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Our NBA experts examine what an extended layoff could mean for every Western Conference team.
March 17, 2020 at 6:50 AM -
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Three days after they fired head coach Kenny Atkinson, the Nets earned one of their biggest wins of the season, topping the Lakers 104-102 on Tuesday at Staples...
March 11, 2020 at 1:50 AM -
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The Lakers earned wins over the Bucks and Clippers, with LeBron James outplaying the reigning MVP and Finals MVP in the process.
March 8, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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The Clippers point guard gave the Lakers credit for winning Sunday's game but said it was "not hard" to guard LeBron James when asked what kind of challenge he...
March 8, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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L.A. beat the league-best Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, then dispatched the Clippers, featuring reigning Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard, two days later.
March 8, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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"It's probably going to be a few games," Frank Vogel said Saturday after Dion Waiters' first practice when asked when the 28-year-old guard could see some...
March 7, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo tweaked his left knee after landing hard on the floor in Friday's loss to the Lakers and is getting a precautionary MRI, sources told...
March 7, 2020 at 10:50 AM -
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LeBron James and the Lakers haven't had much success against the Clippers this season. Their third on-court showdown could portend things to come.
March 7, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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Giannis Antetokounmpo needed three stitches for a busted lip and tweaked his left knee on a scary fall Friday night as the Bucks fell 113-103 to the Lakers in a showdown...
March 7, 2020 at 1:50 AM -
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Fueled by an MVP performance from LeBron James, the Lakers clinched a postseason berth for the first time since the 2012-13 season with Friday night's 113-103 win over...
March 7, 2020 at 1:50 AM -
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The best in the East met the best in the West. Here are our top observations from Los Angeles.
March 7, 2020 at 12:50 AM -
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Some Las Vegas bookmakers earlier this week made adjustments to the Lakers' title odds, and the Bucks are now the favorites at many sportsbooks.
March 6, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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The Lakers worked out Dion Waiters earlier this week after clearing a roster spot by waiving guard Troy Daniels on Sunday.
March 5, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Ahead of the Bucks' matchup with the red-hot Lakers on Friday, Giannis Antetokounmpo said he is inspired by LeBron James' ability to perform at an elite level at age...
March 4, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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Troy Daniels is finalizing a deal with the Nuggets after being released by the Lakers, sources told ESPN.
March 4, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Get a summary of the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Los Angeles Lakers basketball game
March 3, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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He's fully supporting the coach, fully supporting the front office, completely invested in the success of a teammate and going all out since the start of the...
March 3, 2020 at 5:50 AM -
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Philadelphia 76ers guard Josh Richardson, who suffered a concussion in Sunday's game, is out for Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers.
March 2, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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After Los Angeles' win over New Orleans was over, LeBron James and Zion Williamson met at halfcourt, with the 35-year-old in his 17th season passing on words of...
March 1, 2020 at 11:50 PM -
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It's clear how the Anthony Davis trade worked out for the Los Angeles Lakers. The Pelicans are also in a much better place going forward.
March 1, 2020 at 11:50 PM -
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The Lakers waived guard Troy Daniels on Sunday, clearing a roster spot, and will work out free-agent guard Dion Waiters on Monday, sources told ESPN.
March 1, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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The Lakers ruled out forward Anthony Davis (knee) and guard Alex Caruso (hamstring) for their game against the Pelicans on Sunday night.
March 1, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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The Lakers waived guard Troy Daniels on Sunday, clearing a roster spot that could fortify the franchise's postseason roster.
March 1, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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In a potential playoff preview, Ja Morant had 27 points, 14 assists and 6 rebounds to lead the Grizzlies to a 105-88 win over the Lakers and earned raves from LeBron...
February 29, 2020 at 11:50 PM -
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Harkless, a wing coveted by several teams including the Lakers, won't come to an agreement on a contract buyout and plans to finish the season with the Knicks.
February 29, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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Despite the presence of Anthony Davis, life without LeBron James has been less than impressive for the Lakers.
February 28, 2020 at 12:50 AM -
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Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected from Thursday's game against the Lakers after picking up two technical fouls in the second quarter.
