Five‑time NBA champion Ron Harper, a three‑ring Bull and two‑ring Laker, becomes the target of an online roast after he replies “You said it…” to a fake interview featuring an AI‑generated volleyball player. The clip, shared by Lola Melone, sparked mocking comments on X, with users accusing Harper of “shooting his shot” at the AI avatar. Reports note Melone’s profile directs followers to a paid Fanvue page, and her YouTube short has amassed over 37 million views. The incident follows similar AI‑driven jokes aimed at other NBA players, highlighting the growing trend of digital pranks.
Updated injury report provides clarity on player availability for Lakers-Warriors showdown.
Lakers The Lakers found a way to win without Luka Doncic on Wednesday. They’ll gladly try the next one with him. Doncic has been cleared to return Friday against the Warriors after missing the Clippers game with back tightness, according to Ryan Ward of Lakers On SI. Ziaire Williams is questionable after sitting out with […]
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LOS ANGELES – New Los Angeles Lakers forward Ziaire Williams missed his first game of the season during the team’s 103-87 win against the LA Clippers on Wednesday due to a left foot injury. Ahead of the game, Lakers head coach JJ Redick acknowledged that the injury wasn’t expected to be anything serious and that […]
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Austin Reaves has earned some serious praise from Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue, who believes the Lakers guard has developed into an elite NBA player. Ahead of Wednesday’s matchup between the two Los Angeles rivals, Lue spoke about Reaves’ continued improvement and the problems he presents for opposing defenses. “I actually had a […]
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After being sidelined against the LA Clippers due to a back issue, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was off the team’s injury report ahead of their upcoming game on the road against the Golden State Warriors on Friday. Prior to Wednesday’s win against the Clippers, Lakers head coach JJ Redick acknowledged that Doncic’s status […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t play Bronny James for one second in a blowout win over the Clippers with Luka Doncic out.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg says he is "absolutely" eager for Friday’s NBA Cup Group Play rematch with Luka Dončić, after their heated exchange during the Lakers’ 124‑108 rout of the Warriors on Oct. 21. Lendeborg, who’s averaging 22.6 points, 9.2 rebounds and 4 assists in his first five games, boasts a 55.1% two‑point and 35.5% three‑point shooting clip, while Dončić leads the league with 36.0 points, 8.3 assists and 6.8 rebounds. The two will meet again at Chase Center, marking the second of at least four season meetings between Golden State and Los Angeles.
Milwaukee Bucks rookie center Kel’el Ware, acquired in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, is emerging as a hot prospect after posting back‑to‑back double‑doubles against the 76ers and Pacers while coming off the bench. Coach Taylor Jenkins praised Ware as the X‑factor in the Bucks’ 110‑102 win over Indiana, noting his 16 points, 14 rebounds and defensive impact. Los Angeles Lakers insider Jovan Buha now lists Ware as a potential backup to Walker Kessler, likening his style to a four‑position player or a Jaren Jackson Jr. type. The buzz suggests the Lakers could consider a trade for the 22‑year‑old if they need size and rim protection.
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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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.