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LeBron James issues apology to Lakers fans following loss to Nuggets

When the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs against the Phoenix Suns in the 2020-21 season, people expected LeBron James and his purple and gold army to come back strong in spectacular form the following season. However, as the 2021-22 season began, the Lakers’ star-studded squad proved to be […]

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Magic Johnson criticizes Lakers’ performance after defeated by Nuggets, records third straight loss

Former Los Angeles Lakers player and Hall of Famer Magic Johnson shared his displeasure with the Lakers following their humiliating 37-point defeat to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. Johnson, a five-time champion and three-time league MVP who built his NBA career with the Lakers, stated that the supporters of the Purple and Gold organization deserve […]

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Russell Westbrook trolled by song choices in Sacramento during Lakers vs. Kings

With all of the issues the Lakers are encountering, the resumption of Russell Westbrook’s cold-shooting slump didn’t seem to help in a 125-116 defeat to the Kings. Westbrook currently enters his 14th NBA season, but his first with the Los Angeles Lakers, who are just one game above .500 as of Wednesday. While with the […]

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LeBron James praises Ja Morant for his crazy block at Grizzlies v Lakers game

Ja Morant produced another stunning moment in the Memphis Grizzlies’ win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena. Morant chased down Avery Bradley who was on his way to making a layup in the first quarter and blocked the shot with both hands. He accidentally, yet admirably, hit the backboard with […]

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Lakers plan to trade another two veterans after Rajon Rondo

Rajon Rondo, the veteran point guard of the Los Angeles Lakers, was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a three-team deal that also involved the New York Knicks. This marks the first trade of the NBA season for the Lakers, but the team won’t stop there. During the offseason, the Lakers overhauled practically […]

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LeBron refuses tip-off, Lakers outshine Kings 122-114

Even though LeBron James and Russell Westbrook had relatively off nights, the Lakers won 122-114 by rallying behind clutch buckets from James, a stellar performance from Talen Horton-Tucker off the bench, and key contributions from Malik Monk and Dwight Howard. James had a slow start to the game, but still scored 31 points to lead […]

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LeBron James happy to team up with Carmelo Anthony following Lakers win over Timberwolves

Following a 108-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers (19-19) are back to .500 on the season. This is not only the Lakers’ first win in 2022 but also the first time the team has beaten Minnesota this season after previously losing their first two games. Los Angeles was able to come out on […]

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Malik Monk admits frustration as Lakers lose to Grizzlies after double-digit lead,

The Los Angeles Lakers were defeated 104-99 by the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, losing their sixth game in a row and blowing another double-digit lead. For the majority of the game, Los Angeles held the upper hand. The Grizzlies struggled to make a 3-pointer in the first half, finishing with a paltry 14 percent […]

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Morant leads comeback win, Grizzlies beat Lakers 104-99

The Memphis Grizzlies showed NBA fans that they are a force to be reckoned with this season by defeating the struggling Los Angeles Lakers 104-99 at FedExForum for their third straight win. Losing the lead during the final minutes of the game was another dramatic ending for the Lakers. As Memphis advanced to 22-14, Ja […]

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NBA Christmas: Davis, Durant out as Lakers defeated by Nets 122-115

Anthony Davis-less Los Angeles Lakers were defeated by Kevin Durant-less Brooklyn Nets 122-115 during the teams’ Christmas Showdown on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. 40 minutes into the game, LeBron James led the Lakers nine points better than the Nets. Only in eight minutes, he was out of the game, however, Brooklyn became 16 points better. […]