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LeBron James after 28-point loss: Lakers had 'no answers' for Pelicans' run

With the 123-95 loss to the Pelicans, the Lakers suffered their fifth defeat in their last six games with the road ahead not favouring them. Postgame, LeBron James said the team had no answer for the Pelicans' big mid-game run.

Yash Matange

LeBron James addresses his future with the Lakers, wanting to play one season with his son

“I see myself being with the purple and gold as long as I can play. But I also have a goal that if it’s possible — I don’t even know if it’s possible — and if I can play with my son, I would love to do that,” James said.

Nick Metallinos

How Rob Pelinka's roster moves pushed LeBron James, Lakers from powerful to pitiful

The mistakes of the past will limit what Rob Pelinka can do in the future.

Jordan Greer

NBA Panic Meter: Do the Nets, Lakers have time to get back on track?

With the stretch run of the season approaching, plenty of teams haven't lived up to their expectations. Is it time to panic just yet? Let's break out the panic meter for the remainder of the season.

Benyam Kidane

Biggest NBA storylines for final stretch of regular season: Will Lakers, Nets get back on track?

With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?

Kyle Irving

Lakers rumors: LeBron James' agents unhappy GM Rob Pelinka didn't complete Russell Westbrook-for-John Wall trade

Should the Lakers have made the trade? Klutch Sports thinks so.

Jacob Camenker

Comparing every 2022 NBA All-Star to members of 75th Anniversary Team

Is LeBron James closer to Magic Johnson or Michael Jordan? Is Giannis Antetokounmpo more like Wilt Chamberlain or Shaquille O'Neal? We compared every 2022 NBA All-Star to one member of the 75th anniversary team.

Micah Adams

Kobe Bryant's All-Star legacy: stats, achievements, moments

Kobe Bryant dominated the league for the Lakers for the better part of two decades, but in addition to the regular season and playoff honors, the late Lakers icon also racked up some significant numbers and accolades in the NBA's midseason showcase event.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron James won't rule out return to Cavs, pledges to play final NBA season with son

James told The Athletic that "the door's not closed" on a return to Cleveland.

Jordan Greer

Anthony Davis injury update: Lakers star out four weeks with mid-foot sprain

Anthony Davis went to the locker room after suffering a brutal ankle injury in the second quarter of the Lakers contest against the Jazz on Wednesday.

Kyle Irving

Will the Lakers make the playoffs?

Can the Los Angeles Lakers actually miss the playoffs this season? Given everything that has gone on in 2021-22, it is not out of the realm of possibility. We take a look to see how realistic it is.

Nick Metallinos

Klay Thompson explodes for season-high vs. Lakers

Klay Thompson recorded his highest-scoring night since returning from his two-year injury layoff on Saturday, finishing with 33 points on 12-of-22 shooting (5-of-9 from deep) in a 117-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Nick Metallinos

NBA all-time scoring list: When will LeBron James catch Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?

LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in all-time points for the regular season and playoffs combined during Saturday night's game against the Warriors, but he is still a ways away from being dubbed the NBA's all-time leading scorer (which is regular season scoring only).

Kyle Irving

Goran Dragic likely to be bought out

As expected, Goran Dragic is likely going to be bought out by the San Antonio Spurs, and the veteran guard is already drawing interest from teams such as the Lakers and Warriors.

Nick Metallinos

What's next for Lakers following quiet trade deadline? Buyout market last hope of upgrading roster

The Lakers were one of only a few teams that didn't make a move at Thursday's trade deadline, leaving them with a lot to figure out between now and the playoffs.

Scott Rafferty

Is LeBron James playing tonight in Lakers vs. Warriors on ABC?

LeBron James missed five games earlier this month with left knee soreness and is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Nick Metallinos

2022 NBA trade deadline winners and losers: Ben Simmons for James Harden blockbuster caps wild day

The Kings, Pacers, Pelicans, Nets, Sixers, Celtics, and Blazers all pulled off big moves at the 2022 trade deadline. Who won and who lost?

Stephen Noh

Lakers reject Westbrook for Wall deal from Rockets

For the second time in two years, it seemed like Westbook and Wall would headline a trade for each other but the Lakers wanted nothing to do with the Rockets' request.

Yash Matange

Patrick Beverley tweets shot at Russell Westbrook with Lakers in midst of freefall

Patrick Beverley didn't forget Russell Westbrook's infamous quote.

Jordan Greer

Why LeBron James deserves blame as 'Lakers GM' for Russell Westbrook trade and larger roster problems

While Rob Pelinka and the rest of the Lakers' front office ultimately sign off on the final decisions, James should not escape culpability for his part in the construction of the roster.

Jordan Greer

LeBron James on Lakers' Russell Westbrook situation: 'We haven’t done a great job of helping him'

Talking about a moment between the Lakers' Big 3 in the final seconds against the Bucks, LeBron James talks about how the superstars want to help each other get better and haven't been able to do a good job of it so far.

Yash Matange

Head-to-head rivalry between Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James enters new chapter

With four members of the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team in action, the head-to-head matchup between Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James takes centre stage.

