News Articles
-
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star Russell Westbrook told ESPN that he was disappointed with his fourth-quarter benching in Wednesday's loss to the Pacers but that he remains undeterred about...
January 21, 2022 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers forward LeBron James has surged past Warriors guard Stephen Curry and into the lead among all NBA players in All-Star voting ahead of polls closing Saturday night...
January 20, 2022 at 11:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Coach Frank Vogel pulled Russell Westbrook late in the Lakers' loss to the Pacers on Wednesday night, with sources saying Vogel had assurances that the organization...
January 20, 2022 at 1:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers coach Frank Vogel said repeatedly Wednesday that he is focused on the task at hand -- namely, getting L.A. turned around -- amid questions about his job...
January 19, 2022 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Jazz said Donovan Mitchell took a hit before halftime in Monday night's loss to the Lakers and began experiencing symptoms after the game.
January 18, 2022 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James apologized to Lakers fans and the next night Los Angeles made the No. 1 offense in the league look sorry in a 101-95 win over the Utah Jazz on...
January 18, 2022 at 1:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook said Magic Johnson was "entitled to his opinion" after the former Lakers great was critical of the team's effort following a...
January 16, 2022 at 12:52 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Anthony Davis participated in an individual on-court workout on Friday and the Lakers are optimistic he could return sometime during L.A.'s long road trip at the end of...
January 14, 2022 at 2:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Russell Westbrook said, "The word 'slump' isn't something I lean on," as he vowed to figure it out after four straight games of poor shooting.
January 13, 2022 at 4:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Carmelo Anthony, echoing a preseason prediction from LeBron James, said last year's Tampa Bay Bucs were a good comparison for the Lakers in that it has taken time for...
January 11, 2022 at 5:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Ja Morant just keeps soaring to new heights. And in Sunday's win over the Lakers, the budding Grizzlies star's ascent was quite literal, as Morant's two-handed...
January 10, 2022 at 12:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
As the only non-guard in the top 10, LeBron James is in the presence of elite company and within reach of notching 10,000 career assists.
January 9, 2022 at 9:52 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
As the NBA celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Lakers' 33-game winning streak, we look at other marks likely to stand the test of time.
January 7, 2022 at 4:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Russell Westbrook bounced back from his nine-turnover outing Sunday by committing zero miscues in the Lakers' win over the Kings on Tuesday -- the first time the point...
January 5, 2022 at 12:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Trading Rajon Rondo to the Cavaliers gave the Lakers roster flexibility, coach Frank Vogel explained Monday, while noting that the team will miss his basketball...
January 3, 2022 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
After his 9 turnovers and 0-for-5 shooting from 3 allowed the Wolves to hang around late into Sunday's game, Lakers guard Russell Westbrook saw no issue with the state...
January 3, 2022 at 12:52 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star LeBron James, one day after his 37th birthday, continued his recent tear with a season-high 43 in Friday's win over the Blazers, becoming the oldest player...
January 1, 2022 at 1:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Frank Vogel cleared the league's COVID-19 protocols and was back with the Lakers for Friday night's 139-106 win over the visiting Blazers.
December 31, 2021 at 11:52 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Trade season kicked off with a deal between the Cavaliers and Lakers. Here's a rundown of the latest moves.
December 31, 2021 at 9:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to trade Denzel Valentine to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Rajon Rondo, sources told ESPN.
December 31, 2021 at 9:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Cleveland Cavaliers are nearing a trade to acquire Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo, and an agreement is expected to be completed as soon as Friday, sources told...
December 30, 2021 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant helped erase a 13-point deficit late in the third quarter and finished with 41 points to lead his team past the Lakers 104-99.
December 29, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Starting at center for not only the first time of his 19-year career -- but for what he said was the first time in his life -- LeBron James keyed a 132-123 victory for...
December 28, 2021 at 10:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Nearing the halfway mark of his debut season with the Lakers and recognizing his play is under constant scrutiny as Los Angeles struggles through a losing streak...
December 27, 2021 at 2:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
With 39 points on Saturday, James surpassed two Lakers greats to claim a couple of additional all-time marks.
December 25, 2021 at 11:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Russell Westbrook shot 4-for-20 from the field and finished a minus-23 in a 122-115 loss to the Nets on Saturday.
