The Lakers host the Raptors at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, with tip‑off at 6 p.m. PT (9 p.m. ET). The game streams on Spectrum SportsNet/SportsNet+ in the U.S., Sportsnet/TSN in Canada, and NBA League Pass internationally. Injury updates list Lakers forward Ziaire Williams (day‑to‑day, foot) and guard Adou Thiero (out, knee), while the Raptors lose Kawhi Leonard (out, knee) and Nate Bittle (out, foot). Expected lineups feature Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Matisse Thybulle and Walker Kessler for L.A., and Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Ja’Kobe Walter, Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl for Toronto. Both squads aim to gain early‑season momentum despite the roster hits.
The Lakers open November with a Game 7 showdown against the Toronto Raptors at Crypto.com Arena, despite the Raptors missing Kawhi Leonard (left‑knee inflammation). Both teams sit at 4‑2 (LAL) and 3‑2 (TOR) and share a single day of rest. The preview highlights a clash of styles: Toronto’s aggressive, turnover‑tight possession play versus Los Angeles’ elite shot‑creation led by Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Key matchups feature Dončić versus Scottie Barnes and the debut‑eligible rookie Cameron Carr. Injuries include Adou Thiero (out) and Ziaire Williams (questionable) for LAL, and Leonard (out) and Nate Bittle (out) for TOR. The article predicts the game will hinge on the Lakers controlling the ball and exploiting the Raptors’ weaker half‑court defense.
The Washington Wizards have primarily played Anthony Davis at power forward, but the Lakers knew that wasn’t his best position.
The Cavs dominate Milwaukee as big men Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen combine for 52 points on 23‑of‑32 shooting in a 136‑111 win, while Mitchell and Harden contribute 28 points off the bench. Meanwhile, the Lakers may see rookie wing Cameron Carr make his debut after clearing an oblique strain, adding depth to a bench that struggled against the Warriors. The Bucks continue to battle defensive lapses, surrendering 48 points in a single quarter to Cleveland and falling to 1‑5, though rookies Brayden Burries and Nate Ament each post career‑high 14 points.
Austin Reaves openly admits his poor performance in the Lakers' 25‑point collapse against the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 30, 2026. He logged eight turnovers, shot 9‑for‑19 and posted a -13 plus‑minus, the worst among starters, as the second unit fell apart without Luka Dončić. Reaves blamed no excuses, vowing to study film and improve, while noting opponents are now loading double‑team pressure on him. The article highlights his accountability and the challenge of building chemistry with new offseason additions.
The Lakers (4‑2) host the Raptors (3‑2) on Sunday at Crypto.com Arena after a 110‑93 loss to Golden State that featured a season‑high 20 turnovers and poor bench play. Coach D'Antoni must curb the Lakers’ rebounding woes—currently worst in the league—and protect the ball against Toronto’s elite defense, which ranks third overall and second in steals. Key injuries: Cameron Carr cleared, while Adou Thiero remains out and Ziaire Williams is questionable; the Raptors miss Kawhi Leonard and Nate Bittle. Expect a battle of pace and defense as Los Angeles seeks to bounce back and return to the win column.
The Warriors head into a November 1 showdown with a reshaped Clippers squad at Chase Center. After a dramatic comeback win over the Lakers—trailing 38-15 and erasing a 23‑point deficit, a first in the shot‑clock era—Golden State sits at .500 despite missing Steph Curry and Draymond Green for the game. The Clippers, now 1-4, have lost Kawhi Leonard and rely on Darius Garland, Brandon Ingram and rookie Keaton Wagler, who posted 7‑of‑8 free throws in a recent 127-101 win in Minnesota. Warriors bench stars like De’Anthony Melton (16 pts) and Georges Niang (+21) could be pivotal, while Curry’s 29.2 PPG season and the Warriors’ small‑ball line‑up set the stage for a must‑watch clash.
Lakers reveal improving health status ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors.
The Los Angeles Lakers will have rookie guard Cameron Carr eligible for his NBA debut against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, after his preseason oblique injury clears the injury report. The No. 24 overall pick, acquired from the Knicks in a draft-day trade, impressed in Summer League with 17.4 points per game and continued that form in the preseason, averaging 12 points in limited minutes. While Carr is set to suit up, forward Ziaire Williams remains questionable with a left foot issue and second‑year forward Adou Thiero is out rehabbing a knee injury.
After surrendering a 25‑point lead, the Lakers fall 112‑95 to the Warriors, prompting coach JJ Redick to stress that building a great team takes time. He highlighted the early 38‑15 first‑quarter surge, the Warriors' comeback, and the need for patience, chemistry, and practice over an 82‑game season. Luka Doncic led L.A. with 37 points, acknowledging the growing pains of a roster with many new faces. The loss drops the Lakers to 4‑2 as they prepare to host the Toronto Raptors Sunday.
The New Orleans Pelicans' 2025‑26 extensions for Herb Jones ($68M) and Trey Murphy III ($112M) have sparked a trade frenzy, with nine NBA teams—including the Lakers, Warriors and Thunder—sending scouts to evaluate the wing duo. New Orleans demands high price tags: two first‑round picks for Jones (one unprotected) and roughly three for Murphy, while the players' early‑season stats lag those contracts. The Lakers, rebuilding around Luka Doncic, lack trade assets; the Warriors grapple with roster fit amid Kristaps Porzingis’ absence. With the Pelicans firm on “no‑sell,” the race for the $180 million pair remains wide open.