Gilbert McGregor

Lakers' LeBron James lauds growth of Knicks' RJ Barrett

After RJ Barrett finished with a career-high 36 points in a loss to the Lakers, LeBron James went into the depth of their relationship while giving high praise to the Toronto native.

Gilbert McGregor

Why did the Lakers bench Russell Westbrook vs. Knicks? Frank Vogel attributes 'tough decisions' to spirit of winning

Despite not logging a minute in the overtime period, Russell Westbrook was in good spirits after the Lakers' come-from-behind win over the Knicks.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron James' return fixes some of Lakers' issues, but LA's struggles vs. Knicks expose more problems

LeBron James' presence might help fix most of the Lakers' problems, but their narrow victory over the Knicks serves as a reminder that he can't fix everything.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Trade Rumors: Biggest buyers and sellers at the 2022 Trade Deadline

A number of teams can be active at the 2022 trade deadline, with the NBA's buyers and sellers emerging as those most likely to make a move.

Gilbert McGregor

Healthy AD has potential to spark Lakers recovery

In recent games, Anthony Davis seemed to have regained his elite ways. His superstar play, on both ends of the floor, is crucial to the Lakers coming out on top in winnable games during the second half of the season especially in stretches without LeBron James.

Yash Matange

The complete LeBron James injury history: How Father Time is finally catching Lakers' superstar

At a pivotal juncture of the season for LeBron James and the Lakers, take a look back at the complete history of the superstar missing time to gauge just how troubling this recent trend is.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron James knee injury: Expert medical analysis on 'general swelling' for Lakers' superstar

An MRI revealed "general swelling" in LeBron James' left knee. Our medical expert, Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopedic Center in Houston, Texas, provides a greater understanding of what that means.

Gilbert McGregor

Games of the week: Embiid vs. Doncic headlines superstar matchups

From Jayson Tatum vs. Jimmy Butler to start the week and Trae Young vs. Luka Doncic to end the week, there are a number of superstar matchups to watch.

Kyle Irving

LeBron James injury update: Lakers star to miss time with left knee injury

On Sunday, head coach Frank Vogel announced that LeBron James has returned to Los Angeles to receive treatment on his left knee.

Kyle Irving

LeBron injury update as Lakers enter key stretch

Sitting at 24-26, the Lakers face a pivotal stretch of games ahead of the trade deadline, that could shape the rest of their season. Four of their next six games, come against sub .500 teams, opening the door to go on a run with Anthony Davis back in the lineup.

Benyam Kidane

Is Westbrook better without LeBron?

With LeBron James and Anthony Davis sidelined, Russell Westbrook had his best scoring game of the season, continuing a trend of impressive performances in James' absence.

Yash Matange

6 burning questions that will shape the NBA trade deadline

TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at six storylines that will determine how active this season's trade deadline will be.

Scott Rafferty

Anthony Davis sparkles in Philadelphia but Lakers supporting cast provides no assistance

Anthony Davis returned to form in his second game back from injury, finishing with 31 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks in 34 minutes, but if the Lakers are to capitalize off his strong play, they'll need some help from other sources as well.

Nick Metallinos

Embiid focused on 'winning' to win MVP

After finishing as the runner-up in the 2020-21 MVP voting, Embiid is once again a frontrunner for the league's most prestigious individual award.

Yash Matange

LeBron ties Kobe with 18th All-Star selection

LeBron James has tied Kobe Bryant for the second-most selections to the All-Star Game in NBA history.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron James injury update: Lakers star out vs. 76ers, day-to-day with knee issue

LeBron James has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with a sore left knee.

Nick Metallinos

Russell Westbrook trade rumors: Why Lakers won't send out star guard for Rockets' John Wall

Unless their stance unexpectedly changes, the Lakers are going to keep Westbrook and count on him to make an impact down the stretch.

Jordan Greer

Basketball is Calling presented by Bell: James Worthy will never forget learning he would be named to the Hall of Fame

In the second installment of Basketball is Calling presented by Bell, James Worthy details the moment he learned that he would be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Gilbert McGregor

How Embiid morphed into a 7-foot Kobe

From turnaround jumpers to fadeaways and one-dribble pull ups, it's evident that Joel Embiid has continuously worked to pattern his game after Kobe Bryant.

Gilbert McGregor

Remembering Kobe: NBA players pay homage to Lakers legend

On the anniversary of his death, current and former NBA players sent out tributes to Kobe Bryant on social media.

Benyam Kidane

Vince Carter celebrates Kobe Bryant on anniversary of tragic death: 'Thank you for the battles and the friendship'

With Vince Carter's 45th birthday falling two years to the date of the tragic accident that took the lives of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others, the Raptors legend shared his plans to celebrate the life of his fallen friend.

Gilbert McGregor

Thank you, Kobe

How one Kobe Bryant game-winner in Toronto forever strengthened the bond between two brothers. NBA.com's Carlan Gay, who grew up in Canada, remembers watching his hero in person for the first time and details the everlasting impact of that distinctive memory.

Carlan Gay

How did AD play in return from injury vs. Nets?

In his first game since Dec. 17, when he injured his left MCL which forced him to miss the next 17 games, Davis played a total of 25 minutes and finished with eight points and four blocks in the team's comfortable win in Brooklyn.

