Dillon Brooks hasn't been shy about sharing his thoughts on the matchup with LeBron James.
Jordan Greer
It took only two games for things to get chippy between LeBron James and Dillon Brooks.
Scott Rafferty
The NBA opted not to suspend Brooks, according to reports.
Joe Rivera
Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks declined to speak with the media after he was ejected from Game 3 on Saturday. He had plenty to say after practice on Sunday.
Gilbert McGregor
As Rui Hachimura continues to turn heads with his play, no one has been more impressed than Lakers head coach Darvin Ham.
After everything that has transpired over the past few days, LeBron James took the high road and showed restraint when speaking on Dillon Brooks' trash talk and flagrant foul in Game 3.
The Sporting News breaks down the play resulting in Dillon Brooks' ejection.
LeBron James kept his response to Dillon Brooks' comments after Game 2 brief.
The trash talk was flying at FedEx Forum as Dillon Brooks and LeBron James got into it during the Grizzlies' Game 2 win.
Benyam Kidane
Legends are made in the NBA Playoffs. In the Grizzlies' unlikely win over the Lakers in Game 2 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, it was an unlikely hero that put forth a legendary performance.
Through two playoff games in 2023, Hachimura is averaging 24.5 points on 69.2 percent shooting from the field and 70.0 percent shooting from deep.
For the Lakers to play at their best, Anthony Davis has to continue to be the most impactful player on the team.
Stephen Noh
Ja Morant took an awkward fall on his right hand in the fourth quarter of Game 1 vs. the Lakers. He exited the game and did not return.
Kyle Irving
As impressive as Rui Hachimura was in Game 1, Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane didn't exactly seem concerned about his shooting as the series goes on.
Austin Reaves came up clutch in his NBA Playoffs debut, scoring 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter to put away the Grizzlies.
In just the sixth playoff game of his career, Rui Hachimura turned in a career performance to help propel the Lakers to a Game 1 victory over the Grizzlies.
Anthony Davis suffered an apparent right arm injury in the first half of the Lakers' meeting with the Grizzlies in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
James has recently begun crowning himself after hitting clutch shots during games.
Sam Jarden
Adams averaged 8.6 points and 11.5 rebounds per game before going down with a knee injury in late January.
Joseph Corr
When the Lakers' coaching staff creates a game plan for how to beat the Grizzlies in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, designing a strategy to guard Ja Morant will be at the top of the to-do list.
In the last few years, a beef was born, complete with taunts, trash talk, and altercations involving Hall of Fame NFL tight ends.
Dillon Brooks thinks he has the answer to LeBron James. Now, he'll put the theory to the ultimate test.
'I apologize': Anthony Davis laughs off 'brain fart' foul that spoiled LeBron James, Dennis Schroder game-winner vs. Timberwolves.
The Lakers needed overtime to book their spot in the playoffs, squeaking past the Timberwolves 108-102.
Which team will survive what should be an exciting series and advance to the conference semifinals? Let's break down the first-round matchup between the Lakers and Grizzlies.
The No. 7 seed Lakers will host the No. 8 seed Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for the Play-In Game.
Bronny James came off the bench, finishing with 11 points and four rebounds in Team USA's Nike Hoop Summit win.
With only two days left in the 2022-23 regular season, the Lakers find themselves in the middle of a chaotic Western Conference playoff race.
Westbrook came to play in his first opportunity to face the Lakers as a member of the Clippers.
After Patrick Beverley hit LeBron James with the "too small" taunt over the weekend, Austin Reaves had his teammate's back on Wednesday.
When it comes to trash talk, Patrick Beverley could release a collection of greatest hits.
LeBron James made his return from a foot injury against the Bulls on Sunday, coming off the bench for the second time in his career.
Here's everything we know about LeBron James' foot injury and the latest news surrounding it.
Here's what you need to know about LeBron James' foot injury and status moving forward.
LeBron James has seemingly had enough of NBA insiders' attempts to get the scoop on his injury status.
When the Suns face the Lakers on March 22, 2023, it will mark 1,548 days (and counting) since Durant and James faced off on an NBA floor.
Reaves has been a revelation over the last few weeks, increasing his production and helping the Lakers avoid a huge drop in the Western Conference standings.
Here's everything we know about Russell's injury and the latest news on when he may return.
"I think he'll be proud, and he was looking forward to this moment," Gasol said.
Two-time NBA champion Pau Gasol joins Lakers' folklore as his No. 16 jersey heads into the rafters at Crypto.com Arena.
How serious is LeBron James' foot injury? And what can the Lakers star do in order to get back on the floor?
