lakers Have ‘Utmost Confidence’ In Luka Doncic
With LeBron James departing in free agency, Luka Doncic is now the unquestioned leader of the Los Angeles Lakers and he is acting as such. Doncic organized a minicamp in his home country of Slovenia for the entire team, giving them an opportunity to get to know each other and…
Read at Lakers Nation → - Luka Doncic Believes Lakers Have ‘Very Deep’ Roster
The Los Angeles Lakers have seen some encouraging things through their first three preseason games after overhauling the roster this offseason. Notably, Luka Doncic looks to be in great shape once again and ready to lead a new era of Lakers basketball.
Read at Lakers Nation → - This Day In Lakers History: Game 6 Win Over Heat Clinches 2020 NBA Championship
The 2019-20 NBA season was one of the craziest ever as the league was forced to shut down due to the coronavirus...
Read at Lakers Nation → - What’s Going On With Walker Kessler And Collin Sexton?
The Los Angeles Lakers have played three of their five preseason games, but new acquisitions Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton have yet to see the floor. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has continued to express that Kessler (finger) and Sexton (lower leg) are dealing with minor…
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Around the NBA
From league outlets- Why Luka Doncic believes Lakers could win championship
Lakers coach JJ Redick raised eyebrows ahead of media day when he said the Lakers could become a championship-level team this season. Well, the franchise’s superstar echoes that sentiment.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Lakers still waiting for preseason debuts of Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton
The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Lakers ‘not committed’ to Walker Kessler making preseason debut Tuesday
It remains to be seen whether Walker Kessler (jammed finger) will make his preseason debut for the Lakers on Tuesday. “I would say we’re not committed to that,” Lakers coach...
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- The good, the bad and the murky of the Lakers preseason so far
Although the sample size is small, there are still emerging trends and choices worth taking note of.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Lakers face instant reality check on expensive Walker Kessler gamble
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.
Read at Yardbarker → - Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Game Highlights
- Lakers’ Doncic buries three from logo to beat shot clock
Watch as Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic buries a three-pointer from the logo to beat the expiring shot clock.
Read at Sportsnet → - Ranking every NBA team's offense entering the 2026-27 season: Knicks at No. 1, Lakers and Celtics in top five
Who will have the best -- and the worst -- offenses in the NBA this season? We're projecting each team
Read at CBS Sports → - Buss siblings push back on Jeanie Buss as Lakers sale nears NBA vote
Five of Jerry Buss' six children filed their formal opposition in court on Wednesday to Jeanie Buss' petition to stop the sale of the family trust's remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.
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