The Timberwolves center quieted a lot of doubters on Wednesday night.
Daniel Chavkin
Los Angeles' head coach was heated before Game 5 vs. the Timberwolves after drawing criticism for his lineup decisions in Game 4.
Daniel Mader
Here is a look back at how LeBron James has done when facing a playoff deficit.
Teddy Ricketson
The mural in downtown Los Angeles depicting Bryant and his daughter was graffitied over.
Colin Capece
JJ Redick avoided substitutions like a plague in Los Angeles' Game 4 loss to Minnesota on Sunday.
David Suggs
Here's how the Lakers plan to honor a franchise legend throughout 2024-25.
Gilbert McGregor
From the half-sleeve on his left forearm to the back tattoos that are sometimes visible under his jersey, Doncic's tattoos certainly stand out. Here's what you need to know about the superstar's ink.
Here are the latest injury updates for Lakers forward Rui Hachimura.
The Los Angeles star had another strong start to a playoff game.
JJ Redick explained the adjustment that he thinks will change his team's fate after getting blown out in Game 1.
Stephen Noh
Playoff Jimmy? He's alive and well with Golden State.
What did Gates say? Here is more on the criticisms from Gates and what James said in response.
The pair of All-Stars have had their share of heated moments in the past. Here's what to know about the history between Doncic and Gobert.
LeBron James and the Lakers dropped Game 1 to the Timberwolves at home on Saturday night, but history shows they are far from dead.
Dan Treacy
An unstoppable force met an immovable object partway through the third quarter of the Lakers' match with the Timberwolves.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed no nerves early in his first playoff game with his new team.
The Lakers superstar can score from anywhere.
Billy Heyen
The rookie guard is entering his first NBA playoffs this weekend.
Luka Doncic hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since he was dealt from Dallas to Los Angeles back in February.
Here's more on Pelinka's contract and his savvy moves in 2024-25.
Windy is way ahead of the game.
Breaking down the Lakers' first-round series against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.
Here's why Lakers head coach JJ Redick gave Bronny James an 'A+' for his rookie season.
The Lakers could end up anywhere from a No. 3 seed to a No. 8 seed.
Morgan Moriarty
One of the NBA's all-time legends had something to say about James' professionalism on Friday night.
The opponents that the Lakers should and should not want to face, along with how likely each one is as a first round matchup.
After posting 45 points against his former Mavericks team, Doncic opened up about what it was like being in Dallas as an opponent.
After recently returning from an injury, Davis took on his former Lakers squad in a Mavericks uniform for the first time on Wednesday. Here's how he performed.
Doncic returned to American Airlines Center as an opponent for the first time in his NBA career on Wednesday. Here's how Doncic fared against his former Mavericks team.
Luka Doncic was overcome with emotion in his return to Dallas, but the night ended with the newest Lakers star coming out on top and helping his team clinch a playoff spot.
Another record for the King.
The star guard was back in Dallas for the first time as an opponent on Wednesday, and he turned emotional as the Mavericks played a video reflecting on his tenure.
However well-intentioned, the shirts are being met with backlash from across the NBA world.
The Lakers star is racking up technical fouls.
The Lakers star reached another milestone.
Here's more on Doncic's ejection and what members of the Lakers are saying in the aftermath.
Here's a look back at some of the not-so-subtle things Dallas has done to try to move past Doncic's time with the franchise.
Many continue to speculate LeBron James didn't attend Kobe Bryant's funeral, even years after the NBA legend's death.
Here's how things got to where they are between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith.
Here's why Lakers guard Austin Reaves wore pink shoes in Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
The current Los Angeles Lakers star has opened up on his connection with the Chicago Bulls legend.
Jed Wells
Here's more on what James had to say about Smith and the interaction between the two earlier in the month.
The Lakers' star still owns a property in his hometown.
LeBron James has a known love for Madden, but how good is he? We talked to an elite player who was blown out by the King.
In a win over the Santa Cruz Warriors, James turned in a new G League career-high with a performance that has caught widespread attention.
A look at Bronny's season as his rookie year nears its completion.
The Lakers star had his best game since joining the team last month, but he couldn't stop L.A. from losing its third straight game.
Luka Doncic's former Mavs teammates have spoken up on his behalf.
Here is what you need to know about James' injury, including how much time he is expected to miss as the regular season winds down.