Yash Matange

Anthony Edwards has become NBA's best quote

When the Timberwolves selected Anthony Edwards with the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, they not only got a future franchise player but also the best quote in the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Four questions: How does AD's return affect the Lakers?

After missing the last 17 games due to a left MCL sprain, Anthony Davis appears to be set to return for the Lakers nationally televised matchup against the Nets on Tuesday.

Kyle Irving

Davis (knee) listed as probable vs. Nets

Anthony Davis has been sidelined since Dec. 18 with a sprained MCL in his left knee.

Kyle Irving

Butler passes LeBron in Heat's record book

Butler's 10th triple-double comes in his 139th regular season game for the Heat while James' nine came over the course of 294 games.

Yash Matange

Games of the week: MVP winners go head-to-head

From New York to The Bay, a number of players that have won the league's highest honour will go head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

Davis (knee) downgraded to out vs. Heat

Anthony Davis has been sidelined since Dec. 18 with a sprained MCL in his left knee.

Kyle Irving

Where LeBron ranks all time in major statistical categories

Although LeBron James has said he doesn't want to celebrate career milestones until he's retired, he is set to pass a few this season.

Nick Metallinos

Where LeBron ranks all time in statistical categories

Although LeBron James has said he doesn't want to celebrate career milestones until he's retired, he is set to pass a few this season.

Nick Metallinos

Which teams are most in need of a shakeup?

NBA.com's writers give their picks for which teams most need a shakeup before the Feb. 10 trade deadline.

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways from third All-Star fan vote returns

With All-Star voting concluding on Jan. 22, starters will be announced on Thursday, Jan. 27.

Gilbert McGregor

Soundsystem: What's happening in LA?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers follow-up LeBron apology with statement win

Coming off a 37-point blowout loss in Denver on Saturday, the Lakers, who hadn't won against a .500 team in nearly a month, bounced back in statement fashion by defeating the Utah Jazz 101-95.

Yash Matange

Vinsanity Scale: Grading Westbrook's poster dunk

Russell Westbrook threw down one of the dunks of the year, climbing Rudy Gobert for the highlight-reel play.

Benyam Kidane

NBA honours Dr. King's life and legacy

From pregame addresses to halftime performances, Dr. Martin Luther King was honoured throughout the NBA action on the holiday.

Gilbert McGregor

Viewer's Guide: NBA on MLK Day

Everything you need to know for Monday's 12-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron apologizes to Lakers fans

LeBron James took to Twitter addressing Laker fans following their 37-point loss to the Nuggets.

Benyam Kidane

Westbrook responds to Magic Johnson's criticism

Lakers legend Magic Johnson has hit out at what he perceives to be a lack of effort from the team following their 133-96 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night.

Nick Metallinos

Lakers win fourth in a row behind LeBron

In their 134-118 home victory over the Hawks, the Lakers, led by LeBron James, registered some remarkable numbers on both ends of the floor.

Yash Matange

Plenty to celebrate in Lakers' big win over Hawks

In their 134-118 home victory over the Hawks, the Lakers, led by LeBron James, registered some remarkable numbers on both ends of the floor.

Yash Matange

LeBron at center could save Lakers' season

The numbers point to the Lakers being a different team when LeBron James plays center, and the eye test backs it up.

Scott Rafferty

How to watch Lakers vs. Hawks

Two of the league's best scorers in Trae Young and LeBron James will meet on Friday when the Lakers host the Hawks.

Scott Rafferty

When can Bronny James play in the NBA? Eligibility timeline for LeBron's son to enter NBA Draft

Bronny James, a 17-year old high school junior at Sierra Canyon School in Chatsworth, Calif., is making a name for himself as an elite prospect in the Class of 2023. How soon could he join the NBA?

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron at center is a game-changer for Lakers

The Lakers have been playing LeBron James much more at center lately. Wins have still been hard to come by despite him going supernova, but the numbers point to it being a game-changer for Los Angeles.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron on increased minutes: 'I feel pretty good'

This season LeBron James is averaging his most minutes (36.7) ever in a Laker uniform, but the 37-year-old says he's more than up for the task.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron unfazed by heavy minutes

LeBron is currently tied for second in the league in minutes per game, however despite being in his 19th season, he says he's not concerned.

Benyam Kidane

SN 50: Did we get the right LeBron season?

TSN's Scott Rafferty and Gilbert McGregor go through LeBron James' historic career to figure out which of his seasons was most deserving to be represented in our 50 greatest seasons in sports history ranking.

Scott Rafferty

Cavs acquire Rondo in three-team deal

The Cavaliers have acquired two-time NBA champion Rajon Rondo, who averaged 3.1 points and 3.7 assists in 18 appearances with the Lakers this season.

Carlan Gay

Power Rankings: New Year's resolutions for all 30 teams

To ring in the New Year, we're recommending one New Year's resolution for each NBA team.

Kyle Irving

The 1960s All-Decade Team

The greatest champion. The greatest record setter. The walking triple-double. The 1960s featured some of the largest legendary figures in the history of the game. Beyond the biggest names, who else ruled the decade?