The Warriors lose both Stephen Curry (right‑knee injury) and Draymond Green (bilateral low‑back injury) for Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers, according to the NBA’s latest injury report. The 112‑95 win over the Lakers on Friday saw Curry drop 31 points and Green tally nine assists, helping the team rebound from an early 38‑15 hole to even their season record at 3‑3 after a 0‑3 start. Warriors coach and players praised the defensive adjustments that stifled the Lakers in the second half.
Los Angeles Lakers JJ Redick has no reason not to throw Cameron Carr into the rotation right away once Carr is ready to go.
The Knicks’ early season slump (2‑4) is blamed on fatigue, with Josh Hart noting lingering tiredness after a 98‑93 loss to Philadelphia despite Karl‑Anthony Towns’ 22 points. In Los Angeles, Austin Reaves admits his poor play—eight turnovers in a 112‑95 defeat to Golden State that erased a 25‑point lead—while promising to improve chemistry. Brooklyn’s Nets tumble to 0‑5 after a 110‑94 loss to Detroit, plagued by 13 turnovers in two quarters, prompting Coach Jordi Fernandez to criticize the team’s loss of energy. All three clubs cite execution and stamina issues as they seek a turnaround.
LeBron James sparks a national‑anthem debate after a video shows him swinging a golf club during "The Star‑Spangled Banner" ahead of the 76ers’ season opener, drawing criticism from Charles Barkley, former President Trump and former players. Former NBA star Eddie Johnson then points to Denver’s Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, who were filmed stretching during the same song, questioning a double standard. Ex‑player Jason Williams adds his take, insisting players must remain completely still, though the NBA’s policy only requires a respectful posture. With no fines issued to James and no official NBA comment, the controversy over anthem conduct remains unresolved.
Stephen Curry enthralled his teammates with an ankle-breaking crossover of Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Dončić during the Golden State Warriors' 112-95 home win on Friday night.
Austin Reaves had the perfect one-word summary about the Los Angeles Lakers blowing a 25-point lead to the Golden State Warriors in Friday's 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
The Los Angeles Lakers fall to the Golden State Warriors 112-95 on Oct. 31, 2026, marking their second loss of the 2026-27 season. After a 38-15 first‑quarter surge, the Lakers couldn’t sustain momentum; the Warriors tied the game at halftime and pulled away in the fourth. Luka Doncic leads LA with 37 points, seven rebounds and five assists, while Austin Reaves adds 21. Despite out‑rebounding opponents and recording 11 blocks, the Lakers allowed four more second‑chance points and lacked secondary scoring, as Walker Kessler shot only 4‑of‑7. The team seeks a turnaround against the Toronto Raptors Sunday at 6 p.m. PT.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick laments the NBA’s inconsistent enforcement of flopping technicals as his team endures a rash of calls early in the season. After Ziaire Williams receives a post‑game fine and Jarred Vanderbilt is hit with a technical, the Lakers also see Brandin Podziemski’s theatrical move go unpunished. Redick points out that officials differ on what counts as “theatrical” versus legitimate contact, leaving the Lakers searching for consistency. He notes the lack of a clear standard for flopping, suggesting the rule may need re‑evaluation to avoid uneven penalties.
Steph Curry leaves Luka Doncic sprawled on the floor after a jaw‑dropping ankle‑breaker in a Warriors‑Lakers clash on October 31, 2026. In a post‑game interview shared on X, Curry says he was simply looking for a little space and didn’t expect the move to be “that nasty,” adding he hasn’t felt that open in a long time. Teammate De’Anthony Melton admits he missed the play live, then saw Doncic hit the hardwood on replay. Curry’s surprise underscores the routine brilliance of his ball‑handling that continues to trouble elite defenders.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry reacted to his crossover against Luka Doncic, which left the Los Angeles Lakers guard off balance and gave Curry a wide-open opportunity.
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Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg gushes over Stephen Curry’s ankle‑breaking move that dropped Luka Doncic to the floor before Curry nailed a 3‑pointer in Golden State’s 112‑95 win over the Lakers on Oct. 31, 2026. The play helped the Warriors erase a 25‑point deficit and clinch their third straight victory, lifting them to a 3‑3 record. Lendeborg, who previously critiqued Doncic, called the moment a major energy boost and praised Curry as “big bro.” The win sets up a matchup against the Clippers Sunday.
The Los Angeles Lakers drafted Max Christie and should try to get him back from the Mavericks before the trade deadline.
After Stephen Curry dazzled the Los Angeles Lakers with a jaw‑dropping ankle‑breaker that left Luka Doncic on the floor, Warriors guard De’Anthony Melton gave a hilariously candid reaction. In a video posted to X, Melton admits he missed the play entirely, saying, “Next thing you know, I look back and dude on the floor,” and vows to rewatch the highlight to figure out what happened. His bewildered response underscores Curry’s continued ability to stun even his own teammates and fuels the viral buzz around the game‑changing move.
Former player‑turned‑analyst JJ Redick lashes out at inconsistent flopping calls after the Lakers’ 112‑95 collapse to the Warriors in the NBA Cup opener on Oct. 31, 2026. Redick cited a non‑call on Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski and argued that officials treat offensive and defensive flops differently. He also blamed the Lakers’ lack of problem‑solving and connectivity, noting they shot just 5‑for‑22 in the second quarter while Golden State hit 22 threes, with Stephen Curry scoring 31 points and Podziemski adding 21. Despite the referee grievance, Redick gave credit to the Warriors’ shooting surge and warned the Lakers must find their own answers.