Los Angeles Lakers record LeBron James extended his record by being elected to a 21st NBA All-Star Game, being named a starter in the Western Conference amid another exception season at age 40. James was the first overall selection by Shaquille O’Neal in the All-Star draft, but it appears he will not be taking the court. “You won’t see anything from me tonight. Unfortunately, I … [Read more...] about Lakers News: LeBron James Not Playing In All-Star Game Due To Ankle Discomfort
Adam Silver: Hornets Not Protesting Lakers’ Decision To Rescind Trade For Mark Williams
The Los Angeles Lakers thought they had acquired their new starting center when they completed a trade with the Charlotte Hornets ahead of the deadline for Mark Williams. It came at a steep price as the Lakers gave up Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 pick swap and a 2031 unprotected first round pick, but many pundits thought it was worth it considering the team was in dire … [Read more...] about Adam Silver: Hornets Not Protesting Lakers’ Decision To Rescind Trade For Mark Williams
Lakers News: Luka Doncic Looking Forward To ‘Mental Break’ During All-Star Weekend
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is heading into the All-Star break with two games under his belt both with his new franchise and after missing six weeks due to a calf injury. Doncic certainly wasn’t his usual self in his first two games as a Laker, both being on a minutes restriction and still trying to figure out his rhythm with a new roster. So for him, the All-Star … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Luka Doncic Looking Forward To ‘Mental Break’ During All-Star Weekend
Luka Doncic: Calf Is Feeling Good But Play Was ‘Rusty’ In First Two Games With Lakers
After missing more than six weeks with a left calf strain, Luka Doncic returned to action this week in the Los Angeles Lakers’ two games against the Utah Jazz to close out the first half before the All-Star break. The Lakers split the two games and Doncic clearly did not look like his usual self, which could be expected when coming off a significant injury and joining a new … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic: Calf Is Feeling Good But Play Was ‘Rusty’ In First Two Games With Lakers
Former Lakers Forward Stanley Johnson Acquired By South Bay
The South Bay Lakers announced they have acquired forward Stanley Johnson via trade with the Rip City Remix in exchange for the returning player rights to guard Devonte’ Graham, forward Vincent Valerio-Bodon and a 2026 second-round draft pick. Johnson is a familiar face that played 48 games (27 starts) for the Lakers during the 2021-22 season and averaged 6.7 points, 3.2 … [Read more...] about Former Lakers Forward Stanley Johnson Acquired By South Bay