December 25, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Brooklyn Nets will have James Harden on Christmas but Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving remain in health and safety protocols and have been ruled out for Saturday's game...
December 24, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Darren Collison, who retired in 2019, is expected to be in the Lakers' lineup on Christmas Day against the Nets after signing a 10-day hardship exemption.
December 24, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Former Lakers stars such as Robert Horry and Metta Sandiford-Artest took part in a halftime ceremony Thursday night to commemorate the final event at Staples Center...
December 23, 2021 at 9:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Brooklyn Nets have enough players for their Christmas showdown against the Lakers after James Harden, Paul Millsap and Jevon Carter cleared COVID-19 protocols, coach...
December 23, 2021 at 8:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Acting head coach David Fizdale said the Lakers don't need Westbrook to play the hero with the roster in flux. They just need steady play out of their point guard, he...
December 22, 2021 at 6:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Back at .500 following a loss to the Suns on Tuesday, Lakers star LeBron James made it sound like he knows as much about his team's potential now as he did when it was...
December 22, 2021 at 12:53 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Get a summary of the Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers basketball game
December 21, 2021 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
DeMar DeRozan matched a season high with 38 points, including 19 in the fourth quarter, in a 115-110 win over the Lakers.
December 19, 2021 at 10:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star Anthony Davis said Sunday he is thankful the MCL sprain in his left knee isn't a more serious injury and that he is "in a good space."
December 19, 2021 at 6:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers coach Frank Vogel is in the NBA's health and safety protocols. David Fizdale will serve as the team's coach for Sunday night's game in Chicago.
December 19, 2021 at 8:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
DeMar DeRozan, Coby White and Javonte Green are set to return Sunday vs. the Lakers after clearing health and safety protocols.
December 18, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star Anthony Davis suffered an MCL sprain in his left knee on Friday and will be reevaluated after four weeks.
December 18, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Anthony Davis will undergo an MRI on Saturday on his left knee. "So far, all is in good structure, but want to take another image," a source told ESPN's Dave...
December 17, 2021 at 10:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Russell Westbrook arrived six hours before gametime and had 14 points after clearing protocol Friday, while Isaiah Thomas had 19 points in his season debut in a 110-92...
December 17, 2021 at 2:53 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers guards Russell Westbrook and Avery Bradley have entered the league's COVID-19 protocols. The team, meanwhile, is planning to sign free agent Isaiah Thomas under a...
December 16, 2021 at 1:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Chicago Bulls, who are next scheduled to play against the Lakers on Sunday, have not gathered as a team since Monday, just before the league postponed their two...
December 16, 2021 at 11:52 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Unheralded rookie Austin Reaves stepped up for the short-handed Lakers on Wednesday night, hitting the game-winning 3-pointer in overtime to beat the Mavericks...
December 15, 2021 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic will miss his third straight game Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers because of left ankle soreness, the team...
December 14, 2021 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Lakers canceled practice on Tuesday, and flew to Dallas for Wednesday's game vs. the Mavericks short-handed, with Talen Horton-Tucker, Dwight Howard and Malik Monk...
December 14, 2021 at 11:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James said getting plenty of sleep helped him post a 30-point triple-double Sunday night, making him the oldest player ever to accomplish...
December 12, 2021 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James helps the Lakers notch their first win against OKC. Kevin Durant and Trae Young get into it. That's was part of what you might've missed from Friday's NBA...
December 11, 2021 at 12:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Andre Ingram appeared on "Wheel of Fortune" Friday, and secured the bag for one lucky viewer.
December 10, 2021 at 8:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star Anthony Davis was ruled out for Friday night's game against the Thunder about an hour before tipoff after receiving pregame treatment to see if he would feel...
December 10, 2021 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Anthony Davis called on the Los Angeles Lakers to "lock in more" against undermanned teams after L.A. fell to a Grizzlies team playing without Ja Morant.
December 9, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Lakers' season will live on the edge between greatness and disaster until James and Westbrook prove they can build a winner together.
December 9, 2021 at 12:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Lakers' season will live on the edge between greatness and disaster until James and Westbrook prove they can build a winner together.
