Austin Reaves Explains How Lakers’ Offense Will Differ From Last Season
After some significant roster moves this summer, Austin Reaves revealed how the Lakers would be embracing a different approach to offense this year.
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Lakers’ Austin Reaves caught off guard by ‘disturbing’ media day moment
With the return of Lakers Media Day in California, franchise stars touched down in Los Angeles to take questions from the media. Lakers guard Austin Reaves handled plenty of questions during Monday’s interaction, but an unexpected scream from the back of the room caught him off guard. Dressed in his Lakers jersey and white headband, […] The post Lakers’ Austin Reaves caught off guard by ‘disturbing’ media day moment appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Luka Doncic Offers Blunt ‘Feels Great’ Response on Taking Lakers Reins From LeBron James
Luka Doncic has not played an NBA game since April 2, when a hamstring strain ended his season. The Los Angeles Lakers were then swept in four games by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the West semifinals without him. Now the roster looks very different, and the team belongs to its star. On Monday, Doncic [...]
Bronny shares new perspective on LeBron James Lakers exit
LeBron James' presence is no longer around the Los Angeles Lakers, and Bronny fully understands the motive behind his father's decision to leave. "Feels like he's not here. I don't really have an opinion on that. That's my dad, I spent 22 years almost with him," Bronny told reporters in the Lakers' Monday Media Day Event. "So, yeah, just another experience that I'm going to be a part of, and I'm excited to see how it's going to feel during the season, too. So, looking forward to it." //www.you...
Luka Doncic Reveals First Major Move to Take Over LeBron James’ Leadership Role With Lakers
Replacing LeBron James’ influence is no easy task. While speaking to ESPN on media day, Luka Doncic admitted it was a “sad” feeling when the 22-time All-Star did not return. The Slovenian knew the onus was on him to bring the new-looking Los Angeles Lakers roster together. That’s why Doncic planned a five-day minicamp, which […] The post Luka Doncic Reveals First Major Move to Take Over LeBron James’ Leadership Role With Lakers appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Luka Doncic Says He ‘Feels Great’ About Leading Lakers Without LeBron James: ‘It’s A New Challenge’
Luka Doncic makes his feelings clear on leading the Lakers without LeBron James going into the 2025-26 season.
Lakers Notes: Grimes, Looney, Bronny, Reaves, Staff
The Lakers revamped their roster this summer after LeBron James and several other key contributors departed and now must find the right pieces to build around the core trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler. Quentin Grimes, who signed a four-year, $60MM deal this summer, hopes to prove he’s a valuable part of […]
Austin Reaves reveals what Luka Doncic means to his Lakers future
The Los Angeles Lakers officially threw on their gameday jerseys Monday. Expectations remain high despite LeBron James leaving via free agency, with the team now relying on the combination of Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic to lead them into the future. Reaves himself is looking at the big picture dynamic of this tandem, plus franchise […] The post Austin Reaves reveals what Luka Doncic means to his Lakers future appeared first on ClutchPoints .
“It’s Something Different”: Bronny James Eager to See How Lakers Staff Treats Him Without LeBron James Around
For the first time in his professional basketball career, Bronny James is entering an NBA season without his father, LeBron James, by his side in the Los Angeles Lakers locker room. He’s also stepping into a new role as one of the team’s longer-tenured players. The change comes after LeBron spent eight seasons in Los […] The post “It’s Something Different”: Bronny James Eager to See How Lakers Staff Treats Him Without LeBron James Around appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Walker Kessler teases major offensive leap that will leave Lakers fans excited
LOS ANGELES – Aside from re-signing budding star Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers’ top priority coming into the offseason was to acquire a true starting center. They may have given up quite a haul, but the Lakers believe they have found their new franchise big man in incoming fifth-year center Walker Kessler. During a […] The post Walker Kessler teases major offensive leap that will leave Lakers fans excited appeared first on ClutchPoints .