The in-game confrontation between Lakers star LeBron James and ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith isn't going away anytime soon.
James was sidelined for the final minutes of the Lakers vs. Celtics rivalry game Saturday. Here's the latest on the 40-year-old star.
Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights for Lakers vs. Celtics on Saturday night.
The Lakers and Celtics continue to make a mark on the NBA 77 years after first locking horns.
The biggest trade in NBA history may have restored the feeling that defined the 1980s — but that fans last truly felt in 2010.
Doncic had a strong offensive series but struggled on defense as the Mavs lost to the Celtics.
Jaylen Brown made comments about Bronny James earlier this season, which made their way around social media.
Here's what Charles Barkley said about ESPN and NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins
LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith have been beefing for a while now, and it became personal at the Lakers-Knicks game.
A month into his Lakers tenure, Luka Doncic is making the Mavericks' leaked criticisms about him look ridiculous.
The Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from Lakers vs. Knicks on Thursday night. Here are the complete results from the 2025 NBA regular season game.
The Los Angeles point guard has missed two games so far with the injury.
Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant's first ever NBA jerseys are up for auction. Here's everything you need to know about the memorabilia.
After scoring his 50,000th point, here's a look at when James could reach the next landmark moment.
Here are the best reactions to LeBron James scoring his 50,000th career point.
Here is what James needs to reach the next scoring plateau and how he got to this point.
Here is how James finally surpassed 50,000 career points.
LeBron James is a lightning rod for memes, and TikTok users are more than grateful.
Luka Doncic's status is reportedly up in the air for Friday's game against the Clippers.
There's a 'weird energy' in NBA coverage right now according to LeBron James, so he understands Edwards not wanting to be the face of the league.
LeBron is having an unheralded defensive season at the age of 40.
Anthony Edwards and Jarred Vanderbilt used to play alongside one another in Minnesota, but their trash talk spilled over into a brief altercation on Thursday night.
Luka Doncic's off-court habits seemed to have put him at odds with Dallas' front office.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed out in his first game against his former team.
Here's the video in full, Davis' reaction and a look back at what he did with the Lakers.
After a shocking trade just weeks ago, Doncic notched a triple-double for LA in a win over Dallas.
Here is what has been confirmed about Doncic's playing weight and more on the reports that suggest otherwise.
Here's what you need to know about the Jordan Brand commercial that highlights Doncic's recent change of area codes.
As the Lakers look to impress Doncic with their play and roster construction, questions around his long-term future in Tinseltown still loom.
Here is when Luka Doncic will be back in Dallas but wearing a Lakers uniform.
Here's what has come from the Mavericks camp about the trade that sent shockwaves through the sports world.
The Lakers star has been unable to come through in the clutch.
Andrew Katz
The Lakers went 1-9 in 10 games in their City Edition alternatives.
As James looks to hone his skills and continue improving during his rookie year, The Sporting News will keep a log of his performances during his G League assignment.
Doncic, still a new Laker, was back in his superstar rhythm in Saturday's win over Denver.
Here is what to know about James' availability vs. Portland.
Doncic is still recovering from a left calf strain he suffered in December.
Four predictions for the second half of the regular season.
Will James be in action when the Lakers play their first game since the All-Star break? Here is the latest on his status.
Here's a look at how things went down and why everything fell through.
On Wednesday, the Lakers and Hornets will be the only two NBA teams in action. Here's why.
James shared before the 2025 All-Star Game that he would not be participating in the mini-tournament games.
Luka Doncic is not an All-Star for the first time since his rookie season.
One NBA legend thinks another few years are in play for The King.
Here is what to know about Bronny James' participation at All-Star Weekend 2025.
The Sporting News tracks each of Bronny's appearances in NBA games and keeps you up to date with the stats he logs.
The Lakers star just returned from a one-game absence before leaving Monday night's game early.
Luka Doncic made his much-anticipated Lakers' debut on Monday, helping L.A. blow out the overmatched Jazz.
The Lakers are commemorating the debut of their latest superstar with a free t-shirt giveaway.
Luka Doncic’s Lakers debut has the basketball world talking. That includes its corporate sponsors — namely, Gatorade.
Luka Doncic is already endearing himself to Lakers nation after donating $500,000 to aid relief efforts in Los Angeles after last month's wildfires.
Here's a look back at Los Angeles' storied history of continuously reloading by adding some of the biggest names in the NBA.