Micah Adams

Rajon Rondo trade grades: Lakers clear roster spot in three-team trade with Cavaliers and Knicks

The Lakers have cleared a roster spot in a three-team trade with the Cavs and Knicks, but what does that mean?

Carlan Gay

Would post-30-years-old LeBron be a Hall of Famer?

The Lakers' LeBron James is having an incredible individual season, and if we were to look at his career from 30 onward, he would still be a Hall-of-Famer based off his numbers and accolades.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron has been a HOFer on each side of 30 years old

The Lakers' LeBron James is having an incredible individual season, and if we were to look at his career from 30 onward, he would still be a Hall-of-Famer based off his numbers and accolades.

Nick Metallinos

Reflecting on LeBron's career as he turns 37

The Lakers' superstar has crafted an NBA legacy chock full of championships, trophies and more.

Gilbert McGregor

Lakers' struggles continue despite LeBron's recent tear

LeBron James has been putting up superhuman numbers since Anthony Davis went down with an injury. While it would have otherwise warranted and received MVP attention, the Lakers results aren't helping his case.

Yash Matange

Despite LeBron's stretch of MVP-level play, Lakers fail to win

LeBron James has been putting up superhuman number since Anthony Davis went down with an injury. While it would have otherwise warranted and received MVP attention, the Lakers results aren't helping his case.

Yash Matange

Lakers' LeBron James declines response to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's criticism of COVID meme

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote in an essay that the meme LeBron James posted on his Instagram was "a blow to his worthy legacy."

Scott Rafferty

LeBron, Westbrook join elite list with triple-double feat

In a win over the Rockets, LeBron James and Russell Westbrook became the 12th pair of teammates in NBA history to record a triple-double in the same game.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron reaches 36k points while playing center

Throughout his career, James has been called a point-forward but on Tuesday night (Dec. 28) for the first time after 18 seasons of NBA basketball, the King started at center and helped the Lakers get back on track.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron James starts at center, helps Lakers snap five-game skid with triple-double

Throughout his career, James has been called a point-forward but on Tuesday night (Dec. 28) for the first time after 18 seasons of NBA basketball, the King started at center and helped the Lakers get back on track.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron, Westbrook join elite list with latest feat

In a win over the Rockets, LeBron James and Russell Westbrook became the 12th pair of teammates in NBA history to record a triple-double in the same game.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron becomes youngest to 36K points

With his 32-point triple-double outing in Houston on Dec. 28, James passed yet another points landmark on the NBA's all-time regular season scoring list.

Kyle Irving

Magic 'not looking forward to' series on Showtime Lakers

HBO's "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" tells the story of the Showtime Lakers, who earned five championships and made eight trips to the NBA Finals in the 1980s.

Scott Rafferty

Draymond Green calls out KAT for Westbrook comments

"He definitely gets stats. He chases stats. But I think he's a hell of a player, though," Towns said.

Jordan Greer

Abdul-Jabbar calls James' COVID-19 Spider-Man meme 'blow to his worthy legacy'

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar penned a letter to LeBron James on Substack, imploring the superstar to use his platform and influence to help the Black community overcome vaccine hesitancy.

Gilbert McGregor

Who is the all-time NBA Christmas Day scoring leader?

As LeBron James continues to add to his tally, have a look at the top 10 all-time scoring leaders on Christmas Day, three of whom are still active.

Gilbert McGregor

Lakers drop fifth in a row

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their fifth game in a row, losing the to the Brooklyn Nets 122-115 to drop to two games below .500 on the season. Brooklyn were led by James Harden's 36 point triple-double.

Nick Metallinos

Harden, Mills hand Lakers fifth straight loss

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their fifth game in a row, losing the to the Brooklyn Nets 122-115 to drop to two games below .500 on the season. Brooklyn were led by James Harden's 36 point triple-double.

Nick Metallinos

NBA's best Christmas Day shoes, ranked

Ever since Christmas Day became a showcase event for sneakers we've seen many players break out some heat, or debut a new signature model colorway, but the Kobe 6 Grinch still remains the greatest Christmas sneaker ever.

Nick Metallinos

City Edition uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Christmas Day 2021: Betting odds, lines, point spreads and over/unders

Christmas is the marquee day on the NBA regular season schedule and this year's slate does not disappoint with matchups between Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Suns-Warriors, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

Why did Staples Center become Crypto.com Arena?

Starting on Christmas Day, the building in downtown Los Angeles will be known as Crypto.com Arena.

Jordan Greer

NBA's 'City Edition' uniforms take holiday spotlight

The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Christmas Day predictions

Christmas Day is here with five blockbuster games on deck! Our Sporting News Staff give their predictions for the marquee day.

Benyam Kidane

Ranking the best Xmas Day sneakers: Nothing beats the Kobe 6 'Grinch'

Ever since Christmas Day became a showcase event for sneakers we've seen many players break out some heat, or debut a new signature model colorway, but the Kobe 6 Grinch still remains the greatest Christmas sneaker ever.

Nick Metallinos

What time are the Christmas NBA games?

