The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their third consecutive blowout loss on Christmas Day, falling 119-96 to the Houston Rockets as JJ Redick publicly questioned his team's commitment level. After the Lakers' previous loss, Redick blasted the Lakers' defensive effort. "We don't care enough right now," Redick said after the defeat. "And that's the part that bothers you a lot. We … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers’ Effort Following Christmas Day Defeat to Rockets
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Huge Night From Brook Lopez Extends Winning Streak To Three Games
Brook Lopez, who stepped into the starting lineup after an injury to Ivica Zubac, drilled nine three-pointers on Friday to help the Clippers rally past Portland and extend their winning streak to three games, per Janis Carr of The Orange County Register (subscription required). Lopez made a limited impact during the first two months of the season, but showed against the Blazers … [Read more...] about Huge Night From Brook Lopez Extends Winning Streak To Three Games
Clippers vs Pistons Preview: Derrick Jones Jr. Returns
213hoops.com Clippers vs Pistons Preview: Derrick Jones Jr. Returns The Clippers have won three games in a row and finally have some good injury news with Derrick Jones Jr. making his much-anticipated return. Game Information Where: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CaliforniaWhen: 6:00 PM PTHow to Watch: FanDuel Sports SoCal, AM 570 Projected Starting Lineups Pistons: Cade … [Read more...] about Clippers vs Pistons Preview: Derrick Jones Jr. Returns
Redick says lineup changes coming but won’t say what
JJ Redick says the Lakers will try something new with lineups tonight. Won’t share what. Does say Nick Smith Jr. will be playing consistent rotation minutes for the near future.— Dan Woike (@DanWoikeSports) December 29, 2025 … [Read more...] about Redick says lineup changes coming but won’t say what
Lakers Set To Lose Trade Assets Amid Losing Skid
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers are in a mini crisis after Houston manhandled them on Christmas Day. The mood in Lakerland contrasts sharply with earlier weeks. They were winning and carrying momentum then. They cannot stop losing right now. The Lakers are also set to relinquish key trade exceptions in the coming days. Lakers Set To Lose Trade Assets Amid Losing … [Read more...] about Lakers Set To Lose Trade Assets Amid Losing Skid