The Chiefs are looking to join a rare group this year.
The Lakers no longer have their center of the future.
Micah Adams
NBA fans are eagerly awaiting Doncic's debut in the purple and gold.
Here is the latest on Doncic's status Wednesday vs. Golden State.
The Lakers traded away their remaining first-round picks to upgrade at the deadline.
The Lakers pulled off two trades before the deadline to land Luka Doncic and Mark Williams — and both required much different packages.
Bryan Murphy
The Lakers are reportedly planning to make Williams their starting center right away.
TSN's Steph Noh grades the Mark Williams deal for the Lakers and Hornets.
The Sporting News examines the Lakers' starting lineup after the blockbuster trade to land Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles scored a major coup in its front court, acquiring the services of Hornets big Mark Williams via trade.
Here's what to know about Doncic's injury and his chances to return to the floor.
Here is a timeline of some of the biggest issues that were addressed while Doncic was a Maverick.
The Sporting News will provide live updates as Doncic takes the podium for the first of many media appearances as a member of the purple and gold.
Here's what to know about Doncic's status for the first Lakers-Clippers rivalry game of his time in L.A.
Davis had plenty of positive things to say about his time in Los Angeles as he prepares to join the Dallas Mavericks.
Ranking the likelihood of trades for every rotation player on the Lakers roster.
While the shock of other NBA players and the standard "farewell" post from Doncic was to be expected, his father, Sasa, has now chimed in on what happened
How did the Lakers and Mavs do in the Earth-shattering trade for Luka Doncic?
Who the Lakers should target after trading for Luka Doncic?
We have our first look at star Luka Doncic in his new Lakers jersey.
How Luka Doncic will fit on the Lakers this year and beyond.
The big winners and losers from the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade
LeBron James tells former teammate to 'go crazy' in Dallas.
Davis is now on the third NBA team of his career, and the new Maverick ranks among the highest-paid players in the league.
While Luka Doncic's trade to the Lakers could benefit him in the long run, it will have a significant impact on his short-term earnings.
Here is more on past reporting around James' status and what that can be used to deduce this time around.
Here is more on James' rare contract clause and what that could mean in the aftermath of L.A. pulling off one of the most surprising deals in league history.
The Mavericks made one of the most shocking decisions in NBA history by trading Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Here are their reasons behind the move.
Dallas and Los Angeles agreed to a shocking trade involving two of the biggest stars in the league.
The veteran turned back the clock with a vintage performance in a win over the Knicks.
The longtime Giants fan had a rough go of it this season.
Davis has already missed one game due to the injury.
The late NBA star was the subject of sexual assault allegations in 2003. Here are the details of the case and why the charge was dropped.
Here's how Bronny James responded to the Wizards home crowd chanting "MVP" at him at the end of Thursday night's game.
TSN's Steph Noh shares two trades that make too much sense not to happen.
James has been battling a left foot injury, but he and the Lakers are managing the issue to make sure he can play in games.
Here is a comprehensive explanation of what is known about the tragic accident in 2020.
Here is the latest injury update on LeBron James ahead of Los Angeles's matchup with Golden State.
Lakers star LeBron James spoke for the first time since he and his family were to forced to evacuate their home due to the Los Angeles wildfires.
While Nike secured James' services, the Lakers star has revealed Reebok almost convinced him to join them.
LeBron James has finally addressed the viral 'f**kery' tweet, during an appearance on the podcast 'New Heights'.
Here is what Lakers coach J.J. Redick said about his rental home being destroyed by the L.A. wildfires.
The Los Angeles wildfires have been causing postponements of games in the area, including the Lakers.
What exactly did Barkley say about LA's lead man? Here's more context on Redick's comments that elicited such a strong response from Barkley.
The Lakers star is in the 22nd year of his NBA career, but James believes he could play at a high level even longer.
Grading how the Lakers and Nets did in the D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton trade
Here is everything to know about the trade between the Lakers and Nets.
Anthony Davis exited the Lakers' Christmas Day meeting with the Warriors with a sprained left ankle.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the NBA Christmas Day game between LeBron James' Lakers and Stephen Curry's Warriors.
The Sporting News will track James' performance during his NBA Christmas debut against Golden State.
Here is the latest on his status ahead of LA's 26th consecutive appearance on the holiday.