The NBA Christmas Day slate includes five matchups: Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Warriors-Suns, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.

Kyle Irving

What time is Lakers vs. Nets tonight?

With the Lakers and Nets meeting on Christmas Day, it will be a showcase of former MVPs with James Harden, LeBron James and Russell Westbrook all in action.

Gilbert McGregor

Complete guide to NBA Christmas 2021

Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Lakers vs. Nets on tonight?

LA's Crypto.com Arena will be the site of a star-studded meeting between the Lakers and Nets, one of the marquee matchups of the NBA's five-game Christmas Day slate.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron's Christmas Day stats, records, best games

LeBron James already owns a number of Christmas Day records and stands to earn a few more.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: A gift for all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

Power Rankings: Handing out gifts to all 30 teams

In celebration of Christmas Day, we're handing out a gift to each team in the NBA in this week's Power Rankings.

Scott Rafferty

Best all-time games on Christmas

From Wilt Chamberlain's 50-point, 30-rebound double-double in 1961 to Kyrie Irving's game-winner in 2016 and everything in between.

Kyle Irving

What is the most iconic STAPLES Center moment?

With the Lakers playing their final home game at STAPLES Center before the Crypto.com Arena era gets underway on Christmas Day, let's take a look back at some of the most iconic moments in the arena's history.

Benyam Kidane

Lakers pay tribute to STAPLES Center

With the Lakers playing their final home game at STAPLES Center before the Crypto.com Arena era gets underway on Christmas Day, let's take a look back at some of the most iconic moments in the arena's history.

Benyam Kidane

Will the Nets play Lakers on Christmas Day?

The NBA announced that Thursday's meeting between the Nets and Trail Blazers has been postponed.

Scott Rafferty

Former players we'd like to see make a return

With so many players currently in the league's Health and Safety Protocols, there's space on a number of team's rosters for some guys we'd like to see make a return to the NBA.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron downplays left ankle concerns in loss vs. Suns

"I’ll be ready for next game," James said postgame. He finished with a game-high 34 points but didn't receive any support in the Lakers' 108-90 blowout loss to the Suns.

Yash Matange

LeBron downplays left ankle concerns in loss vs. Suns

"I’ll be ready for next game," James said postgame. He finished with a game-high 34 points but didn't receive any support in the Lakers' 108-90 blowout loss to the Suns.

Yash Matange

What channel is Lakers vs. Suns on tonight? Time, TV schedule for 2021 NBA Tuesday game

Tuesday night's meeting is the second of four meetings between the Lakers and the Suns during the 2021-22 NBA season. The last time these two teams played was in opening week when the reigning Western Conference Champions cruised to a comfortable 115-105 win at STAPLES Center.

Yash Matange

Birthday boy LeBron James and 7 early mentions in The Sporting News

Dec. 30 is LeBron James' 39th birthday. To celebrate, here are seven select times, amid dozens from spring 2001 to fall 2003, that LBJ's name came up in the pages of The Sporting News.

Bob Hille

Young LeBron in TSN

Here are seven select times, amid dozens from spring 2001 to fall 2003, that LeBron James' name came up in the pages of The Sporting News.

Bob Hille

DeRozan sends timely MVP reminder

DeMar DeRozan has picked up right where he left off, averaging 32.0 points per game in his first two games back for the Bulls.

Benyam Kidane

DeRozan sends timely MVP reminder

In his first two games back, DeRozan is averaging 32.0 points per game as the Bulls look to build momentum heading into the holidays.

Benyam Kidane

How did Isaiah Thomas play in his Lakers debut?

Isaiah Thomas made his return to the NBA on Friday, suiting up for the Lakers on the first day of his 10-day hardship contract.

Kyle Irving

How did Isaiah Thomas play in his Lakers debut?

Isaiah Thomas made his return to the NBA on Friday, suiting up for the Lakers on the first day of his 10-day hardship contract.

Kyle Irving

KAT dominates as Lakers stumble in Minnesota

Despite losing Anthony Edwards and Taurean Prince to the league's health and safety protocols, the Wolves, led by Karl-Anthony Towns, dominated the Lakers for an easy win.

Nick Metallinos

KAT dominates as Lakers stumble in Minnesota

Despite losing Anthony Edwards and Taurean Prince to the league's health and safety protocols, the Wolves, led by Karl-Anthony Towns, dominated the Lakers for an easy win.

Nick Metallinos

What channel is Lakers vs. Timberwolves tonight?

The Lakers are currently on a three-game winning streak, but they are shorthanded with four players in the league's health and safety protocols. Can the Timberwolves continue their positive start to the 2021-22 season or will the Lakers pick up another win?

Yash Matange

Report: Isaiah Thomas lands contract with Lakers

Following a breakout 42-point performance in his 2021 G League debut, the Lakers have reportedly signed former All-Star Isaiah Thomas to a 10-day contract.

Kyle Irving

Isaiah Thomas lands 10-day contract with Lakers

Following a breakout 42-point performance in his 2021 G League debut, the Lakers have signed former All-Star Isaiah Thomas to a 10-day contract.

