Lakers News

Home NBA Los Angeles Lakers
Affiliate links — we may earn a commission. Learn more
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Bronny James will finally get chance Lakers fans dreamed of after Luka Doncic injury

The Los Angeles Lakers suddenly need ball-handling with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out, which opens the door for Bronny James.

Saturday, April 4, 2026
Lakers' nightmare gets even worse after devastating Austin Reaves injury update

The Los Angeles Lakers were already without Luka Doncic, and now Austin Reaves’ injury is much worse than fans thought.

Lakers must finally open the door for Dalton Knecht to make his last stand

Los Angeles Lakers swingman Dalton Knecht has been stuck at the far end of the bench in 2025-26. It's time to unleash him again.

Luka Doncic injury might have surprisingly sealed Rookie of the Year race

Luka Doncic is injured and that has massive implications for the Los Angeles Lakers - and it also might have decided the Rookie of the Year race.

Austin Reaves must follow in Jalen Brunson's footsteps after Luka Doncic injury

All questions about Austin Reaves and his future with the Los Angeles Lakers could be answered over the next month.

Deandre Ayton slipping into dangerous pattern that should terrify Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers’ blowout loss to the Thunder exposed Deandre Ayton, as his effort and hustle are trending backward.

Luka Doncic injury robbed all the joy from the NBA MVP race

The NBA MVP winner should be pretty close to a formality at this point.

Friday, April 3, 2026
Lakers can't afford to take dangerous Luka Doncic risk after injury update

Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic will be out at least for the remainder of the regular season.

Luka Doncic's painful injury must finally force NBA to rethink its most polarizing rule

It's time for the 65-game rule to go.

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Lindsey Vonn won't rule out a return to skiing after horrific Olympics crash: 'You just never know'

U.S. ski racing legend Lindsey Vonn suffered major injuries to her left leg during a crash at the Winter Olympics but is not ruling out a return to competition.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
What is the Angels' future in Orange County? In Anaheim, uneasy lies the halo

In the coming months, the city of Anaheim expects to release an assessment of what it would take to keep Angel Stadium up and running for years to come.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Coach Michael Chang discusses Learner Tien's potential, passion for the game and more

Michael Chang never planned to get into coaching, but Learner Tien's team reached out and they turned out to be a remarkably good fit.

Thursday, March 5, 2026
Dodgers work with Andrew Toles' family to continue supporting former outfielder

The Dodgers said it was no longer possible to renew Andrew Toles' contract and the team is working with his family to figure out "how to best move forward."

Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Will Klein isn't surprised he saved the Dodgers' World Series dynasty

Will Klein went from relatively unknown to Dodgers World Series legend in four innings, but the reliever knew he would "shine" in the pressure-packed moment.

Thursday, February 26, 2026
Luka Doncic's 41-point effort can't save Lakers from last-second loss to Suns

The Lakers overcome a 12-point deficit in fourth quarter only for Royce O'Neale to make a winning three-pointer with less than a second left in the Suns' victory.

Monday, February 23, 2026
Kara Braxton, a two-time WNBA champion with Detroit Shock, dies at 43

Two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton has died at age 43, the league said Sunday. The former All-Star won her titles with the Detroit Shock and also played for Phoenix and New York.

Friday, February 13, 2026
Alex Vesia opens up about unimaginable loss: 'Life can change in an instant'

Dodgers left-hander Alex Vesia spoke publicly for the first time since he and his wife, Kayla, lost their newborn daughter in the middle of last year's World Series.

Saturday, February 7, 2026
'Quad God' Ilia Malinin conserves energy in Olympic debut; U.S. still leads team skate

Ilia Malinin fell short of extraordinary expectations in his Olympic debut, but the U.S. still leads the team skate competition.

Friday, January 23, 2026
Rams know special teams vs. Seahawks could make or break their Super Bowl hopes

Special teams blunders played significant roles in the Rams' loss to the Seahawks in December. Have they finally fixed those issues heading into the NFC championship game?

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
USC hires Gary Patterson to be the Trojans' defensive coordinator

USC coach Lincoln Riley is looking to Hall of Fame coach Gary Patterson to revamp the Trojans' defense. The unit has struggled during Riley's tenure.

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Thank you, L.A. sports teams, for saving me during the worst year

Will Smith, Miguel Rojas, Andy Pages, Luka Doncic and so many others delivered marquee moments that helped me endure a terrible 2025.

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
2026 high school football transfer tracker: Which top players are switching schools

High school football transfers are under way in preparation for the 2026 season.

Sunday, December 28, 2025
How did curling become a Winter Olympics sensation? Inside the sport's unique history

More than 2.3 million people — or one of every 18 Canadians — participate in the sport of curling. A look at how the quirky sport became an Olympic star.

Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Justin Herbert among five Pro Bowl selections for the Chargers

Justin Herbert, Derwin James Jr., Tuli Tuipulotu, Joe Alt and Cameron Dicker were named Pro Bowl selections by the NFL on Tuesday.

Monday, December 15, 2025
High school basketball: Monday's scores

CIF City Section and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball scores from Monday.

Friday, December 12, 2025
Prep basketball roundup: Etiwanda holds off Rancho Verde in 'Dave Kleckner appreciation game'

Etiwanda improves to 12-0 and will face Heritage Christian in North Orange County championship game.

Tuesday, December 9, 2025
High school basketball: Tuesday's boys’ and girls’ scores

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Tuesday.

Prep basketball roundup: Freshman Major Williams makes 11 threes for Edison

Major Williams tied a school record with 11 threes and finished with 39 points in Edison's 96-82 victory over Long Beach Jordan on Tuesday night.