Paul Gasol's legacy goes well beyond his 18 seasons in the best league in the world. His career served as a bridge for European players to reach the NBA.
Sergio Rabinal
The Lakers will retire Pau Gasol's jersey alongside the likes of Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the rafters of Crypto.com Arena.
The Lakers will retire Pau Gasol’s No. 16 Tuesday night when the Memphis Grizzlies, the team that acquired him the same day the Hawks made him the third overall pick in the 2001 NBA draft, are in town. A young Pau Gasol made his way into The Sporting News as a fast-rising NBA prospect, part of an impactful group of European players — one that would challenge American players — and a reigning Rookie of the Year.
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Here's everything we know about Anthony Davis' foot injury and the latest news surrounding it.
In the middle of a Jan. 20 contest in Los Angeles, Grizzlies players and Ja Morant's father, Tee, exchanged words with the Fox Sports personality.
It's no secret that LeBron James' absence will have an impact on the Lakers but if you widen the lens to take a snapshot of the jumbled Western Conference, there's even more at play.
LeBron James is expected to miss an indefinite period of time with a right foot injury. Can Anthony Davis and the new trade deadline additions step up to save the Lakers' season?
The Sporting News tracked live updates from the Lakers' rally of historic proportions.
Earning a postseason berth will be no easy task, as the Lakers were sitting in 13th place in the Western Conference standings before the All-Star break.
In 2022, the award was redesigned to pay homage to Bryant's achievements during his 20-year NBA career, many of which happened on the NBA All-Star stage.
Have a look at some of the history that LeBron James has made on the NBA All-Star stage.
Find the full list of players with the most NBA All-Star selections, a group headlined by LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
"King James" is on an incredible run of 19 straight All-Star Game appearances — tied for the most in history.
Here's everything we know about LeBron's injury and the latest news on when he may return.
Lakers star Anthony Davis caused quite a stir on Tuesday night when videos of his reaction to LeBron James' record-setting field goal hit social media.
Los Angeles revamped its roster on Thursday, executing deals that brought back multiple rotation pieces without costing the franchise all of its draft capital.
In reaction to some of the landscape-altering deals that transpired, The Sporting News' NBA staff got out their red pens to grade the deals for each team that was involved.
What grades did the Lakers, Timberwolves and Jazz earn? Let's break down the three-team trade from every angle.
The Lakers will send Russell Westbrook to the Jazz in a three-team trade with the Timberwolves.
With James now ahead of Abdul-Jabbar on the all-time scoring list, let's take a look back at what these basketball legends have said about each other in recent years.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar published an article on his Substack to clear the air on his feelings toward LeBron James breaking the all-time scoring record.
LeBron James is officially the NBA's all-time leading scorer. After passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, we broke down his career points record through the lens of his best games, teammates, opponents and so much more.
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In commemoration and celebration of LeBron James' achievement, The Sporting News takes a look back at his journey from being the most hyped prospect in the history of American sports to becoming the NBA's all-time scoring king.
LeBron James is officially the NBA's all-time leading scorer after passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Beyond holding the all-time record, here's why James holds the all-time edge over Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain, Kevin Durant and more.
LeBron James has an opinion on the five players that he believes are most likely to challenge his scoring record. What is the likelihood for each player on his list?
The All-Star forward's latest accomplishment will serve as another reminder of how James and Abdul-Jabbar managed to put together two of the greatest careers in sports history.
As we commemorate LeBron James surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's career mark of 38,387 points, let's look back to the bucket that first got James on the board.
It was a night of celebration at Crypto.com Arena as LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for the most points in NBA history.
James has surpassed Abdul-Jabbar and is on pace to widen the gap between the two basketball legends before the end of the 2022-23 season.
On his way to becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer, LeBron James made over 14,000 career shots. This is what every single one of them looks like layered on top, beginning with his first-ever bucket.
Here are some of the scouting reports on LeBron James — from the players who have guarded him the best, the all-time greats who have studied him and the guys who are still battling against him today.
The Lakers will be one of the most interesting teams at the trade deadline as they look to put contender-level pieces around LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
The Lakers were among the teams said to be interested in Irving after he requested a trade.
The Lakers had previously expressed interest in acquiring Irving, and LeBron James wasn't exactly subtle about his thoughts on a reunion with his former Cavaliers teammate.
On Friday, LeBron James fanned the flames of the rumors with a simple tweet. On Saturday, he addressed recent rumors with a deflection followed by a rather direct answer.
At his introductory press conference, Hachimura expressed his admiration for the Hall of Famer, saying that Bryant was the reason why he began playing basketball.