Kyle Irving

Lakers' OT success a sign of improvement

The Los Angeles Lakers won another close overtime game against the Mavericks on Wednesday night, improving their record in such games to 5-1 on the season.

Nick Metallinos

Lakers improve to 5-1 in overtime games this season

The Los Angeles Lakers won another close overtime game against the Mavericks on Wednesday night, improving their record in such games to 5-1 on the season.

Nick Metallinos

Who is Austin Reaves?

Reaves, who has replaced former Lakers guard Alex Caruso with his scrappy play off the bench, knocked down a last-second game-winning 3-pointer in overtime that helped the Lakers escape Dallas with the victory on Wednesday, Dec. 15. Who is Los Angeles' rookie?

Trevor Booth

LeBron James is having an incredible eight game run

LeBron James is putting up an incredible eight-game run for the Los Angeles Lakers that has seen him create a new record, and get the team back on track this season.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron James is having an incredible eight game run

LeBron James is putting up an incredible eight-game run for the Los Angeles Lakers that has seen him create a new record, and get the team back on track this season.

Nick Metallinos

What can Lakers really do ahead of trade deadline?

Unless general manager Rob Pelinka can get extremely creative, the Lakers' roster will look largely the same in the coming months.

Jordan Greer

What can Lakers really do ahead of NBA trade deadline?

Unless general manager Rob Pelinka can get extremely creative, the Lakers' roster will look largely the same in the coming months.

Jordan Greer

Re-living Magic's iconic sky hook

Magic wanted to redeem himself from his mishap in the 1984 Finals and he did by making one of the most iconic plays in NBA history.

Carlan Gay

What channel is Lakers vs. Mavs on?

Superstar LeBron James looks to keep up his stellar play as of late when the Lakers visit the Mavericks on Wednesday.

Gilbert McGregor

#NBAJerseyDay: The best jersey growing up

In honour of the second-annual #NBAJerseyDay on Dec. 14, our NBA.com staff discusses their favourite NBA jersey they owned growing up as a kid.

NBA.com Staff

Games of the week presented by Tissot

This week will see LeBron James and Luka Doncic go head-to-head, Stephen Curry make a trip to Madison Square Garden and two of the best teams in the Eastern Conference battle.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron talks inspiration behind 30-point triple-double

Good sleep and watching his son Bronny play is all LeBron James needed to put up a monster line against the Magic. The Lakers improved to two games over .500 with the win, as James recorded his second triple-double of the season.

Kane Pitman

LeBron James finds inspiration from son Bronny before triple-double performance

LeBron James put up arguably his best performance of the season on Sunday night, recording a triple-double that he credited to good sleep and inspiration from his son Bronny.

Kane Pitman

LeBron calls Curry 'once-in-a-lifetime' talent

LeBron James would know, as he and Stephen Curry have had their fair share of battles through the years.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron calls Curry 'once-in-a-lifetime' talent

LeBron James would know, as he and Stephen Curry have had their fair share of battles through the years.

Scott Rafferty

Life after Westbrook taking shape for OKC

During the summer of 2019, the Oklahoma City Thunder signalled a rebuild by trading away both Russell Westbrook and Paul George. Years later, GM Sam Presti has the team on the right path in its rebuild.

Nick Metallinos

The OKC Thunder are building for the future

The Oklahoma City Thunder traded away both Russell Westbrook and Paul George during the summer of 2019 signaling a rebuild. And years later, GM Sam Presti has the team on the right path in its rebuild.

Nick Metallinos

AD dishes keys to Lakers being a contender

Two weeks ago, Anthony Davis felt like the Lakers could go on a 10-game winning streak. Now, he says they have to stop taking steps back if they are to salvage this season.

Yash Matange

AD says Lakers need to play like underdogs

Two weeks ago, Anthony Davis felt like the Lakers could go on a 10-game winning streak. Now, he says they have to stop taking steps back if they are to salvage this season.

What if CP3 was traded to the Lakers in 2011?

Do you remember where you were on Dec. 8, 2011? Far from the typical "on this date," we look back to something that didn't happen 10 years ago to this day.

Gilbert McGregor

Charles Barkley rips Anthony Davis amid Lakers' slow start

Charles Barkley doesn't like that Frank Vogel is becoming an easy scapegoat with the Lakers.

Jacob Camenker

What if Chris Paul was traded to the Lakers in 2011?

Do you remember where you were on Dec. 8, 2011? Far from the typical "on this date," we look back to something that didn't happen 10 years ago to this day.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron calls win vs. Celtics one of Lakers' best

The Lakers not only avenged their defeat in Boston but also delivered a similarly dominant performance which helped them cruise to a comfortable 117-102 victory.

Yash Matange

LeBron calls win vs. Celtics one of Lakers' best

At the final buzzer of the reverse leg between the Lakers and Celtics, the Los Angeles franchise not only avenged their defeat in Boston but also delivered a similarly dominant performance which helped them cruise to a comfortable 117-102 victory.

Yash Matange

OTD: Possible Kobe-CP3 partnership is vetoed

A few days later after Stern's veto Paul was traded to the LA Clippers, thus giving birth to the Lob City era in Los Angeles.

Yash Matange

Who has better all-time team: Lakers or Celtics?

