Life after LeBron: Austin Reaves embracing new-look Lakers roster
LAS VEGAS — From the time Austin Reaves joined the Lakers in 2021 as an undrafted prospect, his basketball life…
Why Lakers can’t quit on JJ Redick, even when down 0-2 in playoffs
It hasn’t been Oklahoma City’s superstar burying the Lakers in the Western Conference semifinals. That’s what’s made this…
Lakers take commanding 3-0 lead over Rockets in playoff series
HOUSTON — Marcus Smart had not been in the playoffs since 2023, having languished with Memphis and Washington, two teams…
Lakers beat Rockets in Game 2 with a new Big Three
Do the Lakers have a new Big Three? LeBron James, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard are putting in…
Lakers ‘elevate’ playoffs work with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured
The elephant in the room for the Lakers as they enter the playoffs has been, and will continue…
LeBron James’ 30 points can’t save injury-plagued Lakers from loss
DALLAS — The Lakers are as shorthanded as they can be, their dynamic starting backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin…
How Austin Reaves pulled off a perfect missed free throw for Lakers
Austin Reaves doesn’t practice that shot. But like so many of his athletic exploits, somehow a perfect missed…
LeBron James’ triple-double leads Lakers past Mavericks
The Lakers have reached the part of the NBA season in which they get a week off because…
Lakers guard Austin Reaves to play tonight against the Nets
NEW YORK — Austin Reaves, who missed the last 19 games because of a left calf strain, will play for…
Fans favor Austin Reaves over LeBron James and you can’t blame them
In a city where he has played for the longest stretch of his life, LeBron James should be…
Lakers ‘recalibrate’ after Austin Reaves injury, 3-game losing streak
After the Lakers’ third straight loss Thursday, JJ Redick promised things would get “uncomfortable.” The second-year coach, frustrated…
LeBron James’ record scoring streak ends but Rui Hachimura hits winner
TORONTO — The King’s reign is over, but the Lakers started a new, more important winning streak. LeBron James’ 18-year,…