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Raptors The Raptors have a better idea of how long they’ll be without Kawhi Leonard. It still amounts to a considerable stretch. The expectation is that Leonard will miss approximately three or four weeks with swelling in his left knee, Chris Haynes reported on NBA TV’s The Association. Toronto’s official plan is to reevaluate him […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Nets, Egor Demin, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
After four games out of the Lakers’ rotation, forward Jarred Vanderbilt earns a spot against the Clippers on Oct. 28, delivering 21 minutes of high‑energy defense that helps Los Angeles win by 22 points. Coach JJ Redick highlights Vanderbilt’s ability to front Brook Lopez, while former Utah teammate Collin Sexton praises his professionalism and steady leadership, saying Vanderbilt “always stays ready” and boosts the locker‑room vibe. With Kevon Looney struggling, Vanderbilt looks set to remain in the rotation as the Lakers head into NBA Cup Group Play versus the Warriors on Friday.
The Pelicans' strange handling of Herb Jones may open the door for the Lakers to finally land their dream point-of-attack defender.
Jazz Darryn Peterson scored 18 points against the Spurs. When the game needed deciding, though, the Jazz rookie was watching. Will Hardy pulled the No. 2 overall pick with 2:05 left in regulation and didn’t bring him back for overtime in Wednesday’s 117-111 loss. “We’ve got to clean up execution,” Hardy said, via Shreyas Laddha […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Lakers, Collin Sexton, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jaylen Brown showed off his knowledge of his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates' personalities by identifying where they would fit in the world of Harry Potter.
Jaylen Brown sorts LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, and other NBA personalities into Hogwarts houses alongside Daniel Radcliffe.
The Lakers fumbled their chance at signing three better fits for their final two-way spot and were forced to settle for Lawson Lovering.
After a narrow loss to Portland, the Luka Dončić‑less Lakers rely on bench firepower to beat the Clippers 103‑87 on Oct. 28, 2026. Austin Reaves struggles with 16 points, six turnovers, but Collin Sexton drops a season‑high 21, Sandro Mamukelashvili adds 13 and eight rebounds, and rookie Jarred Vanderbilt contributes seven boards and solid defense. Coach JJ Redick praises the trio’s +21, +23 and +22 plus‑minus, noting the Mamukelashvili‑Vanderbilt combo outscored L.A. 51‑24 in their 20 minutes together. The win marks the Lakers’ fourth victory in five games.
The Portland Trail Blazers head to the Moda Center on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. PT to face undefeated Memphis (4‑0) after their own 3‑0 start, highlighted by a 136‑129 win over the Lakers. Memphis rides a hot start from Ty Jerome, who’s averaged 29.8 points per game, while rookie Cameron Boozer contributes 14.8 points, 10.5 rebounds and a +9 plus‑minus despite a 27.9% shooting rate. The Blazers, missing Shaedon Sharpe, Branden Carlson and Chris Youngblood, look to build on early‑season momentum and Ja Morant’s emotional first game against the franchise that drafted him. Stream on BlazerVision or catch the game on Rip City Television.
The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers face off for the second time this season on Friday, and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is ready. The post Warriors Rookie Looking Forward to Lakers Matchup After Luka Doncic Incident appeared first on LA Sports Report.
NBA legend Charles Barkley has criticized former Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for practicing a golf swing during the national anthem, describing his actions as disrespectful. The post Charles Barkley blasts LeBron James for disrespecting the national anthem appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jarred Vanderbilt looked effective beside Sandro Mamukelashvili in the Los Angeles Lakers' 103-87 win over the LA Clippers. Adou Thiero could prove even better.
Jarred Vanderbilt looked far more deserving of bench minutes than Kevon Looney in the Los Angeles Lakers' 103-87 win over the LA Clippers.
The Los Angeles Lakers cruised to a win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, beating them for the second time this season. The post Luka Doncic-less Lakers Triumph Over Clippers For 2nd Time in 2026 appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Toronto Raptors confirm that star forward Kawhi Leonard will miss “weeks” after his left knee swelled, though imaging shows no structural damage. The team will begin treatment and reevaluate him in a week, likely sidelining him for at least the next four games (vs. Orlando, Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers). Leonard, who was traded from L.A. in September, posted 32.4% shooting and 3.5 steals in 26 minutes over the first two regular‑season games before sitting out the Minnesota matchup. In his absence, Ja’Kobe Walter starts, with Allen Graves and Kyle Anderson set to see expanded roles.
After a 136-129 defeat to Portland, the Lakers acknowledge their 22nd‑ranked defense is hurting a second‑place offense. Center Walker Kessler admits the team has leaned too heavily on scoring, and the group responds by holding the Clippers to just 87 points on Wednesday, the season’s lowest opponent total. Veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt makes his first appearance, grabbing seven rebounds in 21 minutes, while newcomer Collin Sexton posts a career‑high 21 points and a +23 plus/minus. Meanwhile, former Laker Rui Hachimura explains his free‑agency exit, and ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne details the rapid sale of majority ownership to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner.
A historical trend shows that Luka Doncic's chances of winning a title with the Lakers may be greatly reduced because of his usage rate.
Without Luka Doncic, the Lakers found a way to win Wednesday night by letting defense translate to offense and crashing the glass.
Quentin Grimes scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Lakers used a dominant second quarter to beat the LA Clippers 103-87 at Intuit Dome on Wednesday.
Before Wednesday’s game, the Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was asked what he knew about their newest signing and what the player could bring. The coach didn’t have much. All he could offer was a name. “I know his name is Lawson Lovering,” Redick said. Now, that was a joke, but the problem for […] The post Lakers Announce 7 Ft Center Signing To Address Major Issue as JJ Redick Reacts appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has revealed how a social media post from LeBron James caused a major increase in his online following. The post LeBron James sent Austin Reaves followers skyrocketing appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Los Angeles Lakers gave Sandro Mamukelashvili a hefty contract, and fans already found out why.
A game-worn high school jersey from Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant sold for more than $2 million at auction.
The Lakers bounce back from their season‑opening loss with a 103–87 victory over a depleted Clippers, improving to 4‑1. Bench spark plug Collin Sexton scores 21 points in 21 minutes, igniting the team and showcasing the high‑motor players the Lakers added in the offseason. Luka Dončić rests, while role players like Jake LaRavia, Matisse Thybulle, Quentin Grimes, and Jarred Vanderbilt contribute hustle plays, collective 20 steals/blocks and 17 offensive rebounds. Although the win comes against a weak, young Clippers squad, it validates the Lakers’ strategy of adding youthful energy and depth as they aim to prove themselves as contenders early in the season.
Pacers rookie Ben Sheppard undergoes a full meniscus repair, extending his absence to months and casting doubt on a potential $8 million qualifying offer next summer. The Lakers also sit two starters out—Luka Doncic (back tightness) and Ziaire Williams (left foot soreness)—but expect them back for the Friday game in Golden State. Bulls center Nic Claxton (left hamstring strain) travels with the team yet remains uncertain for his season debut. The Clippers keep Max Strus, Brandon Ingram and Yanic Konan Niederhauser in rehab in LA, while Rui Hachimura may return after missing Wednesday’s quad soreness.