Ahead of the second and final matchup between the Lakers and Celtics in the 2021-22 season, two members of NBA.com's Global staff had a go at building an all-time team for each franchise.

Scott Rafferty

Why Schroder chose Celtics in free agency

After his lone season with the Lakers, Dennis Schroder's contract situation made headlines in the offseason before he ultimately landed a one-year, $5.9 million deal with the Celtics. Why didn't he re-sign in Los Angeles?

Kyle Irving

Building the greatest Lakers, Celtics team of all time

Ahead of the second and final matchup between the Lakers and Celtics in the 2021-22 season, two members of The Sporting News' staff had a go at building an all-time team for each franchise.

Scott Rafferty

How much are Lakers paying Russell Westbrook?

Russell Westbrook, the former league MVP who is on the fourth year of his designated player veteran extension that he signed in 2017, is the highest paid player on the Lakers' 2021-22 roster.

Yash Matange

Enes Freedom vs. LeBron James: History of feud between Celtics center and Lakers superstar

When a LeBron James-led team faces a team whose roster includes Enes Freedom (formerly Kanter), the dynamic between the two instantly becomes a subplot. Such will be the case on Tuesday night when the Lakers host the Celtics.

Gilbert McGregor

Why didn't Schroder re-sign with the Lakers?

Following his one and only season with the Lakers, Dennis Schroder's contract situation made headlines this offseason before he ultimately landed a one-year, $5.9 million deal with the Celtics. Why didn't he re-sign in Los Angeles?

Kyle Irving

What channel is Lakers vs. Celtics on tonight?

One of the NBA's greatest rivalries continues on Tuesday when the Celtics visit the Lakers.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron expresses frustration on saga with protocols

"Pretty confused, frustrated, angry with not being able to do anything." James said postgame regarding the past few days. He also added that he felt the situation was handled poorly.

Yash Matange

LBJ details frustration on saga with 'protocols'

"Pretty confused, frustrated, angry with not being able to do anything." James said postgame regarding the past few days. He also added that he felt the situation was handled poorly.

Yash Matange

Why ESPN switched Friday game from Lakers-Clippers to Warriors-Suns?

The Suns own the best record in the NBA this season (19-3), and the Warriors are right behind them in the Western Conference standings (18-3).

Jordan Greer

LeBron clears COVID-19 protocols, set to return

The NBA announced on Thursday that LeBron James has cleared health and safety protocols and is set to return to play.

Official Release

Why was LeBron cleared from NBA's COVID-19 protocols?

On Tuesday, it was announced that LeBron James would miss time as he entered the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Two days later, the league announced James is eligible to return to action following a series of negative tests.

Kyle Irving

LeBron James enters NBA's COVID-19 protocols; How many games will Lakers star miss?

What's next for LeBron James? Here's everything we know about his status and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

Jordan Greer

LeBron to miss time with health and safety protocols

LeBron James will miss Tuesday night's matchup against the Sacramento Kings due to the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Benyam Kidane

OTD: Kareem passes Robertson on all-time scoring list

A couple of years later, the six-time league MVP became the highest-scoring player in NBA history when he passed Wilt Chamberlain's total of 31,419 on April 5, 1984.

Yash Matange

LeBron enters health and safety protocols

LeBron James will miss Tuesday night's matchup against the Sacramento Kings due to the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Benyam Kidane

NHL's Penguins sold to Fenway Sports Group: What to know about new LeBron James-backed ownership

Several key figures, including Hockey Hall of Fame player Mario Lemieux, will remain involved in the ownership of the team.

Edward Sutelan

Will the LeBron at center experiment work?

The Lakers are continuing to tweak the formula, seeking to find lineup groupings that work. The next experiment could be LeBron James at center, with head coach Frank Vogel pleased by the versatility it can allow on both ends.

Kane Pitman

Stewart booed by Lakers fans after last week's altercation

Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart is not popular with Lakers fans, hearing boos from the STAPLES Center crowd in the first meeting since his altercation with LeBron James.

Kane Pitman

Lakers head coach Frank Vogel hints at using LeBron James at center more often

LeBron James a center? Perhaps you should get used to seeing him used in that position moving forward.

Kane Pitman

Lakers fans boo Isaiah Stewart after last week's altercation with LeBron James

LeBron James and Isaiah Stewart have taken the floor, in a highly anticipated matchup after their altercation last week in Detroit. Lakers fans let the Pistons big man hear it during the opening moments of the game.

Kane Pitman

LeBron James vs. Isaiah Stewart fight, explained

Just one week removed from their fight that led to a suspension, LeBron James and Isaiah Stewart are set to go head-to-head again on Sunday.

Kyle Irving

LeBron, AD sound off after Lakers collapse in triple overtime

For not the first time this season, the Lakers coughed up a double-digit lead late and let a win slip away. They battled, playing their first triple-overtime game in nearly a decade, but they gassed out and eventually lost to a Kings squad that were missing two starters.

Yash Matange

Lakers Big 3 'very frustrated' with 3OT loss to Kings

For not the first time this season, the Lakers coughed up a double-digit lead late and let a win slip way. The battled, playing their first triple-overtime game in nearly a decade, but they gassed out and eventually lost to a Kings squad that were missing two starters.

