For the first time this year, the Lakers outscored their opponent in every quarter with Luka Doncic (34 points) and LeBron James (24 points) leading the way despite Austin Reaves' absence. … [Read more...] about Lakers takeaways: Nick Smith Jr. shines in win over Kings with Austin Reaves sidelined
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It took one rotation change for the Lakers to finally unlock their defense
The Los Angeles Lakers had been atrocious on defense during a recent rough stretch, but head coach JJ Redick made a rotation tweak to solve it. … [Read more...] about It took one rotation change for the Lakers to finally unlock their defense
Kawhi Leonard’s career-high 55 powers Clippers past Pistons for 4th straight win
Clippers guard James Harden (1) looks to drive the ball against Detroit Pistons guard Caris Levert (8) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/William Liang) Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard controls the ball during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard’s career-high 55 powers Clippers past Pistons for 4th straight win
JJ Redick says Lakers are making Luka Doncic change fans didn’t see coming
The Los Angeles Lakers are shifting Luka Doncic’s minutes for the foreseeable future with Austin Reaves out. … [Read more...] about JJ Redick says Lakers are making Luka Doncic change fans didn’t see coming
Lakers blow past Kings to snap 3-game skid
Lakers forward Lebron James, center, drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings guard Demar Derozan (10) as center Maxime Raynaud (42) watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh) Lakers forward Lebron James reacts while holding his back during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the … [Read more...] about Lakers blow past Kings to snap 3-game skid