Here is the latest on James' status for Christmas Day.
Here is more on the situation that faces the 20-year-old and why his limited role shouldn't be viewed as a knock on him or his standing as an NBA player.
What does James' family tree look like? Here's a breakdown of the "starting five" that LeBron represents everywhere he goes.
Times are changing in the NBA and Lakers superstar LeBron James is taking notice. He seems to have taken an issue with it, too.
The Sporting News tracks James' stats and highlights as he and the Lakers play their first of two games in Orlando.
Here is everything to know about the event, including a schedule, bracket and prize money breakdown.
JJ Redick believes one step can make a long NBA career possible for Bronny James.
Here is everything to know about James' status and why he spent some time away.
Bronny James could be turning a corner and tapping into his potential from two years ago, writes TSN's Steph Noh.
The Sporting News will keep you up to date with James' numbers from the game in Arizona.
A year ago, the Warriors tried to make an Earth-shattering trade for LeBron James that ultimately didn't get very far. They haven't given up that vision.
A closer look at the nature of these rumors explains why James has been and will continue to be linked to the Bay Area's NBA franchise.
Because LeBron has recently been mentioned in trade rumors, reports indicate Bronny would "have to" be included in any potential deal.
With things potentially heating up, The Sporting News explores potential landing spots for James.
This isn't the first time trade rumors around LeBron James started swirling.
As James looks to build on an impressive showing in the G League, The Sporting News will track his performance in Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Here is the latest on what James is dealing with and how it will affect him moving forward.
Here is how a unique bond between Curry and Olivari has led to an endorsement deal.
The Lakers don't have enough tradeable salaries to make all three of these deals, but at least one of them needs to happen.
The Lakers dropped their sixth game in their last eight Wednesday vs. the Heat. That was enough to get their head coach and star player talking.
Rather than proving that the league is broken, a week-old blowout is evidence that the NBA still rules.
Here is why the Lakers superstar's all-time scoring record may not be the most impressive mark set during his career.
As James and the Lakers search for answers, here's a closer look at what's gone wrong for them and what they could look to change moving forward.
With the schedule overlap, which team will James play for? Here is what to know about his availability for the upcoming games.
JJ Redick is getting a career year out of Anthony Davis thanks to changes in the team's offensive approach.
Here is why the Hall of Famer has such a strong opinion on the way Los Angeles is handling the season of its high-profile second-round pick.
Valanciunas is a talented player but he's the wrong guy for this Lakers team, writes TSN's Steph Noh.
Did Bronny James return to the G League floor Sunday when the South Bay Lakers took on the Stockton Kings?
Rookie Dalton Knecht has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Lakers this season, quickly proving to be one of the top first-year players in the league.
The Lakers rookie has played in six of 15 games this season, last suiting up against the Raptors on Nov. 10.
Here's the full stats, results and highlights for Bronny James as the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Orlando Magic.
They say that Father Time is undefeated, but one athlete who has put up an impressive fight against him is LeBron James
Here are the full stats, results and highlights for Bronny James from South Bay's matchup with the San Diego Clippers.
Here is everything to know about L.A.'s new look and the court that will accompany it.
Here is what NBA star LeBron James said about why he is taking time away from social media.
Dalton Knecht and LeBron James have formed an instant chemistry on the court.
The Lakers might have themselves a draft steal, and LeBron James isn't letting the rest of the NBA forget it.
The Sporting News tracks James' performance in the Lakers' NBA Cup game against the Jazz.
Here is what you need to know about James' standing as a member of the South Bay Lakers.
The extent to which Bronny James is struggling in the G League is yet another red flag.
The Lakers star continues to defy his age with his performance.
Here's what you need to know about Nike and Hasbro's newest collaboration honoring LBJ.
Cate Schiller
Here are the latest updates on whether Bronny James will be playing in the G League or NBA on Friday night.
Here's what LeBron James said about his "dear friend" Gregg Popovich after the Spurs coach recently suffered a stroke.
Bronny James' NBA G League experience will be much different from that of a typical NBA rookie on assignment.
TSN's Steph Noh breaks down why the trade makes sense for the Lakers and Hawks.
As James begins the process of going back and forth from the NBA's Lakers to the G League Lakers, a former NBA star has identified the biggest issue limiting the rookie's production.
Here's everything you need to know about James' first G League performance of the year, including his full stats, results and highlights.