LeBron James has passed Mark Jackson and Steve Nash to climb into the top five on the NBA's all-time assists leaderboard.
The Lakers had a chance to win the game on the final play of regulation but a missed foul call on LeBron James allowed the Celtics to extend the contest into overtime, coming away with a victory over Los Angeles.
On the three-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death, NBA players and teams paid tribute to the Black Mamba.
James' exasperation was visible during and after the Lakers' 133-115 loss to the Clippers on Tuesday night.
Here's what we know about Anthony Davis' injury and when to expect him back on the floor.
LeBron James has now scored 40 points against every NBA team he's played against.
Johnson said that Hachimura is going to "really help the Lakers on both ends of the court," adding that his length and size will make a difference defensively.
As much pleasure as the internet has gotten from dunking on the Lakers' misfortunes over the last two seasons, now might be the time to start shifting the types of conversations being had about what's going on in Los Angeles.
Rui Hachimura's presence on the Lakers should help address a number of the team's weaknesses, and also unlock much of his game that was being underutilized in Washington
The Lakers will reportedly acquire Rui Hachimura from the Wizards for Kendrick Nunn and three second-round picks.
How did each team fare in the deal? The Sporting News has trade grades for both the Lakers and Wizards below.
Since making his debut in 2003, LeBron James has been a part of multiple eras — and generations — of NBA basketball. The fact holds true in more ways than one.
Russell inspired Abdul-Jabbar to be the best version of himself on the court — and, more importantly, a better man and advocate for civil rights.
LeBron James is just the second player ever in NBA history to reach 38,000 career points.
After years of speculation, discussion and predictive models, LeBron James will soon surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
"Kobe had that sneer, that ferocious facial expression. Donovan has a different personality. He has a little bit of a joyful approach to the game, where Kobe was so immersed in every single play." — Chuck Swirsky
With the Lakers in Charlotte on Monday night, the 19,000-plus in attendance got to see what we've become accustomed to seeing from LeBron James over the past 20 years: basketball brilliance, sheer dominance, and the greatest show that the league has to offer.
Here's everything we know about Westbrook's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
On his 38th birthday, LeBron James delivered one of his best games of the season in a win over the Hawks.
James was asked how much longer he sees himself playing after a loss to the Heat. His response raised some eyebrows.
If James once again earns an All-Star nod, he would tie Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most All-Star selections in NBA history.
Dirk Nowitzki, the GOAT of the Mavericks franchise, has given his take on the neverending NBA GOAT debate.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Lakers vs. Mavericks on Christmas Day. Check out the best highlights from James' performance right here.
When the Lakers take on the Mavericks on Christmas Day in 2022, LeBron James will become the all-time leader in games played on the holiday.
With five games of action spanning the entirety of the day, we have you covered with tip-off times and how to watch each NBA game on Christmas Day.
The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about each Christmas Day matchup.
Hubie Brown is on the broadcast for the Lakers-Mavericks Christmas Day game.
For the 15th straight year, basketball fans get to unwrap the gift of five NBA games on Christmas Day, a tradition that will never get old.
LeBron James is a man of many talents, but Photoshop might not be his thing.
The Lakers will be without Anthony Davis indefinitely due to a foot injury.
Revisit LeBron James' high school years by looking back through some of his stats, accolades and top highlights, all of which foreshadowed the player that he has become today.
The Los Angeles Lakers added Max Christie with the No. 35 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Ananth Pandian
While Russell Westbrook has been a convenient scapegoat for fans and media members — and yes, we'll talk about him — the Lakers' top two players also deserve some blame here.
The chatter around the Lakers' picks seems to suggest that they will surely be good-to-great, but is that a fair assessment of their value?
The back-and-forth contest had the Twitter timeline running hot as players, past and present watched on as the Celtics and Lakers rivalry added yet another big game to the record.
The Celtics lead by 20 in the third quarter, trailed by 12 late in the fourth quarter, needed a game-tying shot from Jayson Tatum to force overtime, then won in the extra period to defeat the Lakers.
Long before starring in the NBA as headliners of its 2003 draft class, Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James were two of the most heralded high school prospects in America.
Carmelo Anthony is once again facing questions of retirement. Will he continue to play next season?
Nick Metallinos
Silas was LeBron's first-ever coach in the NBA, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers between 2003-05.
James called the death of Wahl a "tragic loss."
After its introduction, Russell Westbrook has brought the rock-the-baby celebration into arenas across the league, setting a trend in the process.
LeBron James shared his thoughts on Griner's release, appearing on The Shop‘s Thursday Night Football broadcast.
Donovan Mitchell erupted for 43 points to hand LeBron James his second-ever loss in Cleveland as a visitor.