Yash Matange

NBA fines LeBron James

LeBron James made his return from suspension against Indiana, but late in the win broke out a provocative dance celebration leading to a $15K fine from the league office.

Nick Metallinos

LeBron James has been fined $15,000

LeBron James made his return from suspension against Indiana, but late in the win broke out a provocative dance celebration leading to a $15K fine from the league office.

Nick Metallinos

Taking the temperature of trends around the NBA

Through the first month of the season, which players and teams are trending upward or downward?

Kyle Irving

Vintage LeBron leads Lakers past Pacers in OT

As he rallied the Lakers late, he started to hear it quite a bit from the Pacers faithful at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, and midway through overtime, LeBron James had heard enough.

Yash Matange

LeBron opens up on incident, suspension

LeBron James returned to the lineup for the Lakers matchup with Indiana. After a dominant performance, James discussed his one game suspension, believing the penalty was not warranted.

Kane Pitman

Lakers superstar LeBron James doesn't feel suspension was warranted for altercation with Isaiah Stewart

LeBron James returned to the lineup for the Lakers matchup with Indiana. After a dominant performance, James sounded off on his altercation with Detroit big man, Isaiah Stewart. James doesn't believe his one-game suspension was warranted.

Kane Pitman

When do the Lakers play next?

Coming off a five-game road trip, the Lakers return to Los Angeles with a 10-10 record on the season as they prepare to play four of their next five at home. Here's some information regarding those upcoming games.

Yash Matange

LBJ gets couple ejected in Indiana

As he rallied the Lakers late, he started to hear it quite a bit from the Pacers faithful at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, and midway through overtime, LeBron James had heard enough.

Yash Matange

AD out vs. Pacers

Lakers star Anthony Davis will miss the game against the Pacers with a fever.

Kane Pitman

Anthony Davis injury update: Lakers star out vs. Pacers with fever

Lakers star Anthony Davis will miss the game against the Pacers with a fever.

Kane Pitman

What time is Lakers vs. Pacers tonight? Time, TV schedule, streaming for 2021 NBA Wednesday game

The Lakers conclude a five-game road trip on Wednesday as they pay a visit to the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Gilbert McGregor

Westbrook laments Lakers' effort in loss to Knicks

Not for the first time this season, the Lakers found themselves in an early double-digit deficit.

Benyam Kidane

Westbrook says Lakers 'weren't playing hard enough'

Not for the first time this season, the Lakers found themselves in an early double-digit deficit.

Benyam Kidane

Carmelo gets standing ovation at MSG

"It goes deeper than basketball...that bond I have with New York City will never go anywhere," Anthony said prior to tip-off. When he checked into the game, at the 4:10 mark of the first quarter, he received a standing ovation from the crowd at Madison Square Garden.

Yash Matange

Carmelo gets standing ovation at MSG

"It goes deeper than basketball...that bond I have with New York City will never go anywhere," Anthony said prior to tip-off. When he checked into the game, at the 4:10 mark of the first quarter, he received a standing ovation from the crowd at Madison Square Garden.

Yash Matange

Lakers struggling to find the right mix

The Lakers made another lineup change prior to Sunday's game against Detroit. While they were able to walk away with the victory, all eye turn to their Tuesday night clash against the New York Knicks in the Bell Game of the Week.

Kane Pitman

What channel is Lakers vs. Knicks on tonight? Time, TV schedule for 2021 NBA Tuesday game

The Lakers pay a visit to the Knicks as part of their five-game Eastern Conference road trip. LeBron James will not suit up for this contest at Madison Square Garden after receiving a one-game suspension for his altercation with Pistons' center Isaiah Stewart in Detroit.

Yash Matange

LeBron, AD roast Kuzma's giant pink sweater

Kyle Kuzma arrived at Capital One Arena with the world's biggest pink sweater and he sure had social media buzzing.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron suspended for hit on Stewart

LeBron James earned the second ejection of his career after striking Pistons center Isaiah Stewart in the face.

Scott Rafferty

How many games will LeBron James miss with his suspension?

LeBron James earned the second ejection of his career after striking Pistons center Isaiah Stewart in the face.

Scott Rafferty

Westbrook surprised by technical foul in Lakers-Pistons dust-up

Seems like a bit of an unfair reason to slap someone with a technical foul.

Joe Rivera

LeBron James' high school football career: The stats, the highlights and the NFL offers years later

LeBron James was one of the top football players in the state of Ohio before he chose to focus on basketball. He could have been an all-time great as an NFL tight end.

Jacob Camenker

The untold story of LeBron James' last HS football game

A book was written about LeBron James' final high school basketball game. His final football game is more of an urban legend.

Bill Bender

LeBron's five best high school performances

As SN revisits LeBron James' prep years, take a look back at his five biggest performances on the hardwood at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.

Gilbert McGregor

James ejected for 'unnecessary' contact on Pistons' Stewart

LeBron James was ejected from the game in Detroit after catching Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart with what was deemed as "unneccessary, excessive" contact by the officiating crew.

Kane Pitman

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