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After losing to the Orlando Magic, the Lakers will continue their road trip by heading to Indiana to face the Pacers. The purple and gold look to snap their losing streak while the home team looks to make it six wins in a row. This is the second and final time both teams will see each other this season. There’s just no sugarcoating it: the Lakers are in a funk right now. They’ve looked tired in these last two losses, their defensive coverages have been subpar as of late and they just don’t look like the connected and elite offensive…
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their second straight game on Monday night. After losing to the Chicago Bulls by a final score of 146-115 in the first game of their Eastern Conference road trip, they fell to the Orlando Magic 118-106. LeBron James is back on the court, but that has not translated to a win in the two games since his return. There is clear frustration starting to rise for the Lakers. Thankfully, there is plenty of time to get back to playing at a high level before the playoffs. Los Angeles has 11 games left to play in…
Los Angeles Lakers forward and 21-time All-Star LeBron James has weighed in on his rookie son Bronny James’ career-best scoring night for the South Bay Lakers, L.A.’s G League affiliate squad. The younger James, 20, scored a whopping 39 points on 14-of-21 shooting from the field (4-of-8 from long range), pulled down seven boards, dished out four dimes, and swiped four steals, in a 122-118 victory against the Santa Cruz Warriors. LeBron took to his X account to shout out his son. SMILE THROUGH IT ALL YOUNG [prince emoji]!!!,” an excited LeBron wrote, followed up by a litany of high-five…
When the Lakers traded their best defensive player, Anthony Davis, for offensive superstar Luka Dončić, there was a concern that the team’s defense would suffer. However, the Lakers were a great defensive team immediately following the trade. During the first month of the Dončić era, L.A. had a 106.9 defensive rating, leading the NBA. They also won ten of their first twelve games after making the blockbuster deal. Fast forward to March, and the defense has suddenly become a problem. The Lakers have a defensive rating of 117.1 on the month, placing them in the middle of the pack in…
Bronny James is in the middle of a strong season for the South Bay Lakers. Despite getting limited NBA minutes with Los Angeles, he has been among the best players in the G League. On Monday night, the former USC star had arguably the best game of his pro career when he exploded for 39 points. After the big game, Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett made a post to his Instagram story with a message for Bronny. Considering Garnett is one of the best players of all time (and went up against Bronny’s father many times), fans will likely enjoy…
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly considering a move for Boston Celtics’ backup center Luke Kornet in the upcoming offseason to address their frontcourt needs. After trading Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic, the Lakers lack depth in the paint, and Kornet could be a cost-effective solution. Luke Kornet, a 7’1″ big man, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. Coming off an NBA championship with the Celtics, he could seek a larger contract elsewhere. The Lakers, in need of a reliable backup center, may offer him that opportunity. Potential alternatives include: – Myles Turner (Indiana Pacers) –…
Luka Dončić and the Los Angeles Lakers didn’t play their best basketball over the weekend, and it showed in their lackluster performance against the 31-40 Chicago Bulls. The Bulls ran them off the floor, picking up one of their biggest wins of the season, defeating the Lakers 146-115. Despite their recent loss, Dončić has remained optimistic about the Lakers and their future. “I think we’re in a great spot. Obviously, today wasn’t a good game for us,” Dončić said. “But I think we are in a great spot, and we have to battle every game to not get in the…
Luka Doncic was brought to Los Angeles to elevate the Lakers. So far, he’s definitely taken over-but not everyone’s thrilled about how it’s going. After a rocky March where the Lakers dropped key games and chemistry seemed to slip, attention has turned to Doncic’s style of play. FS1’s Chris Broussard, usually a vocal supporter of the Slovenian star, didn’t hold back on First Things First this week. I love Luka, I’ve called him ‘Luka Legend,'” Broussard said. “But man, the guy is just monopolizing the offense right now. It’s too much.” The issue isn’t just the volume of Doncic’s touches-it’s…
Since their season-high eight-game winning streak, Luka Doncic’s LA Lakers have been slumping, dropping seven of their last 10 outings. Amid their late-season woes, Lakers fans are experiencing firsthand how Doncic’s supporters react when their favorite player’s team endures a rough patch, fueling widespread frustration. With 11 contests remaining, LA (43-28) sits fifth in the Western Conference, with an outside shot at a top-two finish. However, its last three losses, including two at home, have ranged from 12 to 31 points, raising concerns about the team’s title contention prospects. Despite weathering some poor shooting nights, Doncic delivered elite statistical production…
Team Transformation and Turbulence After acquiring Luka Doncic, the roster shifted into championship mode. The integration of his offensive prowess initially painted a picture of promise and competitive spirit. However, the situation quickly changed. Following a groin injury to a key veteran, the team has managed only three wins in nine games—further losing the two most recent contests after the veteran’s return. Despite Doncic’s exceptional ability to score, concerns have arisen over his defensive contributions. Critics have pointed out that his effort on that end of the court has not matched his offensive energy. In recent matchups, the team has…