February 27, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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Get a summary of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors basketball game
February 27, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Some key Kobe Bryant memorabilia, including two of his Los Angeles Lakers uniforms and cement handprints from his induction into the Grauman's Chinese Theater hall of...
February 27, 2020 at 6:50 AM -
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LeBron James, coming off a 40-point night against the Pelicans, will sit out the Lakers' game against the Warriors Thursday with a sore groin.
February 26, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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LeBron James had the upper hand Tuesday night in his first matchup against Zion Williamson -- finishing with a season-high 40 points in the Lakers' 118-109 win -- but he...
February 26, 2020 at 1:50 AM -
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Get a summary of the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Lakers basketball game
February 25, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James says there's "never going to be a closure" regarding Kobe Bryant's death.
February 25, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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Doc Rivers attended Monday's Kobe Bryant memorial in Los Angeles and says he felt this was the first time family, friends and the city could start moving on from...
February 24, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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The morning after LeBron James passed Kobe Bryant for third on the all-time scoring list, the Lakers learned of Bryant's death during their flight home.
February 24, 2020 at 5:50 AM -
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LeBron James said he had been setting up Jaylen Brown all night to give up the fadeaway jumper that ultimately sealed the Lakers' victory over the Celtics on Sunday...
February 23, 2020 at 7:50 PM -
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The nail-biter at Staples was a worthy addition to the historic Lakers-Celtics rivalry.
February 23, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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Markieff Morris, a former Pistons forward, has cleared waivers and will sign with the Lakers through their $1.75 million disabled player exception.
February 23, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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The 21-year-old Celtics star tied his career-high with 41 points but said afterwards he wish it had come in a winning effort.
February 23, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Markieff Morris, the former Pistons forward, has cleared waivers and will sign with the Lakers through their $1.75 million disabled player exception.
February 23, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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Marcus Morris said it would be fun to face brother Markieff Morris in the playoffs if Markieff joins the Lakers as expected. Marcus Morris said the twins would probably...
February 22, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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Anthony Davis exited Friday's game minutes into the first quarter with a bruised calf but returned in the second to wreak havoc on the Grizzlies' offense, leaving the...
February 22, 2020 at 1:50 AM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers intend to waive DeMarcus Cousins, who hasn't played this season because of injury, to clear a roster spot for Markieff Morris if he clears waivers...
February 21, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving DeMarcus Cousins, who hasn't played this season while recovering from a torn ACL in his left knee, league sources told ESPN's Adrian...
February 21, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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The new date of April 9 -- rescheduled after the death of Kobe Bryant -- means the Lakers now will play three straight nights, from April 7-9.
February 21, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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DeMarcus Cousins, yet to play a game this season as he recovers from a torn ACL in his left knee, said on Showtime's "All the Smoke" podcast that he's hopeful of being...
February 20, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Lakers star LeBron James on Tuesday became the latest voice to weigh in on the Astros sign-stealing scandal and Rob Manfred's handling of the situation, urging the...
February 18, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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The Clippers will land Reggie Jackson once he clears waivers, with sources telling ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that they beat out the Lakers for the play-making...
February 18, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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The 2020 All-Star Game saw Kawhi Leonard win the first Kobe Bryant MVP award and saw both teams honor the late Los Angeles Lakers legend in the most fitting fashion: by...
February 16, 2020 at 9:50 PM -
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The Lakers' Anthony Davis and LeBron James delighted children at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boys & Girls Club in Chicago on Saturday.
February 15, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Tickets for the public memorial service for Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, at Staples Center will go on sale Wednesday. Fans must register beforehand, the Lakers...
February 14, 2020 at 12:50 PM -
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The Lakers and Bucks head into the All-Star break as favorites to win the NBA title at sportsbooks around the nation.
February 13, 2020 at 2:50 PM -
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The Lakers' win Wednesday night gave them a four-game lead over the Nuggets for the West's No. 1 spot.
February 13, 2020 at 12:50 AM -
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The Raptors, Nuggets and Celtics extended winning streaks to maintain their spots near the top of our rankings.