December 9, 2021 at 5:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Get a summary of the Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers basketball game
December 7, 2021 at 8:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James said he and his teammates have to play better when asked about the scrutiny facing Lakers coach Frank Vogel.
December 6, 2021 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James expressed frustration with the league's COVID-19 testing process Friday, a day after he cleared protocol by returning negative PCR...
December 4, 2021 at 12:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
After a season with the Lakers, veteran swingman Wesley Matthews is back with the Bucks
December 3, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers star LeBron James returned eight negative tests since Tuesday, sources told ESPN, and the NBA announced he has been cleared to return to action.
December 2, 2021 at 3:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Celtics center Enes Kanter Freedom, who has criticized LeBron James and Nike for their silence on human rights violations in China, said Tuesday he would welcome the...
November 30, 2021 at 1:52 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Los Angeles Lakers blew a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter and were outlasted by the Kings in a 141-137 loss in triple overtime Friday night.
November 26, 2021 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was fined $15,000 for making an obscene gesture in Wednesday night's win over the Pacers.
November 26, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James returned from his one-game ban with a season-high 39 points in the Lakers' overtime win Wednesday night, but he wasn't happy to have been suspended for...
November 24, 2021 at 11:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers veteran Anthony Davis will not play against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night because of flu-like symptoms, the team announced.
November 24, 2021 at 4:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Quiet in the first half, Russell Westbrook exploded for 25 of his game-high 31 points after the break, but the Lakers came up short in a 106-100 loss to the...
November 23, 2021 at 10:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Isaiah Stewart had to be held back multiple times as he tried to confront LeBron James after the Lakers superstar hit the Pistons center in the face.
November 21, 2021 at 5:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James' return from an extended absence couldn't cure the inconsistent play that has plagued his team on both ends and was on full display in the Lakers' 130-108...
November 19, 2021 at 11:52 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James returned for the Los Angeles Lakers for Friday night's game at the Boston Celtics, the team announced.
November 19, 2021 at 4:51 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Jaylen Brown, who is dealing with a right hamstring strain, will miss his seventh straight game Friday night when the Celtics host the Los Angeles Lakers in...
November 19, 2021 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Bucks had their "three-headed monster" back together on the court Wednesday night, powering a win over the Lakers.
November 17, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James responded, "I hope," when asked if he'd play Friday in Boston, and sources told ESPN there's a "50-50" chance he will.
November 17, 2021 at 9:52 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
There's growing optimism that LeBron James could make his return for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Boston Celtics on Friday, sources told ESPN's Adrian...
November 16, 2021 at 10:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
After scoring a season-high 38 points in a commanding win over the Lakers on Monday night, DeMar DeRozan cited people calling him "washed" in recent years and...
November 16, 2021 at 1:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Anthony Davis, unhappy with the Lakers' loss to the Timberwolves on Friday, and Talen Horton-Tucker helped L.A. bounce back and beat the Spurs on Sunday.
November 14, 2021 at 7:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Anthony Davis went off on the Los Angeles Lakers after an "embarrassing" loss to the Timberwolves on Friday night in which his team once again struggled in the third...
November 13, 2021 at 1:51 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Jimmy Butler exited with a sprained right ankle as Miami fell to the Lakers in overtime on Wednesday night.
November 10, 2021 at 9:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis left in the first quarter of Saturday's game against Portland with a stomach illness.
November 6, 2021 at 9:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
The Los Angeles Lakers were left scratching their heads Thursday night after blowing a 19-point lead and losing to the Thunder for the second time this season.
November 5, 2021 at 12:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to miss "at least one week" because of an abdominal strain, a source told ESPN.
November 4, 2021 at 12:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
Already seemingly at home with the Lakers, 19-year NBA veteran Carmelo Anthony wants to clear something up about his reputation: "I think there's a misconception out...
November 1, 2021 at 12:50 AM -
From the Web › ESPN
Russell Westbrook's ejection was the final scene in a disaster of a night for the Lakers as they failed to protect a 26-point first-half lead and went 0-for-3 on...
October 27, 2021 at 10:50 PM -
From the Web › ESPN
LeBron James missed Tuesday night's overtime win over the Spurs because of a sore right ankle, while Anthony Davis gave the Lakers a scare when he went down with a right...
October 26, 2021 at 7:50 PM