O’Shea Jackson Jr. urges Lakers to keep Bronny James after personal admission
With LeBron James no longer on the Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James faces a different kind of test. He remains with the team, but the question of what he can build without his father beside him now sits squarely in front of him. O’Shea Jackson Jr. already knows where he stands. “Keep him @Lakers,” Jackson […] The post O’Shea Jackson Jr. urges Lakers to keep Bronny James after personal admission appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ziaire Williams: Lakers have everything we need to win NBA title
New Los Angeles Laker Ziaire Williams believes that the roster can gel/win at a high-level. (via Los Angeles Lakers): “Oh man, I think we’re gonna gel great. Everyone meshes really well together. The pickups have flowed really well. We have a bunch of great passers on this team, great shooters, great defensive versatility. I think […] The post Ziaire Williams: Lakers have everything we need to win NBA title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Austin Reaves’ leadership admission bodes well for new-look Lakers
LOS ANGELES – Since JJ Redick became head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the things he’s challenged budding star Austin Reaves with is taking on more of a leadership role. This season, as one of the faces of the franchise alongside Luka Doncic and fresh off signing a new lucrative contract, that […] The post Austin Reaves’ leadership admission bodes well for new-look Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Making the Lakers demands an improvement Jaden Hardy said is coming at Media Day
Jaden Hardy better be telling the truth about his defense if he wants to secure his spot on the Los Angeles Lakers.
‘You guys know who I am, right?’: Fun notes from LeBron and others at Sixers Media Day
CAMDEN — On a day where Sixers fans got their first look at LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in their […]
Bronny James has the right mindset for life without LeBron in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Lakers Media Day showed Bronny James was ready and excited to play without LeBron.
Lakers’ Luka Doncic ‘feels great’ despite LeBron James’ offseason departure
Luka Doncic expressed a lot of confidence in the Los Angeles Lakers’ chances of success despite losing LeBron James this offseason. Doncic and James were teammates for two seasons. James represented the Lakers for eight years, leading the franchise to the championship in 2020. It wasn’t until this summer that the veteran superstar decided to […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic ‘feels great’ despite LeBron James’ offseason departure appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Projected Lakers starting lineup and rotation as L.A. enters life without LeBron
With LeBron James out of the picture, here's how the new-look Los Angeles Lakers roster stacks up, with Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves leading the charge.
The Lakers’ marquee signings are embracing the pressure of playing in LA
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers are a franchise adorned in the bright lights, celebrities and stars. And with that comes pressure. Plenty of players have come and gone with expectations of making an impact and results that left them estranged from the fanbase. This season, the Lakers are welcoming in a host of […]
Media Day comments show Lakers defenders already know what having Walker Kessler means
The perimeter defenders in Los Angeles are raving about Walker Kessler and his rim protection.
Donovan Mitchell didn’t think LeBron James would sign with 76ers
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers were hoping to land LeBron James in free agency after he announced he was leaving the Los Angeles Lakers last July. After almost a month of waiting around, he ended up choosing to end his career with the Philadelphia 76ers. A decision that he says won’t result in him leaving […]
Luka Doncic opens up after LeBron James leaves Lakers: 'It feels great'
Luka Doncic is all geared up to play and embrace the limelight as the lone centerpiece of the Los Angeles Lakers. With LeBron James no longer in the organization, Doncic is confident and amped up to lead the Lakers into a new era. "It feels great," Doncic told reporters at Media Day when asked about being the Lakers' newest leader after James' exit. "Obviously, it's a new challenge. "I was in this position in my career a lot of times, so it's not new to me. But I feel great, I feel excited, an...
Lakers’ Luka Doncic sends brilliant championship message to teammates at Media Day
The Los Angeles Lakers are just weeks away from kicking off their 2026 NBA season. The Lakers will come into this year with a very different roster, with LeBron James having departed in free agency and the team pivoting by making several key trades and free agent signings. Now, Lakers franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic spoke […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic sends brilliant championship message to teammates at Media Day appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Why Bronny James is ‘excited’ about not playing with LeBron James on Lakers next season
When your dad is one of the best players in NBA history, and when your namesake is also your dad, and when your dad is your day one teammate on the Los Angeles Lakers, it is going to be hard to escape the shadow of your dad. Of course, this has been reality for Bronny […] The post Why Bronny James is ‘excited’ about not playing with LeBron James on Lakers next season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lakers role for Jarred Vanderbilt starts with a simple fix he noted at Media Day
The Los Angeles Lakers forward must rediscover his touch on the offensive end.
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