'We can win here.' Bob Chesney gives a bold vision for success as UCLA's coach

New UCLA coach Bob Chesney offered an optimistic vision for the Bruins' future, taking aim at cross-town rival USC's dominance in the L.A. market.

Sunday, December 7, 2025
Don't kill college football's best tradition. Compromise to keep USC vs. Notre Dame

Notre Dame should agree to USC's request that the two teams play early in the season. Its stubborn approach threatens to end an iconic rivalry series.

Saturday, December 6, 2025
UCLA got its new football coach in Bob Chesney, but who will be coming with him?

The Bob Chesney era is officially underway at UCLA, but which players and assistant coaches might follow the James Madison coach to Westwood?

Thursday, December 4, 2025
It's past time to elect Fernando Valenzuela to the Hall of Fame. 'He captured the imagination'

On Sunday, a committee is set to vote on whether Fernando Valenzuela should be admitted to the Hall of Fame. Without a doubt, they should vote yes.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025
How UCLA football salvaged its recruiting class, giving Bob Chesney an early boost

UCLA general manager Khary Darlington and his staff have managed to make steady progress on attracting new recruits in the wake of Deshaun Foster's firing.

Saturday, November 22, 2025
No. 15 USC's College Football Playoff hopes shattered in loss to No. 7 Oregon

No. 15 USC is unable to pull off an upset over No. 7 Oregon on the road, all but ending their quest to earn a College Football Playoff berth for the first time.

Friday, November 21, 2025
Intuit keeps naming rights on Intuit Dome for 2028 Olympics

Intuit will retain its name on Intuit Dome for Olympic basketball competitions as part of a sponsorship deal with the organizers of the 2028 L.A. Olympics.

Thursday, November 20, 2025
LeBron James Made NBA History On Tuesday

  The NBA season has been going on for about a month now, but Tuesday night was the first time that LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers played. The 40-year-old four-time champion was finally...

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
New lineup equals big victory for UCLA men against Sacramento State

UCLA begins game with four regular starters on the bench and the Bruins go on to rout an overmatched Sacramento State.

Friday, November 7, 2025
Analyst Notes How LeBron James’ Return Will Impact Lakers’ Roster

  The Los Angeles Lakers have started the 2025-26 season with a bang, and they’re not even 100 percent healthy. The team has secured a 7-2 record without the help of LeBron James, who has yet to...

Thursday, November 6, 2025
Ex-NBA player accused of selling LeBron James injury secrets pleads not guilty

Former NBA player Damon Jones pleads not guilty to providing non-public information to sports bettors about injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Luka Doncic Gets Honest About Playing Against Victor Wembanyama

  The Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs squared off in a heated and fun game on Wednesday night. The match featured two MVP candidates: Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama. Following his...

Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Lakers Legend Raves About Bronny James’ Performance

  Monday night proved to be an opportunity for multiple Los Angeles Lakers players, including Bronny James. With Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James all out of the lineup because of...

JJ Redick Raves About Unsung Lakers Player Against Trail Blazers

  The Los Angeles Lakers were without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James on Monday night, so most people assumed the Portland Trail Blazers were poised for an easy victory. But that...

Kendrick Perkins Names ‘Best Duo’ In NBA

  Kendrick Perkins is paying close attention to the NBA and all of the explosive teams that are making noise at the start of the season. Like many others, he has been in awe of what Luka Doncic of...

Monday, November 3, 2025
MLB free-agent tracker: Kyle Tucker is a Dodger, capping a wild week of top-tier signings

No otherworldly talent such as Juan Soto or Shohei Ohtani is available this offseason, yet excellent players pepper the market, including several former Dodgers and Angels.

Sunday, November 2, 2025
Yoshinobu Yamamoto's remarkable World Series Game 7 became his playoff exclamation point

2025 World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto won three games against the Toronto Blue Jays and in 17 ⅔ innings of work, he allowed only two runs.

Saturday, November 1, 2025
Luka Doncic Joins Historic Company With Scorching 3-Game Stretch

  Luka Doncic spent some time away from his Los Angeles Lakers as he recovered from an injury, but he was back in a big way on Friday night. Doncic wasn’t held back by an injury at all and...

Friday, October 31, 2025
Jake LaRavia Uses 3 Words To Describe Austin Reaves

  Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers did it again on Wednesday night, scoring a buzzer-beater that gave his team a 116-115 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. It was a moment that had the...

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Austin Reaves Made Lakers History With Elite 4-Game Stretch

  The Los Angeles Lakers are currently without both Luka Doncic and LeBron James, but they have been helped out a lot by Austin Reaves. Reaves has been downright historic during the first four...

Monday, October 27, 2025
LeBron James Reacts To Austin Reaves’ Career-High Performance

  The Los Angeles Lakers were without LeBron James and Luka Doncic on Sunday night, but they still walked away with a 127-120 win over the Sacramento Kings. Austin Reaves was unstoppable during...

Charlie Sheen's life was in chaos. Meet friend Tony Todd, the 'angel from heaven' who helped rescue him

The documentary 'aka Charlie Sheen' pulled back the curtain on the actor's struggles. It also revealed Tony Todd, the man who helped rescue his lifelong friend.

Scroll to Top

Los Angeles Sports Wire is an independent editorial site. Some posts contain affiliate links — see our Affiliate Disclosure for details. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, WNBA, NWSL, NCAA, or any of their member teams. All team names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About · Privacy Policy · Terms of Service · Affiliate Disclosure · DMCA

Part of Sports Wire Network →