February 11, 2020 at 8:50 AM -
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After retiring prior to summer free agency last year, veteran guard Darren Collison considered a midseason return to the NBA with the Lakers or Clippers -- but has...
February 9, 2020 at 3:50 PM -
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Two days after LeBron James' double-clutch reverse dunk, a near carbon copy of a move Kobe Bryant made in November 2001, the Lakers were still talking about their star's...
February 8, 2020 at 11:50 PM -
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Andrew Wiggins, who was acquired Thursday from the Timberwolves, scored 24 points and added five steals in his debut with the Warriors on Saturday. Golden State lost...
February 8, 2020 at 8:50 PM -
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Our NBA experts analyze whether Andrew Wiggins will last in Golden State and if the Lakers are front-runners to come out of the West.
February 8, 2020 at 5:50 AM -
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The pilot of the helicopter that crashed near Los Angeles, killing Lakers star Kobe Bryant and eight others, rose to 2,300 feet, just 100 feet from what camera footage...
February 7, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Free-agent guard Darren Collison will meet with his agent next week to decide whether he wants to pursue a comeback to the NBA, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski...
February 7, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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The race to acquire Marcus Morris Sr. was another major event in this growing crosstown stare-down.
February 7, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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Free-agent point guard Darren Collison settled into a second-row seat near Lakers owner Jeanie Buss during L.A.'s game Thursday night, hours after the trade deadline...
February 6, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Get a summary of the Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers basketball game
February 6, 2020 at 8:50 PM -
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The race to acquire Marcus Morris Sr. was another major event in this growing crosstown stare down.
February 6, 2020 at 6:50 PM -
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Find all of ESPN's coverage on Bryant, the Lakers and the reaction around the NBA here.
February 6, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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For the second year in a row, leading All-Star vote-getter LeBron James drafted Anthony Davis -- now his teammate on the Lakers -- first overall. Giannis Antetokounmpo...
February 6, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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The first Italian basketball team that Kobe Bryant's father played for retired the Lakers superstar's jersey to the rafters in a pregame ceremony Wednesday.
February 5, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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A massive memorial created by the public outside Staples Center after the death of former Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant was being dismantled Monday, with an official...
February 3, 2020 at 11:50 AM -
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The Lakers' first game after Kobe Bryant's death was full of consoling and catharsis.
February 1, 2020 at 12:50 AM -
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Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard put on a commanding performance in Friday night's win over the Lakers as the teams honored Kobe Bryant.
January 31, 2020 at 10:50 PM -
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Carmelo Anthony, who Blazers teammate Damian Lillard said had "a great relationship" with Kobe Bryant, is not ready to play after the star's death and will sit out vs...
January 31, 2020 at 1:50 PM -
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While fans have congregated outside L.A. Live since Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others died in a helicopter crash on Sunday, they've been asked to stay...
January 31, 2020 at 12:50 PM -
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Full coverage of the scene at Staples Center as the Lakers return to the court for the first time since Kobe Bryant's death.
January 31, 2020 at 12:50 PM -
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Kobe Bryant died as the Lakers returned from a cross-country road trip. The five days since have been like no others in the history of Laker Nation.
January 31, 2020 at 7:50 AM -
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Tattoo artist Vanessa Aurelia shared video online showing her work on LeBron James' left thigh and Anthony Davis' right thigh in what appears to be Black Mamba-inspired...
January 30, 2020 at 5:50 PM -
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Lakers owner Jeanie Buss said Kobe Bryant was "family" to her and that "we will mourn together, cry together but we will also heal together, love together and WIN...
January 30, 2020 at 11:50 AM -
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Detroit Pistons power forward Markieff Morris, a Philadelphia native like the late Kobe Bryant, has plans to switch his jersey number from No. 8 to No. 88, to show...
January 29, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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Coach Frank Vogel says the Lakers have been brought "closer together" following the tragic death of Kobe Bryant and eight others Sunday and that getting back to...
January 29, 2020 at 4:50 PM -
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In a move to honor both Kobe and Gianna Bryant, Lakers guard Quinn Cook is changing his uniform number from 2 to 28, and he will don that jersey on Friday at Staples...
January 29, 2020 at 12:50 PM