Anthony Davis is averaging career highs in scoring and efficiency, leading the NBA in rebounding and playing all-league defense. After a relatively slow start, this is how the Lakers finally unlocked the best version of AD.
As LeBron James' career winds down, is a third stint with the Cavs in the cards?
Davis followed up his 44-point performance against the Bucks with a 55-point outing against the Wizards.
As Westbrook and the Lakers return to Washington for the second time since the trade, there's no better time to revisit the deal that sent him to Los Angeles.
LeBron James has passed Magic Johnson to move into sixth place on the NBA's all-time assist list.
With James surpassing the assists mark set by one of his basketball idols, the question needs to be asked: Is LeBron or Magic the better passer?
While discussions haven't reached the point of a proposal, there is a timeline in which both sides can find a way to make a deal happen.
With LeBron James set to pass Magic Johnson on the all-time assists list, here's how the two legends compare statistically.
How big of a deal is Middleton's return to a Bucks team that already looks like a contender? Let's dive in.
From the players on the court to the decision-makers in the front office, the pressure is on the Lakers to find a path to relevance.
Despite leading by as much as 17 points in the fourth, Los Angeles fell to Indiana by a final score of 116-115.
Are the Pacers still willing to part ways with their duo? As the season rolls on, here's why the Lakers should — and shouldn't — trade Westbrook for Hield and Turner.
In the Lakers' most recent win, the flagrant foul that left Russell Westbrook bloodied brought the group together in a way that Darvin Ham has long envisioned for his team.
In his first game back from a minor injury, James' night ended early with an unspecified leg injury.
Anthony Davis has played his best basketball of the season with his superstar running mate, LeBron James, on the sidelines. Should he remain the Lakers' go-to guy even when James returns from injury?
The incident occurred with 3:55 remaining in the fourth quarter after Devin Booker committed a hard foul on Lakers guard Austin Reaves.
Westbrook left the arena with a wrap on his hand after X-rays came back negative on his injured thumb.
Will James be healthy enough to return on Friday? Here is everything you need to know about James' status for the Lakers vs. Pistons, including TV and streaming options for the game.
As important as Davis' 37 points and 18 rebounds were, his stat line is a representation of the mentality he'll need to carry with him for the remainder of the season.
If Los Angeles' front office is really feeling the need to make a splash, there is a star guard in Brooklyn who could probably use a change of scenery.
LeBron James acknowledged his former teammate "caused some harm" with his recent actions involving a film that included antisemitic messaging.
Here's what you need to know about Matt Ryan, the former DoorDash driver who delivered for the Lakers against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
David Suggs
James drew upon a number of Hall of Famers in an attempt to define why Williamson is such a special talent.
Matt Ryan played unsung hero as the role player's game-tying 3-pointer leads the Lakers to an overtime win over the Pelicans.
The Lakers mortgaged their long-term future for immediate success by acquiring Anthony Davis. Fast forward three years and those draft assets that went out the door have the Pelicans in a prime position for the future.
Myles Turner addressed the ongoing rumors that he'll one day end up in Lakers purple and gold.
Carlan Gay
For the second consecutive game, Russell Westbrook came off the bench and tonight his impact was telling as the Lakers secured their first win of the season.
The Minneapolis Lakers featured one of the greatest players in the history of the league in George Mikan, and they captured five championships before relocating to LA.
Mikan's legacy helped lay the foundation of one of the most storied franchises in professional sports.
For the first time since his rookie campaign, Russell Westbrook came off the bench, giving some much-needed energy to one of the lowest-scoring reserve groups in the league.
Friday's matchup with the Timberwolves will mark the first time Westbrook hasn't started since his rookie season.
After Wednesday night's loss in Denver, Los Angeles (0-4) is one of only three teams without a win, joining Orlando (0-5) and Sacramento (0-3).
Here's the latest on how long the Lakers will be without Russell Westbrook, who is dealing with a hamstring injury.
Anthony Davis has been vocal about not wanting to play center, but it may be the Lakers' best chance to overcome their shooting woes.
Russell Westbrook is far from the only reason the Lakers have struggled as much as they have, but one of his plays from their loss to the Trail Blazers illustrates their biggest issues.
Gone are the shooters and wing defenders that helped LeBron James and Anthony Davis win an NBA title.
Darvin Ham didn't exactly mince his words when asked about his decision to sit the former MVP during crunch time of the Lakers' loss.
The Lakers let a late lead slip against the Trail Blazers, and their late-game execution came under fire once again.
There are many reasons for the Lakers' 0-2 start to the season, but Russell Westbrook is once again shouldering a lot of the blame.
