Bronny James is officially buried at end of Lakers' bench after Jaden Hardy plays
The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t play Bronny James for one second in a blowout win over the Clippers with Luka Doncic out.
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Yaxel Lendeborg is ‘absolutely’ looking forward to rematch with Luka Dončić
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 center floated as intriguing hypothetical trade target by Lakers insider
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.
NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Nets, Egor Demin, Lakers
The Raptors confirm Kawhi Leonard will miss three to four weeks with left‑knee swelling, with a progress check slated a week after Tuesday’s announcement; Ja’Kobe Walter steps into the starting lineup amid the void. The Nets’ Egor Demin suffers a bone bruise on his right leg, sidelining him for at least four games after his Tuesday overtime injury in Boston, prompting increased roles for Mikel Brown Jr. and Nolan Traore. Meanwhile, Lakers center Walker Kessler warns that relying solely on offense won’t secure a championship after a 136‑point loss to Portland, and Jarred Vanderbilt returns to help the Lakers beat the Clippers 112‑90.
Collin Sexton complimented Jarred Vanderbilt’s professionalism, leadership
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.
Pelicans' bizarre Herb Jones situation could open the door for a dream Lakers trade
The Pelicans' strange handling of Herb Jones may open the door for the Lakers to finally land their dream point-of-attack defender.
NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Lakers, Collin Sexton, Warriors
In Utah, rookie Darryn Peterson posts 18 points but coach Will Hardy benches him for overtime, turning to Brice Sensabaugh who scores all six OT points in a 117-111 loss to the Spurs. In Los Angeles, Collin Sexton erupts for 21 points in the Lakers’ 4-1 start, earning praise from JJ Redick for his fire. Meanwhile, Steve Kerr warns the Warriors to avoid flashy plays after a near‑collapse sees Golden State cling to a 119-114 win over Minnesota, despite rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 26 points and seven turnovers.
Watch Jaylen Brown Sort LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, 76ers Teammates into Hogwarts Houses
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 Gives LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, And Tyrese Maxey Their Harry Potter Hogwarts Houses
Jaylen Brown sorts LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, and other NBA personalities into Hogwarts houses alongside Daniel Radcliffe.
3 Bigs the Lakers should've targeted before settling for Lawson Lovering
The Lakers fumbled their chance at signing three better fits for their final two-way spot and were forced to settle for Lawson Lovering.
JJ Redick was pleased with the bench’s performance in win over Clippers
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.
Ja Morant, Trail Blazers Set to Take on Memphis Grizzlies
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.
Warriors Rookie Looking Forward to Lakers Matchup After Luka Doncic Incident
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is eager for his second showdown with Lakers guard Luka Doncic on Friday, after a heated encounter in their season‑opener where Lendeborg earned a technical foul for confronting Doncic. Lendeborg, who is posting 22.6 points and 9.2 rebounds in his first five games, said he looks forward to the rematch, while Doncic sits out Wednesday with back tightness but still averages 36 points, 6.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists. The matchup at Crypto.com Arena will pit a promising rookie against the league’s premier scorer, sparking anticipation for more on‑court drama.
Charles Barkley blasts LeBron James for disrespecting the national anthem
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's Clippers showing bodes well for Adou Thiero's Lakers future
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 made it much harder for Lakers to justify more Kevon Looney minutes
Jarred Vanderbilt looked far more deserving of bench minutes than Kevon Looney in the Los Angeles Lakers' 103-87 win over the LA Clippers.
Luka Doncic-less Lakers Triumph Over Clippers For 2nd Time in 2026
The Lakers beat the Clippers 103-87 on Oct. 29, 2026, securing their second win of the season despite missing All‑Star guard Luka Doncic due to back tightness. Quentin Grimes led LA with 23 points, while Collin Sexton contributed 21 off the bench and five other Lakers hit double‑figures. Los Angeles outrebounded the Clippers by seven, a notable improvement from last‑place in rebounding. The Clippers, shorthanded without Rui Hachimura, relied on Keaton Wagler’s 21 points but fell to 1‑3. Both teams look ahead to upcoming matchups, with the Lakers set to face Golden State on Friday.
Kawhi Leonard Expected To Miss ‘Weeks’ Due To Knee Issue
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.
Lakers Notes: Kessler, Vanderbilt, Sexton, Hachimura, Sale
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.
Luka Doncic May Struggle To Win A Title If He Maintains His High Usage, NBA History Shows
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.
Lakers' win over Clippers laid out a blueprint for surviving without Luka Doncic
Without Luka Doncic, the Lakers found a way to win Wednesday night by letting defense translate to offense and crashing the glass.
Lakers Beat Clippers 103-87 Behind Grimes’ 23 Points
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.
Lakers Announce 7 Ft Center Signing To Address Major Issue as JJ Redick Reacts
The Los Angeles Lakers add 7‑ft center Lawson Lovering on a two‑way contract to shore up their rebounding depth after backup Kevon Looney’s limited minutes contributed to a 29‑point deficit and a loss to Portland. Lovering, a 23‑year‑old undrafted Utah alum who posted a double‑double (11 points, 11 rebounds) in his second NBA game with Memphis, will split time with the G League Coachella Valley Lakers. The move follows a strong 4‑1 start, highlighted by Luka Doncic’s scoring title, Austin Reaves’ second‑option play, and Walker Kessler’s solid debut, but aims to address the team’s size concerns for a deeper playoff run.
LeBron James sent Austin Reaves followers skyrocketing
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 .
Sandro Mamukelashvili proves to be worth every penny to Lakers thanks to versatility
The Los Angeles Lakers gave Sandro Mamukelashvili a hefty contract, and fans already found out why.
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