After suffering an opening-night loss to the Warriors, LeBron James peeled back the curtains on the biggest issue that could plague the Lakers all season.
Draymond Green went into more detail in the documentary, which some have called "bizarre" and "surreal" for its tone.
The Warriors opened their title defense on a great note, earning a 123-109 win over the visiting Lakers. The Sporting News tracked live updates, highlights and more from the Warriors' ring ceremony and opening night game,
The Lakers agreed to a new partnership with Korean brand Bibigo before the start of the 2021-22 season.
LeBron James headlines a group of active players wearing No. 6, which is now retired.
Joel Embiid is one of the most dominant players in the league today, but how does he stack up against the most dominant big man ever in Shaquille O'Neal?
Russell Westbrook is insistent he and the Lakers are fine.
Kevin Skiver
With what's transpired this offseason, there's no better time to look at the Pacific Division and where its teams stand ahead of the NBA season.
Following the Lakers preseason game in Las Vegas on Wednesday, LeBron James told the media he wants to bring a team to the Sin City.
LeBron James joins the rest of the NBA world in awe at the top prospect in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama.
If the Lakers are going to make some noise in what will almost certainly be a crowded Western Conference playoff picture, they will have to do their work on the defensive end.
Las Vegas' NBA history suggests that there's a seamless connection between the city and basketball being played at the highest level.
LeBron James is 1,326 points away from becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
Pau Gasol is set to have his jersey retired almost a decade after playing his last game with the Lakers.
After a disappointing first season with the Lakers, Russell Westbrook is only focused on his future in Los Angeles. His teammates and Lakers brass seem to be optimistic about a future with him in it, too.
The Lakers are light on future draft picks due to the Anthony Davis trade, which included four first-rounders.
Have the Lakers made the necessary changes to return to the postseason in 2023?
Darvin Ham will have to answer a tough question before the 2022-23 season tips off: Which players should start alongside James and Davis on Day 1?
With another title on Curry's resume — and the possibility of more trophies being added to his shelves before his career is over — it's worth taking a closer look at how the two all-time greats stack up against each other.
It's possible that the Lakers move the former NBA MVP before the start of the 2022-23 season, but for now, Westbrook will be forced to team up with one of his most bitter rivals.
After securing a commitment from LeBron James through at least next season, the trade was made with the big picture in mind.
There are many tiers to being a Nike-endorsed player with the title of being a signature athlete reserved for an elite few.
Kobe Bryant is the only player in NBA history to have two numbers retired by the same franchise. How well do you really know the numbers behind Kobe's Hall of Fame career? Take our quiz to fid out!
For many in the NBA community, it can still be difficult to accept the fact that Kobe Bryant is gone more than two years removed from his tragic death. But it's clear that the Lakers legend will never be forgotten.
The Sporting News chronicled 18-year-old Kobe Bryant's rookie season, 26 years ago, through all the ups and downs and finally to his 'playing at his highest level yet.'
Bob Hille
The game, which also featured All-Stars Dejounte Murray and Jayson Tatum, didn't get to halftime as it was called in the second quarter.
The Lakers LeBron James is set to play in his second pro-am tournament this summer with an appearance at the CrawsOver Classic.
LeBron James has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension worth $97.1 million with the Lakers, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
LeBron James' extension Wednesday put him on top in NBA history for career earnings.
The Lakers will open their 2022-23 season with a matchup against the Warriors.
James quiets rumors about his future in Los Angeles for now as he signed a two-year deal with a player option for a third year.
Edward Sutelan
The NBA announced that 2022 Opening Night will display both teams from last year's NBA Finals when the Celtics host the 76ers and the Warriors host the Lakers.
Los Angeles must attempt to work with Westbrook and adjust his role in order to avoid another disastrous campaign.
If Russell Westbrook's struggles continue, would the Lakers benefit from him coming off the bench?
James is eligible to sign a contract extension with the Lakers, but he hasn't revealed his intentions.
Beginning on Thursday, Aug. 4, James, who is currently only under contract through the 2022-23 season, is eligible to sign an extension with the Lakers.
Can Westbrook adjust to a new role as he ages? Or is he destined to follow the same path as other athletics guards?
The Pacers reportedly want the Lakers to add another first-round pick to their trade package.
Feeling some deja vu? You should. The Lakers almost acquired Buddy Hield before trading for Russell Westbrook.
The public nature of their divorce sent shockwaves throughout the NBA, as Foucher has represented Westbrook since he was selected with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft.
It was one of the more tumultuous off-seasons in Laker's history, but it appears that the waters have cleared, at least for now.
Jed Wells
